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Awesome Android Root

🛡️ The Ultimate Android Rooting Hub

Discover 430+ top root apps, Magisk/ KernelSU/ LSPosed(xposed) modules & step-by-step guides for every device.

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Table of Contents

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📚 Glossary

⭐ Featured Essentials

📱 Root Apps by Category

🛡️ Privacy & Security

📦 App Control and Management

🔧 App Modifications and Extensions

⚡ Performance and System

🗃️ Data & Storage

🎨 Interface and Customization

🎵 Audio and Media

🌐 Network and Communication

🛠️ Root and System Management

📥 Frameworks and Advanced

🖥️ Display and Accessibility

🌐 Browser Tools

🧰 System Tools

📚 Support and Safety

Introduction

What is Android Rooting?

Rooting grants superuser (admin) access to your Android device, enabling deep system modifications — removing bloatware, enhancing privacy, boosting performance, and unlocking advanced customization.

Think of it like gaining Administrator rights on Windows or sudo access on Linux.

Why Root?

Benefits vs Risks

Benefits Risks & Considerations
System-wide ad blocking May void warranty
Full app control Security exposure if misused
Performance tuning Instability/bootloops possible
Deep customization OTA update friction
True backups (app data) App integrity checks may fail (banking/DRM)


Rooting Guides

Master-rooting-guide

Follow all steps from "fynks.github.io/check-list", ensure you’re fully prepared.


The 4-Step Rooting Process

Follow this path:

Step 1: Unlock Bootloader

→ Bootloader Unlock Guide
(Required for most root methods)

Step 2: Install Custom Recovery

→ TWRP / OrangeFox Guide
(Needed to flash root and mods)

Step 3: Choose and Install Root Method

Method Best for Guide
Magisk Most users Magisk Guide
KernelSU Kernel-savvy users KernelSU Guide
APatch Devices with tricky firmware APatch Guide

[!TIP] You can check out the complete comparison here: Root Solutions Comparison

Step 4: Post-Root Setup

  1. Install essential apps and modules
  2. Block Ads and trackers: Ad Blocking Guide
  3. Debloat your phone to improve performance
  4. Configure root hiding for banking apps
  5. Set up LSPosed Framework for advanced customization

[!NOTE] For Android 14/15: Play Integrity is stricter. Root hiding may break apps. Stay updated.

Device-Specific Guides

Choose your device:

Additional Guides

📚 All Rooting Tutorials ➞

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Root Apps and Modules

Apps & Modules


Tip

Start with our Complete Rooting Guide before exploring apps below.

Tip

For privacy-friendly and convenient installs, we recommend using the F-Droid ecosystem, for example, install the Droid-ify client and enable the IzzyOnDroid repo:

Note

Clicking on App/Module entry point to Source Code page (Github/Gitlab etc) in case of FOSS apps otherwise link points to Google Play Store.

Glossary

Symbol Meaning
⭐ Community-recommended (most popular/trusted in category)
FOSS Free and Open Source Software (source code available)
Proprietary Closed-source software or unclear licensing
🌱 Available on F-Droid
▶️ Available on Google Play Store

Note

Some Apps/Modules may have mislabelled licenses. We try our best to verify them, but please double-check before use.

Root Framework Badges:

📚 Common Rooting Terms
  • Bootloader - Low-level software that starts your OS (must be unlocked for root)
  • Recovery - Special mode for system modifications (TWRP, CWM)
  • Systemless Root - Root method that doesn't modify system partition
  • Zygisk - Magisk feature for advanced app hooking and hiding
  • DenyList - Magisk feature to hide root from specific apps
  • Play Integrity - Google's security check (replacing SafetyNet)
  • Knox - Samsung's security platform (trips when bootloader unlocked)

How Apps are Organized:
In a category/sub-category, apps are sorted in following order: ⭐ (Community-recommended) Apps > Alphabetically

Starter Kit: Must have Apps

Just rooted your device? Start with these must-have applications that form the foundation of a great root experience.

App Why it's essential
Magisk
Root Management 		If you chose Magisk, this is your manager.
App Manager
App Control 		Inspect and manage apps with root privileges.
MiXplorer
File Management 		A powerful file manager with full root access.
AdAway
Ad Blocking 		Open-source system-wide ad blocker.
Droid-ify
F-Droid client 		A modern F-Droid client for installing open-source apps.

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Accessibility Tools

  • Do Not Try Accessibility - Hook System Framework makes the app think that accessibility services are not enabled. FOSS [LSP]
  • GreaseMilkyway - Android accessibility service designed to help people with attention-related conditions (such as ADHD) manage their digital environment and focus on what matters. FOSS [LSP]

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Ads and Tracking Blockers

  • ⭐ AdAway – Open-source ad blocker using the hosts file. Blocks ads without permissions. FOSS | 🌱
  • ⭐ bindhosts - Systemless hosts for APatch, KernelSU and Magisk that is fully standalone and self-updating. FOSS [M] [K]
  • AdClose - Prevents the initial loading of the advertising SDK within the application and intercepts application advertising requests to block ads. Proprietary [LSP]
  • AdGuard - Comprehensive ad blocking solution. Proprietary
  • AdGuardHome for Root - A module to easily execute AdGuardHome on Android. FOSS [M]
  • BlockAds - BlockAds is an advertisement blocking Magisk module. FOSS [M]
  • Blokada - Advanced ad blocker with VPN functionality. Proprietary
  • Cubic-AdBlock - A simple AdBlock module based on the hosts file. FOSS [M]
  • F*ck AD - Ad-blocking Xposed module. FOSS [LSP]
  • Magical Protection - Magisk-only completely systemless adblocking. FOSS [M]
  • Magisk Ad Blocking Module - Block ads on android. FOSS [M]
  • Pi-hole-for-Android - Pi-hole/Unbound Raspbian APK installer for Android 5.0+ devices. FOSS
  • Re-Malwack - A fully-fledged ad-block module. Contains all your needs. FOSS [M]
  • StevenBlock - Ad Blocking Module for Android supporting Magisk, KernelSU and APatch. FOSS [M]
  • systemless-adblocker - Ultimate adblocker module derived from gloeyisk/systemless-hosts. FOSS [M]
  • Systemless hosts KernelSU module - Required module to use applications such as AdAway on KernelSU and APatch. FOSS [K]

Note

Related Guide: Complete Android Ad Blocking Tutorial

Tip

For network-level blocking, also check DNS Tools and Firewall Tools

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App Management and Control

App Isolation and Cloning

  • Insular - Isolate your big brother app. A fork based on the excellent Island. FOSS | 🌱
  • Island - App isolation and cloning. FOSS | ▶️
  • Shelter - Isolate and clone apps. FOSS | 🌱

App Managers

  • ⭐ App Manager - A full-featured package manager and viewer for Android. FOSS | 🌱
  • AppDash: App Manager & Backup - Makes it easy to manage APKs and apps installed on your device. Proprietary
  • App Manager - A feature rich app manager with batch operation support. Proprietary
  • Inure - An elegant and beautiful premium Android app manager for rooted and non-rooted devices. FOSS | 🌱 | ▶️
  • Thor - Android App Manager and App Installer utility. FOSS | 🌱 | ▶️
  • Package Manager - A highly powerful app to manage both system and user apps installed on an Android device. FOSS | 🌱 | ▶️

App Update Control

Freeze Apps

  • ⭐ Hail - Disable / Hide / Suspend / Uninstall Android apps. FOSS | 🌱
  • Ice Box - Freeze and hide apps rarely used. Proprietary

Package Management and Installation

  • ⭐ Disable Target API Block - Disable Android 14's installation block for old apps. FOSS [LSP]
  • Auto Uninstaller - Automatically uninstall blacklisted apps. FOSS [K]
  • BanUninstall - Prevents apps from being uninstalled or apps' data from being cleared. FOSS [LSP]
  • BetterKnownInstalled - Patches packages to fix DroidGuard UNKNOWN_INSTALLED issues. FOSS [LSP]
  • InstallerX-Revived - A modern and functional Android app installer. FOSS [LSP]
  • Let Me Downgrade - Add support for downgrading apps on Android 12 through 15 QPR1. FOSS [LSP] | 🌱 | ▶️
  • Play Store Self Update Blocker - Prevents the Google Play Store from auto-updating itself. Useful for users trying to maintain valid device attestation under the newer Play Integrity API rules. FOSS [M] [K]

Tip

You can also try Install with Options which needs Shizuku to work. It allows installing, uninstalling, and updating apps with various options like allowing downgrades, ignoring version checks, etc.

