How to Install Kodi on Android With Google Play

For most phones, the process is simple: Go to the Kodi page in Google Play and install the app as you would any other on your phone. After completing the process, you can start loading up your media library and, if desired, install Kodi add-ons for movies and TV for additional capabilities.

Installing Kodi Without Using the Google Play Store

The best way to install Kodi is through Google Play. However, in the rare case of an Android device that doesn’t have Google Play, you can install Kodi in a process known as sideloading.

First: Enable Installations From Unknown Sources

For most devices, navigate to Settings > Security, then check the Unknown sources box. On a device with Android 8.0 (Oreo):

Installing the APK

Now that you’ve enabled the necessary permissions, you’re ready to sideload the Kodi APK (Android package). Here’s how: