Welcome Guys! Today we will tell you how you can root your OnePlus 12. There are many methods of rooting, and we will discuss some of them. And by rooting, you get full rights to your device. There are other benefits to rooting, which we will discuss below.
What is Root?
Rooted Android means that you can modify your Android device by accessing its system files and settings. This gives you more control over your device and the freedom to customize it to your needs, but it may void your device’s warranty and may not support security issues. Therefore, rooting your device should be done with caution and wisdom.
Advantages or Benefits of rooting
- Control of applications: Rooting allows you to access unrooted applications and remove system applications that can free up more space on your device.
- Upgrading an Older Device: Rooting allows you to upgrade an older phone to the latest Android version, giving your phone a new lease on life.
- Superuser Access: When you root your device, you get superuser permissions, allowing you to access the depths of the system and modify various system files.
- Custom ROMs: When you root your device, you can use custom ROMs. These ROMs are improved in terms of innovation, security, and speed.
- Removing unwanted apps: Rooting allows you to completely remove unwanted apps from your device that drain your device’s performance and consume space.
Disadvantages or Cons of Rooting
- Risk of getting bricked: If something goes wrong in the rooting process, your device may get bricked, which means it will not work and may be completely broken before getting fixed.
- Risk of personal data: If your device gets rooted and you use it incorrectly, your personal data may no longer be safe.
- Losing Warranty: When you root your device, you often lose the warranty provided by the manufacturer.
- Security Issues: Rooting an Android device can lead to security issues, as it may not keep your device secure.
- Software Issues: After rooting, you may have the freedom to install unsupported or unstable software on your device, which may cause the system to crash.
Pre Requirements:
- Data Backup: Backup your device’s data immediately, as your device’s data gets corrupted during the root process.
- Battery charge: Your device’s battery should be more than 80% because rooting has the power to drain your device’s battery.
- Device version check: Please check out the model number and version of your device, because you need to know the correct rooting method and download some files for your device.
- Internet access: While rooting, it is important that you have internet access. because you will need it to download unlocking tools and some other things.
- Correct USB Drivers and Cable: Install the correct USB drivers for your device on your PC And choose an original USB Cable. This will help you connect your phone to the PC properly.
Let’s Root OnePlus 12
We attempted a number of techniques to root the OnePlus 12. We think the two techniques for rooting your device that are displayed here are safe and simple. The first method, “Root your device without a PC”, and the second, “Use the TWRP Custom Recovery”, both involve the procedure of rooting your device. To successfully root your smartphone, you must first ensure that all necessary steps have been taken.
Warning:- Rooting your device can sometimes increase security risks. And if your device is in the warranty period, then your device’s warranty expires. So root your device at your own risk.
Method #1: Root OnePlus 12 Without PC
- Download and install the KingoRoot app on your OnePlus 12.

- Make sure to enable the “unknown source” settings on your device.
- Now, open the application and click on the One Click Root option.

- Wait until the Rooting process ends on the Kingoroot app.
- After completing the process, your OnePlus 12 has been successfully rooted. You are free to use all the root-related services.
Method #2: Using the TWRP Custom Recovery
Step 1: Unlock the bootloader
- Enable Developer Options: Go to device Settings, scroll down, and tap on >> “About phone” >> then tap on >> “Build number”, several times until >> “Developer Options” is activated.

- Go to Settings and select “Developers Mode.” Now find the options “OEM Unlocking” and “USB Debugging” and enable them.


- Now boot your OnePlus 12 into bootloader mode to Unlock the Bootloader.
- Connect the phone to the PC or Laptop using a USB cable.
- Type the command “fastboot oem unlock” in the terminal.
Step 2: Install and flash TWRP Custom Recovery
- Download the file: Go to the TWRP official website and download the TWRP recovery file for your OnePlus 12, according to your device’s model “12” and brand “OnePlus”. The file can be a string or in “img” format.
- Boot your phone into bootloader mode: To enter Bootloader Mode, you can press and hold your phone’s “Power button” and “Volume Down” buttons simultaneously. After that, you have to select “Bootloader” or “Fastboot” by using the “Volume Up/Down button”.
- Flashing TWRP Recovery: After getting your phone into Fastboot mode, use a USB cable and connect it to your PC.
- Flash the recovery: Now, open the flashing tool on your PC and select the TWRP recovery file of your phone. Select the appropriate option to flash the file, and wait for the process to complete.
If you need a TWRP installation guide, check out our related posts; you may know more about TWRP Custom Recovery.
Step 3: Get the correct Magisk Zip
We told you in the earlier method to do the TWRP process. We explained it very well. So after that, we assumed that you had completed the TWRP flashing process on your OnePlus 12. After that, you are ready to flash the Magisk zip file. So now download the latest Magisk zip files given below.
Step 4: Root using Magisk Zip
- Let’s start by booting TWRP custom recovery.
- Press on the “Install button” and find the “Magisk file”.

- Select the “.Zip” file from the shown list to open the flashing menu.

- “Swipe right” to start the flashing process.

- Reboot your device when the flashing process is complete.
AWESOME! You have rooted your OnePlus 12 successfully. Use all the rooting services as you wish and customize your device as you want.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Ans. Rooting itself is not inherently harmful, but it can be risky if done incorrectly. Rooted devices can be more vulnerable to security threats and may void warranties. Users should exercise caution, research thoroughly, and only root their devices if they understand the implications and take necessary precautions.
Ans. Rooting, when done improperly or without caution, can potentially damage or “brick” your phone, making it unusable. It’s crucial to follow instructions carefully, use trusted methods, and understand the risks before attempting to root a device. With proper care, the risk of damaging your phone can be minimized.
Ans. The power of a rooted device depends on how it’s optimized and what customizations or apps you use. Rooting can provide more control over system settings, performance tweaks, and the ability to remove bloatware, potentially enhancing the device’s power and customization options, but it also comes with risks if not managed carefully.
Conclusion
We hope you have rooted your OnePlus 12 successfully. Rooting allows you to do any kind of customization. And can further improve your device. And if you have any questions, you can ask us in the comment box, and we will try to answer them. “Thank you”.