Editorial, Safety & Security Policy
Magisk Hub is an open directory and knowledge hub cataloging community-maintained root modules. Because rooting grants deep system privileges, we uphold strict standards for repository indexing, release asset integrity, and user transparency.
1. Automated Module Verification Pipeline
Every module listed on Magisk Hub is tracked against an open-source JSON specification (modules/schema.json) adhering to JSON Schema Draft-07. Our continuous synchronization pipeline enforces the following validation gates before any package enters the directory:
- Public Source Repository: All indexed modules must link to public, inspectable git repositories (predominantly GitHub). Proprietary or obfuscated binary-only repositories are not accepted.
- Verified Release Assets: Download links point directly to official GitHub releases published by repository maintainers. Assets are never re-hosted on third-party servers.
- Compatibility Tagging: Supported root implementations (Magisk, KernelSU, APatch) are audited against maintainer manifests to prevent cross-platform installation errors.
2. Root Safety & Bootloop Prevention Guidelines
Systemless root modules modify runtime behavior by overlaying files or hooking Zygote processes. Flashing poorly configured modules can induce bootloops. We advise users to observe the following safeguards:
Emergency Rescue Protocol
If your device fails to boot after flashing a module, you can disable modules without losing data:
- Boot into Safe Mode (press and hold Volume Down during startup) to disable all third-party modules.
- In TWRP/OrangeFox recovery, open the file manager and navigate to
/data/adb/modules/to delete the offending module folder. - Use
touch /data/adb/modules/.disable_magiskvia custom recovery terminal.
3. Malware & Integrity Disclosures
While Magisk Hub validates repository metadata, upstream releases are authored by independent community developers. Granting root access to any module allows arbitrary code execution. Users should:
- Inspect repository commit history and maintainer reputation prior to flashing.
- Review module source files, specifically
customize.shandservice.sh. - Avoid installing untrusted modules requesting elevated network or keystore permissions.
4. Takedown & Incident Reporting Procedures
If you discover a malicious module, compromised release asset, or trademark infringement in our directory, submit an incident report immediately:
Open a high-priority issue on our GitHub Issue Tracker with the prefix [SECURITY] or submit a pull request removing the module JSON from modules/. Malicious entries are purged from the live index upon verification.