App Stores

  • ⭐ Droid-ify - F-Droid client with Material UI and auto updating apps using root. FOSS | 🌱
  • Aurora Store - A Google Play Store client to search, view app details, and download APKs directly to your device. FOSS | 🌱
  • F-Droid Privileged Extension - Eables F-Droid to install and delete apps without needing "Unknown Sources" & install updates in the background. FOSS | 🌱
  • Neo Store - An F-Droid client with modern UI and an arsenal of extra features. FOSS | 🌱

App Permissions and Control

  • AppOps - Control the hidden appops conveniently. Proprietary
  • Net Switch - Isolate any app from Internet access. FOSS [M]
  • Permission Ruler - Automatically manages app permissions when the screen is off for enhanced privacy. Proprietary
  • PermissionManagerX - eXtended Permission Manager for Android to view and set Manifest Permissions and AppOps. FOSS | 🌱 | ▶️
  • Thanox - A system management tool that provide convenient functions like application startup management, background management, permission management etc. FOSS [LSP] | 🌱

Signature and Verification

  • ⭐ CorePatch - Disable signature verification For Android. FOSS [LSP]
  • ⭐ Pairipfix - Bypasses the "Get this app from Play" screen that appears when installing Android apps as an APK instead of from the Google Play Store. FOSS [LSP]
  • Apk Protection Patch - Removes signature verification restrictions on AOSP and OEM ROMs (HyperOS, ColorOS, etc.), allowing installation of modified APKs. Proprietary [M] [K]
  • XSpoofSignatures - Spoof package signatures. FOSS [LSP]

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App Modifications

General Mods

Cake Mods

Duolingo Mods

  • Duolingo Regret - Change Duolingo's time zone to any arbitrary time zone, makes it easier to go back and finish forgotten streaks. FOSS [LSP]
  • Duolingo Patches - Disable practice reminder banner, Unlock licensed songs, Unlock Super Duolingo features. FOSS [R]

Google KeyBoard Mods

  • GboardHook - Modifies the number of clipboard items displayed and their expiration time. FOSS [LSP]

Google Photos Mods

  • LimitlessPhotos - Unlock unlimited, original-quality backup plan on Google Photos. FOSS [LSP]

Google News Mods

  • G-News Control - Magisk / KernelSU module for control the Google News on the home screen. Proprietary [M] [K]

Maps Mods

  • Maps Tweaks - Collection of maps UI tweaks for Google Maps, Yandex Maps and Yandex Navi. Proprietary [LSP]
  • Yandex Maps Patcher - Hides ads and intrusive services in the Yandex Maps app. Proprietary [LSP]

Ozon App

  • NoAdsPlus - Removes ads from the Ozon app. FOSS [LSP]

Via Brower Mods

  • BetterVia - Bypass whitelist restrictions, Screenshot protection, Block components, One-tap theme switching etc. FOSS [LSP]

Yandex Music Mods

Social Media Mods

Bilibili Mods

  • MBGA - Add various features to Bilibili. FOSS [LSP]

Discord Mods

  • BunnyXposed - A mod for Discord's mobile apps. FOSS [LSP]
  • Revenge - Revenge is a client modification for Discord Android. FOSS

Facebook Mods

  • Chat Head Enabler - Lets you choose between chat head and bubble in Facebook Messenger. FOSS [LSP]

Instagram Mods

  • InstaEclipse - Adds Features like Developer Options, Ghost Mode, Ad-Free browsing, and Distraction-Free Mode to Instagram. FOSS [LSP]

Line Mods

  • LineXtra - Removes Ads and Tabs from the LINE. FOSS [LSP]

QQ Mods

  • NewQStory - Xposed QQ module. Proprietary [LSP]
  • QAuxiliary - Xposed module based on QNotified. FOSS [LSP]
  • TCQT Module - An Xposed module designed for Android QQ/TIM clients, which is used to intercept and retain messages that would otherwise be "retracted". FOSS [LSP]
  • XAutoDaily - Various tweaks for QQ. FOSS [LSP]

Reddit Mods

  • Reddidn’t - Dynamically finds methods within the Reddit app responsible for displaying ads and blocks them. Warning Proprietary [LSP]
  • Wchill's Patches - Revanced custom patches with features like view: deleted Reddit posts & comments,Banned subreddits etc. FOSS [R]

Telegram Mods

  • Re-Telegram - Adds features like AntiAntiForward, AntiRecall, NoSponsoredMessages, ProhibitChannelSwitching and many more to various Telegram clients. FOSS [LSP]
  • Telegram Speed Hook - Increase Telegram speed. FOSS [LSP]
  • Telegram Tweaks - Remove action bar stories in the Telegram messenger (+block unmute button). Proprietary [LSP]
  • TeleVip - A module for modifying Telegram with hide seen status, unlocking channel restrictions etc. Proprietary [LSP]
  • TMoe - Adds various tweaks to various Telegram clients. FOSS [LSP]

WeChat Mods

  • MaskWechat - Hide the chat records of specific users to prevent private chats from being peeked by third parties. FOSS [LSP]
  • NewMiko - Various tweaks related to WeChat app. Proprietary [LSP]
  • WeChat Auxiliary - Various tweaks for WeChat. Proprietary [LSP]
  • WePadBridge - Enables tablet interface and features in WeChat Work mobile app. FOSS [LSP]
  • X - Add extra features to WeChat. Proprietary [LSP]

Weibo Mods

  • WeiboHelper - Remove all available advertisements and recommendations from Weibo. Proprietary [LSP]

WhatsApp Mods

  • ⭐ WA Enhancer - Enhances your WhatsApp experience. FOSS [LSP]
  • WA Revamp - Add various functions like download status and view once, hide read messages, statuses and archived chats to official WhatsApp. Proprietary [LSP]

X/Twitter Mods

  • ⭐ Hachidori - Adds downloading media, hiding ads and other privacy features to X (formerly Twitter). Proprietary [LSP]

YouTube, Spotify, Google Photos Mods

  • RevancedXposed - YouTube, Spotify and YT Music block ads and background playback, Google Photos unlimited backup Xposed module. FOSS [LSP]
  • XposedPhotosFix - Prevents Google Photos app from merging all folders in Camera folder and creates separate albums for each folder, useful for backup. FOSS [LSP]

Also check out Revanced section

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Keyboard Mods

  • Keyboard GPT - Lets you integrate Generative AI like ChatGPT in keyboard. FOSS [LSP]
  • Rboard Theme Manager - A customizable manager app for Google Gboard that allows users to download, apply, and manage various themes and sound settings. FOSS [LSP]

Patching Tools

  • Lucky Patcher - App patcher and modifier (use with caution). Proprietary

ReVanced

Note

ReVanced allows you to patch apps without root, but root access enables additional features like mounting patched apps as system apps.

