How To Install CuriosityStream Kodi Addon

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This easy-to-follow guide will demonstrate how to get the CuriosityStream Kodi Addon installed. It’s simpler than you might think.

CuriosityStream is a streaming service you can subscribe to. It boasts thousands of documentaries and other nonfiction programs. They also have licensed titles.

You can also install it as a standalone app. It works on Firestick, Android devices, and others.

There’s another tutorial on installing the CuriosityStream app on Firestick or Fire TV. We’ve included a link to that below for your convenience.

How to Install CuriosityStream App on Firestick/Fire TV

When you create a CuriosityStream account, you get a 7-day free trial to check it out. If you like it, you can continue for $2.99 each month. Or, you can choose the annual plan for $12 per year.

To learn more about CuriosityStream and their packages, you can visit their website. We’ve linked it below, so it’s easy to find.

CuriosityStream Official Site

Note: An important thing to remember is that the CuriosityStream Kodi Addon needs a CuriosityStream account. Otherwise, it won’t work.

Besides the add-on and app, you can also get CuriousityStream through Frndly TV. That’s another option to consider.

Frndly TV Review

If you already subscribe to CuriosityStream and you like Kodi, this is great. You get another way to enjoy the platform’s streaming within the Kodi interface. It’s really convenient.

Just follow the steps below, and you’ll have the CuriosityStream Kodi addon on your device. It’s a quick and straightforward process.

CuriosityStream Kodi Add-On Installation Guide

  • Launch Kodi
  • Click the settings icon  Kodi Settings Icon

click settings icon

  • Click System

click system

  • Find the Add-ons menu item. Go ahead and turn on Unknown sources if it’s not already enabled.

turn on unknown sources

  • Click Yes

click yes

  • Hit the back button on your remote. You want to head back to the System page.
  • Now, choose File Manager from the options.

select file manager

  • Click Add source to proceed.

click add source

  • Click on the option labeled <None>.

click none

  • Carefully type in this URL: http://k.slyguy.xyz. It’s important to enter it exactly as shown. Once done, click OK.

Type the following URL exactly how it is listed here and click OK

  • Find the box located just below the source you entered. Highlight it. . Give this media source a name that will help you remember it.
  • You can use “sly” or pick a different name that makes sense to you. Hit OK when you’re ready.

Highlight the box under the source that you just typed in and enter a name for this media source

  • Grab your remote. Repeatedly press the back button. Do this to navigate back to the main System screen. When you are there, select the ‘Add-ons’ option.

Click the back button on your remote until you are on the System screen. Then click Add-ons

  • Look for the option that says ‘Install from zip file’ and click it.

Click Install from zip file

  • You should see “sly” listed, or whatever name you chose earlier. Select it.

Select "sly" or whatever you named the media source in the previous step

  • Click on the zip file URL, which is repository.slyguy.zip.

Click the zip file URL

  • Keep an eye out for the “SlyGuy Repo Add-on installed” message. It’ll pop up to confirm the installation.

Wait for the "SlyGuy Repo Add-on installed" message to appear

  • Up next, you’ll want to click on Install from repository. This will let you browse available add-ons.

Next click Install from repository

  • Locate and click on SlyGuy Repository. This is where the CuriosityStream add-on is located.

Click SlyGuy Repository

  • Give it a scroll down the list, then go ahead and select Video add-ons. This is the category CuriosityStream falls under.

Scroll down and select Video add-ons

  • You should see CuriosityStream in the list. Go ahead and select it.

Select CuriosityStream

  • To start the installation process, simply click Install.

Click Install

  • You might see a few options for versions. You’ll want to click the first one, which should be Version 0.0.2, in this case.

Click the first option Version 0.0.2

  • You might also get a message popping up. If you do, just go ahead and click OK to proceed.

When prompted with the following message, Click OK

  • Hang tight for a sec. You’ll see a message pop up saying “CuriosityStream Add-on installed”.

Wait for the "CuriosityStream Add-on installed" message to appear

  • Just a heads-up: if you happen to see this particular message, go ahead and click No.

If this message appears click No.

  • Alright, next up, let’s head back to the main Kodi screen. From there, you’ll want to select add-ons.

Return back to the home screen of Kodi and select add-ons

  • Then, go ahead and pick Video add-ons from the list.

Choose Video add-ons

  • And there you have it – you’ll see CuriosityStream. Go ahead and select that.

Choose CuriosityStream

  • Boom! You’ve successfully installed the CuriosityStream Kodi Addon. Nice work.

Installation of the CuriosityStream Kodi Addon is now complete!

CuriosityStream Kodi Addon: What’s the Deal?

So, you’ve got the CuriosityStream Kodi Addon up and running. That means you’ve unlocked a treasure trove of documentaries and other non-fiction goodies, right at your fingertips.

Think science, history, lifestyle, even stuff for the kids. They’ve got tech, nature – you name it, they’ve probably got a documentary about it.

And hey, Kodi’s not the only place you can find CuriosityStream. You can also check it out on a bunch of other devices, like:

  • Apple TV
  • Android gadgets
  • iOS – that’s iPhones and iPads
  • Google Chromecast – beam it to your big screen
  • Roku – another popular streaming option
  • Xbox One – documentaries and gaming, all in one place
  • Windows PC – good ol’ reliable
  • Mac – for the Apple aficionados

By the way, if you’re looking for other cool Kodi options, we’ve got you covered. Check out our list of the best Kodi Addons. We keep it fresh with weekly updates, so you’re always in the loop.

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If you’re already a CuriosityStream subscriber, you should definitely give their Kodi Addon a shot. You might just discover your new favorite documentary.

CuriosityStream Kodi Addon: Your Burning Questions Answered

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