How to root the ZUK Z1

Root your ZUK Z1 can be very convenient for a multitude of reasons. In truth, whenever you wish to personalize the configurations or if you want to boost the performance of your mobile phone, you will need to root your ZUK Z1. So we will see initially, what’s the root of a cellphone. In a further step, we will see why it might be beneficial to root your ZUK Z1. In a other step, we will address the subject of security by looking strongly at the dangers that a root can cause a mobile phone. At last, we will finish this article by the technique and the steps to stick to to root your device.root-ZUK-Z1

Root the ZUK Z1, what it means?

Root is a procedure that takes away user rights from your ZUK Z1. Thus, the root of the Android operating system makes it possible to become a superuser and thus have more rights on the mobile phone. Switching to superuser with root allows you to access the system files of your ZUK Z1, a thing that was unrealistic with normal user rights. If perhaps you’re thinking why Android mobile phones are not root-based, it’s because it would trigger security issues at the OS level.

Why root a ZUK Z1

There are several good motives to root ZUK Z1 and they are actually quite numerous. For the more essential, here is a small list of what you can do once your ZUK Z1 is rooted:

  • Remove applications that are originally on your mobile phone and thus free up some storage space.
  • Customise all types of settings
  • Enhance mobile phone performance
  • Make full backups of your device
  • Find erased data files
  • Have an Android system customize with custom ROM

Small warning: oftentimes people confuse root and reset a mobile phone. If the difference is not clear to you, we invite you to consult our article to factory reset on ZUK Z1, to make sure that it is the root that interests you.

Precautions before rooting your ZUK Z1

First of all, be aware that rooting your Android device would not take away your ZUK Z1’s warranty, whether you are in UK or Europe. So do not be anxious about that. However, it is important to understand that the root causes the modifications of data files important for the good operation of your ZUK Z1. So make sure you find out what you are doing before you get started. We suggest you to find a guide especially created for your ZUK Z1.

Methods to root ZUK Z1

What conditions must be fulfilled before you root your mobile phone

Before you begin the procedure, you will have to ensure a number of points. Actually, you must first load your mobile phone and make sure that it is charged more than 85%. You should then download the programs and software that will enable you to root your ZUK Z1. Based on on the model of your mobile phone, it will be necessary to look at which application is required. If you do not know how to install an application, you should read the article on install apps on ZUK Z1. We present below two applications that are compatible with most models. You can however check if the ZUK Z1 is supported by the application by browsing the compatible devices page.

Root the ZUK Z1 simply with Towelroot

Towelroot is a software that will enable you to root your ZUK Z1 highly easily. It works normally on all Android cell phones and should therefore work for the ZUK Z1. This software uses a flaw of Android which allows to root the device. To install it, nothing more basic, you merely need to download and install it on the ZUK Z1. It is only necessary to verify that you have approved the installation of unknown source application on your device. Then you basically stick to the process which is rather simple. If you are lost, you will quickly find tutorials that detail the steps.

Root the ZUK Z1 simply with Kingo Root

In the exact way as Towelroot, Kingo Root is also an application that allows the root of your ZUK Z1. With this software, you have the choice of running root directly on the mobile phone or from your computer. It’s your decision to see what you prefer. The procedure is similar to Towelroot and there are as well plenty of tutorials with this software.

Root the ZUK Z1 with other applications

There are some other commercial applications that allow to root your Android mobile phone. We have not tried them, but you can always try them if the first two methods that we have proposed do not work.