How to Install FlixHQ on FireStick [Super Easy Steps]

This guide will show you how to install and watch FlixHQ on FireStick in super easy steps. The steps apply to all FireOS-compatible devices, including Fire TV, FireStick Lite, Fire TV Stick 4K, New Fire TV Stick 4K, New Fire TV Stick 4K Max, and Fire TV Cube.

What is FlixHQ?

FlixHQ is a third-party or unofficial app for watching on-demand content for free, including movies and shows.

Like most unofficial apps, it doesn’t host any content. Instead, it aggregates streaming links from external sources and avails them on the app, ready to play.

This means you can find most movies and TV shows on the app, from classic titles and box office hits to the latest releases. The intuitive design and warm background colors make it a visually appealing app. The playback is decent, with most videos streaming in HD.

FlixHQ does not show ads, which is a plus point for a free streaming platform. Moreover, you don’t need to sign up for an account. However, you can register to save and sync your watch history across devices.

FlixHQ’s content library is substantial and updated regularly to include the latest releases and trending titles. In my experience, it’s a decent choice if you’re looking for a hassle-free way to stream movies and TV shows on FireStick.

As you’ll find out during installation, FlixHQ and Onstream are the same apps. The steps and related images might show both names interchangeably.

Read: How to Install and Use Best VPN for FireStick

Features of FlixHQ Movie App

Here are the top features of the app:

• Hundreds of free movies and TV shows
• An attractive and well-designed user interface
• High-quality content, mostly in HD
• No registration is required to access content
• Ad-free streaming experience
• Minimal buffering
• Supported on Android-based devices.
• Content is updated regularly to ensure the latest and trending videos are added.

Is FlixHQ Movie App Safe & Legal?

The safety and legality aspects of any app are of utmost importance. Ensuring that the apps you download are secure and safe is the first step to online privacy and safety.

FlixHQ may raise concerns because it is unavailable on the Amazon Store.

I scanned the FlixHQ APK file on VirusTotal to test for malware. Fortunately, the scan results below show no suspicious files. Please see the screenshot of the scan results below:

Unofficial apps usually offer pirated content, so the legality of FlixHQ is also in question. At FireStickTricks, we do not have adequate resources to confirm whether the app is legal.

We won’t encourage copyright violations, but your privacy is important. Therefore, I recommend using a reputed VPN like ExpressVPN while streaming on FlixHQ.

How to Install FlixHQ Movie App on FireStick

 Legal Disclaimer: This tutorial is purely educational. FireStickTricks.com doesn’t own, host, operate, resell, or distribute any streaming apps, addons, websites, IPTV or services. The page contains some unverified services, and we are not certain whether they hold legal licenses to distribute the content. FireStickTricks.com does not verify the legality of each app/service in all regions. Do your due diligence if you use any of the unverified apps/services, and stream only content that is available in the public domain. The end-user shall be solely responsible for the media accessed. 

As stated in the above section, FlixHQ is unavailable via official app stores, including Amazon. Therefore, you need to sideload it on FireStick. I have categorized the installation into two parts to make things simpler.

Here are the details:

1. Part 1 – Prepare FireStick to Sideload FlixHQ
2. Part 2 – Sideload FlixHQ on Fire TV

Part 1: Prepare FireStick to Sideload FlixHQ

The first step in installing an unofficial application is to prepare FireStick to sideload it. This requires you to download another application called Downloader. Next, you must enable Downloader to sideload any third-party app on FireStick.

Here are the brief steps to get Downloader on the streaming device.

1. Go to FireStick Home and select Find>Search. Enter Downloader in the search field. Next, tap the Downloader tab from the suggested results. Lastly, open the app’s installation dashboard and press Download/ Get to install the app.

2. Go to FireStick Settings and access the My Fire TV section. Click Developer Options.

You will see one of the following two options depending on your FireStick device version:

• Option 1 - Install Unknown Apps: Click it and proceed to the next step to enable Downloader.
• Option 2 - Apps from Unknown Sources: Click this option and then click Turn On on the following prompt. Skip the next step.

Part 2: Sideload FlixHQ on Fire TV

Now that you have the Downloader app, let’s start the installation. Please follow these steps:

1. While on FireStick’s home menu, navigate to the All Apps icon. Click on it to reveal downloaded apps.

2. The Apps & Channels window will load. Select the Downloader app icon.

3. Once the Downloader launches, you will see the page below. The app features sections like Home, Browser, Files, etc. To sideload an app, access the Home menu and click on the Enter a URL or Search Term tab.

4. Use the on-screen keyboard to enter firesticktricks.com/flixhq in the search field and click Go.

Disclaimer: FireStickTricks.com does not own or host any APKs. The URL above points to an external source.

5. The file will start downloading. You can view the File download progress to see how long it may take.

6.  Click Install to download the FlixHQ app to your device.

7. Depending on your internet connection, the installation may take a few moments. Once the app has been successfully installed, click Done to close the window.

8. Select Delete to remove the FlixHQ APK file. Now that the app has been installed, you no longer need this file; deleting it saves on storage space.

9. Press Delete again to confirm.

This is how you install FlixHQ on FireStick.

