Samsung Galaxy S5, that name brings the record for Samsung Galaxy Flagships. S4 is a Good phone, But Samsung S5 set a record in Samsung devices sales. Some of the users still use this phone, because this ticks all the checkbox for a good mobile. Even Last year it received security patch updates. But the problem is 2GB RAM with some Bloatware. And Verizon devices are hard to root because of locked Bootloaders. But if you follow below steps carefully, we can achieve this. We separate the steps into two categories based on your CID value.
Why should you Root Samsung Galaxy S5?
You can’t survive in 2019 with just 2 GB RAM if you still use this device. With this 2 GB RAM, There is a lot of bloatware occupied this RAM. If you get rid of this bloatware, you can free up to 0.5-0.8 GB RAM. You can also use some Lite weight ROM with versions Up to Nougat.
How to Root Samsung Galaxy S5 Verizon? (SM-G900V)
Samsung Galaxy S5 Verizon device comes with a locked bootloader. This means that the smartphone can’t be easily rooted. Also, the device can’t accept to install TWRP recovery or any other custom recovery file/app alike directly using ODIN Flash.
TWRP recovery is a custom recovery file which must be installed on Samsung Galaxy devices because you can root them successfully. In this article, we explained the easiest method to follow and install TWRP recovery on the Samsung Galaxy S5. However, the tool required for rooting this device is the SuperSu Beta App.
With the help of TWRP Recovery, you can quickly flash the latest version of SuperSu into your S5 to gain root access. Before sharing the tutorial, you may want to know that, with the TWRP recovery present on your device, you can easily install any custom ROM or firmware. Does it seem complicated? Relax, everything will be explained succinctly in bullets.
Things to check out for;
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Check your device model number.
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Make sure your device battery is charged above 50%
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Backup your current files and data, just in case (save them on external storage).
- There are Two Scenarios Before We go to Root Your Mobile.
- Download CID Checker.
- Open app If you Will Get 15, You can Select Method 1 and Do Normal Steps.
- If you get 11 You have to Choose Method 2; the steps are same you have to choose different files.
Pre-Requirement Steps
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Enable USB Debugging Mode and OEM Unlock on your mobile. To do this; go to settings >>> about >>> Tap on the “Build Number” 7-10 times consistently to enable “Developer Options,” then go to the “Developer Options” and enable USB Debugging Mode and OEM Unlock. There is no complicated process in the Samsung Galaxy S5.
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Download and install the Samsung USB driver to your computer system.
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Also, download the ODIN software. Select above Oreo version in the ODIN list. Install ODIN on your PC.
- Download SuperSu.apk (Download Latest version), Download Apex Launcher, Towel root (Direct Mirror), BusyBox and Safestrap Copy it to Your External SD Card. Don’t install anything Before below process.
Method 1-If you Get CID 15
- Download EMMC_15_Root_Booloader_Unlock S5_QB2_PB1.zip and EMMC_15_SafeStrap_QL1_6_0_1_MM_Bootloader_Unlock_AIO.zip, EMMC_15_VZW_QB2_STOCK_MAGISK_ROOT.zip, Copy it to Your Mobile and Extract the Files in Your Mobile External SD Card.
- Download COMBINATION_VZW_FA44_G900VVRU2APA1_VZW2APA1_257265 6_REV00_user_mid_noship_MULTI_CERT.tar.md5 and copy this file to your PC.
Flash Customized firmware using ODIN
- Connect your USB cable with PC. Switch off your device. Then, enter into Download mode. To do this; press and hold down the Volume Down + Home + Power buttons at the same time and connect your micro USB Cable.
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Press the Volume Up button to continue when you see the warning message.
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Now, connect the S5 mobile to the computer via USB cable.
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Launch the Odin app on your computer. If the device is detected by this app (Odin), it will show you a message that reads – added!!!
- However, if the device is not correctly connected to the PC, you won’t see this message. So, you have to check the USB cable if it is good and reconnect the device.
- After Getting Added Message Select AP/PDA Button then Browse for the COMBINATION_VZW_FA44_G900VVRU2APA1_VZW2APA1_257265 6_REV00_user_mid_noship_MULTI_CERT.tar.md5 file Select it. Tick the Auto-Reboot.