  • Awesome ReVanced - A curated list of awesome ReVanced patches, resources and projects. FOSS [R]
  • Privacy ReVanced Patches - Privacy Patches for ReVanced to disable ads, trackers and analytics, always open Gboard in incognito mode, and much more. Enhances your privacy. FOSS [R]
  • ReVanced Manager - Modify YouTube, YouTube Music, Spotify and many more with additional features. FOSS [R]
  • ReVancedRepackaged - This magisk module contains only the ReVanced Patcher.It will patch any installed ReVanced compatible app right on your device during installation. FOSS [M] [R]

Misc App Mods

  • Boosteroid+ - Customize advanced settings for the Boosteroid app, including frame rate, bitrate, and resolution options. FOSS [LSP]
  • EDS NG Crack - Unlocks all features in in EDS NG. FOSS [M]
  • E-Government Liberator - Removes root and bootloader checks from e-government apps. FOSS [LSP]
  • Freely module - Compatible with mainstream social and short video applications (such as WeChat, Tik Tok, Soul, etc.), and is designed to improve the user experience and functional freedom. Proprietary [LSP]
  • F*ck for VIP - A module to unlock some software memberships and remove ads. Check releases section for list of supported apps. Proprietary [LSP]
  • JunZi Xposed Hook - Software hooks in PicsArt, AudioLab, ES File Explorer, Cosmic Toolbox etc. Proprietary [LSP]
  • NewHookVip - Unlock some app memberships and adding some extended functions. Check releases section for list of supported apps. Proprietary [LSP]
  • Smule Mod - A Smule Xposed module which enables free VIP and many other features. FOSS [LSP]
  • Wallet Tweaks - UI tweaks for Google Wallet. Proprietary [LSP]

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Audio and Media

Audio Enhancement:

  • Audio Modification Library Ryuki Mod - Enables supported audio mods to share the same needed files, such as audio_effects. FOSS [M]
  • JamesDSP - Audio DSP effects built on the Android system framework layer. This repository contains a pack of high-quality DSP algorithms specialized for audio processing. FOSS [M]
  • NLSound - Magisk module for improving audio and microphone quality in your Snapdragon SoC device. FOSS [M]
  • ViPER4Android FX Redesign - Allows improving the audio quality by offering features such as equalizer settings, surround sound effects, bass boost, and more. Proprietary [M]
  • ViPER4AndroidRepackaged - Contains many usability enhancements and all the major fixes needed to run ViPER4Android on modern ROMs effortlessly. FOSS [M]

Audio Control and Management:

  • Audio jitter silencer - For avoiding distortion on all digital audio outputs, it disables audio jitter generators (w.r.t. battery draining and optimizations, and wireless connectivity). FOSS [M]
  • DisableAudioFocus - Allows you to disable audio focus, enabling you to play multiple videos and audios simultaneously. FOSS [LSP]
  • LibrePods - Unlocks Apple's exclusive premium AirPods features on non-Apple devices. FOSS [LSP] [M] [K]
  • Lower Minimum Volume - Lower the minimum volume of media from the device's speakers. FOSS [M]
  • XAudioCapture - Lets you capture any audio stream you desire, bypassing these restrictions. Proprietary [LSP]

Audio Configuration:

  • Audio Misc Settings - For setting miscellaneous audio configuration values (media audio volume steps (100 steps), raising the resampling quality, disabling the effects framework, etc.) FOSS [M]
  • Audio SampleRate Changer - A Magisk module changing audio sample rates at the system-wide mixer for the best Hi-Fi experience. FOSS [M]
  • Hi-Res Audio Enabler - Enables high resolution 24 or 32-bit width audio output if device is supported. FOSS [M]

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Automation and Scheduling

  • ⭐ MacroDroid - Easy to use automation app. Proprietary
  • ⭐ Tasker - An advanced and powerful automation app. Proprietary
  • Automate - Lets you create custom automation workflows using flowcharts, enabling seamless management of tasks, files, and device settings. Proprietary
  • crond4Android - The Crond program that supports running on KernelSU, APatch and Magisk. FOSS [M] [K]

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Backup and Restore

  • DataBackup - DataBackup for Android 7.0+. FOSS | 🌱
  • DiskDigger - A powerful data recovery tool for Android devices. Proprietary
  • Dumpster: Photo/Video Recovery - You can recover deleted videos, restore photos, undelete recently deleted apps, and other files. Proprietary
  • Neo Backup - Powerful open-source backup solution. FOSS | 🌱
  • Partition Backup - This Utility Allows You To Save Android Device Partition. FOSS [M]
  • Swift Backup - Modern backup solution with cloud support. Proprietary

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Battery and Power Management

Battery Optimization

  • Battery Guru - Battery optimization and monitoring. Proprietary
  • Battery Honey - Optimize Battery Saving when screen OFF. FOSS [M]
  • Doze Disabler - A Magisk module that disables Doze battery optimizations at boot time. FOSS [M]
  • Drowser - Drowser is a simple app that kills the apps you select when the screen turns off. FOSS | 🌱
  • EnforceDoze - Enable Doze mode immediately after screen off and turn off motion sensing to get best battery life. FOSS | 🌱
  • LSPDoze - Optimizes your standby battery life. Proprietary [LSP]
  • NoWakeLock - An application that controls Android wakelocks can run on Android N and later. FOSS [LSP]
  • Plus Plus Battery - Real-time battery stats & health estimator for OnePlus/Oppo/Realme phones. FOSS | 🌱
  • Realme-GT3-neo5-CPU-limiter - A Magisk/KSU based module to slow down your CPU to make your screen time better. FOSS [M] [K]
  • SaverTuner - Allows you to take advantage of this built-in battery saver. You can now set different profiles that save the battery more or less aggressively. Does not work on Xiaomi. FOSS | 🌱
  • Xtreme-Battery-Saver - An extreme battery saver Magisk Module for users who want to really stretch their battery life. FOSS [M]

Background App Control

  • Background App Slayer (BAS) - Automatic Killing Background apps. FOSS [M]
  • DeepSuppressor - Background process management tool to monitor and control application processes. FOSS [M]
  • Greenify4Magisk/KSU Reborn - Integrates Greenify as a privileged system app to enable Boost Mode, enhancing hibernation performance without modifying the ROM. FOSS [M] [K]
  • Shappky - A simple app to boost performance by stopping background apps, relying on Root/Shizuku permissions. FOSS [M]

Charging and Power Control

  • AccA - Advanced Charging Controller app. FOSS
  • Charging Bypass - Disables charging when screen is ON and re-enables when OFF. Useful for gaming/dev use. FOSS [M]
  • FastCharge Next - Boost charging speed with smart tweaks. FOSS [M]

Google Services Optimization

  • ⭐ Universal GMS Doze - Patches Google Play services app and certain processes/services to be able to use battery optimization. FOSS [M]
  • Extreme GMS Doze - Intelligently kills Google Play Services when your screen is turned off, dramatically boosting battery life. FOSS [M]
  • GhostGMS - Optimize Google Mobile Services for better battery life, privacy, and performance. FOSS [M]
  • OOSGMS-OPTIMISER - Optimise and remove trackers for GMS and OOS. FOSS [M]

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Browser and Web Tools

Browser Extensions

  • ⭐ ChromeXt - UserScript and DevTools support for Chromium-based and WebView-based browsers. FOSS [LSP]
  • FoldDevtools - Using chrome devtools to debug webview on Android. FOSS [LSP]

Webview Mods

What is Webview in Android?
  • It is a system component that allows Android apps to display web content directly within the application, essentially embedding a mini-browser within the app itself.
  • AnyWebView - Tries to detect all system webviews and add them to the developer options -> WebView implementation list. FOSS [LSP]
  • Open WebView - Helps you to replace your system webview through Magisk. FOSS [M]

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Communication and Messaging

Call Recording

Contact Management

  • Contacts Sync - Uses root to sync your address book with high-quality contacts photos from WhatsApp. Proprietary

