In this guide, you will learn how to jailbreak FireStick and install popular streaming apps for free movies, TV shows, Live TV, Sports and a lot more. This 2019’s jailbreak method demonstrated here also works on FireStick 4K, Fire TV, and Fire TV Cube.
Amazon FireStick is an incredibly popular streaming device. This simple yet feature-rich device is a low-cost solution to convert any regular TV with HDMI compatibility into a smart TV. FireStick lets you stream content from a variety of online media and entertainment services like Netflix, Amazon Prime Videos, Hulu, Hotstar, and several TV Networks.
That’s all wonderful. But, there is a major drawback. You must pay a subscription fee in order to watch content through these entertainment services. And, their subscriptions aren’t cheap; they can burn a big hole in your pocket.
This is where FireStick jailbreak comes into the picture. Jailbreaking allows you to get third-party streaming apps that give you free access to all your favorite movies, shows, live TV channels, sports and more. And, yes! jailbreaking a FireStick is totally legal. You have bought the device, you own it and you can do with it whatever you like. However, if you stream pirated content on it, it would be illegal and hence your problem buddy!!!
Disclaimer: We do not encourage or promote streaming copyrighted content. Please be a good just of your actions.
How to Jailbreak FireStick
Although Amazon Fire Stick jailbreak process isn’t exactly a cakewalk, it’s not some rocket science either. I have broken down the process in easy to follow step-by-step instructions. Just make sure you follow the instructions exactly as provided and you will have a jailbroken FireStick within minutes.
You might have seen some Jailbroken FireSticks for sale on the internet. Such devices are usually sold $40-50 above the retail price. You really don’t need to spend those extra bucks for a jailbroken FireStick, when you can do it all by yourself and like I said, “within minutes.” Moreover, I have seen people facing legal battles for selling jailbroken FireSticks.
Just closely follow the steps mentioned below and you’ll easily be able to jailbreak Amazon Fire Stick. I have successfully run these steps multiple times on 2nd Generation FireStick with Alexa Voice remote and FireStick 4K. I will also show you how to use Jailbroken FireStick in the later section of this guide. Stay tuned.
Attention FireStick Users: Read before you continue
Governments and ISPs across the world monitor their users' online activities. If found streaming copyrighted content on your Fire TV Stick, you could get into serious trouble. Currently, your IP is visible to everyone. I strongly recommend you to get a good FireStick VPN and hide your identity so that your movie viewing experience doesn’t take a bad turn.
I use ExpressVPN which is the fastest and most secure VPN in the industry. It is very easy to install on any device including Amazon Fire TV Stick. Also, it comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you don't like their service, you can always ask for a refund. ExpressVPN also has a special deal where you can get 3 months free and save 49% on annual plan.
Read: How to Install and Use Best VPN for FireStick
Step 1: Setting Up the Fire Stick for Jailbreaking
First, you need to tweak a FireStick setting to allow the jailbreak process to work. This native setting is all you need to tweak to get started. You are NOT infiltrating any system settings or manipulating any operating system core files. This jailbreak hack is simpler than most people think. You don’t even need a computer. All you need is your FireStick, its remote, and an internet connection.
1. Select Settings on the FireStick home-screen using your remote (the menu bar option on the far right on the top)
2. Now select and click My Fire TV (or Device on FireSticks with older software)
3. Open Developer Options on the next screen
4. Now simply enable or switch ON: Apps from Unknown Sources
5. Click Turn on when prompted
This is all you need to do to prep your FireStick for the jailbreak process. Let’s move to the next part.
Step 2: Install ES File Explorer on FireStick
ES File Explorer happens to be a wonderful File Manager application. At the same time, it is also a very handy sideloading tool for Amazon FireStick and other Android devices. This app is free and you can download it within a minute from the Amazon App Store.
You will need ES File Explorer to jailbreak FireStick and install different streaming apps on it. It is absolutely free and you can download it easily from the Amazon App Store.
1. Go to the FireStick home-screen and use your remote to select the Search option (lens icon) in the top-right corner of the display
2. Now search for ES File Explorer using the on-screen keypad. Click ES File Explorer when you see it in the search results
3. Click the ES File Explorer icon on the next screen and Download on the screen that follows
4. Click Open to launch the ES File Explorer app
Step 3: Jailbreak FireStick
Installing Kodi is the last step to jailbreaking FireStick. Kodi is a media application that gives you access to the huge world of free entertainment. It lets you watch your favorite Movies, Shows, TV Channels, Sports, content for Kids and a lot more. Yes, you can stream anything you want. All you need is the right Kodi Addons and Builds.
