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Table of Contents

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📚 Glossary

📱 Root Apps by Category

🛡️ Privacy & Security

🤖 AI & Smart Tools

📦 App Control and Management

🔧 App Modifications and Extensions

Performance and System

🎮 Gaming

🗃️ Data & Storage

🎨 Interface and Customization

🎵 Audio and Media

🌐 Network and Communication

🛠️ Root and System Management

📥 Frameworks and Advanced

🖥️ Display and Accessibility

🌐 Browser Tools

🧰 System Utilities

📚 Support and Safety


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

SymbolMeaning
Community-recommended (most popular/trusted in category)
FOSSFree and Open Source Software (source code available)
ProprietaryClosed-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.

AppWhy 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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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. Download ↗ FOSS [M] [K]
  • AdAway Helper - Enables AdAway to work on KernelSU, its variants by managing /system/etc/hosts via bind mount and overlay. 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]

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

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AI and Smart Tools

NOTE

Also see Breeno Source Changer in ROM & OEM Customization > ColorOS for AI assistant customization on ColorOS devices.

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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

  • ⭐ Zygisk Detach - Zygisk module to detach installed apps from Play Store, hooking binder. Also check out 📖 Zygisk Detach Guide. Requires Zygisk implementation. FOSS [M]
  • Play Version Spoofer - Prevents the Google Play Store from automatically updating itself. FOSS [LSP]
  • Update Locker - Block updates (and auto-updates) selected apps via popular markets including Google Play Market, Huawei AppGallery and Samsung Galaxy Store. Proprietary
  • Updates Manager Extended - Allows to bock app updates (including automatic updates) for specific apps, no matter from which app store they were installed. FOSS [LSP]

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]
  • AlterInstaller - Spoof Android package manager installer fields to bypass installation restrictions. FOSS [M] [K]
  • 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]
  • Universal Installer - Install and manage APK packages with split APK support. FOSS [LSP]

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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 - Enables 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 Patches and 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]
  • Kettu - A Discord mobile app client modification continuing Bunny's mission. 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

  • Knot - Message privacy, notification tweaks & Screen display & UI mods for Line. FOSS [LSP]

QQ Mods

  • Elaris - A lightweight module for QQ with various features. Proprietary [LSP]
  • NewQStory - Xposed QQ module. Proprietary [LSP]
  • QAuxiliary - Xposed module based on QNotified. FOSS [LSP]
  • QFun - Functionality enhancement module developed based on the Xposed framework. 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

  • Patcheddit - Custom patches with features like view: deleted Reddit posts & comments,Banned subreddits etc. Requires Morphe App ↗. FOSS
  • Reddidn’t - Dynamically finds methods within the Reddit app responsible for displaying ads and blocks them. Warning Proprietary [LSP]

TikTok Mods

  • TikTok AntiBurn - Overlap the TikTok app elements to prevent the screen from burning out. FOSS [LSP]

Telegram Mods

  • Re-Telegram - Adds features like AntiAntiForward, AntiRecall, NoSponsoredMessages, ProhibitChannelSwitching and many more to various Telegram clients. FOSS [LSP]
  • Telegami - Various tweaks for Telegram. FOSS [LSP]
  • Telegram Speed Hook - Increase Telegram files/media downloading 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]

Weibo Mods

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

WhatsApp Mods

  • ⭐ WA Enhancer - Enhances your WhatsApp experience. FOSS [LSP]
  • WA Enhancer X - Fork of WA Enhancer with additional features. 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, YT Music Mods

  • NexAlloy - YouTube, YT Music block ads, background playback, sponsorblock and much more. Also unlocks premium features of Strava and Photomath. Unlimited Google Photos backup. FOSS [LSP]

Also check out Morphe section

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Non-Social App Mods

Amazon

  • AmznKiller - Hides sponsored content and ads in the Amazon Shopping app. FOSS [LSP]

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 Discover Mods

  • Discover Ads Filter - Hides sponsored cards and ads from the Google Discover feed in the Pixel Launcher -1 screen and inside the Google app itself. FOSS [LSP]

Google Keyboard Mods

  • GboardHook - Modifies the number of clipboard items displayed and their expiration time. FOSS [LSP]
  • Gboard Material Expressive Black - Enables pitch black Gboard background on Android 16 dynamic theme. 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]

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]

Solid Explorer

  • F**k Solid Explorer - Unlock premium features and remove advertisements from Solid Explorer. FOSS [LSP]

Spotify

Via Browser Mods

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

Yandex Music Mods

Patching Tools

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

Morphe

IMPORTANT

Recently a lot of revanced original dev have left the project due to internal conflicts and new project called Morphe has been started by some of the original revanced devs. We recommend checking out Morphe as well for future updates.