Your FireStick / Fire TV is now all ready to stream your favorite content. However, before you start, I would like to warn you that everything you stream online is visible to your ISP and Government. This means, streaming free movies, TV shows, Sports might get you into legal trouble. 

Thankfully, there is a foolproof way to keep all your streaming activities hidden from your ISP and the Government. All you need is a good VPN for Fire Stick. A VPN will mask your original IP which is and will help you bypass Online Surveillance, ISP throttling, and content geo-restrictions.

I personally use and recommend ExpressVPN, which is the fastest and most secure VPN. It is compatible with all kinds of streaming apps and is very easy to install on Fire TV / Stick.

We do not encourage the violation of copyright laws. But, what if you end up streaming content from an illegitimate source unintentionally? It is not always easy to tell the difference between a legit and illegal source.

So, before you start streaming on your Fire Stick / Fire TV, let’s see how to use ExpressVPN to keep your streaming activities hidden from prying eyes.

Step 1: Subscribe to ExpressVPN HERE. It comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee. Meaning, you can use it free for the first 30-days and if you are not satisfied with the performance (which is highly unlikely), you can ask for a full refund.

Step 2: Power ON your Fire TV Stick and go to Find followed by Search option.

Step 3: Now type “Expressvpn” (without quotes) in the search bar and select ExpressVPN when it shows up in the search results.

Step 4: Click Download to install the ExpressVPN app on Fire TV / Stick.

Step 5: Open the app and enter the login credentials that you created while buying the ExpressVPN subscription. Click Sign in.

Step 6: Click the Power icon to connect to a VPN server. That’s all. Your connection is now secure with the fastest and best VPN for FireStick.

You can also read more detailed info on using ExpressVPN with Fire TV / Stick.

How to Setup FlixHQ Movie App on FireStick

As we noted earlier, OnStream backs FlixHQ. They are one app with the same design, just a different name. That said, we will use the names interchangeably in this setup tutorial.

If you intend to use FlixHQ regularly, create a home screen shortcut to keep it easily accessible.

Access the Apps & Channels menu and select the OnStream icon. The app will launch. Please give it a few moments to load the content.

You will see a Welcome back window when the app loads. The app offers three streaming options:

1. Watch 1800+ movies/ shows
2. Sign in with an email
3. Quick sign in

Let’s explore the options.

First, tap on Sign in with email.

A Sign-in menu will open. You can use your email and password to sign in. However, new users must press Register to create a new account.

Enter your account details, like name, email, and password. Then, press Register now.

The next option is Quick sign in. Select it to complete sign-in via your mobile phone.

To complete the process, follow the on-screen instructions and enter the code that appears on your phone.

Lastly, you can stream many movies and shows on OnStream without creating an account or signing in. Press the Watch 1800+ movies/ shows tab to start streaming.

How to Use FlixHQ on FireStick

You must have completed the FlixHQ installation and setup by now. This section will describe how to use the app. For beginners, OnStream features a user-friendly and easy-to-understand design.

Follow the user guide to get started. When the app opens, the home window launches by default. The app also features various sections like Search, Home, Movies, TV Series, and MyBoard.

Moreover, the home menu lists the recent releases and trending titles. You can scroll down to explore many streaming categories.

The first category is called Trending. Scroll right to explore more options.

The following section is called Popular. Tap on any available title to start streaming.

You can press Play now to watch the content, or you can press the Add to My List tab to save it for later.

Next, let’s explore the side menus. Select the Movies tab to explore the section.

The section is divided into various categories like Latest, Popular, etc.

Now go to the TV Series menu.

The TV Series menu has sections similar to the Movies tab. You can explore the available options individually.

FlixHQ’s search feature lets you find specific titles. Press the Search bar at the top to launch the menu.

Enter a keyword in the search field using the virtual keyboard. You will see all the relevant results.

Press the MyBoard icon at the bottom of the side menu.

It has sections like Continue, History, My Profile, and Settings. Press the Settings menu to view the available options.

The menu offers two sections called Contact and Exit Onstream.

FAQ’s

Can I watch content on the FlixHQ app without creating an account?

Yes, you can. FlixHQ lets you start streaming content on the platform without creating an account. However, the option to register an account and login is available. Logging in lets you track your watch history and sync your data across multiple devices.

Is FlixHQ the same as OnStream?

Yes, FlixHQ and OnStream are the same apps from one developer. They have a similar user interface, menu, and settings. The only slight difference is that FlixHQ has a corresponding streaming site with a similar name, while OnsStream doesn’t.

Is the FlixHQ app free?

Yes, FlixHQ is entirely free to use.

Can I connect premium providers with the FlixHQ app?

No, the FlixHQ app does not allow you to use premium providers like Real Debrid, Premiumize, All Debrid, etc.

Wrapping Up

FlixHQ is one of the best FireStick apps for streaming free movies and TV shows. It is free, shows no ads, and has a decent content library that’s constantly updated. It is also attractive, with an intuitive user interface that simplifies navigation and playback.

Have you learned how to install and watch FlixHQ on FireStick? What do you like about the app? Share your experience in the comments section below.

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