Update (Dec 10th, 2016): Official TWRP recovery build 3.0.2-0 now available for the ZTE Axon 7 (A2017U) now available. Download link updated.

With bootloader unlocking now supported on ZTE Axon 7, it isn’t surprising to see TWRP recovery landing on the device.

Only days after ZTE announced bootloader unlocking support to ZTE Axon 7 and Axon Pro, an unofficial build of TWRP recovery 3.0.2-0 is now available for the Axon 7. You can use it to get root via SuperSU zip, install custom ROMs, Xposed and various other MODs found on XDA.

This TWRP recovery is for the ZTE Axon 7 A2017U model number only. If you’ve an Axon 7 with different model, do not try to install this TWRP recovery build image.

[icon name=”download” class=”” unprefixed_class=””] Download ZTE Axon 7 TWRP recovery (official)

How to Install TWRP recovery and Root ZTE Axon 7

  1. Unlock bootloader on your ZTE Axon 7.
  2. Download and save the ZTE Axon 7 TWRP recovery .img file to your PC and install it via Fastboot on your device. For help, use the link below:
    └ How to Install TWRP Recovery via Fastboot.
  3. Once TWRP is installed, boot your Axon 7 into recovery mode and flash SuperSU zip to get root access. Follow the link below to get the latest SuperSU zip and detailed instructions to install/flash SuperSU:
    └ How to Flash SuperSU zip from TWRP Recovery.

That’s all. To verify root access, download/install any root checker app from the Play Store.

Happy Androiding!