  • ⭐ Morphe - A next-generation app patcher built by some of the original ReVanced developers. It offers a modern interface, enhanced stability, and a growing list of supported apps and features. FOSS
For more details click me

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]

Other 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]
  • FingerprintPay - Enables fingerprint payment via WeChat, Alipay, Taobao, Tencent QQ, and UnionPay on phones that support fingerprint recognition. FOSS [M] [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]
  • Cake - Learn English & Korean Patches - Enable Plus . FOSS [R]

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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]

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:

  • DSP AudioFix - A simple fix for distorted audio on Xiaomi/MediaTek devices with Awinic smart amps. FOSS [M] [K]
  • 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]

Lyrics

  • Lyricon - An Android status bar lyric enhancement tool based on the Xposed framework. FOSS [LSP]
  • LyricProvider - A lyric provider for Lyricon. FOSS [LSP]

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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]
  • Restoid - modern, root-based Android app backup tool powered by restic. FOSS
  • Swift Backup - Modern backup solution with cloud support. Proprietary

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Battery and Power Management

Battery Stats and Monitoring

  • BatStats - Battery monitor with stats via Shizuku/root. FOSS

Battery Optimization

  • AntiWakeLock - Disable WAKE_LOCK and FLAG_KEEP_SCREEN_ON to save battery. FOSS [LSP]
  • 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]

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]
  • FROSTY - Optimizes battery life by selectively freezing Google Mobile Services (GMS) components and applying system-wide doze enhancements. FOSS [M] [K]
  • 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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For privacy benefits of reducing Google Services activity, also see Privacy and Security.

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Browser and Web Tools

Browser Extensions

  • ⭐ ChromeXt - UserScript and DevTools support for Chromium-based and WebView-based browsers. FOSS [LSP]
  • EdgeX - An Xposed module for Microsoft Edge on Android, designed to enhance your browsing experience with UI tweaks and functional improvements. FOSS [LSP]
  • FoldDevtools - Using chrome devtools to debug webview on Android. FOSS [LSP]

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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

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Customization and Theming

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]
  • Monetify - Customize third-party apps seamlessly to match your device style. FOSS [LSP]
  • 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
  • Activity Manager - Discover the activities of installed applications, run them, and create shortcuts. 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]
  • Punch-hole Download Progress - Displays download progress as an animated ring around the camera cutout. FOSS [LSP]|

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ROM and OEM Customization

AOSPColorOSHyperOSNothingOSOneUIOnyxOxygenOSZUI

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]
  • XposedFluidCloud - ColorOS 16 Fluid Cloud UI Adjustments to Xposed Modules. 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
  • Fingerprint Catalog - Allows you to create, upload, import, and apply your own fingerprint icons and animations on HyperOS. FOSS [LSP]
  • GreenDotHide - Hides the green dot indicating sensitive permission use. Works only on MIUI/HyperOS. FOSS [LSP]
  • 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]
  • HyperIsland - Dynamic Island–style notifications for HyperOS 3, powered by LSPosed. FOSS [LSP]
  • HyperLight - Completes the highlight blur effects for HyperOS 3, bringing a unified visual experience to the desktop, notification shade, and control center. 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]
  • Janus - Enhances Xiaomi rear screens with multitasking, app shortcuts, gestures, notification mirroring, and power-saving features. Proprietary [LSP]
  • 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]

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Check this resource for more HyperOS Mods ↗

NothingOS

One UI (Samsung)

  • ⭐ KnoxPatch - Get Samsung apps/features working again in your rooted Galaxy device. For better experience, please also read this ↗ . FOSS [LSP]
  • One Design - Customize multiple applications at the system level, providing feature enhancements, and system optimizations. Proprietary [LSP]
  • One UI X - Remove annoying restrictions, and inject powerful enhancements into the Status Bar, Quick Settings, and native apps etc on Samsung's One UI. FOSS [LSP]
  • Samsung Dex Standalone Mode - Systemlessly enable Samsung DeX standalone mode. FOSS [M]

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

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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
  • Scalpel - Precision Debloat & Systemize for Rooted Android. FOSS [M] [K]
  • 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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Developer Tools