We will jailbreak FireStick with Kodi using the ES File Explorer app that you just downloaded from the Amazon Store. Here are the steps:
1. Open ES File Explorer. Click the Downloader icon on the right part of the home screen (you may also click Tools > Download Manager on the left)
2. Click +New on the bottom
3. When this window is displayed, enter the following URL where it says Path:
https://www.firesticktricks.com/kapk
Type Kodi 18 in the Name section (you may also leave this section blank)
Click Download Now
4. Wait for the ES File Explorer app to download the Kodi 18.3 APK
5. Click Open file
6. Click Install
7. Click Install on the window that appears next
8. Wait for Kodi app to install. It should not take more than a minute or two
9. App Installed notification will confirm that Kodi has been installed on FireStick.
Great! Your FireStick is now jailbroken.
Click Open to run Kodi. If you want to open Kodi later, click Done. You may open it later from the Your Apps & Channels list.
10. Kodi will take a minute to open if it is the first time. That’s normal. This is how the home-screen of Kodi looks like.
Wondering what to do next? Kodi is a clean slate for now with nothing to play. Just keep reading this guide to learn how to use a jailbroken FireStick.
How to Use Jailbroken FireStick
Now that you have jailbroken your Fire TV Stick, it is time you knew how to make the maximum out of your device.
However, before you start using your jailbroken Fire Stick, I would like to warn you that everything you stream on Kodi or other streaming apps is visible to your ISP and Government. This means, streaming copyrighted content (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 helps 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 Kodi friendly and very easy-to-install on Fire TV / Stick.
We do not encourage the violation of the 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 using your jailbroken Fire Stick, 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 freely for the first 30-days and if you are not satisfied with the performance (which is highly unlikely), you can ask for the full refund.
Step 2: Power ON your Fire TV / Stick and go to “Search” option on the extreme left. Now type “Expressvpn” (without quotes) in the search bar and select ExpressVPN when it shows up in the search results
Step 3: Click “Download” to install the ExpressVPN app for Fire TV / Stick.
Step 4: Open the app and enter your login credentials which you created while buying the ExpressVPN subscription. Click “Sign in”
Step 5: 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.
Now that you are secured, it is time to start using Kodi on your Fire TV/Stick.
As I have already said, Kodi doesn’t host any content of its own. You will need to source the content from outside. One way is to play the media saved on your local storage. However, that’s not where the real worth of Kodi lies. The biggest advantage of Kodi is that it opens the doors to the vast world of free content on the internet.
Our Ultimate Beginner’s Guide for Kodi will help you get started in no time.
Video Add-ons for Kodi
The very first thing you need to start streaming content is a good video addon for Kodi. Addon is the plugin that lets Kodi connect to the media world on the internet and play your favorite content. Kodi cannot do it alone, without a suitable addon. There are literally hundreds of addons out there for Movies, Shows, Live TV/IPTV, Sports, Kids’ Content, and a lot more. Our comprehensive list of best Kodi addons covers the video add-ons in all these categories. Here are some of my personal recommendations:
- Movies & TV Shows: Exodus Redux
- Live TV/IPTV: cCloud Addon
- Sports: Rising Tides
- Kids: HootLoop V2
Kodi Builds
Unlike the addons, you don’t necessarily need a Kodi build to start watching your favorite content. However, I recommend using builds as they dramatically enhance your overall Kodi experience. One of the biggest benefits of having a build is that it comes with multiple preinstalled addons. You do not need to install them separately. Most builds are preloaded with the popular and working addons. The builds also offer a graphical transformation to the Kodi interface. With the builds, Kodi usually becomes more user-friendly and easier to interact with. Our list of Best Kodi Builds introduces you to the most useful and trending builds. Here are my recommendations:
Video Guide to Jailbreak Amazon FireStick
How to Jailbreak FireStick (via Downloader)
While ES File Explorer is an excellent app, it may not necessarily work for every user. Therefore, I am showing you how to Jailbreak FireStick using the Downloader app. Follow the steps below.
- Go to Settings > My Fire TV
- Open Developer Options
- Turn on Apps from Unknown Sources
- Go back to the Settings page
- Open Preferences > Privacy Settings
- Disable Device Usage Data
- Disable Collect App Usage Data
- Go to the home screen of your FireStick
- Select the Search tool in the top-left corner
- Type Downloader using FireStick Remote
- Click Downloader when shows up in the search results
- Click Download
- Wait while Downloader is downloaded and installed
- Click Open to run Downloader app
- On the right part of the Downloader, Click in the URL field
- Enter the URL firesticktricks.com/kapk and Click Go
- When the Kodi APK file has downloaded, click Open file
- Click Install on the next ES Explorer prompt
- Scroll down to the bottom right of the next window and click Install again
- You will see the App installed notification soon. Great! You have jailbroken FireStick using Downloader
Best Jailbreak Apps for FireStick
Kodi is one great way to jailbreak FireStick. But it is not the only way. There are some FireStick jailbreak apps you can install and start watching your favorite content in no time. Whether you like to stream TV Shows, Flicks, Live TV Channels, Sports, Kids, these apps have it all covered.
