Covenant Addon Guide: Current Status and Safe Kodi Setup

Short answer: Covenant is a legacy third-party Kodi video add-on, and its old Ares Wizard, Colossus repository, and ZIP-file instructions are not a current Kodi-supported setup. Kodi’s forum rules page lists Covenant among its add-on blacklist and Colossus among its repository blacklist. For a dependable Kodi setup, use an add-on from the built-in Kodi repository and stream only media you are authorized to watch.

What happened to the Covenant add-on?

Covenant rose to prominence as an Exodus-style add-on that organized movies and TV shows into browsable menus. The original guide’s Ares Wizard and Colossus directions belong to that older third-party add-on ecosystem. Those steps should not be treated as a reliable install path today: neither Covenant nor Colossus is part of Kodi’s built-in repository, and Kodi does not provide official support for third-party add-ons.

Kodi’s official documentation also warns that add-ons installed from ZIP files or private repositories are the user’s responsibility. Enabling Unknown sources allows software from outside Kodi’s repository to access data on the device, so installing an old archive from an unverified mirror can create both security and compatibility problems. Kodi 19 also removed Python 2 support, a major change that broke older add-ons that had not been updated. A familiar name or an old download link does not confirm that a build works with your current Kodi version.

The Kodi application itself is a legal media center, but it does not include movies or shows. Kodi explains that third-party add-ons are not produced, supported, or endorsed by Team Kodi, and that users are responsible for what they install and play. A VPN does not verify a stream’s rights or turn an untrusted add-on into a supported one.

How to install a supported video add-on in Kodi

These steps use Kodi’s built-in repository. Add-on availability varies by Kodi version, so check the official add-on catalog for the version installed on your device.

1. Install or update Kodi from an official source. Choose the stable release for your platform from the Kodi download page or use the official app store for your device. Avoid downgrading Kodi just to run a legacy add-on.
2. Open the add-on browser. From Kodi’s home screen, choose Add-ons, then Enter add-on browser. If you already have add-ons installed, open the Add-ons area and select the package or box icon near the upper-left corner. Names and positions can differ slightly with the skin.
3. Browse the built-in repository. Choose Install from repository. If Kodi asks which repository to use, select Kodi Add-on repository, then open Video add-ons. When only the built-in repository is configured, Kodi may open it directly.

4. Review and install the provider add-on. Open an entry to read its description, publisher information, and compatibility notes. Select Install only if you recognize the provider and understand what content it opens. Kodi will download required dependencies; wait for the installation confirmation, then launch the add-on from the Add-ons menu. If the provider requires an account, follow its own sign-in instructions and terms.

Other ways to watch movies and shows with Kodi

If a streaming service does not offer a supported Kodi add-on, use its official app or website on your TV, streaming device, or computer. Kodi can also play video files you own or are licensed to use from local storage or a network share; add the folder through Kodi’s video library and let Kodi scan the files. The Kodi download page describes its role as a player for local or remote media, while the official repository provides add-ons for services and features that are available for your Kodi release.

Before installing any extension, verify that the developer links to a real provider, the provider permits access in your region, and the content is offered with authorization. Be cautious of a listing promising new theater releases or paid channels for free, asking you to install a bundle of repositories, or instructing you to disable security warnings.

If Covenant is already installed

To remove it, open Settings → Add-ons → My add-ons → Video add-ons, choose Covenant, and select Uninstall. Menu names can vary by version and skin. If you also installed a repository only for Covenant, remove that repository from My add-ons → Add-on repository after checking that no other add-on depends on it. Do not delete shared dependencies at random; Kodi manages those separately.

Frequently asked question

Does using a VPN make Covenant safe to install?

No. A VPN may change how your network traffic is routed, but it cannot confirm that an add-on is trustworthy, compatible, or authorized to provide a movie or show. For current setup steps and support, use Kodi’s add-on manager guide and the Kodi forum rules list.

Official Kodi references

• Kodi Wiki: Add-on manager and repository installation
• Kodi Wiki: Official add-on repository
• Kodi: Is Kodi legal?
• Kodi: Why major version changes can break older add-ons