Rooting Xiaomi Redmi 7A: a safe way to get root rights in 2026

Why is the Redmi 7A Rooting still relevant?

The Xiaomi Redmi 7A, launched in 2019, is still a popular budget device due to its reliability and deep customization capabilities. However, MIUI’s regular firmware imposes many limitations, from the inability to remove system applications to blocking some features for Russian users. Getting root rights allows you to bypass these restrictions, but the process requires caution – a mistake at any stage can turn the phone into a brick.

In 2026, the Redmi 7A rooting process became more complicated due to Xiaomi’s tightening policy to unlock bootloaders, now requiring official permission through the Mi Account, and some tools (such as older versions of TWRP) are no longer supported. In this article, we will discuss the current way to get root with all the changes, and also explain how to avoid typical errors that lead to a loss of warranty or device failure.

Before you start, ask yourself: Do you really need root rights? If the goal is simply to remove ads in MIUI, consider alternatives like installing custom firmware (like Pixel Experience) or using Magisk modules without full root. Rooting will open up access to system files, but at the same time deprive you of official updates and can create problems with banking applications (due to the SafetyNet trigger).

Preparing for rooting: what to do before unlocking

The first and most critical step is to prepare the device. 7A The Mi Unlock Tool will simply refuse to work. Start by checking the version. MIUI: Rooting is possible only on global or European firmware (designations) MIUI Global or MIUI EU). Chinese versions (China) ROM) Blocking Unblocking for Foreign Accounts.

Updating your firmware to the latest stable version is a must – this minimizes the risk of conflicts when installing TWRP. Check the current version in the Settings menu → About Phone → MIUI version. If you have firmware older than MIUI 12, update it through Settings → System Update or manually through the Mi Flash Tool.

• 📱 Backup all data (photos, contacts, messages) through Settings → Additionally. → Backup and reset. Rooting erases internal memory!
• 🔋 Charge the battery to at least 70%, interrupting the process due to battery discharge is almost guaranteed to lead to a brick».
• 🔑 Link your Mi Account to your device: Go to Settings → Xiaomi account and log in. Unblocking is impossible without it.
• 🖥️ Install drivers for Redmi 7A Download them from the official Xiaomi website or use the Mi package PC Suite.

⚠️ Warning: If you bought the phone in Russia after 2022, check if unlocking the bootloader is blocked at the level of regional restrictions. 7A For the Russian market, there is a hardware lock that cannot be circumvented.

USB Debugging enabled (Settings → For developers)

Permitted. OEM-unlocking (Settings) → For developers)

The device is tied to the Mi Account

Installed ADB and Fastboot drivers on PC

Mi Unlock Tool (Last Release) (2026)

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Unlock the bootloader: the official way from Xiaomi

Without an unlocked bootloader, installing TWRP or Magisk is impossible. Xiaomi requires official permission to unlock, which is issued through the attached Mi Account. The process takes from 3 to 7 days – this is the time it takes to check the account for suspicious activity (for example, frequent unlocks of different devices).

Instructions for unlocking:

1. Download the Mi Unlock Tool from the official website (the 2026 version is mandatory!).
2. Launch the utility on behalf of the administrator and log in under the same account that is linked to the phone.
3. Put Redmi 7A into Fastboot mode: Turn off the device, then press Volume Down + Power before the hare logo appears in the hat.
4. Connect your phone to your PC through USB-Cable (preferably original). In Mi Unlock Tool, press Unlock.
5. If you see a message called Couldn't unlock. Try again after XX hours, your account hasn't been verified yet.

Once successfully unlocked, the phone will automatically reset to factory settings. That's fine, because Xiaomi protects against unauthorized access. Don't try to interrupt the process!

TWRP Recovery: What to Choose for Redmi 7A

Once the bootloader is unlocked, the next step is to install a custom TWRP recavator. There are several builds for Redmi 7A (codenamed pine), but not all of them are stable. The official version from TeamWin often does not support data encryption, so we recommend using a modified build from the developer yrs:kang (available on the XDA Developers forum).

