Applications for obtaining root rights on Android. How to get Root in Android? The fastest way

One of advantages of Android is the ability to control the system in a mode without any restrictions, since the OS has open source. Obviously, this should be treated responsibly, because careless actions of an inexperienced person can lead to failures of the operating system, up to the “bricking” of the gadget. The following guide is devoted to how to install root rights on Android, however, responsibility for the consequences when using the described actions lies with the owner of the device.

This is a Russian transcription of the English word "Root". Literally it means “Root”, that is, programmers mean access to the roots of the OS (code). A user who has root rights to Android has full access to this OS or, as is commonly called, becomes a “Superuser” or, by analogy with Windows, an “Administrator”.

Obtaining such extended powers is sometimes necessary for owners of gadgets with firmware from the manufacturer; such firmware is usually a modified Android with add-ons. After purchasing such a device, a person notes that by default it contains a significant number of unnecessary applications that not only load memory, but, being regularly updated, consume Internet traffic, etc. However, their uninstallation is prohibited and the only way out is to acquire root rights on android. In addition, the lack of root rights sometimes contradicts the desires of the owner of the device, for example, to install more convenient custom firmware, pure Android or third-party software.

Pros and cons of installing root rights

Let's start with the disadvantages and, as already noted in the preamble of this guide, there is a high risk of system failures after exposure to people with insufficient experience in operating the OS.

Also, the main disadvantages include the fact that after rooting, in mandatory The manufacturer's warranty for the gadget is lost.

There are significantly more advantages, and of the main advantages of root rights for Android, the following should be noted:

You have access to viewing and managing hidden system files;
Working with the functions of system utilities;
Granting extended rights to any program with unlimited access to the OS;
Ability to install third-party applications;
Advanced rights allow you to change the firmware;
Unlimited work with the gadget: getting rid of applications, managing themes, icons, sound, etc.

Main types of root rights

Three main types:

Rights to on an ongoing basis with the removal of all system restrictions - “FullRoot”;
No different from the first type, but there is no access to the System directory – “ShellRoot”;
Permissions are granted on a temporary basis, that is, after restarting the OS they will be canceled - “TemporaryRoot”.

For this purpose, it is most convenient to use special utility“Root Checker”, which can be installed from the Google Play market.

After installing it, you will need to perform the following sequential steps:

Launch the utility;
Tap “Accept”;
In the next menu that appears, click “ROOT Check”;
Wait for the analysis to finish;
If a menu is displayed with a message written in red font, then it indicates the lack of root access;
When coloring the alert letters green, you can congratulate the owner of the gadget for having expanded access to the OS.

The above utility is not the only one that can analyze for the presence or absence of root privileges. One of popular programs This is what "Terminal Emulator" is for.

The algorithm for working in it is also not complicated:

Launch the utility;
Type "su";
Click “Enter”;
If the dollar sign is displayed, then the answer is negative, that is, there is no right;
If a grate appears, then the answer is yes, that is, full access is already provided.

Preparing your phone to receive Root rights

Using a device with extended access to its system carries certain risks, and also when obtaining root rights to Android through root utilities, it is better to prepare in advance for the worst.

Activate “USB debugging mode” (in case of unforeseen consequences, this will allow you to connect to the computer, reinstall the software and revive the gadget);
Copy the directory of contacts, personal and important files from mobile device on external media or to Google Drive;
Make sure that all authorization parameters for Internet resources and utilities are written down in a personal notepad;
Fully charge battery gadget.

Then, using the device menu, execute:

Enter “Settings”;
Go to the “Security” tab;
Enable "Unknown sources".

USB debugging mode - how to enable it and why do we need it?

It is needed so that the owner of the device can do:

Backing up programs and files;
Program testing;
Restoring the device;
Hacking root rights;
Installing new firmware;
Installation of third-party utilities;
Copy and move files from PC to Android device and back;
Etc.

To enable the mode, you will need to perform the following steps:

Open the settings menu;
Click “Special Features”;
Open the “For Developers” tab;
Activate the “USB Debugging” column;
Click “Yes”;
Ready.

