MakoSU is a downstream kernel root manager for GKI 2.0 Android devices based on SukiSU Ultra. It provides reliable root access management, accurate KMI matching, SuSFS configuration stability, and recovery-focused maintenance tools for Android 12 through 16 with kernel versions 5.10 to 6.12.

When testing MakoSU on GKI devices, I found that its KMI-aware matching prevents mismatched kernel module loads that usually lead to boot loops. The cross-process locks and atomic saving for SuSFS eliminate config corruption, giving you a far more stable root environment compared to standard forks.

Core Features

KMI-aware matching reads full Android kernel module interface strings to prevent loading incompatible kernelsu.ko builds.
SuSFS reliability fixes introduce cross-process locking and atomic saving to stop configuration corruption during root reads.
Unified release contracts align the Manager package name, APK certificate, and kernel verification data under a single identity.
Complete maintenance tools handle permission management, LKM, KPM, modules, and direct boot image flashing routines.

Support & Requirements

Root Solution: KernelSU / GKI 2.0 (LKM & KPM support)
Android Versions: Android 12 to Android 16 (Manager app requires Android 8.0+)
Kernel Compatibility: 5.10, 5.15, 6.1, 6.6, and 6.12

How to Install

Download matching APK and KMI packages directly from the official GitHub Releases page.
Back up your stock boot image via Fastboot or Recovery before making any modifications.
Install the MakoSU Manager APK and flash the target KMI package using the app or custom recovery.