Root on Xiaomi Redmi 3 Pro: safe acceleration of the smartphone

Xiaomi Redmi 3 Pro is still a popular budget smartphone due to its reliability and deep customization. However, the factory firmware MIUI limits the user to manage system files, remove embedded applications and fine-tune performance. Getting root rights (or superuser rights) removes these restrictions, but requires accuracy - a mistake at any stage can turn the device into a brick.

In this guide, we will discuss the only working method for obtaining root rights to the Redmi 3 Pro in 2026, taking into account the features of its bootloader and compatibility with modern versions of Magisk and TWRP. Importantly, the procedure is only suitable for models with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 616 processor (codenamed ido). If your device has a different chipset (for example, MTK), the instruction will not work.

Before you start, answer two questions: why do you root (removing blobate, installing custom cores, backing up) /data?) Are you prepared for the possible consequences (loss of warranty, problems with the security of the OTA-If so, we will start preparing for the updates.

1.Preparation of the device: what to do before unlocking

The first and most important step is unlocking the bootloader. On all Xiaomi devices released after 2016, the bootloader is locked by default. Without it unlocking, installing a custom recovery (TWRP) or root-right firmware is impossible. The process takes 3 to 30 days, depending on Xiaomi's policy at the time of your request.

What will be required:

• 📱 Redmi 3 Pro with a battery charge of at least 60%.
• 💻 Windows computer 10/11 Linux (macOS is not supported by official Xiaomi tools).
• 🔌 Original. USB-cable (do not use cheap Chinese analogues – they can interrupt the connection at a critical moment).
• 🔑 Mi Account linked to the device (required to confirm email and phone!).

Before unlocking, follow the following steps:

1. Turn on Developer Mode: Go to Settings → About Phone and click on MIUI Version 7 times.
2. Activate USB Debugging and OEM Unlock in the Settings menu → Additional → For developers.
3. Turn off the “Factory Protection” setting (if enabled) in Settings → Mi Account → Device Protection.
4. Make a full backup of data via Mi Cloud or locally on your PC – once the bootloader is unlocked, the device will be reset.

⚠️ Note: If you previously blocked the bootloader through fastboot oem lock, unlocking can take up to 720 hours (30 days). Xiaomi artificially delays the process for new accounts. Use an account created at least 3 months ago to speed up the procedure.

2 Unlock the bootloader through the Mi Unlock Tool

Xiaomi’s official tool, the Mi Unlock Tool, is the only legal way to unlock the bootloader. Download the latest version from the official website (avoid third-party sources – they may contain viruses).

Step-by-step:

1. Install Mi Unlock Tool and run on behalf of the administrator.
2. Sign in with the same Mi Account as you do on your phone.
3. Turn off Redmi 3 Pro and press Volume Down + Power to log into Fastboot Mode.
4. Connect your phone to your PC. The Android Bootloader Interface should appear in the Device Manager.
5. In Mi Unlock Tool, press Unlock. If you have a waiting message, wait for the specified time (3 to 720 hours).

Once successfully unlocked, the device will automatically reset to factory settings. Don't worry, that's okay. You can now start installing a custom Recovery.

3. Installation of TWRP Recovery: version selection and nuances

TWRP (Team Win Recovery Project) is a customized recovery that allows you to install firmware, backup and get root rights. Redmi 3 Pro is only suitable for informal build, since official support for the device is discontinued. Download the image from trusted sources, such as the XDA Developers forum.

There are two versions of TWRP for Redmi 3 Pro:

• 🔹 For Android-based firmware 6.0 (MIUI 8/9) — twrp-3.2.3-ido.img.
• 🔹 For Android-based firmware 7.0+ (MIUI 10+) — twrp-3.3.1-ido.img.

Installation via fastboot:

fastboot flash recovery twrp-3.3.1-ido.img


fastboot boot twrp-3.3.1-ido.img

After the commands are executed, the phone will automatically restart to TWRP. If this does not happen, manually enter the Recovery, clamping Volume up + Power when turned on.