Disclaimer: I can’t vouch for the legal status of these apps. Users must NOT use any recommended apps for accessing copyrighted streams. I recommend watching only free content that is available in the Public domain and is free from any copyrights.
I will now introduce you to some of the best jailbreak apps.
Note: To install and use these jailbreak apps, you must set up your FireStick as you did for Kodi. Go to Settings > My Fire TV > Developer Options and enable Apps from Unknown Sources
Cinema APK for Movies and TV Shows
Cinema APK is one of the best apps to watch on-demand movies and TV shows on FireStick. This Android app is designed to be completely compatible with FireStick remote. It has a huge database of content, which is regularly updated. You will find the new content within minutes after its release.
Formerly known as HDMovies, Cinema APK gives you plenty of playback options. It uses high-quality scrapers to fetch the best working streams from the internet. You can play the videos in up to 1080 HD resolution. With Real-Debrid integration, the app scrapes even superior quality streams. You can also sign in to your Trakt account within Cinema APK to sync your watchlist, history, etc.
This lightweight app is easy to install. Let me show you how:
1. Open ES File Explorer app and click the Downloader icon on the right
2. Enter the following path: https://www.firesticktricks.com/cinema
Enter cinema or any desired name
Click Download now
3. Click Open file > Install on the next two prompts on ES File Explorer
Click Install on this window
4. Click Done to open the app later or click Open to run it now
Mobdro for Live TV Channels
Mobdro is one of the most preferred apps to watch Live TV on FireStick for free. The app has a comprehensive library of TV channels in various categories including News, Shows, Movies, Sports, Music, Gaming, Animals, Tech, Spiritual and more. There are more than 300 channels from the US, UK, Canada, and other countries to choose from.
The app offers a simple user interface allowing you to easily browse the channels. Mobdro is a lightweight app that works almost flawlessly on FireStick. Mobdro is safe and does not require any signup or registration. It lets you get started immediately. I recommend Mobdro as a must-have app to those who want to watch Live TV channels.
To install Mobdro, follow these steps:
1. On the ES File Explorer app main-screen, click the Downloader icon on the right
2. Type in the following URL: https://www.firesticktricks.com/mob
Enter any name you like
Click Download now
3. Click Open file > Install on the next two prompts on ES File Explorer
Click Install on this window
4. When the installation is complete, click Open and run the app (or Done to use the app later)
Redbox TV for Sports Channels
Redbox TV is primarily a Live TV/IPTV app for FireStick. However, after having used several apps, I realized that it has the biggest collection of working Sports channels. Therefore, I personally consider Redbox TV as the best option to watch Live Sports.
The Sports section of this app features more than 120 channels. A lot of them are from the USA. You will also find plenty of international sports channels from the UK, Canada, Asia and more.
Whether you want to watch Soccer, American Football, WWE, F1, Basketball, Basketball, Golf, Cricket, Redbox TV has sports channels for you. All you need to do is install the app, go to this Sports section and pick your favorite sports channel.
To install Redbox TV, follow these steps:
1. Install Downloader app from Amazon Store (select lens/search option on the FireStick home screen in the upper-left corner and lookup for the app)
Also read: How to sideload apps on FireStick using Downloader app
Open the Downloader app and click the URL field
2. Enter the following URL: http://redboxtv.xyz
Click GO
3. You are redirected to the Browser section of the Downloader app. When the page has loaded, click DOWNLOAD FOR ANDROID
4. When the file has downloaded, click INSTALL
5. Wait for Redbox TV FireStick app to install
If you have followed everything that I have shown above, you should be able to stream anything for free, let it be movies, TV shows, Live TV, or sports.
FAQ: Jailbreak FireStick
Here are some of the most frequently asked questions regarding FireStick jailbreak process.
Is it safe to jailbreak FireStick?
Technically speaking, what I demonstrated in this guide is not truly a jailbreak. The real jailbreaking process requires tweaking an OS and gaining access to the root files. What you did here is simply installed a trusted, safe and legal third-party app called Kodi onto your FireStick. This means, our jailbreak process is 100% risk-free.
