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Play for Kodi

Share and play video links on your Kodi™ with a single tap. Unofficial helper.

Artem Davtyan · net.davtyan.playKODI

Not rated yet 10K+ downloads v1.8.26 2.9 MB Android 10+ PEGI 3 · Everyone

  • Signature matches the Google Play version Details

At a glance

Latest version
v1.8.26 (10826)
Updated
Jul 25, 2026 (2 months ago)
APK size
2.9 MB
Requires
Android 10+ (API 29)
CPU support
Any (no native code)
Category
Video Players & Editors (app)
Listed since
Feb 25, 2021 (at least)
Permissions
3
Developer contact
[email protected]

About this APK

Play for Kodi is an app by Artem Davtyan in the Video Players & Editors category, listed since at least February 2021. It has no native code, so it runs on any Android processor.

Since version 1.75, the APK grew from 2.1 MB to 2.9 MB and the minimum Android version rose from 6.0 to 10. It asks for 3 permissions, none of them sensitive. It asks for the same permissions as version 1.8.21.

What's new in v1.8.26

• App Branding & Policy Compliance: Updated launcher icon and app name to comply with store policies. • Improved Navigation: Refined sidebar menu layout and navigation drawer alignment. • Smarter Host Management: Host URLs now automatically trim whitespace and strip http/https prefixes. • Better Error Reporting: Displays specific JSON-RPC error responses when API calls fail. • Stability & Performance: Optimized list view scrolling, modernized back navigation, and fixed null safety bugs.

Description

From the listing uploaded by “appupdater”.

Play for Kodi is a modern, lightweight utility designed to bridge the gap between your mobile device and your Kodi™ media center. Effortlessly send and queue video links directly to your big screen with a single tap. Key Features Seamless Sharing: Use the standard Android "Share" menu to send video links from web browsers and media platforms directly to your media center. Multi-Host Support: Easily manage and switch between multiple Kodi installations across your home network. Modern Design: A clean, Material 3 interface with full support for Light, Dark, and System dynamic themes. Fast & Lightweight: Built for performance, focusing strictly on fast link sharing without unnecessary background bloat. Custom Host Icons: Assign distinct icons for each setup for effortless host identification. Setup Instructions To use this app, you must enable Kodi's built-in webserver (disabled by default): Navigate to Settings → Services → Control on your Kodi device. Enable "Allow remote control via HTTP". (Recommended) Set a custom Port, Username, and Password for secure local access. For detailed setup documentation, visit: https://kodi.wiki/view/Web_interface Important Notes This app is designed to share and queue video links. It is not intended as a full-featured remote control replacement. This project was developed primarily as an independent companion utility. Disclaimer Kodi™ and XBMC™ are registered trademarks of the XBMC Foundation ([suspicious link removed]). This application is an independent third-party tool and is not affiliated with, maintained, sponsored, or endorsed by the XBMC Foundation.

Version history

3 versions are listed, going back to v1.75. Since v1.8.21 it requires Android 10+.

All 3 versions

Security & authenticity

Security rating: Trusted

Signing certificate

  • Signature matches the Google Play version Checked by the source store on Jul 25, 2026.
  • Certificate issued to “Artem Davtyan” This is the certificate of the Google Play version.
  • Same certificate as the 2 other versions checked

Store checks and file details

  • Developer signature verified Jul 25, 2026
  • Validated against Google Play Jul 25, 2026
  • Signed byCN=Artem Davtyan, L=Moscow, C=RU
  • Signing certificate (SHA-1)F3:0D:7A:43:F0:B5:4E:0A:AF:41:3A:4E:59:94:7A:42:AA:60:F9:97
  • File MD5af07300f6d1eabee315c17c044d55539
  • Uploaded by “appupdater” Gold tier · 117,810 followers · uploading since 2020

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Permissions (3)

Play for Kodi requests 3 permissions, none of them sensitive.

Required hardware & features

Play for Kodi APK: questions and answers

Is there a version of Play for Kodi for older Android phones?

The current version needs Android 10 or later. Version 1.75 is the newest listed build that installs on Android 6.0 and later. Get version 1.75 · All versions

Can I install this APK over the version I already have?

Yes, if your installed copy is older. It is signed like the Google Play version, so Android installs it as an update and keeps your data.

Is the Play for Kodi APK safe?

No one can promise that a file is safe, but some things can be checked. The source store rates this file Trusted. Its signature matches the Google Play version. It is signed with the same certificate as the 2 other versions checked. After downloading, check that the file's MD5 is af07300f6d1eabee315c17c044d55539.

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