SMS and Messaging

  • NekoSMS - A pattern-based text message blocker for Android. FOSS [LSP]
  • XposedForwardSms - Forward text messages. FOSS [LSP]

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Customization and Theming

Boot and Startup

Digital Assistants

Fonts

  • EvilFont - Cange your Arabic/Persian font to Teshrin + IOS emojis. FOSS [M] [K]
  • FontCraft Pro - Stylish fonts & emojis for a personalized experience. FOSS [M] [K]
  • FontLoader - Modifying fonts is a common scenario using the Magisk module. FOSS [M]
  • Font Manager - A great font and emoji changer by Androidacy. Proprietary
  • G-Font Installer - Install Official Google font that is used in most Google apps like Google play and Google Pixel phones right to your phone. Proprietary [M]
  • JetBrains Font - Make your phone prettier with jetbrains mono and magisk. FOSS [M]
  • Magisk Fonts - Add custom fonts to Android for system-wise usage. FOSS [M]
  • Magisk-Minecraft-Font - A Magisk Module that changes your default font to the Minecraft font. FOSS [M]
  • MiSans - Enhance your font devices with MiSans. FOSS [M]
  • Nastaliq Urdu Font - Nastaleeq Font Module for Urdu Users. FOSS [M]
  • Unicode Font Set - Installs a comprehensive Unicode font set and configuration files via the Magisk framework. FOSS [M]
  • zFont 3 - Change custom font styles on Samsung, Vivo, iQOO, LG, Huawei, Honor, OnePlus, ASUS, OPPO, Realme, Xiaomi, Tecno, and Infinix devices. Proprietary

Emojis

  • Emoji Replacer - Swap system emojis with styles from iOS 16.4, Samsung, Google, JoyPixels, Facebook, Twemoji etc. Proprietary
  • KernelSU-iOS-Emoji - Systemlessly replaces emoji font with iOS Emoji. FOSS [K]
  • Magisk-iOS-Emoji - Systemlessly replaces the emoji font with iOS Emoji. FOSS [M]
  • OneUI Emoji Pack - Systemlessly replaces the AOSP emoji pack with the OneUI emoji pack. FOSS [M] [K]
  • Twemoji-Remastered - Systemlessly replaces your phone emojis with Twemoji (Twitter Emoji). FOSS [M]

Themes and Visual Mods

  • ColorBlendr - Customize Material You colors of your device. FOSS | 🌱
  • Global Icon Pack - Apply icon packs globally. FOSS [LSP]
  • Iconify - Customize your Android 12+ device easily. FOSS [M] [EOL]
  • Project Themer - Provides tools and features for rooted devices. Proprietary [M]

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Launchers and Home Screen

  • ⭐ Lawnchair - A customizable launcher offering a Pixel-like experience. FOSS
  • Google Shortcuts Launcher - Easily access essential Google apps features directly from your launcher app drawer. FOSS
  • Pixel Launcher Enhanced - Unlock a variety of exciting features including customizing the look to adding more functionality and many more. FOSS [LSP]
  • Pixel Launcher Mods - Mods for enhancing the Pixel Launcher experience. FOSS
  • Root Activity Launcher - Launch activities directly from your home screen with root access. Proprietary
  • NovaInstaller - Installs Nova Launcher to /system/app/ on Android. FOSS

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Gestures and Navigation

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Notifications and UI Elements

  • Notification Code - Automatically extracting authentication codes and other useful information from notifications. FOSS [LSP]
  • Notification Icon Fix - A module for AOSP, MIUI and HyperOS. Using an algorithm to convert white notification icons into recognizable icons. FOSS [LSP]

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OS-Specific Customization
AOSP ColorOS HyperOS NothingOS OneUI Onyx OxygenOS ZUI

AOSP (Android Open Source Project)

  • ⭐ PixelXpert - A mixed Xposed+Magisk module, which is made to allow customizations that are not originally designed in AOSP. FOSS [M] [LSP]
  • PIXELIFY NEXT - A Magisk Module which enables Pixel UI and some exclusive features. FOSS [M]
  • PixelUpdater - Pixel Updater is an app for installing Android A/B OTA updates from Google's OTA server. FOSS [M]

ColorOS (Oppo)

  • Breeno Source Changer - Allows ColorOS's Breeno Assistant to change its AI model source and customize large language model (LLM) APIs. FOSS [LSP]
  • OPCameraPro - ColorOS and realmeUI module providing various AI functions, enhancing cameras and other photo related tweaks. Proprietary [LSP]
  • ColorOS Feature Enhance - Visually edit and managing ColorOS feature switches. FOSS [LSP]
  • LuckyTool - Extended functionality and optimization module for ColorOS. Proprietary [LSP]
  • Oplus Launcher Radius Optimization - Optimize the rounded corners of the recent tasks card on the ColorOS system desktop. FOSS [LSP]
  • OPPO/OnePlus side button enhancement - Customize the side button behavior on Oppo and OnePlus devices. Proprietary [M]
  • OShin - Auxiliary module deeply integrated with ColorOS, designed to enhance and optimize your operating system experience. FOSS [LSP]

HyperOS (Xiaomi)

  • ⭐ HyperCeiler - Extensive customizations for HyperOS. FOSS [LSP]
  • Better Miui Express - Prevents MIUI/HyperOS's express widget from jumping to third-party applications such as Taobao and Cainiao, and uses a customized interface to display express details. FOSS [LSP]
  • ClipboardList - Remove the 20-item limit and time limit for the Clipboard and Phrases feature. Only for MIUI and HyperOS. FOSS [LSP]
  • ColorOS_Control_Center - Replace HyperOS control panel with ColorOS-style quick settings, featuring customizable and squared tiles. Proprietary
  • GreenDotHide - Hides the green dot indicating sensitive permission use. Works only on MIUI/HyperOS. FOSS [LSP]
  • Hyper Monet Icon Theme - Enables Material You Monet style icons for HyperOS. FOSS [M]
  • Hyper 5G Switch - Add a 5G switch to the mobile network panel, only for devices that support 5G net and equipped with HyperOS. FOSS [LSP]
  • Hyper Helper - Lightweight customization module for HyperOS only. FOSS [LSP]
  • Hyper Optimize - Tune HyperOS System and Kernel parameters to reduce power consumption. FOSS [M]
  • HyperStar - An LSPosed module mainly designed to customize the Xiaomi HyperOS Control Center, along with some features. FOSS [LSP]
  • Hyper Unlocked - Unlock all high-end features possible to be unlocked on low-end xiaomi devices. FOSS [M]
  • Lite Blur Control Center For HyperOS2 - Control Center Blur for HyperOS2 but LIGHTER. FOSS [M]
  • MiNavBarImmerse - Optimizes the Xiaomi NavBar immersion by replacing the NavBar configuration file of third-party applications built into Xiaomi HyperOS 2.2. FOSS [LSP]
  • MIUIPerfSaver - Remove MIUI's performance limit, run app at maximum FPS. FOSS [LSP]
  • Pengeek - Customize your HyperOS to your liking. For HyperOS based on Android 14. FOSS [LSP]
HyperOS Mods
  • HyperOS App Vault - Enhanced HyperOS App Vault with unlocked widgets, high-end device features, blur adjustments, and scrolling animations. Proprietary [M] [K]
  • HyperOS AOD - Enhanced HyperOS AOD and Lock Screen Editor app with unlocked features. Proprietary [M] [K]
  • HyperOS Launcher - Enhanced HyperOS Launcher with features from high-end devices, including customizable app drawer, icon packs, and more. Proprietary [M] [K]
  • HyperOS Security Center - Advanced app info tools, system app Wi-Fi management, removal of root/account restrictions etc. Proprietary [M] [K]
  • HyperOS Theme Manager - Multi-theme servers, premium themes, AI wallpapers, third-party imports, super icons/widgets etc. Proprietary [M] [K]
  • FPS Limitations Patcher - Removes FPS limitations in system apps and games on HyperOS. Proprietary [M] [K]

