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Kodi Couldn’t Connect To Network Server! How To Fix?

Updated: August 28, 2021 by Anirban Chakraborty

Most of the Kodi users have experienced ‘Kodi couldn’t connect to network server’ although they have active connections. This error shows when you try to add a file source or install the Kodi add-on. There are some fixes listed below to help you to resolve Kodi unable to connect.

Kodi_couldn't_connect_to_network_server

We have shown a VIDEO walk through at the end of the post for easy solution.

How To Fix Kodi Couldn’t Connect To Network Server?

Table of Contents

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  • How To Fix Kodi Couldn’t Connect To Network Server?
    • Solution 1: Check Your Internet Connection
    • Solution 2: Recheck The URL
    • Solution 4: Use VPN
    • Solution 5: Update Your Kodi Add-Ons
    • Solution 6: Reinstall Kodi
  • Conclusion

There are multiple methods to resolve Kodi can’t connect to network server easily. Follow the methods provided below one by one.

Solution 1: Check Your Internet Connection

If you are using Android TV/box or PC, it must be connected to Kodi using wifi. When you notice such error showing couldn’t connect to network server, you should be ensured that there is no problem with your internet connection and functioning properly.

You can also run the Windows Network Diagnostics utility to check if there is any fault with the network configuration. When you run the utility, it will troubleshoot problems and detect errors.

If your internet connection is working and still, the error continues, you should check for the next solution below.

Solution 2: Recheck The URL

It is possible to type a wrong URL by mistake. In such a case, you will get Kodi can’t connect to network server error.

To solve it, recheck the URL you typed. It might happen that you have wrongly put extra space or hyphen or typed “http” instead of “HTTP”. You should copy the URL and paste it to Kodi.

It is also possible that you have already saved the URL on sources. In such a case, you can edit it by following the steps below:

  • Go to the the Settings menu.

Kodi_settings

  • Select the File Manager option on the system page.

Kodi_settings_file_manager

  • Now right-click on the specific source and select the Edit option.

Kodi_edit_source

  • You can see the listed URL addresses here.
  • Now search for any mistakes into the URL address and remove unwanted errors.

Kodi_URL_Check

  • Now click on OK and save the changes you made.

In case, your problem is not resolved after following the above steps, there are some other methods you should check below.

Solution 3: Check If The Source Runs Properly

You have already added the URL, but you do not know if the URL is still working or not. It might cause your Kodi unable to connect to the network server.

 When a domain is shut down, Kodi keeps changing URLs. So you need to know the new URL for the Add-ons you want to install.

You can check the URL status by searching the link in a web browser. If the source is still working, you can see a page containing the add-on. But, if the source is closed or down, it will show you a page containing an error message.

Solution 4: Use VPN

If you do not use VPN, it is possible that your internet service provider or Government, even app developer can access your activity log and block your traffic directed to the specific IP address. You can check some best VPNs available for Windows here.

Solution 5: Update Your Kodi Add-Ons

It is possible for you to have Kodi couldn’t connect to network server because your Kodi doesn’t have the latest updates installed. Usually, Kodi installs new updates automatically. But if you are having an error, it is better to check for updates manually.

Follow the steps below to check if your Kodi has any pending updates available:

  • Go to the home page of Kodi.
  • Click on the Add-ons
  • Now click on My add-ons.

Kodi_my_addon

  • Select the Check for Updates option and the Kodi will automatically install the latest version.

Kodi_add-ons_update

  • Now restart Kodi.

Your problem should be resolved by now. If not, there is another option for you to fix this error.

Solution 6: Reinstall Kodi

You can uninstall your Kodi and reinstall it to check if the problem resolves. Firstly, uninstall Kodi and delete all related stuff. Restart your PC, download a fresh version of Kodi from the Official site and install it. Then run it to see if you are having unable to connect Kodi. Now, it should be working smoothly.

Conclusion

Now you know the reasons behind your Kodi couldn’t connect to network server and how to resolve the issue with a few methods. If you found this article helpful, let us know by commenting below. If you still have queries regarding Kodi unable to connect, feel free to tell us here.

Filed Under: Software Tagged With: Kodi unable to connect to network

About Anirban Chakraborty

Anirban is doing his Masters in remote sensing from Jadavpur University. He has a keen interest in Technology and loves to write.

Comments

  1. Bernard Damian says

    June 21, 2021 at 9:10 am

    Hi
    To be honest your article is informative and very helpful. After i saw your site and i read it and it help me a lot. Thanks for share your kind information.

    • Tony says

      August 3, 2022 at 12:30 am

      Tried it all….still get cannot connect to server?

  2. Tony Pivinski says

    August 3, 2022 at 12:31 am

    Tried it all….still get cannot connect to server?

  3. dub says

    August 12, 2022 at 10:36 pm

    THIS SHIT WILL NOT WORK IS THIS PIECE OF SHIT SOFTWARE WONT CONNECT!

  4. Phillips says

    September 1, 2022 at 11:48 am

    Hello, I’m the person, who uses Kodi, and suffered the same problem. But now I fixed the issue with the help of this article, which is found after searching on Google. Thank you very much for this helpful article.

  5. William Taylor says

    November 3, 2022 at 9:10 am

    Tried all. Still cannot get past Unable to connect.

  6. Techylist says

    November 21, 2022 at 3:00 pm

    Hi there,

    I had the same issue as you and after some research I found that it was probably because I was using an older version of Kodi. I upgraded to the latest version and now everything is working fine.

    Good

  7. Gerald Dinkins says

    December 17, 2022 at 10:09 pm

    I have tried every recourse on the net, trying to solve my problem.
    The server equipment is within 10 feet of the Firestick and TV equipment.
    I even changed to another older Firestick, and it updated itself.
    The modem is open to any connecting computer.
    I even tried to enter the URL of numerous systems.
    If I missed anything I am fooled.
    I still get the flag of failure to connect.
    I am just about ready to give up and let it go.
    Any suggestions?

  8. Nick says

    December 24, 2022 at 12:25 pm

    I tried it many times but still not working.

  9. Thomas Layne says

    January 6, 2023 at 9:08 am

    Cannot connect to Kodi I tried the site from Google and the Cody site official Kodi site and it keeps saying cannot connect to server it won’t let me install a build I’ve got Cody installed but it won’t download a certain build

  10. Thomas Layne says

    January 6, 2023 at 9:10 am

    It lets me install Kodi any version but it will not download a build for me says I cannot connect the server or Internet I mean my internet is up and running fine it’s just it just says cannot connect

    • Ronald Thompson says

      March 21, 2023 at 10:27 pm

      I am having the same problem. Did you get it fixed?

  11. Thomas Layne says

    January 6, 2023 at 9:13 am

    It lets me install Kodi any version but it will not download a build for me says I cannot connect the server or Internet I mean my internet is up and running fine it’s just it just says cannot connect and by the way it’s on my TV streaming box that is the problem Blink TV streaming box

  12. BRENDA MCCLINTON says

    January 7, 2023 at 1:36 am

    I tried everything still getting cannot connect to server

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