Do I lose the warranty on Amazon FireStick when I Jailbreak it?
You do not lose or void FireStick warranty as all you are doing is installing an app and not making any changes to the device software or hardware.
What can I do with my Jailbroken FireStick?
When you jailbreak FireStick with Kodi, you allow yourself the opportunity to watch free movies and shows. But, for that, you need to install Kodi addons first. Add-ons are easy to install and we have several guides to help you. You can check our list of best Kodi Addons here.
Does Fire Stick Jailbreaking cost anything?
Jailbreaking is a completely safe process and does not cost you anything. While jailbreaking, you install Kodi, which is free. Kodi has plenty of free addons that let you watch movies, shows, live TV etc. at no cost. However, if you want to use the premium addons or services, you will be required to pay the subscription fee as per the requirements.
Does jailbreaking slow down my FireStick?
Ideally, it does not. Kodi is a lightweight application and it does not have any significant or noticeable impact on the performance of FireStick. However, FireStick storage is limited and if a lot of space has already been taken up, you may experience performance issues. It would be a good idea to clear FireStick storage of all the clutter and unnecessary files. For instance, if you have installed any third-party apps on FireStick, make sure you delete the APK files to clear up space.
How do you Jailbreak a FireStick 4K?
2nd Gen Fire TV Stick and the new Fire TV Stick 4K has the same interface. I have tested this guide on FireStick 4K and it works fine. If you have 4K FireStick, go ahead and perform the above steps without hesitation.
Is it okay to buy a pre-jailbroken Amazon FireStick?
I am highly against buying a pre-jailbroken device. It is best to buy the original FireStick and use it straight out of the box. Those who sell you the jailbroken FireStick may have tampered with your software or hardware in other ways too. Moreover, there are many known instances where sellers of jailbroken Firesticks are facing legal charges.
Conclusion
So, that is how you jailbreak FireStick with Kodi and gain access to unlimited free content for nonstop streaming. The jailbreak process is not only easy but also completely risk-free. All you need to do is install a popular and widely trusted third-party app Kodi or FireStick jailbreak apps. Once you have done that, you may want to elevate your entertainment experience to the next level. That you can do with the best Kodi builds, top Kodi addons and best FireStick apps.
I have been using this jailbreak for several months without any hiccups or hassles. I am confident it will work great for you too. But, should you run into any trouble, feel free to drop us a comment below. I will do my best to take care of your issues.
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error code 1044 after i installed expressvpn kodi
Hi, did you encounter this error while streaming geo-blocked content? If yes, switch to another server. Let me know if that helps.
Swift is out of business. What are some other sports apps?
Hi, yes, Swift Streamz is no longer an option. Thanks for pointing that out. I will update our guide shortly.
Try one of the other IPTV apps. You will find sports channel in each app. Here is the list: https://www.firesticktricks.com/amazon-fire-stick-apps.html#Best_FireStick_Apps_for_Sports_Live_TV
Hi, what would be wrong with the firestick if it continually gives me a “network lost” msg and I cant get rid of it? The remote is not working it seems. thank you
Hi Tony, I am not sure if I can assist you with this issue remotely. Try to restart firestick. Make sure you unplug it from the power source. If this does not work, you may try resetting it to factory defaults. Go to Settings > My Fire TV > Reset to Factory defaults
About the remote, here is our guide that might help: https://www.firesticktricks.com/firestick-remote-not-working.html
What add one can i use that will show me payperview channels
Hi, here are some addons with pay-per-view content:
Deceit: https://www.firesticktricks.com/deceit-kodi-addon.html
Planet MMA: https://www.firesticktricks.com/install-planet-mma-kodi-addon.html
UK Turk Playlists: https://www.firesticktricks.com/uk-turk-playlists-kodi-addon.html
The Magic Dragon: https://www.firesticktricks.com/magic-dragon-kodi-addon.html
Do you need to be logged into an Amazon account to use firestick? Thanks
Hi Rick, yes you will need to log in to an Amazon account while setting up your FireStick for the first use. If you don’t have an account, you can create one.
I just installed 3 this past weekend, but I used Tody Point instead of Kodi, are they basically the same? And can you still use the ExpressVPN without using Kodi?
Hi Tom, I haven’t even heard of Tody Point app. I would rather stick with Kodi.
Of course, you can use ExpressVPN without Kodi. In fact, even if you don’t use Kodi, it is recommended that you still have ExpressVPN. It will protect your device and your online activities. And, since it allows up to 5 simultaneous connections, you can use ExpressVPN to protect your other devices too.