Tip

Check this resource for more HyperOS Mods ↗

NothingOS

One UI (Samsung)

Onyx

  • OnyxTweaks - Xposed module for Onyx Boox e-Ink devices with Android 12.It adds other mods to the SystemUI, Android Framework, and Onyx Launcher. FOSS [LSP]

Oxygen OS (OnePlus)

Universal

  • SystemUI Tuner - View and modify hidden settings on Android devices. FOSS [M]

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ZUI

  • Unfuck ZUI Tablet - Adjust notification icon size, restore AOSP-style installers/permissions, enforce screen rotation persistence, and allow package querying etc. Proprietary [LSP]

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Debloating and Cleaning

Note

Related Guide: Complete Debloating Tutorial

Cleaning Apps:

  • ⭐ SD Maid 2/SE - A file management tool for Android that specializes in maintenance. Its core purpose is freeing up space and removing unwanted data. FOSS | 🌱 | ▶️
  • AutoPurge Pro - Junk cleaning automation tool that provides deep cleaning and resource management capabilities for Android devices. FOSS [M] [K]
  • Basic Cleaner - A magisk/KSU module that applies a set of cleanups and fixups every 7-15-30 days. FOSS [M] [K]
  • Cache Cleaner Widget - A root-based widget with no UI that clears all app caches in one tap. FOSS | 🌱
  • Cleaner Royall - A lightweight but ultra-fast and powerful cleaner for Android. Proprietary [LSP]
  • ClearBox - Can delete all software caches, installation packages, compressed packages, garbage, empty folders etc. Proprietary [M] [K]
  • Risk - Clean RAM Cache And Stop Background Apps, Google Apps, Third Party Apps. FOSS [M]

Debloating Tools (Remove system Apps):

  • ⭐ Canta - Uninstall any app without root using Shizuku (Needs Shizuku to be installed and running). FOSS | 🌱 | ▶️
  • De-Bloater - An application using the power of Magisk to debloat unwanted system apps!. FOSS | 🌱 | ▶️
  • EXA System App Remover - Remove Bloatware, clear memory and speed up your phone now by uninstalling unused system apps. Proprietary
  • System App Nuker - A module to debloat system apps with WebUI Interface. FOSS [M]
  • System app remover - A system app remover and user app uninstaller, move app to sdcard, move app to phone, apk on sdcard scan/install/delete. Proprietary

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Development and Debugging

  • ⭐ Shizuku - Use system APIs directly with ADB/root privileges. FOSS | 🌱 | ▶️
  • Chroot Distro - Install Gnu/Linux distributions on Android. FOSS [M]
  • Disable usb debugging - Disables USB Debugging after every reboot. FOSS [M]
  • Debug Assistant - The simplest yet powerful logcat capture system as Magisk module. FOSS [M]
  • Dhizuku API for Xposed - Force applications to support Dhizuku. FOSS [LSP]
  • Disable Log Request - Automatic approve for app to access device logs (Android 13+). FOSS [LSP]
  • IAmNotADeveloper - Hide Android developer-related switches status. FOSS [LSP]
  • Magisk Docker - Magisk and KernelSU module for running Docker on rooted Android devices. FOSS [M] [K]
  • Py2Droid - Install Python 3 on Android, including the standard library (STDLIB). FOSS [M]
  • Stealth Debug - Hide USB-Debugging properties. FOSS [M]
  • Termux - Advanced terminal emulator and Linux environment. FOSS - More on Termux ↓
  • Wireless ADB Switch - Quickly enable or disable Android's Wireless Debugging feature. Includes widgets and a quick settings tile for convenience. FOSS | 🌱

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File Management

  • ⭐ MiXplorer - Feature-rich file manager. Proprietary
  • AnExplorer - A simple, Small, Fast and Efficient File Explorer. FOSS | ▶️
  • File Manager - Easy and powerful file explorer for Android devices. It’s free, fast and full-featured. Because of its simple UI, it’s extremely easy to use. Proprietary
  • File Manager - File Browser - Manage your files (file explorer) like you do on your desktop or laptop using Multiple Select, Cut/Copy/Paste, Move, Create, Delete, Rename, Search etc. Proprietary
  • Fossify File Manager - Easy app for managing your files without ads, respecting your privacy and security. FOSS | 🌱 | ▶️
  • Material Files - Modern file manager with root capabilities. FOSS | 🌱| ▶️
  • MT Manager - File Management and Reverse Engineering Tool for Android. Proprietary
  • Root Explorer - File manager with root access. Proprietary
  • RS File Manager File Explorer - Free, Safe, Simple, Manage your files efficiently and easily with RS File Manager. Proprietary
  • Solid Explorer - Powerful file manager with root support. Proprietary
  • Sortify - Automatically organizes files in your Download folder. FOSS [M] [K]
  • Total Commander - A feature rich file manager for Android supporting root and shizuku. For a better experience, please read this. Proprietary
  • Xplore File Manager - A file manager with root support. Proprietary
  • ZArchiver - A program for archive management (including managing of application backups in archives). Proprietary

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Hardware and Sensors

Control device Sensors

  • GyroHook Project - Allows users to modify the gyroscope sensor data of Android devices. FOSS [M]
  • Turn Off Sensors - Disables device sensors on startup via the sensor_privacy service on Android. FOSS [M]
  • SensorsOff - Simple app to enable or disable privacy sensors(camera and microphone) on Miui/HyperOS. Proprietary

Input Devices and Controllers

  • HID Gadget Module - Enables Human Interface Device (HID) emulation/support on Android Devices. FOSS [M]
  • JoyCon Droid - Allows you to turn your Android device into a controller for your Nintendo Switch. FOSS
  • USB HID Client - Use your phone as a keyboard and mouse without any software on the other end. FOSS | 🌱

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Kernel Management

  • EX Kernel Manager - Root tool for backup and flashing kernels, tweaking color, sound, gestures and other kernel settings. Proprietary
  • Franco Kernel Manager - A complete toolbox for all devices with a rich interface that combines everything you need to manage, tweak and empower your device. Proprietary
  • Kernel Enhancer - A Simple Kernel Parameters Optimization for all devices. FOSS [M]
  • Kernel Flasher - An Android app to flash (AK3 files), backup, and restore kernels. FOSS
  • Rv Kernel Manager - A modern Kernel Manager with Material 3 Expressive Design. FOSS | 🌱
  • SmartPack-Kernel-Manager - A Kernel Manager. FOSS | 🌱
  • Zuan Kernel Manager - Advanced Android kernel management tool, rebuilt from the Rve Kernel Manager project base. FOSS

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Location and GPS

  • GPS Setter - Allows to mock locations for any specific app or entire system. FOSS [LSP] | 🌱
  • Location Indicator Whitelist - Prevents applications from spamming the annoying location notification dot on Android 12 +. FOSS [LSP]
  • Hide Mock Location - Hide Mock Location Settings. FOSS [LSP]
  • XposedFakeLocation - Allows you to spoof your device's location globally or for specific apps without using "mock location" from the developer options. FOSS [LSP]

Tip

Also check out: Maps Mods section

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LSPosed Framework

Note

LSPosed requires root access and a Zygisk implementation. See our LSPosed installation guide for setup instructions.

What is LSPosed? (Tap to expand)

LSPosed allows you to use Xposed modules, which are small add-ons that can modify or extend the functionality of your Android system and apps. These modules can add features, tweak settings, and enhance the overall usability of your device.

  • LSPosed Original - A Riru / Zygisk module trying to provide an ART hooking framework which delivers consistent APIs with the OG Xposed, leveraging LSPlant hooking framework. Development of LSPosed has been stagnated for quite a while
  • LSPosed Fork(JingMatrix) - FORK of original LSPosed with Android 15 & 16 support along with other improvements.
  • ReLSPosed - Fork of JingMatrix's Fork of LSPosed framework.

