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    Mikhail Gorbachev

    Magisk is free and open-source software used to root Android devices, developed by John Wu. Magisk supports devices running Android 6.0 or higher.[1]

    Magisk
    Original author(s)John Wu (topjohnwu)
    Initial releaseAugust 2016; 8 years ago (2016-08)[2]
    Stable release
    29.0 / May 14, 2025; 36 days ago (2025-05-14)[3]
    Repositorygithub.com/topjohnwu/Magisk
    Written inC++ , Kotlin , Rust [1]
    Operating systemAndroid
    PlatformAndroid
    LicenseGPL-3.0
    Websitegithub.com/topjohnwu/Magisk Edit this on Wikidata

    Overview

    Magisk is a free and open-source software that enables users to gain root access to their Android devices. With Magisk, users can install various modifications and customizations, making it a popular choice for Android enthusiasts. Additionally, Magisk comes with a built-in app called Magisk Manager, which allows users to manage root permissions and install various modules.[1]

    Magisk has a systemless approach and modular design; it offers a safe and easy way to root a device and add new features and functionality.

    How it works

    Users download their firmware (boot.img) and use Magisk to patch the file.

    History

    Magisk started out as a small project created by John Wu. However, it has now grown to more than 252 contributors. In version 21, support for Android 11 was added.[4] In version 22, support for the Samsung Galaxy S21 was added.[5] In version 26, support for Android 5 and below was removed.[6] The original developer John Wu started working for the Android security team in May 2021[7].

    See also

    References

    1. ^ a b c Wu, John (2022-12-12), topjohnwu/Magisk, retrieved 2022-12-12
    2. ^ "State of Magisk: 2020". Medium.com. 2020-01-24. Retrieved 2025-06-19.
    3. ^ "Release Magisk 29.0". GitHub. 2025-05-14.
    4. ^ "Root-methode Magisk krijgt ondersteuning voor Android 11". Tweakers (in Dutch). Retrieved 2021-09-11.
    5. ^ Wilde, Damien (2021-02-24). "Magisk v22.0 adds support for Galaxy S21 series, app hiding improvements, plus more". 9to5Google. Retrieved 2021-09-11.
    6. ^ Wilde, Damien (2021-05-13). "Magisk v23 drop pre-Android 5 device support". 9to5Google. Retrieved 2021-09-11.
    7. ^ Schoon, Ben (2021-05-17). "Google hires John Wu, the creator of Magisk, for Android security team". 9to5Google. Retrieved 19 June 2025.
    Credit: Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Magisk_(software)

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