Real Debrid not working on Kodi usually comes down to a few common things: Real Debrid is down, your subscription ended, the account needs reauthorizing, Real Debrid is rejecting your VPN’s IP address, or its content filter is blocking the file you picked. This guide shows how to tell which one you have, then covers the fixes in the order that saves the most time.
Real Debrid is a paid debrid service. Kodi addons send their links through it, which is why you see faster, higher quality links marked RD. When it stops working, you either see no RD links at all or the links fail when you open them.
Most Kodi addons use a resolver add-on called ResolveURL, a fork of the older URLResolver, to talk to Real Debrid. Many of the fixes below happen in its settings. If Real Debrid worked before and has now stopped, start with the table.
Related: Real Debrid Content Filter: Info, Explanation, What Changed
Why Is Real Debrid Not Working on Kodi?
Match what you see to the likely cause before you change anything. The error names below are Real Debrid’s own API error codes, and some addons show its message as it is.
| What You See | Likely Cause | Go To |
|---|---|---|
| No RD links, or Real Debrid links never show up | Real Debrid is not authorized, is not switched on in the addon, or your subscription ended | Subscription and reauthorize |
| File was removed from debrid service due to copyright infringement (API error 35, infringing_file) | Real Debrid’s content filter blocked that file name | Blocked sources |
| IP Address not allowed (API error 22) | Real Debrid rejects the IP address you connect from, often a VPN server | VPN fix |
| Account locked (API error 14) | Real Debrid has locked your account | Open a ticket on Real Debrid’s support page |
| Links show up but skip or fail to play | Old cached data or a blocked release | Function cache and blocked sources |
| Real Debrid loads on other devices but not this one | A DNS problem on this network | DNS fix |
Seeing a not-cached message such as No cached torrents returned instead? That is a different problem, covered in our cached torrents guide.
Is Real Debrid Down Right Now?
Check Real Debrid’s status page first. It lists two parts, the website and the API. Kodi addons use the API, so if the API shows a problem there is nothing to fix on your side and the only move is to wait.
If both show operational, the problem is your account, your network, or the file you picked.
Why Is Real Debrid Blocking Sources and Showing an Infringing File Error?
Since May 2026, many Real Debrid users have seen links fail with the message File was removed from debrid service due to copyright infringement. In the API this is error 35, infringing_file. Real Debrid has not explained the change publicly, so what follows comes from user reports and news coverage, not from Real Debrid itself.
Those reports say the block is based on the file name, not on what is inside the file. Names tagged WEB-DL, WEBRip or AMZN are mentioned most, and new TV episodes are hit harder than older movies that have Blu-ray releases. Reports disagree on what still plays: some say BluRay and REMUX releases work, others say x265, HEVC and AV1 releases do.
If you see this message, your Kodi setup is not the cause, so reauthorizing will not fix it. These steps can help:
- Pick a different link for the same title. A different release name sometimes gets past the block, though not always.
- If your addon shows the source names, try a BluRay, REMUX or HEVC release first.
- If it keeps happening on the titles you watch, consider another debrid service (see fix 8).
For the full timeline and how much of a library was affected, read our Real Debrid content filter explainer.
Real Debrid Not Working on Kodi: 8 Fixes in Order
Go through these in order and test a link after each one.
- Check that Real Debrid is up
- Check your subscription and restart Kodi
- Reset the ResolveURL function cache
- Reauthorize Real Debrid
- Turn off your VPN or switch servers
- Try a different link or release
- Fix DNS errors
- Try another debrid service
Check Your Real Debrid Subscription and Restart Kodi
Real Debrid only works with an active premium plan. Log in on the Real Debrid website and check the expiry date. If it has passed, renew the plan.
Then close Kodi completely instead of minimizing it, wait a few seconds and open it again. Scrape the same title to see whether RD links come back.
Reset the ResolveURL Function Cache
- Launch the ResolveURL settings by navigating from the home menu to SYSTEM > Add-ons > SYSTEM > Dependencies > ResolveURL > Configure
- Click the Reset Function Cache option.
Direct Addon Real Debrid Not Working Fix
If you are using a custom skin, the steps above may not work to get you into your resolver settings because menus may be different. In that case, you can usually go directly through each Kodi addon to reset the cache for Debrid. Most multi-source addon forks put links right into the settings which you can access as follows:
- Launch your chosen Kodi.
- Click Tools
- Click Settings: Accounts
- Under Accounts, scroll down to Debrid Service and click on URLResolver/ResolveURL Settings.
