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Root/Jailbreak Detection

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What is Root/Jailbreak Detection?

Root/Jailbreak Detection works by implementing checks that detect whether a device is rooted or jailbroken. By applying Root/Jailbreak Detection, you can prevent your application from executing on compromised devices, thereby enhancing its security.

How Does Root/Jailbreak Detection Work?

Root/Jailbreak Detection works by implementing checks that detect whether a device is rooted or jailbroken. These checks prevent your application from executing on compromised devices.

Benefits of Root/Jailbreak Detection

Detects Compromised Devices

Encoded and compressed resources are harder for attackers to extract and use.

Prevents Execution

Makes the content of resources unreadable without proper decoding.

Ensures Environment Integrity

Compression optimizes storage space by reducing resource size.

When to Use Root/Jailbreak Detection

Root/Jailbreak Detection is essential for applications that must run securely on mobile devices. This protection ensures that your application cannot execute on compromised devices, maintaining a secure environment.

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Banking and financial applications.
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Secure communication apps.
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Any application requiring high security on mobile devices.
HOW IT WORKS

Implementing Root/Jailbreak Detection

Protection Step 01

ByteHide Shield Access

Log in with your user and select Shield from the options menu.

Protection Step 02

Create your project

Create the project to which you want to assign resource protection

Protection Step 03

Create your configuration file

Choosing “Maximum” or otherwise be sure to include “Root/Jailbreak Detection”.

Protection Step 04

Apply your configuration

Download the configuration file and apply it to your project.

Ready to secure your application?

Enhance your application’s security with ByteHide Shield’s Root/Jailbreak Detection. Prevent your application from running on rooted or jailbroken devices.