Sideloading a Fire TV device is not very difficult, but it is significantly more complicated than downloading and installing official apps.
Why Should You Sideload Fire TV Apps?
Before You Begin: Prepare Your Fire TV Device for Sideloading
Regardless of which method you use to sideload your Fire TV device, the first thing you need to do is prepare your device for sideloading. For security reasons, Fire TV devices are not able to sideload apps unless you change two settings. This is an easy process, and you only need to do it once. Your Fire TV device is now ready to sideload using either of the following methods.
How to Sideload a Fire TV Device Using a Downloader App
You can sideload apps to any Fire TV device, including the Fire TV Stick and Fire TV Cube, using a downloader app. This method doesn’t require any additional equipment, because it uses a downloader app that is freely available from the official Fire TV app store. Here’s how to sideload your Fire TV using a downloader app:
How to Sideload a Fire TV Device With an Android Phone
If you have an app installed on your Android phone and would like to have the same app installed on your Fire TV device, there’s a way to sideload directly from your phone to your Fire TV. This method requires an Android phone, so it is not helpful if you are an iPhone user. Your sideloaded app is now ready to use. Here’s how to sideload apps from your Android phone to your Fire TV device: The sideloaded app is now ready to use on your Fire TV.
