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How to Root LG L60: Full Step-by-Step Guide

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How to Root LG L60: Full Step-by-Step Guide

Rooting your LG L60 gives you full administrative control over the Android operating system, allowing you to remove bloatware, install custom ROMs, use root-only apps, and tweak system settings that are otherwise locked. This guide walks you through the entire process safely, using a reliable PC-based method. Before you start, back up all important data, ensure your phone has at least 70% battery, and enable USB debugging from the Developer Options menu (go to Settings → About Phone → tap Build Number 7 times, then back to Settings → Developer Options → USB Debugging).

What You’ll Need

  • LG L60 smartphone (any variant: D290, D295, etc.)
  • A Windows PC (Windows 7, 8, 10, or 11)
  • Original USB cable for your LG L60
  • LG USB drivers installed on your PC (download from LG official website or use the one bundled with LG Bridge)
  • Rooting software: KingoRoot (Windows version) or LG One Click Root (both free and widely used)
  • Optional but recommended: a custom recovery like TWRP (Team Win Recovery Project) for future ROM flashing

Step-by-Step

  1. Prepare your phone: Go to Settings → About Phone → tap “Build Number” 7 times until “You are now a developer!” appears. Then go to Settings → Developer Options and enable “USB Debugging” and “Stay Awake” (so the screen doesn’t sleep during the process).
  2. Install LG USB drivers on your PC: Download the latest LG USB driver from LG’s official website or use the driver that comes with LG Bridge software. Install it and restart your PC if prompted.
  3. Download KingoRoot (Windows version): Go to the official KingoRoot website and download the Windows version. Extract the ZIP file to a folder on your desktop.
  4. Connect your LG L60 to your PC: Use the original USB cable and connect your phone to the PC. If Windows asks for driver installation, allow it. Your phone may show a pop-up asking to allow USB debugging – check “Always allow from this computer” and tap OK.
  5. Run KingoRoot as Administrator: Right-click on the KingoRoot .exe file and select “Run as administrator”. The program will detect your phone automatically. If it doesn’t, try a different USB port or reinstall the drivers.
  6. Click the “Root” button: Once your device is recognized, you’ll see a green “Root” button on the KingoRoot interface. Click it and wait. The process may take 5-10 minutes. Your phone will restart several times – this is normal.
  7. Wait for the success message: When the process finishes, KingoRoot will display “Root Succeeded”. Your phone will reboot one final time.
  8. Verify root access: After reboot, install a root checker app from the Google Play Store (e.g., “Root Checker”) and run it. It should confirm that root access is properly granted.
  9. Optional – Install TWRP recovery: If you want to flash custom ROMs, download TWRP for LG L60 from the official TWRP site. Use the command line tool `fastboot` to flash it: reboot your phone into bootloader mode (turn off, then hold Volume Down + Power), connect to PC, and run `fastboot flash recovery twrp.img`. Then reboot into recovery to verify.

Common Mistakes

  • Skipping USB debugging: Without USB debugging enabled, the PC cannot communicate properly with the phone, and the root process will fail.
  • Using a faulty or non-original USB cable: Some third-party cables only charge and don’t transfer data. Always use the cable that came with the phone.
  • Interrupting the process: Unplugging the phone or closing KingoRoot mid-root can brick your device. Be patient and wait for the success message.
  • Not installing LG drivers: Windows may show a generic driver, but KingoRoot needs the specific LG driver to communicate correctly.
  • Rooting with a locked bootloader: Some LG L60 variants have a locked bootloader. If KingoRoot fails, you may need to unlock the bootloader first via LG’s official unlock site (if available for your variant).

Tips

  • Backup everything: Before rooting, use LG Backup or a third-party app to save contacts, messages, and media. Rooting can sometimes wipe data, though KingoRoot usually preserves it.
  • Charge your phone: Ensure your battery is above 70% to avoid shutdown during the process, which could cause a brick.
  • Use a stable internet connection: KingoRoot may download additional files during the process, so a stable connection is essential.
  • Read your phone’s variant: Different LG L60 models (D290, D295, etc.) may have different firmware. Check your exact model in Settings → About Phone and search for any specific instructions for that variant.
  • Consider custom ROMs: After rooting, you can install a lightweight custom ROM like LineageOS to improve performance and get newer Android versions.

Troubleshooting

  • KingoRoot doesn’t detect the phone: Try a different USB port (preferably USB 2.0), reinstall LG drivers, and restart both PC and phone. Also, check if your phone’s screen shows “USB debugging connected” – if not, re-enable it.
  • Root process fails with an error: Disable antivirus software temporarily, as it may interfere with KingoRoot. Also, ensure you’re running KingoRoot as administrator.
  • Phone stuck in boot loop after rooting: This is rare but can happen. Try booting into recovery mode (Volume Down + Power) and wipe cache partition. If that fails, you may need to restore your stock firmware using LG Bridge’s “Update Recovery” feature or flash the stock KDZ file via LG Flash Tool.
  • Root checker says “not properly rooted”: Re-run KingoRoot once more. If it still fails, try an alternative method like using the “LG One Click Root” script (requires ADB and fastboot).
  • USB debugging option missing: If you don’t see Developer Options, you haven’t tapped Build Number 7 times. Go back and do that.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will rooting my LG L60 void its warranty?

Yes, rooting typically voids the manufacturer’s warranty. However, you can unroot later by flashing the stock firmware, which may restore the warranty status (though some manufacturers can detect that the bootloader was unlocked).

Can I still receive OTA updates after rooting?

Usually not. Rooted devices often fail to install over-the-air updates because the system partition is modified. You’ll need to manually flash updates or use custom ROMs that provide updates.

Is it safe to root my LG L60?

Rooting itself is safe if you follow the instructions carefully. The main risks are data loss, bricking the device (if you interrupt the process), and security vulnerabilities from granting root access to malicious apps. Always download apps from trusted sources.

What is the best rooting method for LG L60?

KingoRoot is the most user-friendly for beginners. For advanced users, using ADB and fastboot with a custom recovery is more reliable and gives more control, but requires technical knowledge.

Can I unroot my LG L60 after rooting?

Yes, you can unroot by using the “Remove Root” feature in KingoRoot, or by flashing the stock firmware using LG Bridge or LG Flash Tool. This will also restore the warranty (if the bootloader wasn’t permanently unlocked).

Will rooting improve my phone’s performance?

Rooting itself doesn’t directly improve performance, but it allows you to install apps like Greenify (to hibernate background apps), overclock the CPU, or install custom ROMs that are lighter and faster than the stock firmware.

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