Download the latest image TWRP for pine (e.g. for pine, twrp-3.7.0_9-pine-mauronofrio.img) And save it in the folder with ADB/Fastboot. Then execute the commands:

fastboot flash recovery twrp-3.7.0_9-pine-mauronofrio.img


fastboot boot twrp-3.7.0_9-pine-mauronofrio.img

The phone will then reboot to TWRP. Important: don't reboot to the system immediately after installation! First, you need to flash Magisk, otherwise the standard recaveri will overwrite TWRP.

• 🔧 Problem: TWRP Solution: This means that the data is encrypted. You need to format the data partition (all data will be erased!).
• 📱 Problem: After installation TWRP The phone loads into Fastboot. Solution: Re-check. TWRP, Then, immediately run Magisk without restarting.
• ⚡ Problem: TWRP Solution: Go to Mount and manually connect the Data partition.

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If TWRP If you don’t want to install, try flashing OrangeFox Recovery first, an alternative recovery with better support. MIUI. You can download it on the official website (select the Redmi model). 7A/pine).

Magisk Installation: How to Get Root Rights Without Losing SafetyNet

Magisk is a universal root-rights tool that bypasses SafetyNet (necessary for banking applications) and the latest stable version as of 2026 is Magisk v26.4. Only download it from the official repository on GitHub to avoid infected builds.

Installation instructions:

1. Download the Magisk-v26.4.zip file and save it to your phone or flash drive.
2. Boot to TWRP (hold Volume Up + Power when turned on).
3. In TWRP, select Install, find the Magisk-v26.4.zip file and confirm the installation.
4. After completion, press Reboot System.

The first download after installing Magisk can take up to 10 minutes — that’s fine. Once you start the system, install the Magisk Manager app (download the APK from GitHub) and check the root status in the Superuser section.

⚠️ Note: If after installing Magisk, banking applications (Sberbank, Tinkoff) stop working, you need to activate the Universal SafetyNet Fix module. Download it through Magisk Manager in the Modules section and restart the phone.

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Use only Magisk v26.4 or later – older versions do not pass SafetyNet on MIUI 14 and do not support the Android 12+ kernel.

What to do after rooting: setup and security

Now you have full control of the Redmi 7A, but with great power comes great responsibility. The first thing you have to do is turn off automatic MIUI updates, otherwise the system can overwrite TWRP with standard recaps.

1. Install the Disable MIUI OTA Updates module via Magisk Manager.
2. Or manually uninstall the com.miui.updaters app via Root Explorer.

To improve safety:

• 🛡️ Install MagiskHide Props Config to hide root from certain applications.
• 🔄 Update Magisk and modules regularly through Magisk Manager.
• 📴 Create a backup of the boot and recovery section through TWRP (fault-proof).

If you plan to install custom firmware (like LineageOS or Pixel Experience), please note that Redmi 7A only has informal builds available. Their stability depends on the developer – be sure to read reviews on XDA or 4PDA forums before installing.

Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

Even experienced users sometimes make mistakes when rooting Redmi 7A. Here are the most common ones and ways to prevent them:

If the phone turns into a brick (it doesn't turn on, it's stuck on the Mi logo), don't panic. In 90% of cases, it can be restored:

1. Download the official firmware for Redmi 7A (for example, pine_global_images_V12.5.1.0.QCMMIXM_20210310.0000.00_10.0_global).
2. Sweat it through the Mi Flash Tool in clean all mode.
3. If the phone is not identified by the PC, try using it. EDL-Mode (requires an authorized Xiaomi account).

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If after rooting the phone stopped seeing SIM-Check the cards, see if they're gone. IMEI. You can restore it via the engineering menu (#4636##) or the Chimera Tool (paid).

FAQ: Answers to Frequent Questions