Fire TV: Install apps - it's that easy
If you want to install apps on your Amazon Fire TV (stick), you can do it via the official app store and also via sideload. We show you in this guide the procedure for both options.
Install apps on Amazon Fire TV
Note: Numerous Android apps run on the Fire TV, but only a limited number are offered for the device. In this guide, we'll show you how to install other Android apps like Sky Go.
- Start your Amazon Fire TV and navigate to the "Apps" category at the top of the menu.
- Here you will find the most popular apps in different categories, such as "media libraries" and "games".
- If you select a desired app here, you can install the application on the Fire TV via "obtain".
- If you are looking for a specific app, use the home button to return to the start screen and select "Search" in the top left.
- Most apps are free on Fire TV. If you have to pay for an app, you will always be clearly informed.
- Note: The YouTube app was only available via detours in the meantime, but is now available for download again as usual. For more information on the dispute between Amazon and YouTube, read on in this practical tip.
In the next practical tip you will find all the key combinations of the Fire TV remote control.