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					<description><![CDATA[Kodi for Windows 11: Just like other media players such as VLC, Windows Media Player, etc., Kodi is a free, open-source media player and entertainment hub that allows users to play and view various forms of digital media. I mentioned various forms of digital media because, unlike traditional media players, such as VLC, which can [&#8230;]]]></description>
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<p><strong>Kodi for Windows 11</strong>: Just like other media players such as <strong>VLC, Windows Media Player</strong>, etc., Kodi is a <strong>free, open-source media player and entertainment hub</strong> that allows users to play and view various forms of digital media. I mentioned various forms of digital media because, unlike traditional media players, such as VLC, which can handle audio and video formats, Kodi goes beyond it by supporting various digital media like images, GIFs, Games, PVR, Live TV Shows, Radios, etc, and that is why it is called a <strong>Media center</strong>. </p>



<p><strong>Kodi Addons</strong> are a silver lining to Kodi Media Player which allows users to customize highly and access various official platforms, and radios. Kodi and <strong>Microsoft</strong> have a connection that extends for a long time as it was initially designed for <strong>XBMC</strong> which is nothing but <strong>Xbox Media Center</strong>. In due course of time, Kodi expanded its functionality to various platforms like <strong>Windows, MacOS, iOS, Android</strong>, and even <strong>Raspberry Pi</strong>. We will guide you through the steps on <strong>How to Download and Install the Latest Stable Version of Kodi Media Player for Windows 11</strong> using simple steps.</p>



<div class="wp-block-rank-math-toc-block" id="rank-math-toc"><h2>Table of Contents</h2><nav><ul><li><a href="#key-steps">Key Steps:</a></li><li><a href="#the-latest-and-the-stable-kodi-v-21-1-omega">The Latest and the Stable Kodi v21.1 (Omega)</a></li><li><a href="#download-stable-kodi-player-from-their-official-website">Download Stable Kodi Player from their official Website</a></li><li><a href="#install-kodi-media-player-on-windows-11-os">Install Kodi Media Player on Windows 11 OS</a></li><li><a href="#install-kodi-media-player-on-windows-11-alternate-way">Install Kodi Media Player on Windows 11 &#8211; Alternate way</a></li><li><a href="#k">Kodi Media Center for various platforms</a></li><li><a href="#take">Take away</a></li></ul></nav></div>



<blockquote class="wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow">
<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="key-steps">Key Steps:</h2>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Download the<strong> Latest Stable Version </strong>of Kodi from their <a href="https://kodi.tv/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">official website</a>. </li>



<li>Run the <strong>setup file</strong> that we have downloaded in the first step. </li>



<li>Follow the instructions and <strong>Install the latest Kodi Media Player</strong> on your Windows 11 OS.</li>
</ul>
</blockquote>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="the-latest-and-the-stable-kodi-v-21-1-omega">The Latest and the Stable Kodi v21.1 (Omega)</h2>



<p>At the time of this article, the <strong>most stable version of kodi</strong> available is <strong>Kodi Version 21.1</strong> which is also called <strong>Kodi Omega</strong>. The Kodi team also offers <strong>prerelease</strong> and <strong>nightly builds</strong>, however, it is highly suggested to use the <strong>stable version</strong> as those prerelease and nightly builds are mainly used for <strong>developers and testers</strong>. </p>



<blockquote class="wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow">
<p><strong>Note</strong>: The upcoming stable Version will be Kodi v22.0 and it is code named as Piers.</p>
</blockquote>



<p><strong>Important Disclaimer</strong>: This article provides instructions for downloading and installing the official Kodi Media Player on Windows 11. We at Winsides.com strictly advise users to use only official Kodi add-ons available from the official Kodi repository. These add-ons are legal and safe to use, ensuring compliance with copyright laws. Winsides.com does not endorse or promote the use of third-party or illegal add-ons that may provide access to unauthorized or pirated content. Users are responsible for ensuring they adhere to local laws regarding content access and streaming.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="download-stable-kodi-player-from-their-official-website">Download Stable Kodi Player from their official Website</h2>



<p>In this section, let us check out how to download this media player. </p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Go to their <strong>official website</strong> <a href="https://kodi.tv/download/windows/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><strong>kodi.tv</strong></a>. This link will open Kodi Download for Windows in a <strong>new tab</strong>.</li>



<li>Click on <strong>Downloads</strong> which is available in the <strong>Header menu</strong>. The Downloads page will open now. </li>



<li>Under <strong>Select your platform</strong>, choose <strong>Windows</strong>. </li>



<li>You can find three different tabs over there, <strong>Recommended, Prerelease, and Development Builds</strong>. We will go with the <strong>Recommended</strong> tab. </li>



