If you are an enthusiast operating system Google Android, constantly testing some interesting functions of their device; or an advanced user who wants to install and test more new programs on their smartphone or tablet; or even an ordinary user who needed to gain access to some hidden function of your operating system mobile device on Android OS, you have definitely come across the concept of “root rights”.
This concept is very important in the Android operating system, and by obtaining root rights you can open access to many very interesting and useful settings Your phone or tablet. What are “root rights”, how to check their presence and get them if they are absent, and in general - why this root is needed, you can find out by reading the following article.
What are root rights in the Android operating system?
Root user rights, otherwise called Superuser rights (Superuser in English), came to the Android operating system from Unix OS. In this OS, the Superuser has the rights to perform any operations on the device. Accordingly, in the operating room Android system, when gaining root access, all possible operating system settings become available to the user, including those that were previously hidden. Let's briefly list what root is needed for?
Superuser of a mobile device on the OSAndroid has the right:
Change any hidden and system files of the OS;
Change, add or remove the splash screen that appears when the operating system boots;
Remove OS applications included in the firmware by the manufacturer;
Integrate your own applications into the firmware;
Change appearance OS interface, including themes, appearance of system interface elements, etc.;
Control the processor frequency of your mobile device;
Create backups device firmware;
Has the ability to install custom (unofficial) firmware;
Optimize system performance and time battery life devices using fine tuning hidden functions OS.
As you can see, the list of possibilities for a user who has managed to gain access to root on his smartphone or tablet running Android OS is impressive, and it definitely makes sense to try to get root rights on your device.
What do you lose by gaining access to Root?
Before making permanent changes to your phone or tablet, keep this in mind. When trying to getroot rights You lose the warranty on your device! This operation is considered by the manufacturer to be one that interferes with the intended functionality, and any attempts to surrender your “dead” during an attempt to install root smartphone to the official service center most likely they will encounter a completely motivated and legal refusal of service. In addition, even if you contact the warranty service with another problem, and the engineers discover that your smartphone or tablet was previously “rooted,” you may also face a denial of warranty service on completely legal grounds. So, if you are still satisfied with the operation of your Android device, think about whether you really need to install Superuser rights on it.
If something went wrong
If, after you installed root rights, your device began to behave incorrectly, often freeze or produce program errors, you can try to return everything back by resetting the settings. You can do this by going to the "Settings" menu and then selecting "Backup and reset".
If the program has caused a serious OS crash and your device refuses to boot at all, there is a way to reset the settings using the Recovery menu. First, you need to find out how you can access this menu specifically for your device. Usually this is some combination of hardware volume keys and the power button of your device. Then, once in the Recovery menu, go to "wipe data/factory reset" and confirm your choice to erase all data from the device. After that, select reboot. Navigate through menu items using the volume keys, and select an item using the power key.
Sometimes, after obtaining Superuser rights, the antivirus application installed on the phone or tablet begins to complain about the presence of viruses in the system. Don’t be afraid that the program for getting root has brought something bad to your device. The alarm raised by the antivirus is due to the fact that the applications used to obtain root work through various vulnerabilities in the OS, thereby arousing suspicion of system protection software. If something like this occurs on your device, the best thing you can do is simply install another antivirus that will calmly treat the presence of root rights.
How to check if you have root rights?
A newbie who has read about the great benefits of rooting his Android smartphone may be tempted to find out if his device is rooted so that he can gain these access rights if necessary. Check if the this device Superuser, you can have several very in simple ways and without a computer.
To get started, we recommend opening the menu Android programs and see if there is an application shortcut with a distinctive name, for example “Superuser” or “SuperSU”. Many Chinese smartphone manufacturers, meeting users halfway, can install root in their firmware right from the factory, making our lives much easier. And the presence of this application in the system signals us that “rooting” has already been performed and the manufacturer has installed a corresponding application in the firmware to manage root rights.
If you don’t find anything like this, it’s not a fact that you don’t have root rights, it’s just that the system may not have an application to control them. Try checking for root using software methods. For example, you can download the free Terminal Emulator for Android application and enter the command in the command line su. If after entering the command you receive a message "Permission denied" , which means your device does not have root rights. When after entering the command su icon $ at first command line turned into an icon # , Congratulations, you are the Superuser of your Android device.
