How to Install TWRP and Root Moto Z (griffin) using SuperSU or Magisk

While it’s taking Motorola some time to release Moto Z to every region it was supposed to launch in, it seems like folks over at TeamWin took it pretty quick comparatively to release the official builds of TWRP recovery for the Moto Z.

For the unknown, TWRP recovery is a custom recovery for Android devices that let’s you do full nandroid backup/restore of a device. And if you’re into custom stuffs like ROMs, MODs, etc., TWRP let’s you flash/install unsigned zips as well.

Also, getting root on Moto Z is a piece of cake now with the release of official TWRP recovery build for the device. All you need to do to root Moto Z is install TWRP recovery and then flash/install SuperSU zip from the recovery. Or if you’d like to play Pokemon Go and use Android Pay while rooted, then get root via Magisk systemless interface instead of SuperSU and you’ll be able to bypass safetynet check, thanks to Magisk’s ability to disable root on-the-fly when needed.

How to Install Moto Z TWRP Recovery and Get Root

[icon name=”download” class=”” unprefixed_class=””] Download Moto Z TWRP Recovery (.img)

1. Unlock bootloader on your Moto Z.
2. Install/flash TWRP recovery .img via Fastboot.
3. Once you’ve TWRP recovery installed, take a full nandroid backup of your device using TWRP’s Backup option.
4. Get root access: There are two ways you can root Moto Z. Read the descriptions of both carefully before you decide.
   1. SuperSU zip – If you just want root access and want it quick without workarounds to Safetynet to be able to use Android Pay or play Pokemon Go while rooted. Then getting root via SuperSU zip would serve the purpose. Follow the link below for detailed step-by-step guide.
      [icon name=”hand-o-right” class=”” unprefixed_class=””] How to Flash SuperSU zip and get Root on any Android device
   2. Magisk systemless interface (recommended) – Getting root via Magisk systemless interface means you can disable root access on-the-fly when needed. This is particularly useful for apps that don’t work when your Android phone is rooted. Follow the link below for a detailed guide to get root with Magisk.
      [icon name=”hand-o-right” class=”” unprefixed_class=””] How to Get Root with Magisk Systemless Interface

That’s all. Have fun with TWRP and root access now available for the Moto Z.

Happy Androiding!

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