  • ⭐ Shizuku - Use system APIs directly with ADB/root privileges. FOSS| |
  • Bluetooth Hook - Inject virtual BLE devices into Android system Bluetooth scan results, facilitating Bluetooth application debugging for developers. FOSS [LSP]
  • Chroot Distro - Install Gnu/Linux distributions on Android. 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 usb debugging - Disables USB Debugging after every reboot. FOSS [M]
  • Disable Log Request - Automatic approve for app to access device logs (Android 13+). FOSS [LSP]
  • Droidspaces - Lets you run full Linux environments on top of Android or Linux, with complete init system support including systemd, OpenRC, and other init systems (runit, s6, etc.). FOSS
  • Hotspot Wireless Debugging - Xposed module to allow Wireless Debugging over Wi-Fi Hotspot. 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 ↓
  • Trixie.apk - Debian 13 (Trixie) Server/Desktop container for rooted Android 5.0+ devices. FOSS
  • USB Mass Storage - Turn Your Phone Into a USB Drive. Mount disk images as real USB storage devices. FOSS [M] [K] [A]

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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
  • Remember My Sort - Forces the native Android file picker to remember your sorting preferences. FOSS [LSP]|
  • 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
  • ZArchiver - A program for archive management (including managing of application backups in archives). Proprietary

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Gaming

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For overall device performance tuning, see Performance and Optimization. For CPU/GPU management, see Kernel Management.

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]

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
  • KonaBess Next - Fork of KonaBess, Custom GPU overclocking and undervolting tool with granulated voltage for rooted Snapdragon Android devices. FOSS
  • PerfMTK - Designed to optimize performance and power efficiency on MediaTek devices with Mali GPUs. FOSS [M]

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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
  • Minimal Kernel Manager - Android kernel management and system monitoring application. FOSS|
  • Rv Kernel Manager - A modern Kernel Manager with Material 3 Expressive Design. FOSS|
  • Zuan Kernel Manager - Advanced Android kernel management tool, rebuilt from the Rve Kernel Manager project base with Material 3 Expressive Modern Style. FOSS

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Location and GPS

  • AnyWhere - Location simulation tool for debugging LBS applications and for users to test geolocation functionality. FOSS [LSP]
  • 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]
  • Location Joystick - Realtime Location Spoofer by using a Overlay Joystick to control the mock location. Proprietary [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]

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Also check out: Maps Mods section

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LSPosed Framework

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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

  • VPN Hotspot - Share your VPN connection over hotspot or repeater. FOSS

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]
  • Move Certificate - Move user certificates to system certificates. Supports Android 7-16. FOSS [M] [K]
  • SSL Killer - Bypass multiple ssl pinning implementations. Proprietary [LSP]

Wi‑Fi Tools

Network Utilities

  • 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]
  • 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]

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

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VPN and Proxy Tools

  • Aurora - This project deploys sing-box, mihome proxies via Magisk, KernelSU, or APatch. FOSS [M] [K]
  • Box4Magisk / KernelSU / APatch - Deploy multiple proxy cores on Android devices, including clash, mihomo, sing-box, v2ray, xray, and hysteria. 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]
  • Surfing - Magisk and KernelSU modules for Clash/mihomo, sing-box, v2ray, xray, hysteria services. FOSS [M] [K]

Hide VPN/Proxy Usage

  • NoVPNDetect - Prevents some apps from detecting your phone is connected to a VPN. FOSS [LSP]
  • NoVPNDetect Enhanced - An enhanced version of NoVPNDetect that prevents apps from detecting VPN usage by modifying system properties and network configurations. FOSS [LSP]
  • VPN Hide - Hide active VPN from selected Android apps (kernel module + LSPosed + Zygisk) FOSS [M] [K]

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Performance and Optimization

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For gaming-specific tweaks, see Gaming. 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
  • Androoster - Android root tweak toolbox. It is built to help you tweak your device, keeping it cool, fast and responsive. FOSS|
  • 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]
  • 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]

Task Managers

  • Appzuku - Simple app to boost performance by stopping background apps, relying on Root/Shizuku permissions. FOSS
  • 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]
  • No More Background - A fire-and-forget program to stop Android apps from running in the background. FOSS|
  • Operator - Matrix-inspired Android Task Manager that lets you monitor, manage, and terminate processes directly from your device. FOSS|
  • Shappky - A simple app to boost performance by stopping background apps, relying on Root/Shizuku permissions. FOSS [M]
  • TaskManager - Task Manager inspired from gnome system monitor for android.Must read F-Droid inclusion FOSS|

