Are you looking for a way to install unknown apps on your Fire TV Stick? It can be frustrating searching through the Amazon Appstore and not finding what you’re looking for.
You may think there is no other way to get the app or game that you want. Well, I have good news! There is another option called side-loading but first you must enable the option to install unknown apps.
In this tutorial, I’ll walk you through how to enable installing unknown applications onto your Fire TV Stick with ease.
Why install unknown apps on your Fire TV Stick?
The main reason is that you can get apps and games not found in the Amazon Appstore. You’ll have access to more content, which means more entertainment.
Benefits of using third-party apps
The benefits of using third-party apps are that you’ll have access to more content than the Amazon Appstore, and the ability to customize your Fire TV Stick. You can sideload any app with an .apk file.
- Access to apps not available in the Amazon Appstore
- Use of apps with more features than the ones found in the store
- Ability to download updates faster than from waiting for them on the Appstore
- Greater selection of entertainment options
Risks
Before installing unknown applications onto your device, make sure you are downloading from a reliable source otherwise you risk having malware on your Fire TV Stick.
How to enable installing unknown apps on your Fire TV Stick?
The first step is to install an app that manages files and lets you install unknown apps. Check out Downloader or ES File Explorer – they’re both in the Amazon Appstore.
Next from your home screen, go to Settings on your Fire TV Stick.
Select the My Fire TV option.
Choose Developer Options.
Find and select the Install unknown apps.
For the apps listed, toggle the setting to On. This will grant permission for the apps listed to install apps from unknown sources beyond Amazon Appstore.
Summary
Installing unknown apps on your Fire TV Stick can be a great way to access more content and customize your device. It is important to take the necessary precautions when downloading from unknown sources as this may put malware on your device.
To enable this option, you must first install an app manager like Downloader or ES File Explorer, then head into the settings of your Fire TV Stick and follow the steps listed to turn on Install unknown apps.
After you have enabled this option, you can start side-loading applications onto your device.