You can also install a simple Root Checker program from Google Play market, whose only task is to find out whether root rights are activated on a given device.
After such a slightly drawn-out introduction, it’s finally time to find out how you can open access to root rights for Android on a smartphone or tablet with the Android operating system.
Let's say right away that due to the huge variety of mobile devices running Android OS, as well as firmware for them, there is no universal recipe for obtaining Superuser rights. Each Android device has its own characteristics that must be taken into account if you are planning to root it. You may have to try several programs before you can root your device. Below we will talk about the most popular ways getting root rights on Android.
We strongly recommend that before carrying out any manipulations to obtain root, you make backup copies of your contacts, applications, user data, or even the entire system, so as not to bite your elbows later if something goes wrong. How to make a backup various types data on Android you can read on our website.
We warn you, dear readers: all actions related to obtaining Root rightson your Android device, you do it at your own peril and risk! The administration of our site does not bear any responsibility for any possible damage or loss of functionality of your hardware as a result of your actions!
One of the popular applications that allows you to quickly and conveniently gain root access to your mobile device is the Kingo Android ROOT program. The program is free and allows you to get root rights in a few clicks.
1. Install the application and connect your mobile device to the computer (which must have Internet access), in USB debugging mode (installation of applications from unknown sources must be allowed);
2. The program will download and install drivers for your device automatically;
3. After this, you will see the “Root” button appear, which you need to click;
4. The system will set Superuser rights and reboot;
5. If everything went well, you have received root rights on your device.
IN mobile phones companies HTC and Sony, before obtaining root rights, you need to do one more additional operation - unlock the bootloader. This is done easily and simply, in addition, the operation is reversible and at any time you can block the bootloader back if you need, for example, to return the phone under warranty in its original form.
Applications for unlocking the bootloader are also produced by the company Kingo, already familiar to us, and you can download them from their official website:
All you need to do after this is connect your smartphone or tablet to your computer (which must have Internet access), select your Android OS version, and activate USB debugging. After this, the program will automatically install the driver for your device and establish a connection with it. Press the "Unlock" button and wait until the operation is completed. In the end, the only thing left for you to do is click the "Finish" button. Access to Root on your device is open.
The above method is suitable for most devices, but its only drawback is the need to connect your mobile to a PC. What should those who want to “root” their mobile assistant without a computer? Below we give examples of several of the most popular programs for getting root on different versions Android operating system, allowing you to get root rights without a computer. Please read the instructions carefully before using them.
ForAndroid 1.5-2.2:
Universal AndRoot (does not work on all models): The application must be copied to the flash card of your device, installed and after installation, press the "Root" button. We reboot the operating system and enjoy the obtained root rights.
ForAndroid 2.3:
Gingerbreak: USB debugging must be enabled on the smartphone (Menu "Settings" -> "Applications" -> "Development" -> " USB Debugging"). Copy Gingerbreak to a flash card, and install the application on your device (only in the main memory). Launch it and press the "root" button, wait until the program finishes necessary operations. If everything went well, the device will reboot, and a SuperUser application shortcut will appear in the Android program menu.
for new versionsAndroid (from 4.x):
KingRoot: application on Chinese, but its interface is incredibly simple, so figuring out how to install and activate root rights is very simple. Kingroot includes the KingUser program, which controls root access for launching. applications.
Framaroot: the list of supported devices is limited, but may be suitable for those users who, for some reason, are not satisfied with the work of KingRoot. The algorithm for activating root is also very simple:
Install the program;
Launch it and select the desired application, SuperSU or Superuser;
Select a character;
A window with a smiley face will appear, indicating a successful installation;
Reboot your phone;
Enjoy the resulting Root.
After getting root, “SuperUser” or “SuperSU” applications may appear on your device. These programs do not themselves grant root access, they are designed to control the granting of Superuser rights to each application that may request them. When you launch an application that requires root rights, "SuperUser" or "SuperSU" asks you if you agree to open this application root access and you must confirm your choice.