I tried to watch a movie with Prime and I received an error code saying that a VPN was detected and the only way to watch the movie was to turn off the VPN. Error Code: INVALID-GEO-IP Any way to fix this?
Hi, looks like the server you are connected to has been flagged by this streaming platform. This happens. Even Netflix does that. All you need to do is connect to a different server. You may have to try a few servers before you succeed.
Jailbroke firestick 4k channel list. please I can’t find1.
Hi James, what exactly are you looking for?
I’ve tried titanium, xanax and two other builds but none will take.
Hi Dan, uninstall and reinstall Kodi and try to install the build again
I’ve tried everything. I went to 18.1 also and still no luck. On supreme wiz builds it pops up an error. On no limits wiz build it will build about 90% and then power off my firestick. When I go back into kodi i have same start up screen as blank kodi. I have gone into same screens and it appears as if some of the build went thru yet not complete. What’s puzzling is i did an 18.3 build with no limits wiz on another TV yesterday and went thru without any issues. I’m gonna keep trying everyday I guess….also wanted to mention in the site u have a couple updates saying 18.3 now works then another saying it doesnt. It’s hard to tell which is the most current.
Hi Dan, honestly I am puzzled too. More so, because it is working on another TV (and also on mine). Did you use the same FireStick on both TVs?
18.3 is the latest version. I would be grateful if you could point me to the guides/pages where it says otherwise. We will fix it.
Today I tried putting no limits wizard on two different firestick. One worked perfectly fine and the other is giving me the run around with wizard build not running. I also went to 18.1 and no luck…any suggestions.
When ifirst plug in am i supposed to register this on my personal amazon acct?
Hi Angi, are you talking about setting up your FireStick for the first time. Yes, you will need to sign in with your Amazon Account or create a new one. Here is our detailed guide: https://www.firesticktricks.com/how-to-set-up-amazon-fire-tv-stick-for-first-time.html
Does the vpn also work for the other Jailbreaking apps you mentioned like cinema
Hi Sara,
Yes, ExpressVPN protects all your apps and services on FireStick including Cinema HD APK and other jailbreaking apps. In fact, ExpressVPN offers up to 5 simultaneous connections. This means that besides FireStick, you can also protect your Mobile, Tablets, Computers, etc with this VPN
Yesterday we installed your jailbreak on our firestick. We tried to watch netflixes and I changed something. I am trying to install Kody and am getting a message “For security your TV has been set to block installation of apps obtained from unknown sources” Could you please tell me what I need to do in setting to finish setup.
Hi Glen, from the home screen of your FireStick, go to Settings > My Fire TV > Developer Options and switch ON “Apps from Unknown Sources”
Have 2 questions. 1. do you have to pay for watching sports? 2. Can videos and tv programs be saved to watch later? Thanks
Hi Stephen, to answer your 1st question: there are both paid and free apps for sports. Here is our list of Kodi sports addons: https://www.firesticktricks.com/best-kodi-addons.html#Best_Kodi_Addons_for_Sports
You may also try some of our FireStick APKs: https://www.firesticktricks.com/amazon-fire-stick-apps.html#Best_FireStick_Apps_for_Sports_Live_TV
Some addons and APKs allow you to mark the content as a favorite so that you may stream later. Some of them even let you download the content. However, I don’t recommend downloading content on FireStick as it has limited storage space
When my file download is complete I have a different screen than what you show on the kodiak 18
Hi Tammy, looks like you are using FireStick Generation 2. Don’t worry, navigate to the bottom and click Install. It will install Kodi 18 on your FireStick.
I have Jailbreaked my fire stick several times and it works fine for a while until Prime Video stops connecting, after I make a selection.
Then I have to Reset my firestick back to Factory and start the jail break process all over again!
Any tricks to get my prime video back without the factory reset?
Hi, when you are jailbreaking, you are simply installing a legitimate app Kodi. It does not affect any other features or functions of your FireStick. There must be some other issue with Prime. You may need to contact Amazon Support.
Mine did this last night! I waited for awhile and finally unplugged the power source and firestick. Plugged it back up and Voila’ everything was back to normal.
Just wanted to say thank you!
Will sport ppv events be accessible using this guide?
Hi, you might want to try some sports addons on our list of best addons for Kodi: https://www.firesticktricks.com/best-kodi-addons.html#Best_Kodi_Addons_for_Sports
My TV says while trying to download Kodi “For security, your TV has been set to block installation of apps obtained from unknown sources
Hi Nick, from the home screen of FireStick, go to Settings > My Fire TV > Developer Options
Make sure Apps from Unknown Sources is ON
Hi, I bought a pre-jailbreak Firestick 2 yrs ago and have been constantly having to update it through the seller…now that I no longer speak to the person that I bought the stick from, I can not continue because he said I need to update my device (16.4-2) to 18…and wanted to charge me again.
