Rooting your Samsung Galaxy S8

OS: Android 7.0 (Nougat), upgradable to Android 8.0 (Oreo)

CPU: Octa-core (4x2.3 GHz Mongoose M2 & 4x1.7 GHz Cortex-A53) - EMEA
-Octa-core (4x2.35 GHz Kryo & 4x1.9 GHz Kryo) - USA & China

Display: 5.8" inc

Camera: 12 MP, Single

You get superuser rights or get admin rights on Samsung Galaxy S8. This means that you can completely edit all system files that are not available to regular users. That is, you or any applications that work only on rooted devices will be able to access and change such system programs and chips, such as camera flash, flashlights for notifications, etc.

Advantages of Rooting Your Samsung Galaxy S8

Install incompatible apps.

Full control over the applications installed.

Overclocking and underclocking.

Flash a Custom ROM.

Backup everything on your device.

Disadvantages of Rooting Your Samsung Galaxy S8

Rooting your Android Phone will void your warranty.

Risk of bricking device.

May reduce performance if improper modifications are made.

Might Expose You to More Security Risks.

Problems installing official updates.

How to Root Samsung Galaxy S8 without Computer (KingoRoot apk for Android)

2. Install KingoRoot.apk on your device.
3. Launch "Kingo ROOT" app and start rooting.
4. Waiting for a few seconds.

Other Android Root Software without Computer

Framaroot
One-click rooting program for Android OS without using a PC, with a large list of supported devices.
Baidu Root
Rooting app with support for over 6000 Android device models.
Romaster SU
Great tool for rooting Samsung, HTC, Sony, Huawei, ZTE, Lenovo, CoolPad and other devices. Over 8000 models in total.
KingRoot
The program supports over 40,000 firmwares.
Universal AndRoot
A simple and very fast program for Android OS, for obtaining root-rights on various devices, without using a computer.
VISIONary+
The program for obtaining root rights on Android 2.1+ - 2.2.1.
z4root
Another program for getting root rights on Android 2.1+ is Android 2.2.1.
GingerBreak
The program is designed to get root-rights on devices running Android OS 2.3 (Gingerbread), without using a PC.
Towelroot
Root program from the famous hacker Geohot.
Root Dashi
This is the second most popular rooting app.
Root Tool
With the Root Tool, you can root your Android device with one click.
360 Root
This program will help you to root Android devices with version 2.2-4.2.
DingDong Root
An analogue of Baidu Root, but with some differences.
Poot
With this program, you can root on devices with a Qualcomm processor.
Baidu Super Root
An analogue of Baidu Root, only more convenient.
Root Genius
The mobile version of the well-known application for quickly obtaining root rights, in one click.
PingPong Root
A program for obtaining root rights to Samsung Galaxy S6 and S6 Edge.
Root Zhushou
This is another one-click rooting app for your Android device.
OneClickRoot
It will help you to get root access easily and in a couple of clicks.
Ct_hack root
Build several programs in one to successfully obtain root rights.
Root Master
A universal program that allows you to get root rights in one click.
Universal Root
Gets root in a variety of non-standard ways.

How to Root Samsung Galaxy S8 with Computer

Before starting the rooting process, follow these steps.

1. Backup Your Android Device.
2. Make sure your battery is charged to 80%.
3. Make sure you know other data such as model number, kernel number, build number, etc.
4. Use the original USB cable.
5. Internet connection necessary.
6. Allow installation of apps from unknown sources. (Settings > Security > Unknown Sources)

Root Android via KingoRoot (PC Version)

1. Download and install KingoRoot Android (PC Version).
2. Launch Kingo Android Root.
3. Plug your Android device into your computer via USB cable.
4. Enable "USB Debugging mode" on your Android device.
5. Read notifications carefully before rooting your device.
6. Click "ROOT".
7. Waiting for a few seconds.
8. Check the root status of your device.

Other Android Root Software with Computer

ROOT Wizard
The program gets root access to ZTE, Huawei, Lenovo, Samsung, HTC and other well-known brands of mobile phones.
KingRoot
Popular program for obtaining root rights using a computer, supports over 60,000 firmwares.
SuperOneClick
The program has a large list of supported Android devices for root access.
VRoot
The lightest and most convenient program for rooting Android devices, with version 4.4.
MTKdroidTools
An application for obtaining root rights, creating a backup and much more via a computer.
Geno Tools
The program will help you get root rights to android or remove them, if any.
Kingo Android Root
A handy program that will allow you to easily root your android device.
Root with Restore by Bin4ry
The script for getting root rights should work on almost all ICS / JB devices.
Nexus Root Toolkit
The program will help owners of Nexus devices to get root rights in one click.
Unlock Root Pro
With this program you can root Android 2.1 - 4.0.3.
DooMLoRD Easy Rooting Toolkit
The program is easy to use and installs root rights using a computer.

Thomas Nilan
Smartphone Expert

Thomas Nilan is a mobile phone expert with in-depth knowledge of the Android and iOS operating systems, who understands the settings of various hidden features that allow you to expand the capabilities of your smartphone, as well as get information about what is going on inside the phone for future repairs. He is an authority in his field, which has allowed him to become a ghostwriter for several technology publications, and he enjoys writing small mobile applications for testing smartphones.