Rooting your Kindle Fire gives you unrestricted access to the tablet’s system files, enabling advanced customization and app installations. This process, which can void your warranty, requires a Windows PC and USB cord.
Before starting, ensure you have a Windows PC, a USB cable, and the Amazon Fire 5th Gen Super Tool. It is also crucial to back up any important files, such as photos and videos, as rooting may potentially erase data.
Rooting carries several risks, including “bricking” your device, increased susceptibility to viruses, and potential performance issues. Proceed with caution, understanding that this process may void your warranty.
The following step-by-step guide outlines the necessary settings adjustments and software installations to root your Kindle Fire.
First, open the Settings menu by swiping down from the top and tapping the cog icon. Then, tap Device Options underneath the Device header. Next, tap Serial Number repeatedly until Developer Options appears, and then tap Developer Options. Toggle on Enable ADB, and confirm by tapping Enable in the pop-up menu.
Return to the Settings menu and tap Security & Privacy underneath the Personal header. Toggle on Apps from Unknown Sources to allow downloads from outside the Amazon app store. Connect your Kindle Fire to your computer using the USB cable. If your Windows computer doesn’t recognize the device, you may need to install the driver or Android Studio.
Download the Amazon Fire 5th Gen Super Tool (a ZIP file) from the specified link on your computer. Extract the ZIP file contents to an accessible location, such as your desktop. Open the file named 1-Amazon-Fire-5th-gen.bat, ensuring it is the file prefixed with “1.” This will launch a tool similar to Command Prompt.
Type the number corresponding to your desired action and press Enter. For example, type 2 to install Google Play Store or type 6 to start the root process. Leave your Kindle Fire connected until the process is complete. Once finished, disconnect the device and restart it to finalize rooting.
Be aware that Amazon OTA updates can unroot your device, requiring you to repeat this process if necessary.
After successfully rooting your Kindle Fire, you gain complete administrative control over the operating system. You can now explore new capabilities, such as installing custom launchers or removing pre-installed bloatware. However, maintaining a rooted device requires caution, including avoiding unverified APK files to minimize virus risks.
Additionally, be mindful that system updates from Amazon may remove root access, necessitating re-application of the root method. Consider installing a custom recovery or firewall app to better manage permissions and protect your device from malware.
