How to Root YU Yunicorn YU5530

Checkout the steps on how to Root YU Yunicorn YU5530

YU Yunicorn is the latest Android Smartphone from YU, the subsidiary of Micromax. It was launched recently and went on sale from 7 June this year for Rs. 12,999 via Flipkart Online Store. The device packs some awesome specs at this price and is the perfect competitor to Redmi Note 3 and Lenovo K4 Note Smartphones. Earlier we have shared a tutorial on how to unlock bootloader on YU Yunicorn and now we are going to show you How to Root YU Yunicorn YU5503.

Preparing YU Yunicorn for Rooting Process:

1. This tutorial is for YU Yunicorn having YU5530 as model number. So don’t follow this guide on other devices.
2. Backup all the important data and stuff to a safe place. Backup SMS, Contacts, Call Logs etc.
3. Unlock Bootloader on YU Yunicorn.
4. Enable Unknown Sources option from Settings > Security.
5. Charge YU Yunicorn to at least 70%.

Disclaimer: Rooting YU Yunicorn might void the device’s warranty and should be done carefully. If done improperly may brick your device and leave it useless.

Also: How to Install TWRP Recovery on YU Yunicorn YU5530

How to Root YU Yunicorn YU5530:

Step 1: Download Kingroot app from here and transfer it to your device.

Step 2: Open ES File Explorer or similar File Manager and install Kingroot.apk on YU Yunicorn.

Step 3: Open Kingroot and wait for it to analyse the device for its compatibility for the rooting process.

Step 4: Once it is done, a button labelled as Root should appear. Tap on it to proceed to Root YU Yunicorn.

Step 5: The device might reboot. After reboot open the Kingroot app and it should show the message saying root has completed.

Step 6: Check the Root Permissions with the help of Root Checker App.

Have you got your YU Yunicorn Rooted using the steps above? Do share your views in the comment section below.

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