Interface in various OS modifications and different models mobile gadgets may not differ significantly, but the essence of performing the above procedure is the same. As an example, below are screenshots taken on other devices.

How to install root rights on Android 6.0 - the easiest way

Thanks to the improvement special applications, which are specifically designed to install root rights in gadgets with specific OS versions, the procedure has been significantly simplified.

The following steps are required:

Install the application from the “kingroot.net” resource;
The procedure is completely free;
A warning will appear that you must agree to;
Wait until the process completes;
Open the folder with downloaded files;
Launch the last downloaded file;
Click “Install”;
Wait for the process to complete and click on the utility icon that appears on the desktop;
Wait for the process to complete;
Click “TRY TO ROOT”;
Wait;
Ready. Root rights have been obtained.

Getting root rights to Android via computer

If the user has a computer, the entire procedure for providing full access to Android can be done through it. For this purpose, you will need to use special programs.

Install an application on your PC, for example, “ Kingo Root». Next, activate “USB Debugging Mode” in your Android device and perform the following steps:

Launch the installed Kingo Root utility and then connect the Android gadget to the computer via a USB cable;
Wait until the PC detects the mobile device and installs drivers;
Restart the device;
Click "Root".

Another application used by millions of mobile device owners is “VROOT”. It does an excellent job of hacking even Chinese-made devices.

In the utility, after launching it, you should click the green virtual key.
Then follow the wizard's instructions to install the utility.
In the final menu of the installation wizard, it is recommended to insert a checkbox to open the application after completing the installation procedure.
Activate “USB debugging mode” in the device and connect it to the PC with a USB cable. Next, click the green button.
Ready.

If you don’t have a PC, don’t be upset, as the procedure can be performed without it.

Applications for obtaining ROOT rights without a computer

A reliable tool for solving the problem is the OneClickRoot application. Steps:

Download and install the utility from “oneclickroot.com”;
Click download now;
Click “Ok”;
Wait;
Run file;
Click “Install”;
Click the icon displayed on the desktop;
Tap “Root Device”;
Click “Scan Now”;
Click “Notify Me” if a notification appears about the impossibility of hacking the device;
Click “Root Device” if the analysis has a positive answer and hacking can be performed immediately;
Ready.

You can also access it using the "KingoRoot" application.

Rating of programs for obtaining root rights

The programs described above have gained deserved popularity among millions of users, but it should be noted that the best utility should be selected based on the OS modification and device model. Experts regularly compile ratings of programs based on the number of supported devices, the convenience of their menus and the speed of completing the task, as well as the availability of technical support from the developers.

The top five at the end of the past year included the following applications.

Rootkhp Pro 1.9
One of the easiest to use utilities and the most a large number supported devices. Works great even with hacking android 7.0 Nougat. It is regularly updated by the developers and is available for free on the official resource.

KingoApp
Free. It has a huge number of functions, and at the same time a simple control menu. The gadget base is significantly inferior to RutKHP, but the brevity of the interface effectively captivates many users.

Framaroot
For many years it has deservedly been included in the top five. However, it is gradually beginning to lose ground. Currently, only Android 2.1 - 4.2 can be hacked.

Baidu Root
Chinese programmers did a great job on the functionality of the application. In terms of speed, it is ahead of almost all competitors, but if the user has installed an antivirus program, then it will not be possible to use the utility. Although many software components are safe, security applications cannot “digest” them.

Towelroot
Despite the fact that the utility took last place in the rating, it is easy to use and high-speed. The disadvantages include a relatively small number of supported devices and uselessness for working in Android above 4.2.

Quite a lot of specialized applications today require the phone to have so-called superuser rights or simply root rights, so people start looking on the Internet for information on how to get root rights on Android. And to do this, there are a large number of different ways, each of which differs from the other in complexity, effectiveness and, ultimately, popularity.

Some of them are free, while others will have to be paid for. Some can be done without a computer, while others can only be done via a PC. The problem is that some method can be very convenient, performed without a computer and good in all respects, but not suitable for your device. Therefore, below we will describe several ways to get root rights. It is likely that at least one of them will fit your device - phone or tablet.