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Click on “Start”
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Once the file is loaded into the device, reboot your device. After the Reboot Follow Below Steps.
Install Apex Launcher, SuperSu, Safestrap, and Towelroot files in your Samsung Galaxy S5 (CID 15)
- After the reboot, you should first Install Apex Launcher.apk.
- After the Installation of the bove file Install SuperSu.apk, Safestrap.apk and BusyBox.apk, But Don’t open these files.
- Install a Towel root and Select make it Rain You Will Get Success.
- Now open SuperSu app and grand Super User permissions.
- Now open BusyBox app and grand Super User permissions using SuperSu App.
- After installing SuperSu, Open Safestrap and install recovery, After successful installation follows the below steps. If BusyBox is not running, It may not be installed correctly. Re-Run Busybox and reboot your mobile to install Safestrap correctly.
- If you installed Safestrap, then choose reboot to Safestrap recovery in the app.
- Now it Will Boot into Recovery Mode.
- Select Install and select EMMC_15_SafeStrap_QB2_6_0_1_MM_Bootloader_Unlock_A IO.zip.
- Now you have unlocked bootloader with TWRP Recovery.
- Return to Home of TWRP, Select Wipe->Advance Wipe->Select Dalvik Cache and System.
- Return to Home of TWRP select Install, Select EMMC_15_VZW_QB2_STOCK_MAGISK_ROOT.zip.
- After the Installation Reboot Your Mobile.
- Now You have rooted mobile with rooted firmware. Download Root checker to check your mobile status.
Method 2-If you Get CID 11
- Download EMMC_11_ Root S5_QB2_PB1.zip Extract the Files in Your Mobile SD Card. You will get two files in this downloaded zip file- EMMC_11_PB1_5_0_1_LL_Firmware_Bootloader.zip and EMMC_11_QB2_6_0_1_MM_Firmware_Bootloaders.zip. Download EMMC_11_PB1_LL_STOCK_SAFESTRAP_ONLY.zip and also copy this file to Mobile External SD Card.
- Download COMBINATION_VZW_FA44_G900VVRU2APA1_VZW2APA1_257265 6_REV00_user_mid_noship_MULTI_CERT.tar.md5.
Flash Custom Files using ODIN
- Connect your USB cable with PC. Switch off your device. Then, enter into Download mode. To do this; press and hold down the Volume Down + Home + Power buttons at the same time and connect your micro USB Cable.
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Press the Volume Up button to continue when you see the warning message.
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Now, connect the S5 mobile to the computer via USB cable.
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Launch the Odin app on your computer. If the device is detected by this app (Odin), it will show you a message that reads – added!!!
However, if the device is not correctly connected to the PC, you won’t see this message. So, you have to check the USB cable if it is good and reconnect the device.
- After Getting Added Message Select AP/PDA Button then Browse for the COMBINATION_VZW_FA44_G900VVRU2APA1_VZW2APA1_257265 6_REV00_user_mid_noship_MULTI_CERT.tar.md5 file Select it. Tick the Auto-Reboot. After the Reboot Follow Below Steps.
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Click on “Start”
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Once the file is loaded into the device, reboot your device.
Install Apex Launcher, SuperSu, Safestrap, and Towelroot files in your Samsung Galaxy S5 (CID 11)
- After the reboot, you should first Install Apex Launcher.apk.
- After the Installation of the bove file Install SuperSu.apk, Safestrap.apk and BusyBox.apk, But Don’t open these files.
- Install a Towel root and Select make it Rain You Will Get Success.
- Now open SuperSu app and grand Super User permissions.
- Now open BusyBox app and grand Super User permissions using SuperSu App.
- After installing SuperSu, Open Safestrap and install recovery, After successful installation follows the below steps. If BusyBox is not running, It may not be installed correctly. Re-Run Busybox and reboot your mobile to install Safestrap correctly.
- If you installed Safestrap, then choose reboot to Safestrap recovery in the app.
- Now it Will Boot into Recovery Mode.
- Select Install and select EMMC_11_PB1_LL_STOCK_SAFESTRAP_ONLY.zip.
- Now you have unlocked bootloader with TWRP Recovery.
- After the Installation Reboot Your Mobile.
- Now You have rooted mobile with rooted Lollipop firmware. Download Root checker to check your mobile status.