<li>Here, you can find three different options, <strong>Installer (64 Bit), Installer (32 Bit), and Windows Store</strong>. </li>
</ul>



<figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-large"><img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" width="1024" height="429" src="https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Download-Kodi-for-Windows-11-1024x429.webp" alt="Download Kodi for Windows 11" class="wp-image-2766" title="Download Kodi for Windows 11" srcset="https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Download-Kodi-for-Windows-11-1024x429.webp 1024w, https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Download-Kodi-for-Windows-11-300x126.webp 300w, https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Download-Kodi-for-Windows-11-768x322.webp 768w, https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Download-Kodi-for-Windows-11.webp 1228w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Download Kodi for Windows 11</figcaption></figure>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Depending upon your system specification, choose your version accordingly. My Asus Rog is a 64-bit architecture system, and hence I will download the 64-bit Kodi Installer. </li>



<li>That is it, The Installer will start downloading, you can find it in your <strong>Downloads Folder</strong>. If you are using <strong>Google Chrome Web Browser</strong>, you can use the keyboard combination <kbd><strong>CTRL</strong></kbd><strong> + <kbd>J</kbd> to </strong>access the<strong> download history</strong>.</li>
</ul>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="install-kodi-media-player-on-windows-11-os">Install Kodi Media Player on Windows 11 OS</h2>



<p>Installation of Kodi on Windows 11 is a <strong>hassle-free process</strong>. It is simple. Once the download is complete, Run the Kodi Installer. </p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>The <strong>Windows User Account Control</strong> will prompt for a confirmation to allow this app from an unknown publisher to make changes to your device. Click <strong>Yes</strong> to continue with the installation process. </li>



<li>The first step is the <strong>Welcome to Kodi installation</strong> setup. Click <strong>Next</strong> to continue. </li>
</ul>



<figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-full"><img decoding="async" width="499" height="388" src="https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Welcome-to-Kodi-Setup.webp" alt="Welcome to Kodi Setup" class="wp-image-2756" title="Welcome to Kodi Setup" srcset="https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Welcome-to-Kodi-Setup.webp 499w, https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Welcome-to-Kodi-Setup-300x233.webp 300w" sizes="(max-width: 499px) 100vw, 499px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Welcome to Kodi Setup</figcaption></figure>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>To use the Kodi Media Player, Users will have to <strong>agree to the terms and conditions</strong>.</li>
</ul>



<figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-full"><img decoding="async" width="499" height="388" src="https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Agreeing-to-the-Terms-and-Conditions.webp" alt="Agreeing to the Terms and Conditions" class="wp-image-2757" title="Agreeing to the Terms and Conditions" srcset="https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Agreeing-to-the-Terms-and-Conditions.webp 499w, https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Agreeing-to-the-Terms-and-Conditions-300x233.webp 300w" sizes="(max-width: 499px) 100vw, 499px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Agreeing to the Terms and Conditions</figcaption></figure>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Then, we have to choose the <strong>components for the Kodi installation</strong>. By default, <strong>Microsoft Visual C++ Packages</strong> will be selected, I would suggest not making any changes here and just clicking <strong>Next</strong>. </li>
</ul>



<figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="499" height="388" src="https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Choosing-Components-of-Kodi-for-Installation.webp" alt="Choosing Components of Kodi for Installation" class="wp-image-2758" title="Choosing Components of Kodi for Installation" srcset="https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Choosing-Components-of-Kodi-for-Installation.webp 499w, https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Choosing-Components-of-Kodi-for-Installation-300x233.webp 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 499px) 100vw, 499px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Choosing Components of Kodi for Installation</figcaption></figure>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>The next step is to <strong>Choose Install Location</strong>. Here we have to specify the Kodi Installation Destination folder. By default, it will be installed in the <strong>Program Files of the C Disk</strong>. </li>
</ul>



<figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="499" height="388" src="https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Choose-Installation-Location.webp" alt="Choose Installation Location" class="wp-image-2759" title="Choose Installation Location" srcset="https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Choose-Installation-Location.webp 499w, https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Choose-Installation-Location-300x233.webp 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 499px) 100vw, 499px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Choose Installation Location</figcaption></figure>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Now, we have to choose the <strong>Start menu</strong> Folder. Click <strong>Install</strong>. </li>
</ul>



<figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="499" height="388" src="https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Select-the-start-menu-folder.webp" alt="Select the start menu folder" class="wp-image-2760" title="Select the start menu folder" srcset="https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Select-the-start-menu-folder.webp 499w, https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Select-the-start-menu-folder-300x233.webp 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 499px) 100vw, 499px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Select the start menu folder</figcaption></figure>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>The Kodi Application will start installing on Windows 11. </li>
</ul>



<figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="499" height="388" src="https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Kodi-Installing-on-Windows-11.webp" alt="Kodi Installing on Windows 11" class="wp-image-2761" title="Kodi Installing on Windows 11" srcset="https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Kodi-Installing-on-Windows-11.webp 499w, https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Kodi-Installing-on-Windows-11-300x233.webp 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 499px) 100vw, 499px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Kodi Installing on Windows 11</figcaption></figure>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Finally, click <strong>Finish</strong> to close the setup window.  </li>
</ul>



<figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="499" height="388" src="https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Completing-the-Kodi-setup.webp" alt="Completing the Kodi setup" class="wp-image-2762" title="Completing the Kodi setup" srcset="https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Completing-the-Kodi-setup.webp 499w, https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Completing-the-Kodi-setup-300x233.webp 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 499px) 100vw, 499px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Completing the Kodi setup</figcaption></figure>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Kodi is now installed on your Windows 11 PC. You can access it via the <strong>Start menu</strong>.</li>
</ul>



<figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="578" src="https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/kodi_GSIbJ416oF-1024x578.webp" alt="Kodi v21.1 Omega" class="wp-image-2763" title="Kodi v21.1 Omega" srcset="https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/kodi_GSIbJ416oF-1024x578.webp 1024w, https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/kodi_GSIbJ416oF-300x169.webp 300w, https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/kodi_GSIbJ416oF-768x434.webp 768w, https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/kodi_GSIbJ416oF-390x220.webp 390w, https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/kodi_GSIbJ416oF.webp 1360w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Kodi v21.1 Omega</figcaption></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="install-kodi-media-player-on-windows-11-alternate-way">Install Kodi Media Player on Windows 11 &#8211; Alternate way</h2>



<p>The alternate way to install Kodi on Windows 11 is via the Windows Store. This method is relatively safer as the process is channeled via the <strong>official Microsoft Store</strong>. Here are the steps. </p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Open <strong>Microsoft Store</strong>. You can use the start menu to access it. </li>



<li>In the search bar, search for Kodi.</li>
</ul>



<figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="617" height="289" src="https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Search-for-Kodi.webp" alt="Search for Kodi" class="wp-image-2769" title="Search for Kodi" srcset="https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Search-for-Kodi.webp 617w, https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Search-for-Kodi-300x141.webp 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 617px) 100vw, 617px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Search for Kodi</figcaption></figure>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Click Install to Install Kodi on Windows 11 using the Microsoft Store.</li>
</ul>



<figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="951" height="324" src="https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Install-Kodi-from-Microsoft-Store.webp" alt="Install Kodi from Microsoft Store" class="wp-image-2770" title="Download &amp; Install Kodi in Windows 11 1" srcset="https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Install-Kodi-from-Microsoft-Store.webp 951w, https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Install-Kodi-from-Microsoft-Store-300x102.webp 300w, https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Install-Kodi-from-Microsoft-Store-768x262.webp 768w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 951px) 100vw, 951px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Install Kodi from the Microsoft Store</figcaption></figure>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="k">Kodi Media Center for various platforms</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="379" src="https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Kodi-for-various-devices-and-platforms-1024x379.webp" alt="Kodi for various devices and platforms" class="wp-image-2775" style="width:840px;height:auto" title="Kodi for various devices and platforms" srcset="https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Kodi-for-various-devices-and-platforms-1024x379.webp 1024w, https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Kodi-for-various-devices-and-platforms-300x111.webp 300w, https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Kodi-for-various-devices-and-platforms-768x284.webp 768w, https://winsides.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Kodi-for-various-devices-and-platforms.webp 1075w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /><figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Kodi for various devices and platforms</figcaption></figure>



<p>As Kodi is an open-source application, it is available for numerous <strong>devices and platforms</strong>. The app can be installed on <strong>Computers, Smartphones, Smart TVs, and Single-board computers</strong>. The platforms include</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list">
<li>Windows</li>



<li>Linux</li>



<li>Android</li>



<li>Raspberry Pi</li>



<li>macOS</li>



<li>iOS</li>



<li>tvOS</li>



<li>webOS</li>
</ul>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="take">Take away</h2>



<p><strong>Installing Kodi on Windows 11</strong> is a straightforward process and always ensure you download Kodi from the official website and use only official add-ons to <strong>stay compliant with copyright laws</strong>. By doing so, you&#8217;ll enjoy a powerful, customizable media player. If you have any <strong>queries</strong>, do let us know in the <strong>comment section</strong>. For more interesting articles, stay tuned to <a href="https://winsides.com">winsides.com</a>. <strong>Happy Entertaining! Peace out!</strong></p>
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