Downgrading your phone operating system is a major technical procedure. You must prepare your device properly to avoid permanent data loss or a bricked phone.
Skipping the restore process initially is recommended to ensure system stability.
How to Downgrade Your OnePlus 9 from Android 12/13 to Android 11
: To stay on Android 11, you must disable Auto-update in the system settings; otherwise, the phone will immediately prompt you to update back to Android 12 or 13.
The initial boot sequence will take significantly longer than a standard restart (up to 10–15 minutes).
OnePlus does not host these files on its main site but releases them via community forums. For the OnePlus 9, the final Android 11 rollback build is usually or similar.
This is the official method provided by OnePlus. It is a straightforward process, but it's important to note that it may also wipe your data. It's best for users who want to downgrade from a stable Android 12 build to Android 11.
Download the IN-specific firmware to retain local features like carrier aggregation configurations.
If your file manager shows the rollback package as a .zip file, ensure you have the apk file installed.