⚠️ Note: Some users encounter an error in the Invalid sparse file format at header when trying to flash TWRP. This means you downloaded the image for another model, always check the file name, which must contain the code name of the device (ido).

Download the correct version TWRP for your firmware|Check file integrity (MD5-sum)|Make sure the loader is unlocked|Disable the antivirus on your PC (it can block fastboot)|Prepare. OTG-cable-->

4. Getting root rights through Magisk: a step-by-step guide

Magisk is a modern root-rights tool that hides changes from system checks (e.g., in banking applications or games). For Redmi 3 Pro, Magisk v26.4 or later is suitable. Download the Magisk-v26.4.zip file from the official repository.

Installation instructions:

1. Copy the file. Magisk-v26.4.zip internal memory of the telephone or SD-map.
2. Boot to TWRP (clamping Volume Up + Nutrition).
3. Click Install → select the file Magisk-v26.4.zip → swipe to confirm.
4. After installation, press Reboot System.

The first download after installing Magisk can take up to 10 minutes. Don't interrupt the process! After successful startup, check for root rights using the Magisk Manager app (download it separately from the same GitHub).

If root didn't show up,

• 🔄 Reinstall Magisk through TWRP, pre-executing → Format Data (this will delete all data!).
• 🔧 Try a different version of Magisk (for example, v25.2 firmware).
• 📱 Make sure that in the settings → Special facilities → Root access option is included for developers (ADB applications).

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If banking applications (such as Sberbank or Tinkoff) have stopped working after installing Magisk, turn on the Magisk Hide option in the Magisk Manager settings and add the applications to the hidden list.

5. Checking the performance and elimination of errors

Once you have root permissions, you need to make sure that the system is stable. Launch the terminal on your phone (for example, through the Termux app) and type in the command:

su

If # is activated successfully, if not, check the installation logs in TWRP (they are saved in /sdcard/TWRP/LOG).

Common mistakes and their solutions:

⚠️ Note: If your mobile data or Wi-Fi stopped working after rooting, check the file. /system/build.prop lineage ro.config.hw_fast_dormancy=Delete or comment on them (by adding # at the beginning of the line) and restart the device.

6.Alternative methods: when Magisk does not work

If Magisk refuses to install or the device is unstable, you can try alternative methods:

Method 1: SuperSU (Old but Working)

For older firmware (MIUI 8/9), Chainfire's SuperSU is fine. Download the UPDATE-SuperSU-v2.82.zip file and run it through TWRP. However, this method does not support root-rights hiding, so banking applications will not work.

Method 2: Firmware custom ROM with pre-sewn root

Some custom firmware, such as LineageOS 14.1 or Resurrection Remix, already contain root access, and less – you will have to completely reflash the device, which carries the risk of loss of functionality (for example, the camera or fingerprint sensor may not work).

7 Security after root: what can and cannot be done

Root rights give you complete control of the system, but they also open the door to potential threats.

• 🛡️ Do not install applications from unknown sources – even with root rights, they can contain malicious code.
• 🔄 Update Magisk regularly – new versions fix vulnerabilities.
• 📱 Do not modify system files manually (for example, /system/build.prop) backup.
• 🔒 Turn off root access for unnecessary apps in Magisk settings.
• 🔄 Create Nandroid backups before any changes through TWRP.

Pay special attention to backups. TWRP You can save a full system picture (backup) → Select Boot, System, Data. Store backups on the SD-Card or PC – they will save your data when you crash.

If you plan to use root to remove embedded applications (bloat), use specialized tools like Debloater or Titanium Backup. Removing system APKs manually can lead to a crash of the interface.

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Root rights to the Redmi 3 Pro in 2026 are only possible through a combination of unlocked bootloader, TWRP and Magisk. Alternative methods (like KingRoot or OneClickRoot) do not work and can lock the device.

FAQ: Frequent questions about root on Redmi 3 Pro