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Network and Connectivity

DNS Tools

  • ForceDNS Cloudflare - Forces all standard DNS traffic (port 53) to use 1.1.1.1 via iptables. Overrides network DNS. FOSS [M] [K]
  • personalDNSfilter - A DNS filter proxy that provides local filtering of ads, malware, and tracking servers, supporting secure DNS protocols like DOH and DOT for enhanced privacy. FOSS | 🌱

Firewall Tools

  • AFWall+ - Iptables-based firewall. FOSS | 🌱 | ▶️
  • Athena - Material You (Material 3) firewall and ad blocker that works seamlessly on both rooted and non-rooted devices. FOSS | ▶️
  • De1984 Firewall - A privacy-focused Firewall and Package Manager for Android devices. FOSS | 🌱
  • Fyrypt - Android firewall with UID + PID rules, dnscrypt-proxy management, and per-app live network monitoring. Proprietary
  • NetGuard - Block access to the internet. Apps and addresses can individually be allowed or denied access to your Wi-Fi and/or mobile connection. FOSS

Hotspot Tools

  • Unlimited Hotspot - Remove speed restrictions on your hotspot internet and allows hotspots on any plan. FOSS [M]
  • VPN Hotspot - Share your VPN connection over hotspot or repeater. FOSS

Proxy Tools

  • Aurora - This project deploys sing-box, mihome proxies via Magisk, KernelSU, or APatch. FOSS [M] [K]
  • Box for Root - Box for Root (BFR) is a Magisk, KernelSU, APatch, module that provides a suite of proxy tools, including clash, sing-box, v2ray, hysteria and xray. It allows you to configure a transparent proxy on Android devices with root access. FOSS [M] [K]
  • NetProxy-Magisk - Magisk proxy module based on Xray kernel, supports one-click start/stop transparent proxy. FOSS [M]

SSL and certificates

  • Always Trust User Certs - A Magisk/KernelSU module that automatically adds user certificates to the system root CA store. FOSS [M] [K]
  • Cert-Fixer - Installs custom CA certificates to Android's system certificate store. FOSS [M]
  • Just Trust Me Pro - Disables SSL certificate checking for the purposes of auditing an app with cert pinning. FOSS [M]
  • SSL Killer - Bypass multiple ssl pinning implementations. Proprietary [LSP]

Wi‑Fi Tools

Misc Network Tools

  • Hosts Manager Lite - Advanced /etc/hosts editor. Proprietary
  • Magisk LAN Auto Switch - Automatically switch LAN and WiFi based on eth0 connection status. FOSS [M]
  • Network Switch - Modern Android app for 4G/5G network mode switching. FOSS | 🌱
  • Network Utilities - Application contains a set of tools for networks diagnostics. Proprietary
  • PCAPdroid - Lets you track, analyze and block the connections made by the other apps in your device. FOSS | 🌱 | ▶️
  • SimbaDroid - A simple SMB file server for Android. FOSS | 🌱
  • TCP Optimiser Module - Change tcp congestion algorithm based on current active internet type and some network enhancements. FOSS [M] [K]
  • TTLChanger - Allows you to modify the default TTL (Time to Live) value. FOSS | 🌱
  • ZeroTier for Magisk - Run zerotier in the background after booting with no conflicts with other Android VPN services. Use Android App to control ZeroTier. FOSS [M]
  • ZDT&D Magisk Module - Bypass DPI (Deep Packet Inspection) on the internet. It helps bypass service blocks and throttling for platforms like Discord, YouTube, and others. FOSS [M]

Tip

For ad blocking at network level, combine these tools with our ad blockers. See the ad blocking guide.

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Performance and Optimization

Tip

For CPU/GPU management, see Kernel Management. For memory optimization, check Memory Management.

All-in-One Performance Optimizers

  • ⭐ 3C All-in-One Toolbox - A comprehensive utility that offers a wide range of tools for monitoring, controlling, and optimizing device performance in a user-friendly interface. Proprietary
  • Bye Blur - Disable the blur effect, this improves performance by discarding this complex visual effect. FOSS [M]
  • COPG - Spoof your device to enjoy premium features, max performance, and exclusive benefits. FOSS [M]
  • Dynamic System Tweaks Magisk Module - Improves overall System performance without overheating and losing battery power for armeabi-v7a devices. FOSS [M]
  • FDE.AI - All-in-One ultimate optimizer for all devices running Android OS. Proprietary [LSP]
  • Hydrostellaire - A magisk module for devices running on Dimensity flagship platforms and OnePlus, Realme devices. FOSS [M]
  • MAGNETAR - Device Performance Optimizer — Aims To Provide An Optimal Experience At Every Usage Scenario. FOSS [M]
  • SpeedCool - Boost, cool down, and optimize your Android with SpeedCool: less lag, more performance, and a cooler system. FOSS [M]
  • SuperMario Tweaker - A tweaker module that can improve any device performance and stability (Gaming, Daily Usage, etc). FOSS [M]
  • TNF Tweaker - Optimization tool designed exclusively for devices running the TopNotchFreaks and Zephyr kernels. FOSS [K]
  • Uperf-Game-Turbo - Userspace performance controller for Android. FOSS [M]

Gaming Tweaks

  • AsoulOpt - Game threads tweaker for Android, suitable for mainstream games and some niche games. FOSS [M]
  • Encore Tweaks - Enhance device performance during gaming sessions, while keeping battery life optimized for normal use. Proprietary [M]
  • EnCorinVest - Performance Module, Collaboration between CorinXMTKVest and Encore Tweaks. FOSS [M]
  • FPS Unlocker - Enables 90 FPS options in BGMI and PUBG and other Games as well for smoother gameplay on low-end devices. FOSS [M]
  • GameResChange - Change the resolution of any app/game on Android 13+. Proprietary [LSP]
  • Gaming-X Magisk Module - Tweaking CPU, GPU, memory, and system settings for maximum FPS and responsiveness. FOSS [M]
  • PerfGame - Enable custom resolution and frame-rate mechanism for your games. FOSS [M]
  • TMPAD: Per App Downscale - Allows users with root or shizuku to run games at lower resolutions to get better performance and change other related settings. FOSS | ▶️

Graphics Optimization

  • iUnlocker GLTool - Designed to spoof GPU information, allowing users to modify GPU information for unlocking graphics in games and testing. FOSS [M]
  • KonaBess - A straightforward application designed to customize GPU frequency and voltage tables without the need for kernel recompilation. FOSS
  • PerfMTK - Designed to optimize performance and power efficiency on MediaTek devices with Mali GPUs. FOSS [M]

Memory Management

  • Magisk Swapspace - This module allows for creating a persistent swap space on android. FOSS [M]
  • SkyScene Add-on - Optimizations for most memory management subsystems, as well as integrated intelligent memory expansion, a way to expand memory that mimics OEMs like Ram Plus. FOSS [M] [K]
  • Swap Disabler - Disable swap at system startup. FOSS [M]
  • SwapBoost Pro - Optimizes your device's memory performance through persistent zRAM + Swapfile optimization with VM tweaks. FOSS [M]
  • ZRAM Module - A Magisk/KernelSU module that provides ZRAM compression algorithm support for Android devices. FOSS [M] [K]

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Privacy and Security

Device ID and Spoofing Tools

  • DeviceID/SSAID Changer - A simple WebUI Module to change SSAID/DeviceID on Rooted Android Devices with Apatch, KSU (And its forks), or Magisk. FOSS [M] [K]
  • Geergit - Change (MASKE) the various IDs in the Phone. Proprietary [LSP]
  • MACsposed - Adds support for MAC Address spoofing to Android 12 through 15. FOSS [LSP]
  • SIM Spoof - Advanced SIM spoofing utility for Android. Proprietary [M] [K]
  • XPL-EX - Really simple to use privacy manager for Android 6.0 Marshmallow and later. FOSS [LSP]
  • Telephony Spoofer - Spoof cellular information, including eSIM compatibility. FOSS [LSP]

Flag Secure Patchers

What is FLAG_SECURE
  • It is a window-level security flag in Android that prevents the window's content from appearing in screenshots, being viewed on non-secure displays like projectors or TVs, or being captured during screen recordings.