Is it easy for me to update? I tried to follow your steps thinking it would update my device but when I go into ES File Explorer or Downloader, an error “License Expired – The license for this app needs to be refreshed. Please try again.”….each time I tried, same error message
Please advise
TIA
Hi, you can do it all by yourself. Let me tell you how.
First, let’s address your ES Explorer concern. It looks like you bought the premium version of this app and the premium subscription was not renewed. Simply uninstall ES File Explorer and reinstall it.
Alternately, you may use the Downloader app. You will find the complete set of instructions to install Downloader in the following guide: https://www.firesticktricks.com/sideload-apps-on-firestick.html
Now, uninstall your existing Kodi (seems you have Kodi 16 Jarvis). Once it is uninstalled, follow our Jailbreak guide again. You may use the following link to get the latest version of Kodi: https://www.firesticktricks.com/kapk
Why does it say download fail after typing in the link and Kodi 18
Hi Owen, I used the link in ES File Explorer and it worked. You may have run into a temporary problem. Also, make sure you type the link correctly. Here is the link: https://www.firesticktricks.com/kapk
I Followed The guide and I Want To Watch Free Movies It Still Saying Saying Watch Prime Rent Buy Watch Trailer Add to watchlist more ways So I Seem To Have no Free Movies
Hi Tracey, here is our guide on how to use Kodi to watch free movies and shows: https://www.firesticktricks.com/how-to-use-kodi.html
You need to open Kodi on your FireStick and install addons first. This guide covers everything you need to know
What do you do when the show you are watching freezes. What does that mean and how do you correct it.
Hi Dionne, looks like you are experiencing buffering issues. Here is our troubleshooting guide: https://www.firesticktricks.com/fix-kodi-buffering.html
Thank you Patrick, for making KODI access simple and straightforward. I ‘followed the yellow brick road’ , set up KODI and downloaded three add-ons without a hitch.
Appreciate the effort you put into it!
Kbodd
Hello,
I have been fighting all day with my firestick. It tells me that billing address and payment method aren’t from a supporting region. I’ve checked everything and it is as it should be. How can I bypass this? it will not let me download anything that isn’t amazon related.
Hi Sav, please check the billing address at https://www.amazon.com/a/addresses. You must have the address of the region in which you are using your FireStick.
Also, make sure your one-click address is also of the same region. You can set the one-click address at the following link: https://www.amazon.com/cpe/manageoneclick
Why do it take long for the movie to play or upload?
Hi Sheryl, this could happen due to a number of reasons. How is your internet speed? Also, which app or addon are you using?
currently researching.. is there and free VPN that will work?
Hi Octave, I don’t recommend free VPN as they are not reliable. Try ExpressVPN. It is the best in the industry and comes with a 30-Day money-back guarantee. Check the following links for more information.
https://www.firesticktricks.com/how-free-vpns-make-money.html
https://www.firesticktricks.com/install-best-vpn-firestick.html
Does purchasing a VPN subscription cover multiple FireSticks?
Hi Chaz, most VPNs offer multiple simultaneous connections. So, yes, you can use a subscription on multiple FireSticks. Furthermore, if you configure the VPN at the router level, you can connect as many devices as you want to your Wi-Fi. However, your router must support such setup.
Thanks, Patrick
Are there any VPN Apps through Kodi to prevent tracking or is that something to add later?
Hi Chaz, there are no VPN addons/apps for Kodi. VPN apps must be installed separately. And, they not only protect Kodi but also streaming activities from all other apps.
Silly question I feel like but I pay for my amazon prime account, can I use the amazon prime app and my amazon account to watch amazon shows with a jail broken firestick?
Hi Karen, yes you can watch Amazon Prime. Jailbreaking does not affect the core functions of your Amazon FireStick.
I’m stuck at step 2 in the downloader app. Typed in url getting error message to check url and connection. Everything looks good to me.
Hey, you don’t need to type any URL in step 2. Just look up for the Downloader app in Amazon Store through the search function on the FireStick home screen. If you experienced an issue with the Kodi download link in the guide, please try again. I just checked and it worked fine for me. You may have encountered a temporary problem.
Patrick, thank you so much for ALL your grace and help. You are a rare fellow.