- If you want marshmallow rooted firmware, After this whole process, Download Flashify Apk and Install it in your mobile. Download your desired version of your mobile firmware. It should be a model number- G900V. Flash the firmware using flashify app. Now you have Marshmallow firmware with root access.
What More?
You should not Open APK Files after installed Before Towel Root Install. Care about every step. If you follow every step carefully, you can easily root your mobile. We Thank AptLogic– XDA Developer. He tried hard to bring success in this process. There may be some additional steps of flashing and installation when you compare with the Old Samsung mobile process. Because of the Verizon locked bootloaders, we don’t have other choices. If you face any problem in the above steps, comment below, we always happy to help you.
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I’m going to give this a try, but I’m not real confident. Especially since there is no OEM unlock option in the g900v’s developer options.
Enable USB Debugging.
The instructions leave out installing Busybox. It needs to be installed after Superuser but before Safestrap for Safestrap to work. Make sure it’s a good version of Busybox too, the one on Playstore works but I first tried one from another website and it didn’t. If you are using the CID 11 method check which version of Safestrap you’re using, there’s one for Verizon but I believe the one linked here is for an ATT phone.
I need help with this guide. I got to the final steps where it says to reboot to recovery, but it doesn’t load TWRP, just the stock regular recovery mode. I notice in the step where I run safestrap, it doesn’t show the state: not installed, even though it does says installation success. Now my phone is stuck in the Multi-cert OS. Thank you for your help
Did you flash correct modified firmware based on the checker value?
You have to install Towelroot and Choose to Make it RAIN, before opening Safestrap. We mentioned in the steps.
Yes I have done exactly as the steps listed. I have the 11 ID, so I downloaded the img from the 11 CID step:
COMBINATION_VZW_FA44_G900VVRU2APA1_VZW2APA1_257265 6_REV00_user_mid_noship_MULTI_CERT.tar.md5.
I also did run towelroot first, and it did have success, then I ran superSU and granted superuser permission, then I ran safestrap, but when I click install, it says” installation successful” but it still shows “state: not installed”
You have to do SuperSU, Busy Box, then SafeStrap.
Any updates?
Worked – To a certain extent. After all of this, my phone now boots to what looks like a testing OS. I have 5 icons on the screen, with a yellow info box superimposed over the icons. I can test CPU load, and every other function on the device and get a pass/fail result. Can’t make a call, or do anything else.
Now What?
Did you install via TWRP recovery?
Boot again into TWRP Recovery, Clear Cache partition.
I can’t get TWRP to install, the safestrap step is where I get stuck. I think it’s because there is no Busy box installed first. But since there is no google play store, I can’t install Busybox. How else can we install busybox without the google play store?
You can download busybox apk from the internet and install it manually. But first, the other problem I had was that the link for Safestrap in this article is for the ATT model (not VZW). Download Safestrap-KLTEVZW-NCG-3.75-B03.apk from xda and then install BusyBox, reinstall safestrap to VZW version. That got me into TWRP.
Do Selva’s instructions need to be revised to include installing BusyBox? If so, then where should that step go? Your comment is pretty recent so hopefully Selva will fix the AT&T – Verizon link.
I am almost a complete neophyte at rooting so really need idiot proof instructions 🙂
I am happy for your Interest in rooting. But, this method of rooting required multiple flashes. If I can categorize this rooting method, I will say Level 3. Since, you are a newbie in rooting, If your device is your regular daily device, I advise you to care when flashing. The decision is yours. Because during rooting, some adjustments may be needed. Root users know what they should do.
“Method 1 – If you Get CID 15 Download EMMC_11_ Root S5_QB2_PB1.zip” Um, isn’t the correct file: EMMC_15_Root_Bootloader_Unlock S5_QB2_PB1.zip
Thanks for the notification. Article updated with the Correct File.
Please! If you have the 11 CID Install BusyBox after trying to install TWRP.
Hope This Help You!
I’ve been getting the ‘android.process.media’ not working and google play not working errors repeatedly non stop. I’ve followed the steps – including the missing busybox step. Does anyone have a fix? I’ve been googling on my PC for info but nothing helpful other then I’m a noob at rooting.
Did you uninstall any system apps using Uninstaller?