Keep in mind that easy installation these applications do not provide root rights without first “rooting” your smartphone or tablet.
How to remove root rights on Android if necessary
We have already written above that obtaining Root on your smartphone or tablet with Android OS when contacting an official service center can be regarded as interference with the design provided by the manufacturer, and this will serve as a waiver of warranty service. Or perhaps you want to give your device to someone to use for a while, and you don’t want that person to have too many opportunities to change OS system files and do too much with the smartphone or tablet. In any case, it will be useful to know how to remove root rights from Android.
If you installed root rights using the Kingo Android Root application, in it you will also find the "Remove root" button to return the system to factory settings. Or you can remove root from the OS from the settings of the SuperSU application.
A universal application that allows you to return your Android device to its original state without a computer is the Universal Unroot program. Its interface is extremely simple. You just need to run what is installed on your mobile application Universal Unroot and click the "Unroot" button.
Agree with the questions that the program will ask you and wait until the OS reboots. You have removed root privileges from your system. If you need to lock the bootloader that you previously unlocked to get root (as we wrote about above), keep in mind: Universal Unroot will not be able to do this. In this case, use another method to remove Root.
You can also try removing Superuser from your device manually. To do this, use a file manager that has access to the system area (Root Explorer, ES File Explorer, etc.) to go to the folder:
System/xbin/ and delete the Busybox and Su files there;
System/app/ and delete the SuperSu.apk or SuperUser.apk files there;
Restart Android.
So, we figured out why you need root on a mobile device, learned how to check for its presence and how to install Superuser rights on your smartphone or tablet, both using a PC and without a computer. Root rights to Android open up new and very interesting functions of the device, and using this wisely, you can make your Android device much more convenient and functional. Be careful and careful, and everything will work out for the best. Good luck!
If you want to make the most of your Android smartphone or tablet, expand its functionality, and increase productivity, then you should get root rights. This will help great program Kingo ROOT. This is one of the most popular utilities of its kind, allowing you to install SuperSU, the SU binary file and BusyBox in one click.
Using development from Kingo, you can root a large number of tablets and smartphones running Android 5, 6 (also Android 4.4.2 and lower) from Samsung, HTC, Google Nexus, LG, Alcatel, Huawei, Lenovo, Acer, Motorola, Sony, Meizu , Xiaomi, Prestigio, Fly and other manufacturers. Full list You will find supported devices.
There are two versions: Windows program and an Android application. The article discusses both options in detail.
Other ways to obtain root rights
If Kingo Android Root does not support the device or you are unable to get root rights for some other reason, you can use one of the following methods described on our website:
Why are they even needed?
As mentioned earlier, Superuser rights provide almost unlimited possibilities for setting up and customizing Android devices, and we have written many instructions on this topic. With root access you can:
How to root Android via computer
Let's first consider Windows version utilities. First of all, check the Internet. If the connection quality is stable, let's proceed.
1. Download Kingo Root to your computer: go to the official website of the program and click the “Download from FTP on Kingo” button. Wait a couple of seconds and the installation file will begin downloading.
2. Install the program on your PC and open it.
3. On Sony smartphones, HTC, Google Nexus you need to unlock the Bootloader (this is a necessary action to obtain Superuser rights on these models, instructions can be found here:,). True, in some cases Kingo ROOT will do everything for you! Scroll down a little - there I told you how this happens using the example of my phone.
4. Connect the device to your computer via USB, while turning on debugging in “Settings” → “For Developer”. If there is no such item in the menu, read.
5. Then the utility will start scanning connected devices, and Android smartphone, the tablet will ask you to allow debugging from your computer. Click OK.
You can also check the “Always allow debugging from this computer” option so that you don’t have to do this again on subsequent connections.
6. The Kingo application will be installed on your mobile device Android ROOT. Through it, the PC version of the program hacks the system to obtain root rights.
7. After successful connection, the “ROOT” button will appear on the PC screen. Click it.
8. At the beginning of the post, I noted that it is necessary to have an unlocked bootloader for certain models. On my Nexus 4, I didn’t have to worry about unlocking it separately, since Kingo Root did it for me. All I had to do was answer “Yes” to the prompt that appeared on the screen using the volume keys and confirm the selection with the power button. In general, if you use a simple one to unlock the Bootloader of a mobile device (as is the case with Nexus: “ fastboot oem unlock"), the program will unlock it itself.