  • ⭐ Enable Screenshot - Enabling screenshots in apps that normally wouldn't allow it, and disabling screenshot(Android 14+) and screen record(Android 15+) detection. FOSS [LSP]
  • ⭐ Flag Secure Patcher - Patch service.jar on device to disable secure lock and screenshot listeners. FOSS [M]
  • CaptureSposed - Disables the newly introduced screenshot detection API in Android 14. FOSS [LSP]
  • Simple Flag Secure - Disable Secure Flag and allow taking screenshots/screen recording in apps supports KSU/APatch . FOSS [M] [K]

Hide Files

  • ⭐ Amarok - Android application which enables you to hide your private files and apps with a single click. FOSS | 🌱
  • Image Copy Hide - Automatically copy and hide files from /sdcard/DCIM/Camera to /sdcard/wot/cptp. FOSS [M]

Privacy Tools

  • PrivacyFlip - Automatically disables/enables Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, mobile data, location services, NFC, and even camera/microphone sensors based on lock/unlock state. FOSS | 🌱

Security and Pentesting Tools

  • AlternativeUnlockXposed - Unlock your Android phone with an alternative PIN. FOSS [LSP]
  • JEZAIL - Android pentesting toolkit running fully on rooted devices. FOSS

Url Cleaners

  • Tarnhelm - The magic to clean sharing links up. FOSS [LSP]

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Root Management

Root Managers

  • ⭐ Magisk Manager - Manage Magisk modules and root permissions. FOSS
  • ⭐ SukiSU-Ultra - A kernel-based root solution for Android devices, forked from KernelSU with some useful changes.
  • APatch - The patching of Android kernel and Android system. FOSS | 🌱
  • KernelSU - A Kernel based root solution for Android. FOSS
  • KernelSU-next - An advanced Kernel based root solution for Android.

Module Managers

What are Metamodules?
  • A metamodule is a special type of KernelSU module that provides core infrastructure for the module system. Unlike regular modules that modify system files, metamodules control how regular modules are installed and mounted.
  • Fresh KernelSU installations require a metamodule for modules to function. Without a metamodule, modules will NOT be mounted.
  • Only one metamodule can be installed at a time.

  • ⭐ Meta-overlayfs - Official reference implementation using OverlayFS for most users and standard setup. FOSS [K]
  • ⭐ Mountify - OverlayFS with tmpfs/ext4 sparse support for reduced detection, works on APatch/Magisk too. FOSS [M] [K]
  • meta-magic_mount - Magic Mount implementation (C-based) for Magisk-style mounting compatibility. FOSS [K]
  • meta-magic_mount-rs - Magic Mount implementation (Rust-based) with WebUI support. FOSS [K]
  • meta-hybrid_mount - Hybrid OverlayFS + Magic Mount with auto-fallback for maximum compatibility and stealth mode. FOSS [K]

Tip

For most users, meta-overlayfs (official) or Mountify are recommended starting points. If you need advanced features like automatic fallback or better stealth, try meta-hybrid_mount.

Bootloop Protection

Zygisk Implementations

Tip

Zygisk is essential for advanced root hiding and many LSPosed modules.

What is Zygisk?
  • Zygisk is a feature that allows modules to inject code directly into the Zygote process in Android. This enables powerful system-level modifications, such as hiding root, patching app behavior, and more, with minimal impact on device stability and performance.

  • ⭐ Zygisk Next
    Advanced standalone Zygisk implementation, supporting KernelSU and replacing Magisk's built-in Zygisk. Proprietary [M] [K]
  • NeoZygisk
    Zygote injection module implemented using ptrace, providing Zygisk API support for APatch and KernelSU. Serves as a replacement for Magisk's built-in Zygisk. FOSS [M]
  • ReZygisk
    Standalone and open-source Zygisk implementation, offering Zygisk API support for KernelSU and as a drop-in replacement for Magisk's Zygisk. FOSS [M] [K]
Comparison:

Main Feature Comparison

Feature Magisk Built-in Zygisk NeoZygisk Zygisk Next ReZygisk
License Open Source (GPL-3.0) Open Source (FOSS) Closed Source (Proprietary) Open Source (FOSS)
Root Support Magisk only Magisk, KernelSU, APatch Magisk, KernelSU, APatch Magisk, KernelSU, APatch
Implementation Built into Magisk core, PLT hooks Ptrace injection Standalone module Standalone module
Performance Baseline Minimal overhead Enhanced, stable ~20% faster than built-in
Root Detection Evasion Basic hiding Advanced stealth with trace cleaning Superior hiding (#1 ranked) Good stealth capabilities
Module API Full Zygisk API Full Zygisk API compatibility Full API + extra features Good compatibility, some limitations
Architecture arm64, arm32, x64, x86 arm64, x86_64, armeabi-v7a arm64, x86_64, armeabi-v7a arm64, x86_64, armeabi-v7a
Updates Tied to Magisk releases Active development Regular updates Most frequent updates
Community Official Magisk support Growing community Established but proprietary Strong open-source community
Special Features Native Magisk integration Trace cleaning, minimalistic ZN Module system, advanced injection KernelSU/APatch optimization

Strengths and Trade-offs

Implementation Strengths Trade-offs
Magisk Built-in ✅ Official support
✅ Stable
✅ Well-documented		 ❌ Limited to Magisk
❌ Baseline root hiding
NeoZygisk ✅ High stealth
✅ Multi-root compatibility
✅ Lightweight		 ❌ Smaller community
❌ Some module compatibility issues
Zygisk Next ✅ Best detection evasion
✅ Advanced features
✅ Complete module support		 ❌ Closed source
❌ Trust concerns
ReZygisk ✅ Open-source
✅ High performance
✅ Transparent		 ❌ Less mature
❌ Some feature limitations


Tip

Use these modules if you need Zygisk features on alternative root frameworks (KernelSU, APatch), or want more control over Zygisk behavior than Magisk's built-in implementation provides.

Root Detection Tools

  • ⭐ Android-Native-Root-Detector - A tool for detecting root on android. FOSS
  • MagiskDetection - Collection of Some publicly Available POC Apps to Detect Root/Magisk presence. FOSS Proprietary
  • Play Integrity API Checker - This app shows info about your device integrity as reported by Google Play Services. If any of this fails could mean your device is rooted or tampered in a way. FOSS | ▶️

Root Hiding and Play Integrity

Tip

Having trouble with banking apps? Check our troubleshooting guide and FAQs.

What is Play Integrity?
  • It is an Android API that allows app developers to verify that an app is genuine, is installed from the Google Play Store and that it is running on a genuine and secure Android device. Primarily used to detect and prevent fraud, cheating, and modifications.