If you uninstalled any system apps, flash firmware using Flashify app. If you flash the firmware using ODIN, you will lose root access.
bonjour a vous tous!
j’ai suivi attentivement et avec beaucoup de munitie toutes les étapes données mais en arrivant a celle finale, mon fameux s5 sm-g900v android 6.0.1 est figé sur le logo samsung ROM Custom. j’attend urgemment urgent votre aide pour finaliser la racine de mon galaxy s5.
merci
Le problème est que cette méthode implique beaucoup de flashing et d’installation d’applications. Donc, je vous conseille de répéter les étapes à nouveau. Désolé pour ça. Cependant, toute défaillance du microprogramme peut entraîner des problèmes. Si vous ne voulez pas root, vous pouvez mettre à jour le firmware à l’aide d’ODIN.
this model need unlok bootloader in 6.x version or 7.x version to root….. but in version 5.0 it’s work root perfect and easy with safestrap.
Lollipop version Rooting method is a piece of cake.
Two notifications keep popping up after i rooted the phone, both keep popping up with error messages about google, I’m continuing the comment I see in the posts but I haven’t uninstalled any of the apps. I can’t even open the play store, plz help
“Unfortunately, the process android.process.media has stopped”. thats the one I always see, the play store just stops as I open it.
Did you Uninstall Any System App using Uninstaller?
I’ve got this covered but you could you help me figure out how to install magisk on this rooted phone? When I try and install it it won’t work and when I go back into twrp recovery and in the instructions I “clear cache” it reboots my phone and leaves it blank I did it twice and it bricked my phone, I had to reset it to its stock firmware. Any help thnx! my twrp version is (v2.7.1.0)
The link to the “COMBINATION_VZW…” file clicks into Android File Host, but the file will not download. Other file works fine.
Ok – my fault. The file has finally downloaded. It gave a “failed” error during my initial dozen attempts. Please disregard prior alert.
Thank you for the Information. If you have any issues, you can comment here. We are happy to help you..Have a great day.:)
It’s rooted! Thanks but how do I install a custom rom aka Android 8 or 9 and also the same thing pops up to I didn’t uninstall anything I want to fix the google pop-ups.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2760733
This will fix the google play store, and media pop-ups take a while to find online but make it easier for you guys now I’m going to find how to install a custom rom.
Regarding Pop-Ups, you already find the solution. Coming to Custom ROM, It is better to use Official Custom ROM, Instead of Unofficial Features. In Unofficial, it may have some bugs. There is only one Official Custom ROM currently available. Lineage OS 16.0 based on Pie 9.0 ROM. Search for “klte” S5 version of Lineage OS. For steps, you can refer below post.
https://www.androidinfotech.com/samsung-galaxy-s5-plus-sm-g901f-lineage-os-16/
For anyone with a Samsung S5 from Verizon you’ll need to download “Safestrap-KLTEVZW-NCG-3.75-B03.apk” instead of the linked version which is specific for AT&T phones. Thought it was worth repeating…
Also, after installing SuperSu, open BusyBox, and click Install. Then open Safestrap and click Install Recovery and it will install correctly. If you follow the procedure as written, the popup will say it installed successfully, but the app will still say “Not Installed.”
Thank you for the Detail. We updated with Respective Verizon file APK.
Hello, I am new, and I did this it downgraded my phone and put me in factory mode and don’t have play store or any media.
Check with Root checker app, If you Find successful Root message, Install Flashify app and Flash your firmware again. Don’t flash with ODIN; you will lose root access.
I downloaded all the files needed for eMMC 15; I can’t start the rooting because I can’t find the oem unlock option, but I know I saw it in developer options, back then, can anyone help me remotely.
Enable Developer Options by tapping 7-10 times, Build Number in About section in Settings. OEM Unlock aka USB Debugging is Same.
I Choose eMMC 15 Method 1 Steps.
Everything Works Great Until the “EMMC_15_SafeStrap_QB2_6_0_1_MM_Bootloader_Unlock_A IO.zip” Installation Step.
Now my mobile Says “CUSTOM BINARY BLOCKED BY REACTIVATION LOCK” AND “SECURE FAIL: RECOVERY”) cant enter using VOLup+HOME+POWER, I can only enter VOLdown+home+power.”