9. Then you will be asked to continue performing the actions, in which you will be warned that it will be installed, as a result of which the data from the smartphone will be deleted. If you agree, click “OK”.
10. Wait for the process to complete, then click Finish.
The superuser rights manager SuperSU will be installed on the mobile device. Use it to provide root access to various applications.
If you want to remove root rights, you can use Kingo Android Root again. When you connect your rooted gadget to your PC, you will find 2 new buttons: “Remove Root” and “Root Again”. Click the first one and wait for the process to complete.
Kingo ROOT: download APK file on Android
Initially there was only a program for PC, but soon the developers made a version for Android. You can download it.
1. After downloading APK file Kingo Root, install the application on your device (don't forget to first check the box in the "Settings" → "Security" → "Unknown sources" menu).
2. Open the program, it will determine the device model. Uncheck “Install recommended apps” if you do not want to install other developer applications. Then click on the button that says “One Click Root” and the rooting will begin.
3. Wait a couple of minutes while all components are installed: binary file SU, BusyBox and SuperUser.
4. At the end, the message “Root Succeeded” will appear.
In the menu you will find the new application Kingo SuperUser, an analogue of the well-known SuperSU. Use it to manage root rights.
What models does Kingo Root support?
As for supported devices, then personal experience using the program showed that the exploit supports a much larger number of devices than stated by the developer. The thing is that many gadgets have similar hardware, so Kingo Android ROOT can recognize them as completely different devices. So if your model is not on the list, you can still try to get root rights using this utility - in this case, the process becomes more risky.
Root rights to Android allow you to expand potential user capabilities to the maximum limit, and most often the title of superuser is claimed by owners of mobile devices who are going to run software with certain specifics or want to gain access to system files for their further change and/or optimization of the operation of the gadget used.
Like all other operating systems, the Android platform has hidden limitations and restrictions that only advanced users usually need to remove. And if the issue of bypassing the obstacles created by developers is still on the agenda, then it can only be solved using a procedure such as rooting.
If desired, you can root any device using well-known algorithms and programs. But before you begin this simple procedure, it is worth familiarizing yourself with the list of privileges that a superuser automatically receives after assigning him a special UNIX account, designed to make the administration procedure as easy as possible and prevent the most common problems such as loss of control over directories.
The word root itself (the word has a transcription, although many users pronounce it as “root”, “rota” or even “ruut”) translated from English means “root” and this name was not chosen by the developers by chance, because in order to gain complete control above the system, it is necessary to gain access to the kernel of the device on which it was installed. Only specialized programs can provide such access, which are most often perceived by the antivirus as malicious, although for obvious reasons they are not actually malicious.
At the same time, there are several types of Root Android, each of which has its own advantages, capabilities and features. We are talking about the following root rights.
Naturally, in the vast majority of cases there is a need to install root rights on Android on a permanent basis, although it also happens that temporary administration can save the situation.
Typically, Temporary-root is used to remove standard programs, which are installed on mobile devices by default, but this process should be treated with the utmost responsibility, remembering that the disappearance of some files can lead to serious system failures.
Advantages and disadvantages
Before you get root rights on Android, it wouldn’t hurt to familiarize yourself not only with the main list of privileges that will automatically become available to the user after assigning him a new status, but also with all the existing shortcomings of rooting. So, the undoubted advantages of being a superuser are:
At the same time, gaining full control over a mobile device and the ability to change/adjust its functional component, you should remember the pitfalls that such privileges inevitably hide. These shortcomings mean:
In fact, getting full access to the device’s file system is not a problem; another thing is that this should be done by an advanced user who will not make fatal mistakes in the future or will be able to put the moved files in place if they are used incorrectly.
It is better not to resort to using such privileges unnecessarily.
