The most essential Kindle modding tools, plugins, games, and guides for your jailbroken Kindle. Everything here requires a jailbroken Kindle unless stated otherwise.
On-device app store for installing Kindle mods without manual USB file copying.
Free open-source reader with better format support and customization than stock Kindle.
Simple shortcuts that allow you to launch your Kindle mods directly from clean booklets on your Kindle UI.
Install and launch KUAL without MRPI while keeping a polished booklet icon.
Terminal for jailbroken Kindles. Critical to install even if you never use it because so many other mods rely on it.
Removes lock screen ads and enables KOReader custom screensavers.
One-tap scriptlet that shows whether OTA updates are blocked.
On-device scriptlet that updates your Kindle hotfix without a computer.
Every KOReader plugin I could find and consider useful.
Send Kindle highlights and screenshots to your Telegram account via @bookshotsbot.
Live weather forecasts inside KOReader.
Fullscreen clock widget (time & date).
KOReader library view that greatly improves the default file browsing experience. Optimized for mosaic mode.
A fast, sophisticated PIN Lock Screen that protects your KOReader content from unauthorized access.
Play classic Tetris in the terminal on hardfloat-firmware Kindles. Lightweight—no emulator needed.
Touch-friendly ports of Gnome Chess and Minesweeper. Smooth, responsive gameplay on e-ink.
A touch-friendly chess application derived from GNOME Chess, featuring UCI engine support for AI play.
A port of the Iagno (Reversi) game with multiple AI difficulty levels and touch-friendly interface.
Kindle-friendly version of Connect Four with AI levels and e-ink optimized patterns.
A Mahjongg solitaire app with tile artwork specifically adapted for grayscale e-ink displays.
Draughts (Checkers) supporting English 8x8 and International 10x10 variants with AI.
Klondike solitaire with high-contrast card symbols optimized for e-ink.
Xiangqi (Chinese Chess) with optional Pikafish engine support for strong AI play.
Over 30 classic logic puzzles ported to Kindle, with a launcher, booklet, and KUAL menu support.
Classic 9×9 Sudoku for Kindle. Tap a cell and use on-screen number buttons across multiple difficulties.
Combine tiles to reach 2048 using arrow-button controls.
Battleship port for Kindle.
Play Zork, Hitchhiker's Guide, and hundreds of free Z-machine text adventure games inside KOReader. E-ink is the perfect IF platform.
Classic drop-checker strategy game for two players.
Classic word-guessing game. Solve the hidden word before you run out of chances.
Classic mill strategy board game, available for KUAL (softfloat) and KTerm (hardfloat).
Classic TicTacToe for Kindle, launchable from KUAL.
Browser-based idle strategy game: play as an AI programmed to produce paperclips.
Kindle Booklet for Conway's Game Of Life.
Modern Game Boy emulator for Kindle with advanced features, multi-touch support, and improved performance.
Original Game Boy emulator for Kindle. Recommended for older or softfloat Kindles.
Play Z-Machine, Glulx, TADS, and other interactive fiction formats on Kindle.
Prevent data loss when deregistering your Kindle with this simple booklet utility.
Detect whether your Kindle is soft-float or hard-float architecture.
Local Kindle flashcard app with custom decks and spaced repetition.
Tailscale VPN Extension for secure SSH access and remote management.
Available Linux Chroots links for Kindle.
Launch websites in a minimal fullscreen view on HF Kindles.
Launch Java jar files on your Kindle, including Minecraft.
Download manga from your Amazon Kindle library through the Kindle Web Reader.
Keeps Bluetooth active so your headphones stay connected while you read.
Kindle notes app with editable notes and a simple Kanban board for tasks.
Lightweight browser-based Pomodoro focus timer for Kindle. No dependencies.
Minimal flashcard reviewer for Kindle, powered by the real Anki backend.
Analyze, visualize, and organize your ebook collection to keep storage under control.
Remote CLI access to your Kindle over a local network via Telnet.
Convert manga and comics for e-ink with cleaner fullscreen output. No jailbreak needed.
A website that adds tons of apps and games designed for Kindle.
Manage Kindle files with Filebrowser or Syncthing using either KUAL or GUI.
Host a LAN Minecraft server (1.7–1.8) directly on your Kindle.
View and control your Kindle screen from a browser, automate taps, and debug layouts over your local network.
Reformat PDF and DJVU files for better readability on Kindle-sized screens.
Sources for screensaver art: galleries, communities, and creator channels.
The official Kindle modding wiki with step-by-step jailbreaks and the most comprehensive guide to Kindle dev.
Mesquite & WAFs and Illusion Guide — comprehensive reference for developing with the Mesquite web-app engine and Illusion framework.
Build Kindle apps with HTML/CSS/JS using the Mesquite and Illusion toolchain.
Lightweight terminal editor for HF Kindles—run in KTerm or over SSH.
On-device package manager. Browse, install, update, and manage Kindle mods without manual downloads.
Fast HF Kindle text editor with GUI and terminal modes, Lua scripting, and syntax highlighting.
Remove browser download limits, enable file:// access, and pick a custom search engine.
KOReader walkthrough for rotating custom sleep screen art without touching system files.
What is KUAL and why do I need it?
Diagnose whether your Kindle is truly bricked and follow restore steps.
How to reset forgotten parental control passwords on your Kindle.
Learn to develop your first KOReader plugin using Lua.
macOS-specific steps: USB driver setup and connection requirements before running jailbreak scripts.
A scary error with a less scary meaning.
OTA blocking is one of the most important steps when jailbreaking — make sure you did it right.
Random files like "KPPMainApp" or "Mesquite" appearing on your home screen — what they are and how to stop them.
Fill your Kindle's storage during jailbreaking to prevent automatic firmware updates from closing the jailbreak window.
Manage your Kindle over the network — install apps and manage files without USB.
PEKI is the modern replacement for MRPI when installing KUAL — fewer issues and works in more scenarios.
Overview of the KindleForge app store — install KUAL, KOReader, OTA checker, Alpine Linux, and more.
Switch Amazon accounts without losing your jailbreak files — useful when you had to register a different account to jailbreak.
Scriptlets are one of the most common ways to run apps on Kindle — what they are and how to use them.
Enable Bluetooth features on Kindles sold in non-Audible regions.