- Click the Reset Function Cache option
Clear the Cached Data Within the App
Clearing function cache can help you resolve the Real Debrid not working error. To clear function cache or reset, go to the URLResolver settings and select Clear Function Cache. Following are some instances when you should clear this cache function:
- When you have recently updated the resolver
- When you make changes to the addon
- When there are playback issues or sources skipping, which happens when Real Debrid needs an update
Also read: Death Streams RD Kodi Addon: Real-Debrid Content
Reauthorizing Real Debrid on Kodi may help you fix the Kodi not working error. Follow these simple steps to reauthorize Real Debrid on Kodi and get working links on your favorite video addon.
Step 1:
On your Kodi, click on the Settings icon on the homepage
Step 2:
Select System
Step 3:
Change the button on the right bottom to Advanced or Expert by clicking on the Basic or Standard option. Now, hover over Add-ons on the left menu and select Manage Dependencies.
Step 4:
Under Manage Dependencies, scroll down to ResolveURL (or URLResolver, the older name, if that is what your Kodi lists) and select it. Next, click on the Configure option
Step 5:
In the ResolveURL settings window, go to Universal Resolvers and scroll down to Real Debrid
Step 6:
In Real Debrid, click on (Re)Authorise My Account
Step 7:
Now, follow the instructions in the Real Debrid authorization window. Open https://real-debrid.com/device on a browser of your choice on any device and enter the code there when prompted.
The code expires after a short time, so enter it right away. If it times out, start the authorization again.
Step 8:
Real Debrid will be reauthorized on Kodi. Now, to get the premium links from premium sites, relaunch the Kodi app and select your favorite video add-on.
You will find the Real Debrid links with initials the ‘RD.’ Open any link and you must be good to enjoy your favorite movies and shows.
Note that you might face buffering issues if your internet speed doesn’t meet the requirements for the stream quality available.
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Turn Off Your VPN or Switch Servers (IP Address Not Allowed)
Real Debrid answers with IP Address not allowed (API error 22) when it rejects the address your request comes from. A VPN server that Real Debrid blocks is a common reason, and a VPN that reconnects gets a new address each time. To check:
- Turn the VPN off.
- Reauthorize Real Debrid using the steps above. If you are authorizing on a new device, enter the code at real-debrid.com/device.
- Open a link and check that it loads.
- If it works, turn the VPN back on and pick a different server. If links fail again, leave the VPN off while you use Real Debrid.
Fix DNS Errors That Block Real Debrid
A Domain Name System (DNS) is typically a directory for websites. It stores site IP addresses in an alphabetical format for easy reference. The DNS is usually provided by Internet Service Providers.
DNS problems can often lead to Real Debrid not working issues.
If Real Debrid does not load on one device but you can reach it from another device or on mobile data, switch the DNS on the affected network to a public service such as Google Public DNS or OpenDNS. Both are free, and you can change the DNS in your router’s settings.
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Try Another Debrid Service If the Filter Keeps Blocking Your Titles
Some users moved to TorBox, AllDebrid or Premiumize after the filter started. Our Real Debrid alternatives guide compares them on price and Kodi support, and our guide to setting up TorBox in Kodi covers the install.
Real Debrid Not Working on Kodi: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Real Debrid still working in 2026?
Yes, the service is running, and you can confirm on its status page. Since May 2026 a content filter blocks some files by name, so certain links fail even when Real Debrid itself is up.
Why isn’t Real Debrid working on Kodi?
The usual causes are an expired subscription, an account that needs reauthorizing, a VPN address that Real Debrid rejects (API error 22), and the content filter (API error 35). Match your message to the table near the top of this guide to find the right fix.
Why is Real Debrid blocking sources in Kodi?
Real Debrid has not said why. Reports point to a filter that blocks files by name, and the message you see is File was removed from debrid service due to copyright infringement. Try a different link or release of the same title.
Open the ResolveURL settings, go to Universal Resolvers, choose Real Debrid and click (Re)Authorise My Account. Enter the code at real-debrid.com/device before it expires.
Does Real Debrid work on Firestick?
Yes. You do not install Real Debrid as a separate app. You authorize your account inside Kodi or another supported app on the Firestick by entering the code at real-debrid.com/device.
What is ResolveURL in Kodi?
ResolveURL is the Kodi add-on that most video addons use to turn links from file hosts and debrid services into playable video. It is a fork of the older URLResolver. You authorize Real Debrid in its settings under Universal Resolvers.
Hopefully, now your Real Debrid not working errors are fixed and you no longer get Kodi no stream available either.
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