Proven methods of obtaining
There are two ways to get root rights on Android 442 (Jelly Bean) and later versions of the operating system: through Personal Computer or the mobile device itself running on this platform. But, regardless of the option chosen, you will have to use a special program that will help you turn on everything secret functions on your phone or tablet. Finding and downloading it is not a problem, the main thing is to choose the right one.
Framaroot program
Perhaps the most popular and easy-to-use application for obtaining rights to fully administer the system files of a phone running on the Android platform, even without using a personal computer. In order to use this program, those wishing to obtain superuser status must use the following algorithm of actions:
The undoubted advantage of this utility is that to use it you can do without additional steps.
There are also serious drawbacks, among which it is worth highlighting the lack of support for many gadgets, which is why only a limited number of users can get root rights through Framaroot.
There are two methods to bypass the suddenly arising limitation, and if the first of them involves directly downloading the SuperSU status from the PlayMarket branded in-app purchase store for Android with its further activation, then in the other you have to look for alternative programs to obtain root rights.
Another easy way make direct access to smartphone system files in as soon as possible without involvement desktop computer. Unlike Framaroot, this utility supports working with a huge number of different models gadgets (currently there are at least 10 thousand of all kinds of portable devices on this list) and a wide range of firmware, and not just Android 422.
As for the correct installation of the program, it is carried out according to the following instructions:
- In addition to ensuring a stable Internet connection and at least 30 percent battery charge, the user should take care to disable any antivirus software on a device that may not allow the utility, considering it malicious.
- The next step involves downloading and installing the Kingroot application.
- After successful installation, you must select the “Get root” option in the pop-up menu and wait for system approval.
- If all the manipulations performed were successful and access to the system was obtained, then the next step should be to reboot the device.
It is noteworthy that in order to correctly manage the acquired rights, you need to download an additional application called KingUser. There is no need to rack your brains about where to get these programs, because all of them are also freely available in the PlayMarket store. After the rooting procedure is completed, it is recommended to delete the utility used to obtain root rights from the smartphone’s memory.
360ROOT for the lazy
An ideal application for those who do not have the time and desire to use complex installers, created by the well-known IT manufacturer Qihoo360 in certain circles. So, to obtain rights to total administration, the user will only have to click on the installer, select his device from a list of 9 thousand and wait automatic start and the application independently selecting the optimal rooting method.
After successful completion In the process, all that remains is to turn off the smartphone and start it again, after which access to all its functionality will be open.
In this case, it is possible to use the utility both through a personal computer and through the in-app purchase store on the phone. In addition to this application, users who want to get root rights can try such universal software as TowelRoot, Root Genius, Root Master, Root Dashi, Baidu Super Root, IROOT, etc.
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If the user doesn't like standard applications occupying memory on Android, he wants to change themes, shortcuts, system data, install applications on the memory card, then he will have to figure out how to enable Root rights on Android.
So, Root rights or Root access can be obtained using special programs. There are quite a lot of them. Let's look at some examples.
Root rights using SuperOneClick
This program is great for devices with Android version from 2.1 to 4.0.3. The difficulty is that for it to work properly you need to have a Mac or Linux OS on your computer.If you are using Windows XP, you will first have to download Microsoft.NET Framework 2.0 or a later version. And of course the SuperOneClick program itself.
- Next, connect your tablet or smartphone via USB.
- In the mobile device settings, select “USB Debugging”.
- Click "Root".
- At the end of the procedure, “Root files have been installed!” will appear on the screen.
Root rights using Unlock Root
This program works well on Android devices from 2.1 to 4.0. It also requires a PC connection for it to work.
- In the settings, select “USB Debugging”.
- The progress of the operation will be displayed on the screen.
- Next, you will be prompted to install Power Save. You need to answer negatively.
- After rebooting, the user can enjoy all superuser privileges.
Root rights using Z4Root
This program is suitable for those who need to enable Root rights without connecting to a PC. It can be installed directly on a tablet or smartphone with Android.- Install the program.
- Using a file manager, download and save a file with the .apk extension.
- To install files not only from the Play Store, you need to check “Unknown sources” in the settings.
- After launching the application, click “Root”.
- Reboot the device.
Root rights using Framaroot
Very simple program, which also does not require connection to a computer.- Download and install the Framaroot program.