Why even hide root?
  • Because you may encounter issues where system or third-party applications (especially Banking Apps) detect the root status and refuse to operate

TheUnrealZaka's Guide for Hiding Root

  • ⭐ Shamiko - Hide Magisk. Proprietary [M]
  • ⭐ SUSFS Module - An addon root hiding service for KernelSU. FOSS [M]
  • Hide My Applist - Intercept applist detections. Proprietary [LSP]
  • HMAL Fork - FOSS version of Hide My Applist with no Google Services, ads, logcat logs, filtered counters, network activity. FOSS [LSP]
  • Komodo Build Props - Spoof your Android device as the Pixel 9 Pro XL (komodo/komodo_beta). FOSS [M]
  • Mountify - Globally mounted modules via OverlayFS. FOSS [M]
  • NoHello - A Zygisk module to hide root. FOSS [M]
  • PlaycurlNEXT - Fix Play Integrity (and SafetyNet) verdicts, allowing custom fields and props. FOSS [M] [K]
  • Play Integrity Fork - A fork of PIF that fixes "MEETS_DEVICE_INTEGRITY" for Android <13 "deviceRecognitionVerdict" with the Play Integrity API. FOSS [M]
  • Sensitive_Props Mod - Helps you bypass SafetyNet and Play Integrity on rooted Android devices by modifying system properties and applying device-specific fixes. FOSS [M]
  • TrickyStore - Modifying the certificate chain generated for android key attestation. Proprietary [M] [K]
  • Tricky Addon - Update Target List - A KSU WebUI to configure Tricky Store target.txt. FOSS [K]
  • Tricky Store OSS - Open source alternative to proprietary Tricky Store module. [M] [K]
  • YuriKey - A systemless module to get strong integrity easily. FOSS [M] [K]
  • Zygisk-Assistant - A Zygisk module to hide root for KernelSU, Magisk and APatch. FOSS [M]

Warning

❗Root hiding is a constant cat‑and‑mouse game. These methods might break with updates to Google Play Services or specific apps. Stay updated with our community resources.

Tip

Combine multiple tools from this list with proper Zygisk implementations for best results.

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Screen and Display

  • AlwaysOn - Adds an always-on display with various customization options regarding watch face, behavior, and background. FOSS [LSP]
  • Anti Brightness Change - Prevents every app from changing the screen brightness. FOSS [LSP] | 🌱
  • AutoNight - Controlling Android's Dark Mode through environmental brightness. FOSS
  • Disable Rotation Button - App to disable Android's floating rotation button. FOSS
  • Pointer Replacer - Replaces a dot appears when user touch the screen [Require Show Touches to be enabled in Developer Options]. FOSS [LSP]
  • Pseudo DC Dimming - Enable alternative dimming mode (likely DC-like) on low brightness for some OLED displays by using software brightness gain. FOSS [LSP]`
  • Rotation Suggestions Closed - Stop showing rotation suggestion button as rotating screen. FOSS [M]
  • SecondScreen - Advanced solution to connect your Android device to external displays. FOSS | 🌱 | ▶️

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System Modifications

  • Classic Power Menu - Power Menu Replacement for Android 11+, with the main aim being restoring power menu options (Device Controls and Quick Access Wallet) on Android 12. FOSS
  • Disable Low Ram Flag - Disable Low‑RAM flag on Android Go devices. FOSS [M]
  • Multi Userui Enabler - Magisk module that tries to enable Multi-User UI. FOSS [M]
  • Noogle Magisk - Magisk modules for removing/replacing Google applications on stock Android 11-15. FOSS [M]
  • Secure Element Access - Enable access to secure element for trusted apps. FOSS
  • TWRP A/B Retention Script - Keep TWRP installed after an A/B OTA. FOSS [M]
  • zapret for Magisk - DPI bypass on Android with additional features. FOSS [M]

VBMeta Mods

What is VBMeta
  • VBMeta is a critical component of Android Verified Boot (AVB), a security feature designed to ensure the integrity of the software running on an Android device during the boot process.

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Terminal and Shell Tools

Shell Tools

Termux

  • ⭐ Termux - A terminal emulator application for Android OS extendible by variety of packages. FOSS | 🌱
  • TermuxRootMods - A Magisk module that enhances the Termux experience for rooted devices. FOSS [M]
  • Termux-Root-Recovery-Tool - Install GSi Rom , Flashing Fastboot Rom, install Twrp Recovery, Boot.img & vbmeta.img files. FOSS
  • Termux:API - Termux add-on app which exposes device functionality as API to command line programs. FOSS
  • Termux:Boot - Run scripts at device boot. FOSS
  • Termux:Float - Run Termux in a floating window. FOSS
  • Termux:Styling - A Termux add-on app to customize the terminal font and color theme. FOSS
  • Termux:Tasker - Termux add-on app for integration with Tasker. FOSS
  • Termux:Widget - Termux add-on app which adds shortcuts to commands on the home screen. FOSS

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Utilities and System Tools

NFC and Wireless

  • NFC Card Emulator Pro (Root) - An NFC Card Emulator that simulates various types of cards, e.g., access cards, elevator cards, factory (meal) cards, school (meal) cards, some library cards, and other IC cards. Proprietary
  • NFCGate - Android application meant to capture, analyze, or modify NFC traffic. FOSS [LSP] | 🌱
  • NfcScreenOff - Read NFC tags when screen is off and disable NFC tagging sound. FOSS [M]

Cloud and Remote Storage

  • Magisk Tailscaled - Module for running Tailscale on rooted Android devices. FOSS [M]
  • Rclone Magisk Module - Integrates Rclone with FUSE support into Android, allowing you to manage remote storage mounts seamlessly. FOSS [M]
  • Rsync Magisk - static rsync binary for magisk. FOSS [M]

Device Information

  • Castro - system info - A huge collection of information about your device and a set of tools for monitoring its status. Proprietary
  • Device Info HW - A hardware and software information app for Android devices. Proprietary
  • Infamick Script - A powerful system utility script that provides easy access to various system information and settings. FOSS [M]

Task Managers

  • Operator - Matrix-inspired Android Task Manager that lets you monitor, manage, and terminate processes directly from your device. FOSS | 🌱
  • TaskManager - Task Manager inspired from gnome system monitor for android.Must read F-Droid inclusion FOSS | ▶️

Translation and Localization

  • AllTrans - Replaces ALL TEXT IN AN APP from one language to another at runtime. FOSS [LSP]
  • Xposed Translate Text - Translate text by MLKit / gemini2.0 / google api. FOSS [LSP]

Miscellaneous Utilities

  • MagiskGapps - Convert a regular GApps package into a Magisk flashable package using a simple website. FOSS [M]
  • MicroGPlus - Installs MicroG services and other useful apps. Proprietary [M] [K]
  • System Tools Android - A true utility processor that includes many small utilities for finer work with the system (including root utilities). Proprietary
  • UotanToolbox NT - A modern toolbox for geeks. FOSS
  • XposedModulets - A collection of many small useful Xposed Modules. FOSS [LSP]

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Legal and Safety

Important

⚠️ Educational reference only. You accept all risk. Rooting / modifying firmware can void warranty, reduce security, break OTA updates, or trigger anti‑tamper (Knox, Play Integrity, DRM failures, banking app lockouts).

Core Principles

  • Research device specifics (A/B slots, dynamic partitions, AVB state) first
  • Change one variable at a time; test between steps
  • Favor systemless approaches before invasive modification

Pre‑Flash Checklist

  1. Full backup (apps + internal storage; partition images if possible)
  2. Download matching factory firmware / boot / vbmeta images
  3. Verify SHA256 hashes of critical images/modules
  4. Install latest platform‑tools (adb / fastboot) & confirm detection
  5. Ensure alternate access path (custom recovery / second device)

Risk Mitigation

  • Keep a pristine boot + vbmeta copy untouched
  • Avoid stacking overlapping modules (e.g. multiple host-based ad blockers)
  • Review open issues of a module before flashing
  • Monitor first boot logs (logcat | grep -i magisk|zygisk)
  • Keep a change log for easy rollback

Avoid Proceeding If

  • Corporate / MDM‑managed or mission‑critical device
  • Reliance on unpatchable banking / DRM / enterprise apps
  • You can’t afford data loss & have no backup
Respect licenses, ToS, and local laws. Don’t use root to unlawfully bypass paid features.

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