How to Install the Jacktook Kodi Addon (2025 Guide)

Looking to supercharge your Kodi setup with high-quality streaming options? The Jacktook addon is a fantastic choice, offering access to movies, TV shows, and anime through torrent-based sources. Whether you’re using Real Debrid, Easydebrid, or prefer free torrent streaming, Jacktook has you covered.

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What is Jacktook?

Jacktook is a third-party Kodi addon developed by Sam-Max that integrates with various torrent indexers and debrid services to provide a vast library of streaming content. It supports:

• Torrent Search Sources: Jackett, Prowlarr, Torrentio, Elhosted, and more.
• Torrent Engines: Torrest, Elementum, and Jacktorr.
• Debrid Services: Real Debrid, Premiumize, Torbox, and Easydebrid.
• Metadata Providers: TMDB, Trakt.tv, AniList, Simkl, and Fanart.tv.

This combination allows for a customizable and efficient streaming experience.

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Before You Begin: Enable Unknown Sources

Since Jacktook is a third-party addon, you’ll need to enable unknown sources in Kodi:

1. Open Kodi and click on the Settings icon (gear-shaped).
2. Navigate to System.
3. Select Add-ons.
4. Toggle the Unknown sources option to On.
5. Confirm by clicking Yes when prompted.

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Step-by-Step Installation Guide

1. Add the Jacktook Repository Source

1. From Kodi’s home screen, click on Settings.
2. Select File Manager.
3. Click on Add source.
4. In the window that appears, click on .
5. Enter the following URL: https://sam-max.github.io/repository.jacktook/ and click OK.
6. In the box below, enter a name for this source, such as jacktook, and click OK.

2. Install the Jacktook Repository

1. Return to the Kodi home screen.
2. Click on Add-ons.
3. Click on the Package Installer icon (open box) at the top left.
4. Select Install from zip file.
5. If prompted, click Yes to allow installations from unknown sources.
6. Select jacktook (or the name you chose earlier).
7. Click on repository.jacktook-0.0.5.zip (the version number may vary).
8. Wait for the notification that the repository has been installed successfully.

3. Install the Jacktook Addon

1. From the same screen, select Install from repository.
2. Choose Jacktook Add-on Repository.
3. Navigate to Video add-ons.
4. Scroll down and select Jacktook.
5. Click on Install.
6. If prompted, click OK to install any additional dependencies.
7. Wait for the notification that the addon has been installed successfully.

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Configuring Jacktook for Optimal Use

Jacktook offers flexibility in how you source and stream content.

Option 1: Using Real Debrid

1. Open the Jacktook addon.
2. Go to Settings.
3. Under the Torrents tab, set Client to Debrid.
4. Under the Indexers tab, set Indexer to Torrentio.
5. Set the Torrentio Host to https://torrentio.strem.fun.
6. Under the Debrid tab, scroll to the right and click Authorize.
7. Follow the on-screen instructions to authorize Real Debrid.

Option 2: Using Easydebrid

1. Open the Jacktook addon.
2. Go to Settings.
3. Under the Players tab, change the Client to Debrid.
4. Under the Debrid tab, enable Easydebrid.
5. Enter your Easydebrid API key under Token.
6. Uncheck Show uncached torrents for a smoother experience.

Option 3: Using Free Torrents with Torrest or Elementum

1. Install Torrest or Elementum addon.
2. Open the Jacktook addon.
3. Go to Settings.
4. Under the Torrents tab, set Client to Torrest or Elementum.
5. Under the Indexers tab, set Indexer to Torrentio.
6. Set the Torrentio Host to https://torrentio.strem.fun.

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Tips for a Smooth Streaming Experience

• Use a VPN: Since torrenting can expose your IP address, it’s recommended to use a VPN to protect your privacy.
• Keep Addons Updated: Regularly check for updates to Jacktook and its dependencies to ensure optimal performance.
• Clear Cache After Updates: After updating Jacktook, clear.