Kodi Not Working? ISPs Appear to Be Blocking Popular Addons

Kodi Not Working

Are you having problems with your favorite Kodi Addons and Builds? Many members on the TROYPOINT Insider have voiced their concerns with the platform recently.

It seems that certain Internet Service Providers are currently blocking various Kodi Addons, which has led to numerous users facing issues in recent days.

In a widely discussed Reddit thread, many users have highlighted problems with popular addons like FEN, The Crew, Asgard, and more. Users are reporting slow functionality or complete failure, with Spectrum and T-Mobile Home Internet being pinpointed as the main culprits.

According to the Reddit thread, the recommended solution to this issue is to connect to a VPN. Several users have shared that using a VPN has effectively resolved the encountered issues.

. . .or restore Kodi to factory settings.

By doing this, you will not have to delete the entire application and re-install it. Instead, it will only require a quick reset to bring Kodi back to its original state.

After resetting Kodi on your preferred device, the software will return to its original, clean state.

Many Kodi users find that resetting Kodi is the cure-all solution to nearly every Kodi problem.

Because Kodi can be installed on so many devices, there are several different ways to reset it.

Use the tutorial links below to learn how to reset Kodi on your corresponding device:

IMPORTANT: Because everything has been wiped away, you will need to re-install your preferred add-ons and Kodi builds.

2. Restart Device

If you are using a streaming device such as a Firestick for Kodi, another recommendation we always give whenever an issue arises is to restart the device.

restart

This is a quick tip that oftentimes brings magnificent results.

To restart a Firestick or Android TV Box, use the guides below:

How to Restart Firestick or Fire TV

How to Reset Android TV Box

You can also Restart your Fire TV/Stick by unplugging the power cord from the back of the device, waiting 10-20 seconds, and plugging back in.

The same method can be done for an Android TV Box or Computer.

Resetting your Kodi device is a simple solution that can sometimes solve any problems you are experiencing with the software.

If resetting your device doesn’t solve the issues with Kodi not working, there are a few more ways to try and fix this.

3. Clear Kodi Cache

Clearing the cache within Kodi is a great way to speed up the software and clean the entire system.

If you are experiencing lag or buffering in Kodi, this is the perfect solution to stopping it.

clear cache if Kodi is not Working

Clearing the cache may be the best way to fix any problems you are having within Kodi.

To clear cache in Kodi, TROYPOINT recommends going into your device settings, finding managed installed applications, and choosing the option for clearing cache in Kodi.

Use the link below to learn how to clear the cache on your Kodi device:

How to Clear Cache in Kodi

4. Removing and Updating Kodi Addons

Oftentimes, when problems arise within Kodi, it may be due to the specific add-on you are using.

As most Kodi users know, add-ons are constantly being shut down and restored.

If your Kodi device is full of add-ons, this may slow down the software.

Removing unused or unwanted add-ons is a great solution to fix the problem of Kodi not working.

remove

To learn how to remove Add-Ons from your Kodi device, click the link below:

How To Uninstall Kodi Addons

Another factor that may diminish Kodi streaming is an out-of-date add-on.

The good news is, add-ons within Kodi can easily be updated.

Follow the screenshot tutorial below to learn how to update a Kodi add-on:

Kodi Not Working – How To Update Addons

In the guide below, I am using The Crew Kodi Addon.

However, this method can be applied to any other Kodi addons as well.

1. Open Kodi and scroll down to Select Add-ons

Open Kodi and scroll down to Select Add-ons

2. Click the package installer button located in the upper left-hand corner of the screen Install Kodi Addon

Click the package installer button located in the upper left-hand corner of the screen

3.Click on “My add-ons.” Then, select “Video add-ons.” Afterwards, choose “The Crew” or any other add-on that you have installed. Next, click on the Auto-update toggle to make sure the add-on stays updated at all times. If this doesn’t resolve your Kodi issues, consider doing a complete software update. Updating Kodi is crucial to ensure its proper functioning and to have the best quality software on your device. It’s recommended to use the latest stable version of Kodi for optimal performance. If unsure about your Kodi version, check it by launching Kodi, clicking on the Settings Tab, then System Information to view the Version Info. Remember to refer to specific guides for updating Kodi on different devices like Firestick, Android TV Box, or Windows to keep your Kodi working smoothly.

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