- Install the .apk file.
- There will be only one item in the menu “Install Superuser”. Select it.
- Select the version for your device from the list.
- Open menu.
- Instead of the “Install Superuser” item, it is now “Unroot”.
- Select it to refuse Root access.
Almost all Android device users sooner or later wonder how to get Root rights to Android. But, most users believe that rooting is too difficult or that rooting may damage their data. Therefore, most quickly abandon this idea. In fact, now you can get root rights just by making a few clicks of the mouse. The times when in order to obtain root rights you had to study long and tedious instructions are long gone. Nowadays most of the work is done special programs. In this material we will talk about what root rights are, why they are needed, and also how to get root rights on Android.
Root rights is a term from UNIX-like operating systems. It means a user with an identifier (UID, User IDentifier) of zero. This user is also called a superuser and has full access to the operating system. In other words, if you root your Android smartphone, you will have full control over the Android operating system that is installed on your device.
This control provides many benefits. Firstly, having received ROOT, you can remove standard applications pre-installed by the manufacturer of your smartphone. You can also change program shortcuts, install themes, launch specialized applications, change operating system files, install applications on a memory card, etc.
On the other hand, obtaining ROOT rights carries some risks. Firstly, devices with ROOT access lose the manufacturer's warranty. So in the event of a breakdown, you will have to repair the device at your own expense. Also, on devices with ROOT rights, the ability to update over the air disappears (you will no longer be able to install OTA updates).
It should be noted that there are several types: Full Root (full access without any restrictions), Shell Root (without access to system folder), Temporary Root (temporary Root, works only until the first reboot of the device). But enough theory, it's time to move on to practice.
How to get Root rights to Android using the Kingo Android ROOT program
Kingo Android ROOT program is free utility, which allows you to quickly and without any hassle get ROOT rights. This program supports most popular Android devices, so it can be considered a universal solution.
Step #1: Download Kingo Android ROOT. Go to and download the program onto your Windows computer.
Step No. 2. Install the downloaded program on your computer. We will not consider the entire installation process; there is nothing complicated there. Everything is exactly the same as when installing any other program.
Step #3: Enable USB Debugging mode on your smartphone. To do this, we will first need to enable “Developer Mode”. To do this, open the settings and go to the “Device Information” section. Here you need to click on the “Build number” item several times in a row. After this, a message will appear indicating that developer mode is enabled.
After we enabled "Developer Mode". We return to Settings and go to the “Developer Options” section (this section may be called differently, for example “For Developers”).
In the Developer Options section, we need to find the USB Debugging feature and enable it.
Step #4: Enable installation of applications from unknown sources. To do this, open the Android settings and go to the “Security” section. Here you need to find the “Unknown Sources” function and enable it.
Step No. 5. Launch the Kingo Android ROOT program on the computer and after that connect our Android device to it using a USB cable. After connecting the Android device, the program will find and install the necessary drivers.
Step No. 4. Get Root rights to Android. The tricky step of getting root rights. After the Kingo Android ROOT program installs the drivers, you will see a big red “ROOT” button. Click it and wait for the Kingo Android ROOT program to finish.
Step No. 5. Reboot your Android device. After successful getting Root rights, the program will display a corresponding message and ask you to restart your Android device
That's it, now you have Rooted your Android gadget. If necessary, you can remove root rights. To do this, just connect the device again, launch the Kingo Android ROOT program, and click on the “Remove Root” button.
How to check that you have received Root rights on Android
If you wish, you can check that obtaining root rights was completed correctly. This can be done in several ways:
- If you have Root, then in the terminal emulator after entering the su command you should see a prompt in the form of a pound sign (#).
- If you have Root, then in the terminal emulator you should receive the response “uid=0(root) gid=0(root)” to the command “/system/bin/id”. But, this method checks do not always work.
You can also check if you have Ruth rights simply by launching an application that requires them. If the program works normally and all its functions are available, then you have Ruth rights. If you see warnings and errors, it means you are not authorized. Also, in some cases, after obtaining root rights, the Superuser or SuperSU application will appear in the list of applications.
