A Beginner’s Guide to Installing Kodi

Kodi is an open-source software that permits users to access various streaming services like Netflix. With the platform, you can store, download and watch video content on your smartphone, TV, tablet, and laptop anytime you’re free. 

Kodi is used by millions of people worldwide due to its unique features. You may liken it to the popular VLC media player but with advanced features. It requires no technical expertise for new users due to a fluid UI that you can easily navigate. 

Kodi is available in operating systems such as Android, Linux, Mac, and Windows. A unique feature is its capability to stream videos from different sources via add-ons. The add-ons are in a zip format that requires little effort to install. 

The easiest way to get Kodi running is by installing Kodi Build with just one click. It saves time and energy wasted in searching and selecting add-ons. 

The Ultimate Kodi Quick-Start Guide

There are several steps you need to take before getting Kodi up and running on your preferred device, as shown below: 

• First off, you need to install the application from the main website. You are at liberty to choose your preferred device, whether Windows PC, Xbox One, Android TV, and others
• Upon launching the app, you will be redirected to the Kodi Skin. You can edit or change your Kodi Skin to your liking
• Once you set up your Kodi Skin, you can now start streaming via the add ons.

How to Install Netflix in Kodi

Looking to watch Netflix shows on Kodi? Here is a quick guide on how to install Netflix on the platform: 

• Launch Kodi on your computer
• Download the Netflix plugin (should be a zip file)
• Head on to Kodi and enable ‘Unknown Sources’ under the ‘Add-ons.’ This will allow you to install third-party add-ons
• Return to the Home page and under ‘Add-ons,’ select ‘My Add-ons’ and finally ‘Video Player Input Stream.’ Finish up by enabling ‘Input Stream Adaptive’ and ‘RTMP Input’
• Head back to the home screen and select ‘Add-ons,’ from where you should select the ‘Install from Zip file’ option and locate the file you downloaded
• You should now receive a notification that Netflix has been enabled.

It is worth noting that Netflix is not the only add-on available on Kodi. We only decided to highlight it here due to its popularity. In truth, there are hundreds of add ons you can install to watch shows on Kodi. A few examples include Amazon Prime Video, National Geographic, BBC iPlayer, YouTube, Internet Archive [Video], Classic Cinema, Vimeo, Popcornflix, and much much more. In truth, it all depends on what you want to watch as there are no limits as to the add-ons available on Kodi. You can install any and get access to your favorite TV shows and movies. 

By now, you should have a rough idea of what add-ons are on Kodi. Now, what happens when you can access your shows due to geo-blocks? What happens when you experience buffering due to poor server connection? Read on to find out.

How to Install Proxies in Kodi

Proxies are necessary for Kodi due to several factors. For one thing, you can use them to bypass geographical limitations placed on your favorite shows. Furthermore, they can help optimize your internet connection to minimize buffering issues. 

With this in mind, below are some of the steps you should take when installing Kodi proxies: 

• Choose your preferred proxy service provider. You can read more here on the best Kodi proxy servers
• Once you have launched your Kodi media player, click on the ‘System’ section and select ‘Expert’ or ‘Standard’ setting
• Select ‘Use proxy server’ under the ‘Internet access’ tab
• Choose a suitable proxy type under the ‘Proxy type’ option
• Finally, input your proxy server’s IP address in the ‘Server’ option.

Conclusion

Our readers should know how to take precautions while watching legal content on sites like Netflix. Watching shows from Netflix might be challenging due to unavailable links, but they are unnecessary on the latest version of Kodi. After logging in to Netflix using your details, you sit back and enjoy watching all the TV shows and documentaries. You can find out more information on Netflix proxy servers to boost your experience.