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Kindle Modding Tools & Resources

The most essential Kindle modding tools, plugins, games, and guides for your jailbroken Kindle. Everything here requires a jailbroken Kindle unless stated otherwise.
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Most Popular & Essential Tools
KindleForge
Essential
On-device app store for installing Kindle mods without manual USB file copying.
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KOReader
Essential
Free open-source reader with better format support and customization than stock Kindle.
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Home Screen Shortcuts
Tool
Simple shortcuts that allow you to launch your Kindle mods directly from clean booklets on your Kindle UI.
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PEKI (KUAL Installer)
Essential
Install and launch KUAL without MRPI while keeping a polished booklet icon.
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KTerm (Terminal Emulator)
Essential
Terminal for jailbroken Kindles. Critical to install even if you never use it because so many other mods rely on it.
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Disable Ads %
Essential
Removes lock screen ads and Enables KOReader custom screensavers.
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Check OTA Status
Tool
One-tap scriptlet that shows whether OTA updates are blocked.
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HotfixUpdater
Tool
On-device scriptlet that updates your Kindle hotfix without a computer. Run the scriptlet and watch it go.
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Blocking Amazon
Blocking Amazon
Tool
Block Amazon some tracking, Kindle Store, and UI ads via KUAL extension.
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Clear ads cache
Tool
Removes cache ads from your Kindle UI
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KOReader Plugins
Featured KOReader Plugins
Plugin
Every KOReader plugin I could find and consider useful.
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Telegram Highlights
Plugin
Send Kindle highlights and screenshots to your Telegram account via @bookshotsbot.
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KOWeather
Plugin
Live weather forecasts inside KOReader
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dtDisplay Clock
Plugin
Fullscreen clock widget (time & date)
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ProjectTitle
Plugin
KOReader library view that greatly improves the default koreader file browsing experience. Optimized for mosaic mode.
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Parental Controls for KOReader
Plugin
KOReader Time Block limits when children can read in KOReader with customizable reading windows.
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PIN Lock Screen
Plugin
A fast, sophisticated PIN Lock Screen that protects your KOReader content from unauthorized access.
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KOReader Patches
KOReader Patches Library
Patch
Every KOReader user patch I could find and consider useful.
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Page Header (Userpatch)
Patch
Fiction-style page header with per-book configuration—designed to complement Project: Title's typography.
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Other KOReader
KOReader Hand-Drawn UI
Theme
Replace KOReader's interface with hand-drawn icons and handwriting UI font.
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KOReader EPUB Links
Tool
Create booklets in your Kindle library to open each of your EPUBs in KOReader.
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Boot KOReader Automatically
Utility
Automatically launch KOReader on Kindle startup instead of the default reader.
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Games
Tetris for KTerm (HF)
Game
Play classic Tetris in the terminal on hardfloat-firmware Kindles. Lightweight—no emulator needed.
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Gnome Chess & Mines
Game
Touch-friendly ports of Gnome Chess and Minesweeper. Smooth, responsive gameplay on e-ink.
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GlChess
Game
A touch-friendly chess application derived from GNOME Chess, featuring UCI engine support for AI play.
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Iagno
Game
A port of the Iagno (Reversi) game with multiple AI difficulty levels and touch-friendly interface.
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Gnect
Game
Kindle-friendly version of Connect Four with AI levels and e-ink optimized patterns.
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Mahjongg
Game
A Mahjongg solitaire app with tile artwork specifically adapted for grayscale e-ink displays.
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Draughts
Game
Draughts (Checkers) supporting English 8x8 and International 10x10 variants with AI.
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Aisleriot
Game
Klondike solitaire experience with high-contrast card symbols optimized for e-ink.
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Chinese Chess
Game
Xiangqi (Chinese Chess) with optional Pikafish engine support for strong AI play.
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Nine Men's Morris (SF & HF)
GameBeta
Strategy board game
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KWordle
Game
Wordle for Kindle
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Simon Tatham's Portable Puzzle Collection
Game
Over 30 classic logic puzzles ported to Kindle, with a launcher, booklet, and KUAL menu support.
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TicTacToe
Game
Simple TicTacToe extension launched from KUAL. Install and play quick matches on your Kindle.
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Sudoku
Game
Classic 9×9 Sudoku for Kindle. Tap a cell and use on-screen number buttons across multiple difficulties.
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2048
Game
Combine tiles to reach 2048 using arrow-button controls.
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Hangman
Game
Hangman for kindle.
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Connect 4
Game
Connect 4 for kindle.
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Tower of Hanoi
Game
Fun mind game. Move disks between pegs—one at a time, never larger on smaller.
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Universal Paperclips
GameBeta
Play as an AI programmed to produce paperclips in this addictive incremental game.
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KShips
Game
Battleship port for Kindle
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Emulators
Gambatte-K2 (Game Boy Emulator)
Emulator
Modern Game Boy emulator for Kindle with advanced features, multi-touch support, and improved performance.
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Gambatte-K (Game Boy Emulator)
Emulator
Original Game Boy emulator for Kindle. Recommended for older or softfloat Kindles.
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Gargoyle Interactive Fiction
Emulator
Play Z-Machine, Glulx, TADS, and other interactive fiction formats on Kindle with dedicated HF and SF builds.
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Media & Audio
SOX Media Player
MediaAudio
Bluetooth audio player for music, audiobooks, and streams on SF and HF Kindles.
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KinAMP
MediaAudio
Native Kindle music and radio player with KOReader integration.
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LARK
MediaAudio
Libre Audiobook Player for Kindle. Supports AAC encoded M4B audiobooks and listening history.
