KernelSU brings kernel-level root access to modern Android devices with GKI 2.0+ support, offering a cleaner alternative to traditional root methods with systemless modules and granular app permissions.

Android rooting just got a major upgrade. While traditional solutions like Magisk operate at the system level, KernelSU takes root access directly into kernel space, providing cleaner integration and better security isolation for modern Android devices running GKI 2.0 kernels (5.10+).

What sets KernelSU apart is its App Profile system that lets you lock down root permissions per application, plus a metamodule system for systemless modifications that won’t trip SafetyNet. With 15K+ stars and official support for WSA, ChromeOS, and container-based Android, it’s becoming the go-to solution for developers who need root access without the traditional headaches. The project supports both arm64 and x86_64 architectures, making it viable across the Android ecosystem.

If you’re building Android tooling, testing apps that need root, or just want cleaner system modifications, KernelSU offers a more surgical approach than older methods. The active Telegram community and comprehensive documentation make getting started straightforward, though you’ll need a compatible kernel or be ready to build one yourself.

⭐ Stars: 14962
💻 Language: Kotlin
🔗 Repository: tiann/KernelSU