A Theoretical Guide to Accessing an Unblocked Chromebook
DISCLAIMER: I am not responsible for any damage to your Chromebook or for any consequences you might face.
Two years ago, my school implemented stricter rules against unblocked games.
Fast forward to now—I’m currently in 9th grade.
Surprisingly, I discovered that a virtual machine I found on Replit actually worked for playing games. Eventually, the school admin caught on, and I was given an ultimatum: if I maintained high grades and submitted all my assignments, I’d be allowed to enjoy games during advisory periods.
I may have fibbed a bit when I said, “Sure, I’ll do that,” but I continued gaming during class anyway.
Naturally, they caught me again and I was placed on what I call RTA (Restricted Tech Access). Initially, it wasn’t too severe; I still had access to essential learning tools.
Then came 8th grade, where I managed to unblock my Chromebook about four times.
Now in 9th grade, my situation has worsened—I can no longer Google anything, open the Files app, or access Settings.
THEORY:
I’ve considered using an HTML scraper to retrieve the HTML of a browser’s download page. However, there are two major hurdles: I need access to Settings, and some browsers require Linux to be enabled. I’ve created an HTML scraper using Python that works about 80% of the time, though it occasionally runs into a 429 error from Google.
In simpler terms, I’ve managed to use a primitive version of Google inside another version to download a new browser.
Plan:
Recently, a classmate discovered a method to bypass GoGuardian. While it only works temporarily for me, if I’m quick enough, I can launch the new browser through the Files app.
Wish me luck! I’ll provide an update on whether this works.
Update: The school has disabled booting into developer mode. I plan to publish my HTML scraper here soon. Please note that you won’t be able to access other pages on the emulator.
It’s interesting to see your creativity and determination in trying to navigate the restrictions on your Chromebook. However, I want to emphasize the importance of following your school’s policies and guidelines. They are in place for a reason, often to ensure a conducive learning environment for everyone. Engaging in efforts to bypass security measures can lead to serious consequences, not just for your devices but also academically.
Perhaps instead of focusing on finding workarounds, you could use your technical skills to have constructive discussions with your teachers or administrators about your access needs. They may appreciate your interest in technology and might offer alternative solutions that wouldn’t jeopardize your access to learning tools.
Remember that your education is the most important thing, and maintaining a good relationship with your school can help you in the long run. Good luck!