LineageOS
The most established community-built version of Android β a clean, open-source replacement for the software your phone shipped with.
What is LineageOS?
LineageOS is a free, open-source operating system for phones and tablets, built on the Android Open Source Project (AOSP). It is the community successor to CyanogenMod, the original mass-market custom ROM. Official builds are per-device, and each supported device has its own installation guide on the LineageOS wiki.
Why people install it
The three classic reasons: keeping a phone on current Android releases long after its maker has stopped shipping updates; a cleaner system without manufacturer or carrier bloatware; and extra privacy and customization controls built into the OS itself.
LineageOS and root
LineageOS does not ship with root access. Rooting a device running LineageOS follows the same paths as on stock Android β most commonlyMagisk or a kernel-based method such asKernelSU.
Before you flash
Installing a custom OS requires an unlocked bootloader, and the process typically erases all data on the device β back up anything you want to keep first. Use only official builds and the device-specific instructions on lineageos.org; a build made for a different model can leave the device unbootable. Knowing your exact device and bootloader state is step one β our free browser-based scan reports both over USB.
Official links
- lineageos.orgβ official site, downloads, and news
- wiki.lineageos.orgβ per-device support list and installation guides
This page is an independent, unofficial overview of LineageOS, which is developed bythe LineageOS project. Root My Android is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the LineageOS project. Android is a trademark of Google LLC. All other product names, logos, and brands mentioned are the property of their respective owners and are referenced here for identification and informational purposes only.