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]
  • Device Faker - A device model spoofing module based on Zygisk that can configure different device models for different applications. 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]
  • MAC Editor for Android - Securely edit Wi-Fi MAC address on Android. FOSS [LSP]
  • 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]
  • Android-FlagSecure-Disabler - FlagSecure Disabler, Screenshot Observer Disabler & DRM Disabler. FOSS [M] [K]
  • CaptureSposed - Disables the newly introduced screenshot detection API in Android 14. FOSS [LSP]
  • ih8SecureLock - Prevent apps from blocking and listening to your screenshots with Zygisk. FOSS [M] [K]
  • 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]
  • Biometric Bypass Module - Fast-forwards face unlock by skipping the biometric confirmation step in System UI on Android 10+. FOSS [LSP]|
  • PinGuard - LSPosed module that requires fingerprint / password to unpin screen-pinned apps. FOSS [LSP]
  • TapDucky - Open-source DuckyScript runner for rooted Android with USB Gadget (ConfigFS) support. 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

  • ⭐ MMRL - An Android app that helps manage your own modules repository. FOSS| |
  • Magisk Manager for Recovery Mode - Easily manage your Magisk Modules from a terminal session in your custom recovery. FOSS [M]
  • KPatch Next Module - Standalone implementation of KPM (KernelSU Patch Module) support for Magisk/KernelSU with WebUI. FOSS [M] [K]
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-hybrid_mount - Advanced dual engine (OverlayFS + Magic Mount) with conflict monitor, diagnostics, auto-fallback, and EROFS storage backend support. FOSS [K]
  • ZeroMount - Mountless module loading with Kernel-level VFS path redirection & SUSFS integration, WebUI, bootloop guard, and strategy fallback. FOSS [M] [K] [A]

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

Bootloop Protection

Zygisk Implementations

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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 The "Gold Standard" for detection evasion. It is a standalone Zygisk implementation that offers the most advanced stealth features, including a dedicated Zygote Monitor and dashboard. Proprietary [M] [K] [A]
  • NeoZygisk A minimalist, high-stealth implementation using ptrace injection. It focuses on "trace cleaning," aiming to remove all injection artifacts from memory once modules are loaded. FOSS [M] [K] [A]
  • ReZygisk A high-performance implementation entirely rewritten in C. It introduces custom linkers to bypass modern linker-based detections, offering a WebUI for status monitoring and compatibility with Android 15 and 16. FOSS [M] [K] [A]
Comparison of Zygisk Implementations:

Main Feature Comparison

FeatureMagisk Built-inZygisk NextNeoZygiskReZygisk
Android Ver.9.0 – 1510 – 168.1 – 16 (Beta)9 – 16
Key AdvantageOfficial / SimpleDetection EvasionStealth / CleaningSpeed / Open Source
LicenseGPL-3.0All Rights Reserved (since v4-0.9.2)GPL-3.0 (forked pre-license-change)GPL-3.0 / AGPL-3.0
Root SupportMagisk onlyMagisk, KSU, APatchMagisk, KSU, KSU Next, APatchMagisk (Official & Kitsune), KSU, APatch
PerformanceBaselineVery StableMinimalist / Low RAMFastest (Native C)
ImplementationBuilt-in, PLT hooksStandalone, built-in ZN LinkerPtrace injectionStandalone, full C rewrite, custom linker
Hiding PowerBasic DenyListZN Linker, anon memory loading, Shamiko integrationDual-strategy unmounting, atexit neutralizationCustom linker, SoInfo hiding, maps hiding
Shamiko❌ Separate module✅ Built-in (excludes prop/font hiding)❌ Own DenyList❌ Own hiding mechanisms
DenyList ModesEnforce/disableDisabled / enabled / unmount-only (WebUI + CLI)Direct unmount (primary) + namespace switching (fallback)Monitor-based
Module LoadingSystem linkerZN Linker + anonymous memoryStandardCustom linker (bypasses system linker)
APIFull Zygisk APIFull (no Magisk internals guaranteed)Full compatibilityCompatible
Config UIMagisk ManagerWebUI + CLIStatus via module.prop (WebUI pending)WebUI (in dev), module.prop

