How to Install the Black Ghost Kodi Addon in 2026 (The Right Way)

Updated on February 8, 2026

If you’re looking for the definitive guide to install the Black Ghost addon on Kodi in 2026, you’ve landed in the right spot. In the ever-shifting landscape of Kodi addons, stability is gold, and Black Ghost has cemented itself as the go-to “All-in-One” for Kodi 21 Omega and Kodi 22 Piers. It offers everything from movies and shows to live sports, but its performance hinges on a key component many users overlook: its dependency on Elementum.

In this updated tutorial, I’ll walk you through the installation and setup step-by-step, tackling the most common errors to get you up and running from minute one.

⚠️ Heads Up: Security is Non-Negotiable When Using Elementum

Before we start, it’s crucial to understand how Black Ghost operates. This addon leverages the power of torrent links, which are managed by the Elementum engine. This peer-to-peer (P2P) technology delivers superior video and audio quality with far less buffering. However, there’s a trade-off: when you use it, your public IP address is exposed to every other user connected to the same file swarm.

My Professional Recommendation: To protect your privacy and anonymize your connection, it is absolutely essential to use a VPN. A VPN encrypts your traffic and masks your real IP, preventing your Internet Service Provider (ISP) or other third parties from monitoring your activity. It also helps you bypass the aggressive blocking that ISPs impose on certain repositories.

🚀 Quick Install Cheat Sheet

For advanced users who just need the data to set up the source in Kodi, here’s the rundown:

📂 Black Ghost Repository URL:

http://blackghostaddon.github.io/

🏷️ Recommended Name: BGRepo
⚠️ Hard Requirement: You must have the Elementum addon (the torrent engine) installed and working.

Prerequisites: The Foundation for a Flawless Install

To avoid the dreaded “Check the log for more information” error or an addon that simply won’t launch, make sure you’ve covered these two critical points:

1. ‘Unknown Sources’ Enabled: This is the first step for installing any unofficial addon. If you haven’t done it yet, follow this guide to enable unknown sources on Kodi 21 & 22.
2. The Elementum Engine Installed: Black Ghost is dead in the water without it. While the addon may try to install it automatically, my tests show that a manual, clean installation of Elementum beforehand prevents 99% of potential conflicts.

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How to Install Black Ghost on Kodi (Step-by-Step)

Follow these steps exactly. You’ll have everything up and running in less than 5 minutes.

Step 1: Add the Repository Source

1. Open Kodi and navigate to the Settings icon (the gear cog on the main menu).
2. Select File Manager.
3. Double-click on “Add source”.
4. In the pop-up window, click on <None> and enter the following URL exactly as shown:

   http://blackghostaddon.github.io/

5. In the box below, give it a name you’ll remember, like BGRepo, and click OK.

Step 2: Install the Repository from the ZIP File

1. Go back to the Kodi main menu.
2. Navigate to the Add-ons section.
3. Click the open box icon (Add-on Installer) in the top-left corner.
4. Select “Install from zip file”.
5. Find and select the source you created in the previous step: BGRepo.
6. Inside, click on the file named repository.theblackghost-x.x.zip (the version number may vary).
7. Wait for the “Add-on installed” notification to appear in the top-right corner.

Step 3: Install the Black Ghost Video Addon

1. Without leaving the current screen, now choose “Install from repository”.
2. Find and select The Black Ghost Repo from your list of repositories.
3. Enter the Video add-ons category.
4. Locate Black Ghost in the list and click on it.
5. Hit the Install button. If a window pops up asking to install additional dependencies (scripts, modules, etc.), confirm by clicking “OK”.

Common Problems & Fixes (2026 Troubleshooting)

Did something go wrong? Don’t worry. 90% of errors come from two very specific and easy-to-fix issues.

Error: ‘Check the Log for More Information’ or ‘Couldn’t Connect to Source’

This is the most common roadblock when trying to add the source. If Kodi tells you it can’t connect to the URL, your Internet Service Provider (ISP) is almost always the culprit.

• The Cause: ISPs in the US, UK, and other countries (like Comcast, Verizon, Sky, etc.) often use DNS-level blocks to prevent access to certain domains, especially those hosted on GitHub. This blocking often ramps up during major sporting events or on weekends.
• The Definitive Solution: The most effective way to fix the connection error in Kodi is to use a VPN to bypass your ISP’s block. It routes your traffic through a different server, making the repository accessible again.

Video Loads but Keeps Stopping (Constant Buffering)

If you can access content but playback is choppy, follow these steps:

1. Check Elementum: Make sure Elementum is active and configured correctly. Sometimes, simply restarting Kodi is enough to get the engine running properly.
2. Cache Settings: Go into the Black Ghost addon settings (long-press on the addon > Settings) and look for cache options. Try clearing the cache to free up resources.
3. Connection Speed: Torrent streaming requires a stable internet connection. Run a speed test to rule out issues with your line. If everything else fails, check our complete guide on how to fix Kodi buffering for good.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)