Framaroot

One of the most popular programs for obtaining root rights for a computer. Its use is as simple as possible - everything, in fact, is done in one click. Now the developers have removed the download limit, so this should not be a problem. Framaroot allows you to root your device for free, but relies on voluntary donations.

You can download it at Google Play, like other applications that work without a PC. How to install root rights using Framaroot? After downloading and installation, the window shown in Figure 1 will appear. There you need to select “Install SuperSU” (“Install Superuser” in some versions of the program).

Next, you will need to select a character who will manage root rights (this is such a “trick” of the developers). It is best to take Boromir. Next, a message about successful installation will appear, which will mean that the device has received root rights. Finally, you need to reboot your device for the changes to take effect.

Baidu Root

Also very simple program. Questions related to how to make the device have root rights with its help do not even arise, because when launched, there is one simple button at the top of the program window - “Get root”. Click on it, wait a while and everything is ready!

It's worth saying that this application It's best to download it as a . apk file A. Practice shows that it will work better this way.

iRoot

iRoot also works without a computer. Therefore, with how to install this program, there are no problems either. It works on almost everyone Android versions, starting from 1.3. Today, this is almost the most effective program that allows you to install root rights on a tablet or phone.

And its use is also extremely simple - launch it, click the “Get” button, wait for the end of the installation and use it. That is, to assign superuser rights to a device, you need to click on one single button. But what do these same rights give!

You will be able to use a large number specialized applications for restoring, deleting, redistributing data and performing other tasks that are inaccessible to the average user.

Root Tool

This program is a whole set of tools related to root control rights. Among them is a tool for managing startup, creating backups and much more. How to make a device a superuser with using Root Tool, there are also no difficulties - there is a “Get ROOT” button. You need to click on it, wait and everything will be ready.

Most of the programs listed above have analogues for computers, that is, programs that need to be installed on a PC, then connect the phone and then work on obtaining root rights. But they work best in this form, as discussed above.

In addition, there are specialized and very effective programs, which are installed on a computer and help give a phone or tablet an OS Android root rights. They will be discussed further.

MTKdroidTools

Here everything is already done directly through the PC. To get started, the program needs to be downloaded, installed and launched. Initially it will look like shown in Figure 5. But when connecting a phone with OS Android buttons“SuperUser”, “Build .prop”, “Backup” and others will become available. Actually, we will need to click “SuperUser” and wait for the installation to finish. Using this program you can remove unnecessary applications, create backups, prepare files for FlashTool and perform many other specialized functions.

Most likely, to work with MTKdroidTools and other similar programs, you will need to enable USB debugging. To do this, developer options must be available on your phone. How to make them available is described below.

Go to settings, click “About device” and “Software information”.

Find the field with the build number there and touch it 7 times.

Now a new item will appear in the main settings menu - “Developer Options”. We go into them and turn on the “USB Debugging” item.

In general, there is a lot of controversy regarding what such manipulations provide - someone writes that ordinary users should not perform such operations. But the fact remains: Without USB debugging Most root apps will not work.

VRoot

The ease of use of VRoot is comparable to applications that only run on the phone. In order to give root rights, you need to run the program, connect via USB cable phone and click the ROOT button in the lower right corner of the program window. After that, you just have to wait for the end of this process.

Kingo Android Root

Another very easy-to-use program - launch it, connect the device, press the “ROOT” button at the bottom and wait.

An overview of three more programs can be seen below.

Let's imagine a situation - you bought a car, but it has an additional lock on the hood, for which you do not have the keys? Even if you do not have the skills of a car mechanic, this situation is unlikely to suit anyone and the logical question would be - why do I need such a car? But this is exactly what happens with tablets and smartphones running the Android operating system: full access The owner does not have root or superuser rights to the device. What to do if you need to look “under the hood” of your phone, for example, to see the saved Wi-Fi password, because without obtaining superuser privileges you won’t be able to do this.
To get Ruth on Android, you previously had to do a lot of “dancing with a shaman’s tambourine”: namely, study specialized forums, find and download a special modified custom bootloader to your model and with its help actually hack your own device.
But, fortunately, over time the situation has changed radically. Now installing Root rights on Android 4.4, 5.1 or 6 is very simple on most mobile devices, with the rare exception of some models. Here are three simple and quick methods that I prefer to use myself.

