UN1CA ROM has been spreading like wildfire and is gathering quite a crowd of users who want the custom ROMs’ enhanced functionality but at the same time they wouldn’t want to give up the polished UI and stability of Samsung’s One UI. One of the safest and most effective ways of rooting this ROM without having to give up apps that are sensitive to safety-net, is through KernelSU and SUSFS. This detailed tutorial will lead you step by step on how to root UN1CA ROM on Samsung devices supported with surgical precision.
📱 Supported Devices for KernelSU on UN1CA
KernelSU has been built and fine-tuned for a lot of the Samsung gadgets. The builds that are currently supported for UN1CA users are listed here below:
- ksu-a52s (Galaxy A52s)
- ksu-a71 (Galaxy A71)
- ksu-a73 (Galaxy A73)
- ksu-m52 (Galaxy M52)
- ksu-r8q (Galaxy R8Q)
- ksu-s22u (Galaxy S22 Ultra)
- ksu-sm7125 (Snapdragon 7125-based devices)
If going through the motions of KernelSU, make sure that the kernel you have is that which will work on your particular model and that it is the one that will be installed to avoid getting into a bootloop or brick situations.
⚠️ Pre-Rooting Precautions
- Make a full NANDroid backup using recovery (TWRP or OrangeFox are the most recommended).
- Charge your device to not less than 70% battery.
- Enable USB Debugging:
- Settings > Developer options > USB Debugging
- For faster and error-free transfers, use a good USB cable and a USB 3.0 port.
🔧 Rooting UN1CA ROM Using KernelSU and SUSFS
Step 1: Download the Required Files
- KernelSU ZIP for your device only (see KernelSU Releases)
- SUSFS Module ZIP: SUSFS GitHub
- Platform Tools: Official Android SDK Platform Tools
Save all the downloaded files in one folder on your computer for easy access.
Step 2: Boot into Recovery Mode via ADB
Use a USB cable to connect your device to the computer, open Command Prompt in the platform-tools folder and run:
adb devices
adb reboot recovery
If your device is shown in the first command, continue.
Step 3: Flash KernelSU ZIP in Recovery
In case your internal storage is encrypted, use the command below to send the file to /data directory:
adb push kernel.zip /data
Then, from your recovery:
- Go to Mount > Data
- Choose Install > data > kernel.zip
- Swipe to confirm flash
System:
Reboot > System
Step 4: Install KernelSU Manager App
Upon restart:
- Download and install the newest KernelSU Next APK.
- Launch the app and perform a root status check. The result should be Root Access: Granted.
Step 5: Install SUSFS Module via KernelSU
- Launch KernelSU > On the Modules tab
- Press Install Module
- Locate the SUSFS module ZIP file.
- Press OK and Reboot
Step 6: Configure SUSFS Settings for Advanced Customization
Upon restart:
- Navigate to KernelSU > Modules > SUSFS > Custom Settings
- Change system flags, overlay settings, and file permissions according to your requirements.
SUSFS enables you to manage SELinux contexts, overlays, and system directories freedom, at the same time it is a root bypass for many root detection.
🧠 Troubleshooting and Tips
Device Not Recognized by ADB?
- Make sure that drivers are installed correctly
- Try running adb kill-server && adb start-server
- Change USB port or cable
Bootloop After Kernel Flash?
- Check if the kernel is supported version for your device
- Using recovery, restore previous NANDroid backup if available
SUSFS Module Fails to Load?
- Go into recovery and re-flash KernelSU
- Check if the SUSFS ZIP file is OK
🔐 Root Benefits with KernelSU + SUSFS on UN1CA ROM
- Root Detection Bypass: Bank and critical apps can still be used without any problems
- Enhanced Performance Tweaks: Get to a more precise CPU, GPU, I/O and memory management
- App-Specific Root Control: Turn on or off root for a particular app
- Persistent Root: Survive even after OTA updates if boot partition remains unchanged
📝 Conclusion
KernelSU and SUSFS are really good sitting technologies, and by utilizing these you have definitely reached the very core of the UN1CA ROM without any issues of stability or functionality. This mix is like the best of two worlds—advanced system access which is barely noticeable by sensitive apps.
For those who are really deep into their work with technology and require the highest level of control with the least interference, KernelSU and SUSFS on UN1CA ROM is unquestionably the best option.