# What is SafetyNet?

SafetyNet is a system put in place by Google to detect modified devices, and devices which aren't Google Play Certified.

This means if you modify your device, SafetyNet is likely going to detect that.

Many applications, for example Banking Apps, or Nintendo's Mobile Games check for Root Access using SafetyNet or their own methods
<span class="smol">See <a href="https://www.xda-developers.com/pokemon-go-aggressive-root-checking-twrp-folder/">here</a> for an XDA article on how Nintendo/Niantic is abusing File System Access to search for TWRP and Root on your device</span>