The first two methods require a direct connection of the tablet or phone to the computer.
In addition, in the settings of the Android operating system itself, you need to enable USB debugging. To do this, go to “Settings”:

Find the “For Developers” or “Developer Mode” section and enter it.

Check the USB Debugging option. After this, you can connect the device to your computer and run the program.

1 way. Kingo Root

In my opinion, this is the fastest and convenient way, which has never let me down with any smartphone model.
You can download the Kingo Root program for free on the official website: link.
Install the software on your computer and run:

The application asks you to connect your phone or tablet. No question! Let's connect... If the debugging mode is not enabled, the program will helpfully remind you of this:

After she sees mobile device— you can safely press one single button:

Click on the “Finish” button.

Also, the Kingo Root program allows you to repeat the procedure, if necessary, or remove superuser rights, returning everything as it was.

Method 2. vRoot

This is perhaps the easiest way to install Root on Android devices today, although I only use it if I haven’t worked out the first method. The only inconvenience is that the utility is completely Chinese with an interface in hieroglyphs. There seems to be a Russian version, but I haven’t seen it yet. But it is very, very simple. You can download vRoot to your computer, and it is completely free. Install and launch. The utility should see the phone and show its model:

After this, the button indicated by the arrow should turn green and can be pressed. After the procedure is completed, you will see a message like this:

Click on the green button again. The device will reboot and return with the acquired superuser rights. A Chinese SuperUser will be created on it, which, if necessary, can later be replaced with Russian SuperSU or a localized version installed.

3 way. Framaroot

This clever option allows you to install Root on Android directly from the phone or tablet itself. To do this, you need to download the Framaroot program from here and put it on your phone or its memory card. Next, you need to go to its security settings and check the box that allows you to install applications from unknown sources:

Choose standard utility installing packages. Framarut will install and start. You should see a menu like this:

In it you need to select Superuser or SuperSU. If everything goes well, the following window should appear:

This means that you were able to successfully obtain root rights on your Android device. All that remains is to reboot it and then you can use all its functions without restrictions.

If you still have any questions, then I think this simple and understandable video instruction will answer many of them:

The main advantage Android platforms is open source code. Thanks to this, end user Android devices can find custom firmware, programs and tweaks online for almost any gadget model.

In order for these features to become available for the device, you need to obtain ROOT rights.

Gadget manufacturers have excluded "administrator rights" from their Android shells for reasons of "reliability and safety". This limitation negates possible damage to the device when deleting or changing system files. If you are confident Android user, then it’s time to get acquainted with the information: how to get root rights on Android.

What are ROOT rights?

ROOT rights(super user or administrator rights) - provide Android owner gadget has complete control over the system. Thanks to this, you can change, delete, edit system files and folders.

ROOT access is easy to obtain today. Some programs allow you to do this directly on your Android device, without the participation of a computer. At the same time, there is a risk of damage software almost minimal.

Yes, that's true. When installing root rights on Android, there is a risk of harming the system or turning the device into a “brick” (it will not be able to start).

If this is your first time trying to root an Android, don't worry, many popular rooting programs do a great job. Therefore, we can say with confidence: “ROOT rights are safe.”

Advantages and Disadvantages

By rooting an Android device, it gains many privileges while sacrificing some features. To understand in detail, let’s look at the advantages of rooting point by point:

Changing and removing standard and system applications.
Installation custom firmware and mods.
Installing personal images when loading the device.
Working with applications that require ROOT rights.
Setup and use additional functions Android.
Using programs and tweaks to improve the performance and autonomy of the gadget.
Removing viruses and advertising banners in applications.
Implementation backup firmware and data.
Addition executable files Linux and much more.

