Kodi has taken April Fools’ to the next level with this one. They actually took their site down and replaced it with a fake US Government domain name seizure notice. Not only did they go as far as taking their web site down, they took their download server down too! It’s a good thing that we’re here to come to the rescue, these are the links you’re going to need to use if you want to download Kodi until this wretched day is over.
Please find working Kodi download links below, which are powered by a mirror server controlled by the official Kodi camp. We hope that we’re not ruining what is already an epic April Fools’ joke on their part, but Kodi is like a drug for some people out there, someone’s gotta get them their fix! At this point in time, we’d like to apologize for not having an epic April Fools’ joke of our own.
Today’s your lucky day, because not only are we going to provide you with working Kodi download links, but we’re going to walk you right through the configuration process. Remember, once you download and install Kodi, everything else should be considered unofficial.
Part 1 Download Kodi
All you have to do in this step is download the Kodi installer below and then install the same way you would any other app.
Kodi 17.1 Krypton for Android (Google Play)
Kodi 17.1 Krypton for Android (Sideload)
Kodi 17.1 for iOS (Sideload)
Mac Users: If you get an unknown developer error when trying to launch Kodi for the first time, simply navigate to your computer’s System Preferences, followed by the Security & Privacy tab and press the Open Anyway button.
United Kingdom Users: It will be necessary to disable certain router security settings before continuing, we’d also highly recommend using a VPN Provider to circumvent censorship.
Part 2 Add the Fusion Installer Source
The Fusion Installer is the bridge between Kodi and the world of unofficial Kodi addons, it’s the first thing every Kodi addon user needs.
Step 1: Navigate to the settings cogwheel at the top left of your screen.
Step 2: Select the System settings menu.
Step 3: Choose the Add-ons tab.
Step 4: Click on the Unknown sources field.
Step 5: Press the Yes button to confirm that you wish to allow third party Kodi addons.
Step 6: Return back to the previous settings menu.
Step 7: Click on the File manager icon.
Step 8: Click on the Add source button on the left side of the screen.
Step 9: Click on the top input box that displays <None> under the Enter the paths or browse for the media locations heading.
Step 10: Using the on-screen keyboard, input http://fusion.tvaddons.ag and then click on the OK button.
Step 11: Click on the bottom input box under the Enter a name for this media source heading.
Step 12: Using the on-screen keyboard once again, input fusion and then press the OK button.
Step 13: Press the OK button at the bottom of the window.
Step 14: Return back to the Kodi home screen.
Part 3 Install the Indigo Tool
The Indigo tool is the key to jumpstart your Kodi addon experience. It allows you to install any Kodi addon you’d like, automatically configure Kodi, or even reset Kodi should you ever wish.
Step 15: Navigate to the Add-ons tab on the vertical menu bar.
Step 16: Click on the Enter add-on browser button.
Step 17: Click on the Install from zip file function.
Step 18: Select the fusion server folder.
Step 19: Choose the begin-here folder.
Step 20: Click on the plugin.program.indigo-1.0.2.zip file.
Step 21: Return back one level to the Add-ons menu.
Part 4 Automated Kodi Addon Configuration
We’re now going to walk you through automatically configuring all the best Kodi addons in one shot using our Indigo tool. Alternatively, you can also use the Addon Installer function within our Indigo tool to manually install your choice of Kodi addons.
Step 22: Launch the Indigo Program add-on for the first time.
Step 23: Wait a few seconds for the add-on to initialize for the first time.
Step 24: Select the Config Wizard function.
Step 25: Click on the Install button to confirm that you wish to proceed with the automated Kodi addon configuration.
Step 26: Wait a couple of minutes for the automated Kodi configuration to download and install.
Step 27: Click on the OK button to finalize the configuration process and restart Kodi.
Part 5 Launching Kodi Add-ons
The most popular Kodi addons right now are probably Exodus, Stream All The Sources, 1Channel and The Royal We. As far as live TV goes, you’ll want to check out USTVnow Plus, cCloud TV, and Ultimate IPTV. There are many others installed that you might find interesting as well, so explore away!
Step 28: Relaunch Kodi and navigate to the Add-ons menu tab.
Step 29: Select the My add-ons icon at the top of the screen.
Step 30: Choose the Video add-ons menu.
Step 31: Select the Kodi addon you wish to launch, we’ve gone with the Stream All The Sources addon for this example.
Step 32: Click on the Open icon at the bottom left of the screen.
Optional Part 6 Configuring Debrid Services
Debrid services are basically shared pools of premium cyberlocker accounts for which you signup to one service in order to gain access to dozens of premium host accounts. This will give you access to substantially more reliable high definition streaming, more HD sources, and eliminate buffering.
Signup to the paid debrid service of your choice before continuing:
Step 33: Navigate to the settings cogwheel at the top left of the Kodi home screen.
Step 34: Select the System settings menu.
Step 35: Highlight the settings level at the bottom left of the screen that displays Basic by default.
Step 36: Click on the settings level button until Advanced is displayed.
Step 37: Navigate to the Add-ons menu tab.
Step 38: Click on the Manage dependencies function.
Step 39: Select the URLResolver dependency towards the bottom of the listing.
Step 40: Click on the Configure icon at the bottom of the screen.
Step 41: Navigate to the Universal Resolvers tab.
Step 42: Scroll down to the debrid service of your choice (we’re using Real-Debrid for this example), and then click on the Priority field that displays 100 by default.
Step 43: Use the Backspace button to clear the current setting level, and then input 95 and press the Done button.
Step 44: If you’re configuring Real-Debrid, you’ll now want to press the OK button at the top right of the window in order to save the priority level setting before continuing.
Step 45: Click on the Configure button once again.
Step 46: Select the Universal Resolvers tab once again.
Step 47: Once again, scroll down to the debrid service of your choice. If you’re using Real-Debrid, click on the (Re)Authorize My Account button, for Premiumize input your login details and then click on the OK button at the top right of the window.
Step 48: If you’re using Real-Debrid, you should follow the on-screen instructions to complete the account authorization process. You’ll want to visit the link using your computer’s web browser.
Step 49: You’re done! Once completed, you’ll see a quick message display saying Real-Debrid Resolver Authorized at the top right of your screen. Kodi will now automatically use your debrid service when available, giving you access to way more HD sources and less buffering. Return to your Kodi home screen and enjoy!
We’re sorry you had to go through the stress of visiting the Kodi web site and thinking it was gone, they had us for a second too! Now you can get back to enjoying that Kodi box you love so much.
