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How to Root Huawei Ascend Y201 Pro

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How to Root Huawei Ascend Y201 Pro

Rooting your Huawei Ascend Y201 Pro gives you full administrative control over the Android system, letting you remove bloatware, install custom kernels, use root-only apps, and even flash custom ROMs. This guide walks you through the entire process using a reliable, PC-based method. Before you start, back up all important data, charge your phone to at least 70%, and enable USB debugging in Developer Options (tap Build Number seven times under Settings > About Phone to unlock it).

What You’ll Need

  • Huawei Ascend Y201 Pro with at least 70% battery
  • A Windows PC (Windows 7 or newer)
  • Original USB data cable
  • Huawei USB drivers installed on your PC (download from Huawei’s official support site)
  • Rooting software: Kingo Root (Windows version) or SuperOneClick – both are free and widely used for this model
  • Backup of your personal data (contacts, photos, etc.)

Step-by-Step

  1. Enable USB Debugging: On your phone, go to Settings > Developer Options and tick USB Debugging. If Developer Options is hidden, go to Settings > About Phone and tap Build Number seven times.
  2. Install USB Drivers: On your PC, download and install the Huawei USB drivers. Reboot your PC after installation to ensure they load correctly.
  3. Download Rooting Tool: Download Kingo Root (or SuperOneClick) to your PC. Extract the ZIP file if needed.
  4. Connect Phone to PC: Use the USB cable to connect your phone to the PC. When prompted on the phone, select Charge only or File Transfer – either works. Accept any driver installation prompts on the PC.
  5. Launch the Rooting Tool: Open Kingo Root as Administrator (right-click > Run as administrator). The software will detect your phone and display its model number.
  6. Start Rooting: Click the Root button. The tool will push a root exploit to your phone. This may take a few minutes. Do not disconnect the phone during this process.
  7. Wait for Reboot: When rooting completes, your phone will reboot automatically. If it doesn’t, manually reboot it after the tool says success.
  8. Verify Root: After reboot, check for the Superuser or KingoRoot app in your app drawer. Alternatively, install a root checker app from the Play Store to confirm root access.

Common Mistakes

  • Skipping USB Debugging: Without it, the PC cannot communicate with the phone’s system, and the root tool will fail.
  • Using a faulty USB cable: Some cables only charge and don’t transfer data. Always use the original cable or a known good data cable.
  • Not installing drivers: If the PC doesn’t recognize the phone, the root tool won’t work. Reinstall drivers and try a different USB port.
  • Interrupting the process: Unplugging the phone or closing the tool mid-root can brick the device. Be patient.
  • Ignoring battery level: If the phone dies during rooting, it could become unresponsive. Charge fully before starting.

Tips

  • Use a dedicated, stable USB port (preferably on the back of your PC) to avoid connection drops.
  • Disable antivirus or firewall temporarily – they may block the root tool from sending files to your phone.
  • After rooting, install a root management app like SuperSU to control which apps get root permission.
  • Make a full backup using Huawei’s HiSuite or a custom recovery before rooting, so you can restore if something goes wrong.
  • If the first attempt fails, try a different rooting tool (e.g., SuperOneClick) – compatibility varies.

Troubleshooting

Phone not detected by PC: Reinstall USB drivers, try a different cable, and ensure USB Debugging is enabled. On Windows, check Device Manager for any yellow exclamation marks and update the driver manually.

Root tool stuck at 30% or similar: This usually indicates a communication issue. Disconnect, reboot both phone and PC, and try again. Sometimes switching to a different USB port helps.

Root failed error message: Try another rooting tool. SuperOneClick is a good alternative for older devices like the Y201 Pro. Also, make sure your phone’s battery is above 70%.

Phone boot loops after rooting: This is rare but possible. If it happens, perform a factory reset from recovery mode (Power + Volume Up). If that fails, you may need to reflash the stock ROM using Huawei’s official flashing tool – this will unroot the phone.

Root checker says no root: Re-run the rooting process. Sometimes the exploit doesn’t stick on the first attempt. Also, ensure the Superuser app is installed and updated.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will rooting void my warranty?

Yes, rooting typically voids the manufacturer’s warranty. However, you can often unroot by reflashing the stock ROM, which may restore warranty status.

Can I unroot after rooting?

Yes. You can use the same Kingo Root tool to unroot, or flash the stock firmware using Huawei’s update tool. Unrooting removes all root-related files.

Will rooting erase my data?

Rooting itself usually does not erase data, but the process can sometimes cause a factory reset. Always back up before starting.

Is rooting safe?

Rooting is generally safe if you follow instructions carefully. The main risks are bricking the device if the process is interrupted or if you use an incompatible tool.

Can I get OTA updates after rooting?

Usually not, because rooting modifies the system partition. OTA updates may fail or remove root. You’ll need to unroot to receive updates, or flash custom ROMs manually.

What are the benefits of rooting?

You can remove pre-installed bloatware, overclock the CPU, use apps that require root (like Titanium Backup), block ads system-wide, and install custom ROMs for a newer Android version.

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