In exchange for such rich functionality, you will lose some features, namely:

Loss of warranty from the manufacturer (although root rights can be canceled at any time).
Loss of the ability to update Android OS over the air from the manufacturer.
Unstable operation of the device in case of damage to system files (but most often the gadget can be revived).

Advice! If you want to root your Android device, read the instructions completely so as not to miss any nuances.

How to get superuser rights?

Before installing ROOT rights without fail. When rooting a tablet or smartphone, information from the phone's memory may be deleted. Therefore, protect yourself in advance.

And transfer photos, music, videos, documents and other files to an SD card or save on your computer.

Attention! All further actions do it at your own risk! You are the only one responsible for your gadget. If you are not sure about anything, consult a specialist!

Programs for root rights

The fastest, most reliable and in the best possible way obtaining superuser rights will require the use of specialized applications.

Android Applications	PC programs
Kingoapp	Kingo Root
Framaroot	Vroot
Universal Androot	Root Genius
WeakSauce	King Root
King Root
Towelroot

Advice! Program King Root allows you to root devices Samsung, LG, Meizu, Lenovo, HTC, Nexus and many others. In practice, it can be called universal, so we use it as an example.

Installation from Android

The installation process is like this:

Download the installation .apk file into the device memory and enable the " " function.
Install the application, launch it, select parameters and perform rooting.
Wait for the process to complete.
Install the Root Checker application to check availability of ROOT rights on the device.

Application usage example King Root v4.9.6:

Obtaining SuperSU rights

Unfortunately, when this program obtains ROOT rights, it installs the superuser KingRoot instead of SuperSU. If KingRoot is present in the system, not all applications and tweaks will work properly; some programs may not even recognize the presence of ROOT rights. Therefore it is necessary to replace KingRoot to stable and familiar SuperSU:

Download and install the Super-Sume app.
Launch, click on the big blue button (first stage).
Launch the second stage - the progress bar freezes on the initial process and the application freezes (for a long time).
Click the cancel button and reboot your device.
Reinstall ROOT rights using King Root.
Launch Super-Sume. It already contains an invitation to the second stage. After launch, nothing freezes, KingRoot is removed, and SuperSU is successfully installed.
Once the operation is complete, remove Super-Sume.

Installation with Windows 10

The installation process is like this:

On Windows computer turn off mandatory signature drivers.
Install rooting software on your PC.
On an Android device.
Launch the program and connect the device to the computer via USB.
Perform rooting.

There are several ways to disable mandatory check signatures Windows drivers 10:

An example of working with Kingo Root software:

How to delete?

If you want to remove ROOT rights, use the same program you used to obtain them. For example, when Android connection gadget to PC and turn on Kingo programs Root you can remove ( RemoveRoot) and reinstall ( Root Again) superuser rights.

Quite open operating room compared to its opponents Android system not without prohibitions and restrictions. Regular user will not be able to shamelessly interfere with the work of any system program, change the settings to potentially dangerous ones or delete any important files.

However, the taboo is lifted if the owner of the device becomes the owner of superuser rights (root), thereby opening up wide possibilities for managing his device. In this article we will tell you how to install root rights on Android, the nuances associated with obtaining root rights, the dangers and “ pitfalls» possession of such rights.

The definition of “root” should be understood as the built-in account system administrator, which has advanced capabilities for working with Android OS that are not available for ordinary users. Rooting a device is used to remove restrictions set by the manufacturer in order to protect the device from malware and potentially dangerous modifications system settings and ensuring protection of applications from unauthorized copying.

What do root rights give to Android and what are they for?

The main goals of rooting, i.e. obtaining "root" or "superuser" rights to Android devices– removal of manufacturer or telecom operator restrictions to allow manipulation system applications and launching programs and applications that require administrator rights. The owner of root rights gets unlimited access to any system files, despite the set access rights restrictions. Simply put, having root rights gives you complete control over your device.

