Root Android

Android is based on Linux and comes locked with only standard user access given to its user. Root access also known as Superuser access is the access level on Linux-based devices that lets their users perform administrative tasks including writing to the system partition installing Linux binaries and scripts at the core level modifying protected system files and changing their permissions and using several apps that re!uire such privileges that aren"t possible without root access. #e have been covering rooting procedures for several Android devices in the past and in this post we aim to bring them all together. $n the beginning you might see %ust a few devices listed here but over time we will be updating this guide with rooting procedures for all the devices we have already covered as well as those we will be covering in the future. &he procedure for rooting an Android phone or tablet varies from device to device based on its version of Android as well as any manufacturer or carrier-specific restrictions placed in its firmware. 'ortunately we have already covered several universal rooting methods that should work on many Android phones and tablets. $n addition we have also written about specific rooting procedures for almost all popular Android phones and tablets as well as for some relatively less popular ones. So all you have to do is try out the universal methods and if they don"t work for your device use the specific procedure for it from the list below. #e shall be adding more devices here as they get released and their rooting methods become available. Disclaimer: Rooting your device will void its warranty. $n addition performing the rooting procedure incorrectly may have unexpected conse!uences. (lease follow this guide at your own risk. Addictive&ips will not be liable if your device gets damaged or bricked during the process.

Universal Rooting Methods

$f one of these methods works for your device you don"t need to go through any dedicated procedure. )ust confirm that the method you are using supports your device before trying it out. &he methods listed first are for the latest versions of Android but often support many earlier versions as well so trying them first should do it for most users.

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2ere are the device-specific methods for many popular Android phones and tablets that you can use if none of the universal methods listed above work for you.

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we don"t guarantee it 7especially for less popular devices8 we will cover it for you here if possible. Bone with rooting and want to customi?e your device furtherH #e have you covered in our comprehensive Android customi?ation series that covers custom R+As themes apps wallpapers lock screens boot screens fonts status bar tweaks and more. Ready for itH >iew our series on how to customi?e the looks of your Android phone or tablet.