Can I enable free root on Genymotion Desktop Free?

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Yes. Root is available on Genymotion Desktop free edition for Android 5.5 to 11 images, and Android 12+ can be toggled from the device settings if the image is non-rooted. See How to root a Genymotion virtual device? and Get Started with Genymotion Desktop.