Rooting an Android device gives you more control over the operating system but can cause issues with using modified apps like WhatsApp Plus safely.
WhatsApp can detect if your device is rooted and may ban WhatsApp Plus as a result.
In this article, we will explain the steps to hide root access, bypass security checks, remove bloatware, and update properly when using WhatsApp Plus on a rooted device.
Prerequisites:
Before you start, make sure that your device:
- It is successfully rooted with an application such as Magisk, SuperSU, etc
- It has a custom recovery like TWRP installed and working
- Do you have the latest WhatsApp Plus APK downloaded and ready to install?
How to Hide Root Access
It is essential to hide WhatsApp Plus root access to avoid being detected and banned. MagiskHide is an excellent application for this:
- Install MagiskHide and enable it in the Magisk application settings. Allow it
- In the MagiskHide settings, check the WhatsApp Plus box to hide it from root
- WhatsApp Plus will now think that your device is not rooted when it checks
Saving SafetyNet
Google’s SafetyNet API detects rooted devices and modifications. Avoid it:
- In Magisk, install the SafetyNet Fix and Universal SafetyNet Fix modules
- Restart your device and this will help you pass the SafetyNet checks required by WhatsApp
Remove Bloatware
Some pre-installed bloatware may cause WhatsApp Plus to crash:
- Use the Debloater application to identify and safely remove bloatware
- Restart afterwards and the unwanted system applications will be gone
Smart Upgrade
Always update WhatsApp Plus, but avoid system updates that may remove root:
- Just update WhatsApp Plus from the app itself
- Avoid full system updates that could override root access
By following these steps, WhatsApp Plus can be used securely even on a rooted Android device, while avoiding the risks of banning
Conclusion
Rooting allows you to control Android devices, but it also requires care when running modified apps like WhatsApp Plus.
Hiding root status, passing security checks, removing problematic bloatware and updating smartly allows you to use WhatsApp Plus safely on a rooted device without losing root privileges or getting banned.
Follow this guide to get the best of both worlds.