How to Root Your Cell Phone with Magisk and Install Nethunter

Rooting your Android phone can unlock a world of possibilities, allowing you to customize, optimize, and extend the functionality of your device. In this guide, we will walk you through the process of rooting your phone using Magisk and subsequently installing Nethunter, a powerful penetration testing platform.

Table of Contents

1. What You Need
2. Rooting Your Phone with Magisk
3. Installing Nethunter
4. Conclusion

What You Need

Before you begin, ensure you have the following:

• Android Device: Make sure your device is compatible with Magisk.
• USB Cable: For connecting your phone to your computer.
• ADB and Fastboot: Install ADB and Fastboot on your computer.
• Magisk ZIP File: Download the latest version of Magisk from the official XDA Developers forum.
• TWRP Recovery: Download the appropriate TWRP recovery image for your device.

Suggested Images

• Screenshot of the Magisk homepage.
• Image of TWRP Recovery interface.

Suggested Video

• A 3-second video demonstrating the download process for Magisk.

Rooting Your Phone with Magisk

Step 1: Unlock Bootloader

1. Enable Developer Options:
   • Go to Settings > About phone and tap on the Build number seven times.
2. Unlock Bootloader:
   • Connect your device to your computer and open a command prompt/terminal.
   • Enter the command:

     bash

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     adb reboot bootloader

   • Once in bootloader mode, type:

     bash

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     fastboot oem unlock


Step 2: Flash TWRP Recovery

1. Flash TWRP:
   • With your device still in bootloader mode, type:

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     fastboot flash recovery path/to/twrp.img

   • Replace path/to/twrp.img with the actual path to the TWRP image.

Step 3: Install Magisk

1. Boot into TWRP:
   • Use the volume keys to select Recovery mode and press the power button.
2. Install Magisk:
   • In TWRP, select Install, then navigate to the Magisk ZIP file.
   • Swipe to confirm the installation.

Step 4: Reboot Your Device

• Once the installation is complete, select Reboot System.

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• Screenshots of the TWRP installation process.
• Image showing the Magisk installation screen.

Installing Nethunter

Step 1: Download Nethunter

• Download the latest version of Nethunter from the official Kali Linux website.

Step 2: Install Nethunter

1. Open the Nethunter App:
   • Launch the Nethunter app on your device.
2. Follow the Setup Instructions:
   • Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.

Suggested Images

• Screenshot of the Nethunter app interface.
• Image of Nethunter setup instructions.

Suggested Video

• A 3-second video showcasing the Nethunter installation process.

Conclusion

Congratulations! You have successfully rooted your Android device using Magisk and installed Nethunter. With these tools, you can now explore advanced features and capabilities that were previously inaccessible. Remember to proceed with caution, as rooting your device may void warranties and expose you to security risks.

Final Thoughts

Always back up your data before proceeding with rooting, and ensure you understand the risks involved. Happy hacking!