How to Check if Your Android Cellphone Is Rooted or Not

An Android device runs Google's Android operating system. Rooting one of these devices gives you full access and control over this operating system. Phones are not rooted by default, but a used phone may have been rooted by its last owner.

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EditUsing Root Checker

1. Check your Android version. The Root Checker app requires Android 4.0 or higher. Some devices running Android 2.3 to 3.2.6 may be able to run it as well.
2. Open the Google Play store. Open the Google Play app to access the app store. You'll need a WiFi or data connection. Data charges apply.
   
   • You'll need to create a Google Account or link one to your phone if you haven't already.
3. Search for the Root Checker app. Select the result with an image of a green checkmark in front of a black hash tag.
   
   • There is a free and a paid version of the app (Basic and Pro). The free version has a few minor ads.
4. Tap on "Install." Wait for the app to download and install.
   
5. Open the app. You should see a short description of your device at the top of the screen.
   
   • You can find the app icon on your home screen or in your app drawer.
   • A popup may appear asking for permission to run the app. If this happens, your device is probably rooted — but you may as well continue to confirm this.
6. Press "Verify Root." Wait for a while, and you will see one of these messages:
   
   • "Congratulations, you have root access on your phone!" in green letters.
   • "Your device has no root permissions or you device is not properly rooted." in red letters.
7. Learn how to root your device. If your phone is not rooted and you would like to change that, read our article on rooting Android phones. We also have instructions for using UnlockRoot and Framaroot (which doesn't require a PC).

EditTips

• The Super User app is one of the most popular ways to root am Android phone. If you see an app labeled Super User or SU on your device, it is most likely rooted. If you do not find this app, follow the instructions above.
• There are other root-checking apps available, but Root Checker is the most popular.

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