While Magisk provides systemless root access, it does not "change" an IMEI on its own. Instead, it is typically used as a prerequisite to enable or to use specialized tools that interact with the device's hardware partitions. Common Methods for IMEI Repair (Root Required) Qualcomm Devices (Snapdragon)
Banking and security-sensitive apps may detect inconsistent identifiers, leading to account locks or boot loops.
Use a tool like Partitions Backup (needs root) to backup your EFS, Modem, and Modemst partitions to your SD card. 2. Using Magisk Modules (The Exclusive Method) change imei with magisk exclusive
The International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) is stored in highly secure, low-level partitions of a device's flash memory (such as the partition on Samsung/Exynos devices or encapsulated inside QCN calibration files on Qualcomm Snapdragon chips).
An IMEI is a 15-digit number hardcoded into your phone’s hardware during manufacturing. It is stored not in the Android OS (Android OS), but deep inside the , specifically in partitions like NVRAM (Non-Volatile Random Access Memory) or EFS (Encrypted File System) . This number is how carriers identify your device on their network. Without a valid IMEI, a phone is essentially a Wi-Fi-only tablet. While Magisk provides systemless root access, it does
To verify that the IMEI change was successful, go to your device's settings > About phone > Status. Check the IMEI number to ensure it has been changed.
provides the root access necessary for system-level modifications, it does not have a "one-click" feature to change an IMEI. Use a tool like Partitions Backup (needs root)
For many modern Android phones, Magisk is used to to modify the QCN file, rather than directly changing it in terminal.
(writing a new permanent IMEI) require direct access to the baseband chip using specialized tools like QPST (Qualcomm) or AT commands (MediaTek) , often requiring a PC, not just Magisk.
Your device bootloader must be completely unlocked.