Access to system files, shortcuts, themes, programs, etc. with the possibility of changing them.
Installation of applications that require root to operate (emulators, drivers, etc.).
Removing, replacing or blocking pre-installed unnecessary programs.
Activating additional Android OS functions.
Installation of various mods or third-party firmware.
Possibility of creating backup copies and data transfer.
Application control (blocking sending SMS messages to paid numbers dangerous software or calls).
Other privileges.

Please note: the mere presence of root rights in no way provides any advantages, but only makes it possible to perform certain manipulations with the device.

What's wrong with getting superuser?

Various Internet sources are replete with all sorts of horror stories regarding root, but in fairness it should be noted that they are not unfounded. What are the disadvantages in this regard worth noting:

Void of manufacturer's warranties (does not apply to all devices).
Shutdown official updates device system (firmware) via the Internet (OTA or FOTA).
The threat of device failure in case of inept use of Superuser rights.
Disable protection against phone system malware and unauthorized access.

There are many ways to obtain root access on Android. Moreover, for each device there are methods that can be found on highly specialized forums. In our material we will try to talk about universal ways obtaining Root, which can be used for most gadgets.

To get started, check out existing species Root rights:

Full Root is Root rights without any restrictions, permanent and complete.
Temporary Root – temporary Root access, used when it is not possible to obtain full Root. When the device is rebooted, superuser rights disappear.
Shell Root is also permanent Root rights, but without the ability to change the \system folder.

For some gadgets, due to the NAND lock function they have, which does not allow changes to be made in the /system partition, it is not possible to obtain full root access; in this case, it is possible to use Temporary Root or Shell Root.

On other devices, there are su programs (short for superuser) to provide full access level. The rooting procedure is usually not particularly difficult if you follow the instructions exactly.

The most common program that allows you to root a large list different devices– Framaroot. It makes sense to try to install it even if the name of your gadget is not in the list of supported ones, because the likelihood of obtaining root rights is quite high.

Installing root using Framaroot without a computer

latest version apk file "Framarut".
Install the downloaded apk file on your device.
Let's launch the application. If your gadget is supported by the application, a list will appear on the main screen possible actions, including options for obtaining or removing RTH. Below are the names of the exploits available for use.

4. Next you are asked to install SuperSU applications or Superuser. There is not much difference between them, so it all depends on your preferences. In addition, the possibility of unrooting will be indicated, i.e. removing existing superuser rights.

5. Click on the selected item. We are waiting for a message to appear indicating the successful completion of the procedure for obtaining root rights (if unsuccessful, try using the second option)

6. After successful rooting, reboot the device.

Installing root using PC

There are many programs that allow you to get Root rights using personal computer. This:

Kingo Android ROOT– supports most gadgets, simple rooting.
VRoot universal utility, allowing you to get root for a large line of devices.
SuperOneClick great app, characterized by support large quantity devices and ease of installation.
Other.

The principle of obtaining Root access via a PC is identical for all programs and boils down to the following steps (using Root as an example):

In the settings menu of your device, go to “Developer Mode” and enable USB debugging:

Rooting (the process of obtaining root):

Download and install the application (VRoot 1.7.0) on your PC.
If necessary, disable antivirus software.
Install necessary drivers to your device (if not installed).
We launch VRoot and connect the turned on device to the computer. On the gadget you need to enable “Install from unknown sources”, “USB debugging” in USB connection uncheck “Camera (RTR)” and “MTR”. If it doesn't happen automatic detection smartphone, change the connection type.
After identifying the device, press the “ROOT” button.
We wait for a message about a successful operation, disconnect from the PC and reboot the device.

Attention! Some devices require BOOTLOADER unlock.

In conclusion, I would like to note the important points:

If you cannot classify yourself as an advanced user, and do not have a very clear idea for what purpose you need Root rights, then in order to avoid big troubles, it is better not to wake up recklessly and not to tempt fate by experimenting with rooting your device.
Antivirus programs usually identify utilities for obtaining Root as viruses or Trojans. But, in fact, such applications, due to penetration into the core of the system, are just that. Therefore, as a rule, downloading and installing such programs requires disabling the antivirus.

As always in our publications, we invite you to discuss what you read and contact us regarding any difficulties that arise. Good luck!