R~
When I download kodi or filelinked all it does is buffer so much can not watch anything
Hi Lee, here is our guide on how to fix buffering issues: https://www.firesticktricks.com/fix-kodi-buffering.html
Also, your ISP might be throttling internet speed. Try using the streaming services with a VPN
firestick remote will not turn on tv
Hi Sandy, it works only with the FireStick 4K remote. If you have one, and it is still not working, it is possible your TV is not compatible with the remote. Do the volume buttons on the FireStick remote work with your TV?
do you have to download the movies once you are on the cinema app?
Hi Hannah, no you can stream without downloading
Hi please can u advise if Redbox Tv is worth installing, i noticed the live tv option on Supremacy points me to this now
Hi, I am not sure how that works. Instead, try other streams that don’t prompt you to install Redbox TV. If Supremacy addon doesn’t have working streams, you may install other addons like:
cCloud TV: https://www.firesticktricks.com/ccloud-kodi-addon.html
Maverick TV: https://www.firesticktricks.com/maverick-tv-addon-kodi.html
i followed your steps but i cannot download the actual kodi app? Why is it? It only opens through the downloader app? Is there a way to fix this? Also how can I start watching movies again? This new setup looks confusing.
Hi Toney, you may use ES File Explorer as well. We have provided it as the alternate option to install Kodi on FireStick in this guide.
Once you have installed Kodi, you can get started with Kodi addons: https://www.firesticktricks.com/best-kodi-addons.html
And, Kodi Builds: https://www.firesticktricks.com/best-kodi-builds.html
I already have a jailbroken firestick I did purchase off internet now all it does is buffer can I wipe it out and start over and follow your directions or should I buy a new one and start over.
Thanks
Hi Denny, I don’t recommend buying a jailbroken FireStick. Why to spend extra bucks when you can do everything on your own?
I suggest resetting your FireStick to factory settings and then follow the jailbreak guide above.
To reset — Go to Settings > My Fire TV > Reset to Factory Defaults
Need help to jailbreak my Amazon fire stick
I follow instructions what I read on your site but when I go to search menu and type in that file to download it isn’t sane search not found
Hi Dane, do you mean you couldn’t install Downloader app? You may use ES File Explorer instead. There is a section in the guide on “How to Jailbreak FireStick (via ES File Explorer)”
Perfect supercharge guide. I am loving my Firestick even more now.
I am just going to throw my two cents in here but if you install a “build” like ‘No Limits Magic’, or ANY of Diggz builds, you will be in Kodi Zen. There is any and everything you could ever want – in one convenient install.
Having problems
Hi Trishia, could you please elaborate on the nature of the problem?
Brand new to this, but I can do it. One question….can I use more than kodi on the stick? Like can i add kodi and cinema apk and not run out of storage? Or can I only choose to add one?
Hi Lauren, FireStick has limited storage but there is enough to accommodate both Kodi and Cinema APK. In fact, you can install all the apps that I mentioned on this page without worrying about space. But if your FireStick storage is already full with your existing apps, you may want to remove some of them first.
It says the CinemaAPK filled is corrupt and won’t download
Hi Hugh, I just downloaded and installed Cinema APK from the link in this guide. Works fine for me. Please try again.
I install Cyberflix Cinema Perfect Player TiViMate Smart Youtube LiveNet TV Clean Master and Filelinked and still have plenty room left use Clean Master to help keep it clean
Worked like a charm, everything uploaded and is so far working !! My first time jail breaking and uploading, Thanks. I have a couple of Android streaming boxes I’ld like to update can you help walk me through that? Also proud owners of VPN
Hi Froman, we haven’t ventured into Android Boxes but planning to do it soon. You may, however, install Kodi directly from Google Play Store on your Android box.
Hi I’ve followed your instructions. When I try to download the downloaded app it fails and states something about verifying the bill address. Do I need to have inputted my card details for this?
Hi Ronnie, no you don’t need to input the card details. Simply log in to your Amazon account in a web browser and go to your account section. You will find an option related to payment and billing. Make sure you have a US address updated there.
Thanks Pat. Loved your instructions. Very easy to follow.
Is rfd tv available on firestick?
Hi Hulen, I couldn’t locate any FireStick dedicated app for this service. However, it works on browsers and you can stream it through FireFox on FireStick
Great article , Clear instructions and I am able to jailbreak it easily! Thanks
Thanks Patrick, works great.
Hi Patrick,not sure what’s going on. Can’t stream from any add on Exduos or Nepture no streaming is message and if it stream it kick’s me off or buffing begin and it’s bad. I have VPN and it still not letting watch movies or TV episodes.