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Drawing Tools
Kreate
Project
Minimal drawing app for Kindle. Tap-based modes for dots, lines, and curves.
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KPaint
Project
Game Boy drawing app (ROM) optimized for Kindle display. Run the ROM via gameboy emulator to draw.
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Tools
Preserve Files
Tool
Prevent data loss when deregistering your Kindle with this simple booklet utility.
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Architecture Detector
Tool
architecture, soft-float, hard-float, kindle
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ifdb-dl
Tool
Tool to download interactive fiction games from IFDB for HF Kindles.
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Textadept for Kindle
Tool
Desktop-grade editor for HF Kindles.
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KAnki
Tool
Local Kindle flashcard app with custom decks and spaced repetition.
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RAnki
ToolBeta
Beta: minimal Kindle reviewer that syncs with the real Anki backend.
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KNotes
Tool
Notes and reminders app for Kindle.
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KPomo
Tool
Lightweight Pomodoro focus timer for Kindle with configurable work and break sessions.
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StorageTool
Tool
Analyze storage usage, find duplicates, and organize your Kindle library with this KUAL extension.
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Tailscale VPN for Kindle
Tool
Tailscale VPN Extension for kindle for secure SSH access and remote management and hiding your ip.
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All Kindle Linux Chroots
GuideUtilities
Available Linux Chroots links for Kindle
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Resources & Utilities
KAnki Editor
Resource
Kindlemodshelf's own web-based editor for creating and managing KAnki flashcard decks.
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Kandle Downloader
ResourceAlpha
Download manga you own from the Kindle Web Reader as ZIP, CBZ, or EPUB with a browser userscript.
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Kindle File Manager
Tool
Manage Kindle Files with Filebrowser or Syncthing using either KUAL or GUI
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Üben
Resource
Web-based flashcard resource that integrates with KAnki.
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K2pdfopt
Resource
Reformat PDF and DJVU files for better readability on Kindle-sized screens.
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Kindle Comic Converter
Resource
Convert manga and comics for e-ink with cleaner fullscreen output. No jailbreak needed.
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ReKindle
Utilities
A website that adds tons of apps and games designed for Kindle.
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KindleKraft (Minecraft Server)
Utilities
Host a LAN Minecraft server (1.7–1.8) directly on your Kindle.
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JarLauncher
Resource
Launch jar files—yes, including Minecraft—on jailbroken Kindles. Built for HF devices; SF support is untested.
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ScreenControl
Utilities
View and control your Kindle screen from a browser, automate taps, and debug layouts over your local network.
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Kindle Browser Patch
Utilities
Patch Kindle's browser to allow unrestricted downloads, file:// access, and custom search.
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Kindle BT Keepalive
Utility
Maintain active Bluetooth connection for headphones and speakers.
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Development
Kindle Modding Wiki
DevGuide
The offical kindle modding wiki that has has step by step jailbreaks and the most comprehensive guide to kindle dev.
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Illusion Framework
Dev
Build Kindle apps with HTML/CSS/JS using the Mesquite and Illusion toolchain.
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Telnet Server (Upgraded)
Dev
Lightweight Telnet server for quick remote CLI access.
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GNU Nano (HF)
Dev
Lightweight terminal editor for HF Kindles—run in KTerm or over SSH.
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KPM – Kindle Package Manager
Dev
On-device package manager. Browse, install, update, and manage Kindle mods without manual downloads.
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Fullscreen Web Browser
Dev
Fullscreen browser for a specific website for a clean ui to make it look like an app.
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Penguins' Kindle Wiki
Dev
Reference wiki for Mesquite, WAFs, and Illusion Kindle app development.
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Informational
Set Up Custom Screensavers
Guide
KOReader walkthrough for jailbroken Kindles to rotate custom sleep screen art without touching system files.
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Image Gallery
Guide
Our collection of community-sourced screensavers.
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Image Resource Hub
Guide
Sources for Kindle screensaver art, including galleries, Discord channels, and tools.
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KUAL Overview
Guide
What is KUAL and why do I need it?
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Jailbreaking on Mac
Guide
Why does my kindle not show up on my mac?
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Repair Guide
Guide
Diagnose whether your Kindle is truly bricked and follow restore steps.
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Developing Your First KOReader Plugin
GuideDev
Learn to develop your first KOReader plugin using Lua.
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Application Error Popup
Guide
A scary error with a less scary meaning.
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Checking OTA Status
Guide
Guide to verify OTA blocking after jailbreaking.
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Disabling Crash Logs
Guide
Guide to disabling recurring crash log files like KPPMainApp or Mesquite.
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Filling Storage to Prevent Automatic Updates
Guide
Guide to filling storage to reduce automatic update risk during jailbreak setup.
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Installing and Using USBNet(Lite)
Guide
Guide for installing USBNet/USBNetLite for remote Kindle access and file management.
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Installing KUAL with PEKI
Guide
Guide to installing KUAL with PEKI as a modern MRPI alternative.
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KindleForge Appstore
Guide
Guide to KindleForge, the app store for jailbroken Kindle tools and apps.
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Preserve Files on Deregister
Guide
Guide to preserving files when deregistering or switching Amazon accounts.
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Scriptlets, And How To Use Them
Guide
Intro guide to Kindle scriptlets and how to run them.
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Toggling Bluetooth
Guide
If you live in a non audible region but want the bluetooth features of a kindle this is for you.
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Google Drive with KOReader
Guide
How to use Google Drive with KOReader using WebDAV and Koofr for free.
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Beta & Advanced
Other Cool Stuff
Beta
Untested or niche extras that do not yet have full standalone guides.
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