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How to Install (and Sideload) Apps on Fire TV

Unleash the full power of your Fire TV by learning how to install any app, even those not available in the Amazon Appstore.

Published on May 10, 2026

Installing from the Appstore

  1. From the home screen, navigate to the "Find" or "Search" menu.
  2. Type the name of the app you want to install.
  3. Select the app and click "Get" or "Download".

Sideloading with the Downloader App

  1. Enable "Apps from Unknown Sources" in the Developer Options settings.
  2. Install the "Downloader" app from the Appstore.
  3. Open Downloader and enter the URL of the APK file you wish to install.

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