To Figure out with Simple steps, We Sorted your Query. You should only Install the EMMC_15_Root_Booloader_Unlock S5_QB2_PB1.zip. You can also Install the AIO.zip file. But, In this method, you can choose the first one. There is no need to Install other files after this process — no Worry about the Recovery File. We Accidentally added the extra line. There is no need to install files after the Last File Flash. There may be an Installation Order change in your Process. Restart the process from the beginning. You can root your mobile. This time contact me again If you face any issue.
So I have finished the rooting on my CID 11 sm g900v Verizon. But please can I install a custom rom like lineage os????
If you have root access and Custom Recovery, Yes you can Install Custom ROMs.
mine is CID 11 and i am using safestrap with it work??
Yes, you should Install Safestrap.
Hi Selva,
Thanks for the guide!
I’m working with CID 15.
It seemed to work … partially.
One thing not mentioned in the guide is if you add these files to your internal storage as specified early, they get wiped when you load the AP via Odin3. So it’s pointless to put these on the internal storage until after you flash the new OS.
On the step ‘Now open SuperSu.Apk and grand Super User permissions. When Opened SuperSu attempts to install it
– And fails. Luckily, the phone can be restarted.
I bypassed that. Then I clicked on SafeStrap and clicked install-recovery. They are not Installing.
When rebooting into recovery mode, There was a wipe cache partition – I did that. It worked, but can’t install ‘EMMC_15_Root_Booloader_Unlock S5_QB2_PB1.zip.’
‘Busybox Free has been granted superuser permissions,’ and the phone will vibrate periodically.
I think this guide is missing over some essential steps.
Also, the yellow text CPU stats overlay is on most screens in the OS, how does one turn this overlay off?
I should note that it would also be a good idea to add to this guide a section on how to get back to a Factory reset and restore the phone to its an original operational state.
Update:
The smart installation is only available to Pro Busybox users. I tried to install Busybox again by just clicking install, and it failed once again.
We short out your query.
As you know, Verizon devices root methods are always a bit complicated. If you miss anyone step or you skip any step. It will not work well. Thank you for a brief explanation and feedback. We try to Re-Write the post so that it can be beneficial and less confusing. You can use Samsung SmartSwitch or ODIN to flash the Stock firmware. Samsung SmartSwitch will work If you have Stock firmware. It will not work with the Custom ROM. You should flash the firmware and start from the beginning if you want to root again.
So to document my root journey today just for others who might try to use this guide:
I tried this guide, and was left with a developer version of Android 4.4.2 with a root that may or may not has worked.
I figured since the root may have worked, perhaps I could get a working Marshmallow without all the Samsung bloatware.
I used Odin, the Download reboot (Vol Down + Home + Power) and the AP upload with the md5 provided by firmware.mobi.
The flash failed from a reactivation lock.
I found this guide: https://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-galaxy-s5/general/how-to-how-to-completely-disable-t3796384
Then I used this guide: https://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-galaxy-s5/general/testers-required-easier-root-method-t3561529/post71202995#post71202995
Some of our friends reached us and told me that the steps are a little bit confusing. We Re-Write the whole article and made a lot of changes to provide the simplified version of this method. But, We can’t short the steps. As you know, Verizon devices have locked the bootloader; It always needs some additional steps to achieve root on your mobile.
I tried go flash lineage os is but it didn’t work.My device is S5 SMG900V CID 11 with safestrap installed
Thank you for creating such a comprehensive guide. I am rooted with everything working properly on Android 5.0.
Please include a step to boot into recovery and select “Wipe” (or factory reset) for people encountering the rapid-fire, “Unfortunately, the process android.process.media has stopped” issue.
I am on CID 11. Lineage OS is not unsupported to my knowledge. Do you know of any custom roms I can use on CID 11?
Thank you for your feedback. We will add your suggestion in the Troubleshoot section. Take Complete backup using Recovery and Flash “klte” Code name Lineage ROM.
Hi, thankyou, will this work for S5 sm-g900A (at&t), i got CID 11 for galaxy s5 at&t.
No, This method is for Verizon devices only.
Hi, as I tried every step, when I rebooted with safetrap I got the “System software not authorized by verizon….” I’ve have rooted successfully before, but I don’t know why I’m getting this message now.
Can you boot into OS? If you get this message When you Boot only, Flash the firmware using Flashify app. Don’t use ODIN method. You will lose root access.