Strengths & Trade-offs

ImplementationStrengthsTrade-offs
Magisk Built-in✅ Official, stable, well-documented
✅ Widest arch support (incl. x86)
✅ No extra modules needed
❌ Magisk-only
❌ Easily detected by modern banking apps.
Zygisk Next✅ Most feature-rich (ZN Linker, anon memory, Shamiko)
✅ Three DenyList modes
✅ WebUI + CLI, largest community
❌ Fully closed source, no audit possible
❌ ZN Linker still experimental
❌ No prop/font hiding from Shamiko
NeoZygisk✅ Ptrace approach is harder to trace in memory
✅ Multi-root (incl. KSU Next)
✅ Minimal, open source
❌ 64-bit devices
❌ Smaller community, no WebUI yet
ReZygisk✅ Full C rewrite - lightest/fastest
✅ Custom linker defeats linker detection
✅ Fully open & auditable
❌ Still RC phase
❌ Some compat issues & bug reports (bootloops, Zygisk-Sui conflicts)


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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
  • PIF Detector - Native app designed to detect modifications, bypasses, or "fixes" applied to the Google Play Integrity API. FOSS [M] [K]
  • 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|
  • Securify - Yet Another Root Checker and Play Integrity API Application. FOSS

Root Hiding and Play Integrity

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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

  • ⭐ SUSFS Module - An addon root hiding service for KernelSU. FOSS [M]
  • ⭐ HMA-OSS - FOSS version of Hide My Applist to hide your app list, settings, package installers and more. FOSS [LSP]
  • ⭐ Shamiko - Hide Magisk. Proprietary [M]
  • BRENE - A SuSFS/KernelSU module for SuSFS patched kernels that provides enhanced root hiding & spoofing capabilities. FOSS [M] [K]
  • Hide My Applist - Intercept applist detections. Proprietary [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]
  • Play Integrity Fix INJECT - Play Integrity device verdicts and certification using injected GMS/Play Store spoofing. 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

  • Adaptive Theme: Auto Dark Mode by Ambient Light - Automatically switches between Light and Dark mode using the ambient light sensor. FOSS|
  • 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]|
  • 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]

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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System Modifications

Boot and Startup

System Tweaks and Patches

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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System Utilities

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 - Cron daemon for scheduled jobs on KernelSU, APatch, and Magisk. FOSS [M] [K]

Android Sharing and Picker Tweaks

  • ⭐ CleanShare - Removes Direct Share's suggested contact/conversation shortcuts from Android's Share Sheet. FOSS [LSP]
  • No Photo Picker API - Bypasses the Android Photo Picker API and lets apps use the classic document/file picker. FOSS [LSP]
  • Transparent Screenshot - Hide the application window during screenshots, screen recording, and screen casting. FOSS [LSP]

Device Information and Diagnostics

  • 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]

MicroG

  • 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]
  • microG Installer Revived Again - Promote microG GmsCore, GsfProxy, Companion/Play Store, and MapsV1 to system with privileged permissions. FOSS [M] [K]

NFC and Wireless Utilities

  • NFC Card Emulator Pro (Root) - NFC card emulator for access cards, elevator cards, meal cards, school cards, library cards, and other IC cards. Proprietary
  • NFCGate - Android application meant to capture, analyze, or modify NFC traffic. FOSS [LSP]|
  • onHit - Trigger Android NFC events without a physical tag by Xposed. FOSS [LSP]

Power and Reboot Tools

  • RebootNya - A simple yet advanced reboot utility for Android devices. FOSS

Remote Access, Sync and Storage

  • Magisk Tailscaled - Runs the Tailscale mesh VPN daemon on rooted Android devices for private remote access. 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-based file sync and backup workflows. FOSS [M]

General Toolboxes and Module Collections

  • ⭐ Essentials - Multi-purpose tweaks for display, notifications and alerts, security and privacy, sound and haptics, and app freezing. FOSS
  • APatch Utilities - Collection of utility modules for APatch. FOSS
  • KernelSU Grant Toast - Make KernelSU show a root granted toast like Magisk. FOSS [K]
  • SD Flasher - Flash disk images (.img, .img.gz, .img.xz, .zip) directly to SD cards from your Android device. FOSS
  • System Tools Android - A system utility suite with many small tools for finer system work, including root utilities. Proprietary
  • UotanToolbox NT - A modern toolbox for Android power users and geeks. FOSS
  • XposedModulets - A collection of many small useful Xposed Modules. FOSS [LSP]
  • Zygisk Sui - Modern superuser interface (SUI) implementation for Android. FOSS [M] [K]

TIP

If you are looking for classic root managers and module managers, start with Root Management. If you need shell commands or Linux tooling, see Terminal and Shell Tools.

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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
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