Hi Tara, Exodus and Neptune Rising are all but gone. Why don’t you try other working addons like
Exodus Redux: https://www.firesticktricks.com/exodus-redux.html
MC 1080p: https://www.firesticktricks.com/mc-1080p-kodi-addon.html
Yoda: https://www.firesticktricks.com/yoda-kodi-addon.html
You may also want to explore our list of Best Kodi Addons: https://www.firesticktricks.com/best-kodi-addons.html
Hi just bought new firestick from amazon, i followed your instructions for jailbreak, but when i downloaded the file and clicked to install another page pops up and will not let you install file, any idears?
Hi Dennis, did you turn on apps from unknown sources as shown in step 4 above?
Can I use the same to download google play music on Firestick
Hi Gulfihsan, that won’t be possible. You may try Prime Music instead, which is available through Amazon Store
Patrick, I went back today and Titanium installed perfectly. Thanks for your help!
So I go to enter the url to download a version of kodi and get an error return for both links provided. And yes, I did make sure to enter it with https protocol as well and 3x checked the addresses given. Help?
Hi, I just checked and it worked for me. Which app are you using? Downloader or ES File Explorer? There is a possibility you may have run into a temporary glitch. Please try again and let me know.
I update to kodi 18 but it won’t work for me now. Is there anyway I can go back to 17.6?
Hi Ebony, sure you can revert to 17.6. Simply uninstall Kodi 18 and follow this guide to reinstall 17.6 – https://www.firesticktricks.com/install-kodi-on-fire-stick.html
Make sure you use this link for downloading Kodi APK – https://www.firesticktricks.com/old
@Brady, also for local channels have you tried a leaf style antenna? I get 30-40 channels all the networks, 4 PBS and it’s 1080i . It’s worth looking into and around $20.
Patrick, in my last comment I think I used the name Platinum, instead of Titanium for the build. I laughed because I knew it was one of the valuable metals. Regarding Kodi, I initially installed 18, but when I couldn’t make the build work, I removed 18 and installed 17.6 thinking that was the issue, but it didn’t work either. I then tried to install Titanium about 4 more times carefully, but no success.
Hi Mark, Titanium build isn’t working for me either on Kodi 18. However, I just installed it on Kodi 17.6 and it did. It’s running smoothly. You may have hit the temporary bump. Try again and let me know.
Patrick, I appreciate your very precise and easy to understand guides. I just received my Firestick a few days ago, and followed your jailbreak guide, installed my VPN, installed Kodi and then….I have tried to install Kodi Platinum build now about a dozen times, unsuccessfully. Once I’m finished I go to the Kodi home screen and it looks the same and I see no add-ons. I have reinstalled Kodi about 5 times now, repeated the process to install Platinum and still nothing. Am I missing something? I followed your guide to the tee, and other guides as well.
Very frustrating.
Patrick, you recommended the Netgear EX6150 AC1200 range extender, those are a bit pricey for me and my sister, we both need one, would the EX6100 AC750 be a good option too?
Hey, I don’t have any experience with it, so can’t really recommend. I suggest you consult with the users in this subreddit – https://www.reddit.com/r/HomeNetworking/
They might help you with the right extender. Hope it helps 🙂
I have another question, I get a lot of buffering trying to watch movies on my FireStick (I always select the smallest file I can watch, trying to stay under 300 mbs), due to 3 floor home and router being on the top floor, also has to go through plaster walls and chicken wire mesh and tin used for furnace ducts. Can you or anyone recommend a WiFi extender that will work and is easy set up.
I think Netgear EX6150 is a good option.
I install wired and wireless networking for a home of that size and those construction materials I recomend running a line to every floor and installing a wireless access point (AP) on each floor it will be more stable and a faster connection and if each AP has it’s own name an is each set on a different channel e.g. channels 1, 6, 11 these channels are an example 1, 6, and 11 are the most commonly used channels for 2.4ghz devices so pick something close say 2, 7, and
10 if possible. Each AP should be set too it’s own channel to prevent overlap and competion between the devices if using a 2.4ghz wireless device which allows for wider coverage area. If using 5.0ghz which gives you a faster connection you can choose between 45 different channels I recommend for your setup one channel at the beginning one in the middle and one at the end of the spectrum but not necessarily channels 1, 22, 23, or 45 as those channels may be crowded by other devices in your home or by public connections such a the xfinity wifi signal being broadcast by new xfinity/comcast routers
I currently have IPvanish, but it blocks a lot of apps i use so I barely use it. Will ExpressVPN block apps also? I use Titanium and Cinema APK’s the most and i always have to turn my VPN off to use them so its basically money out the window at that point.
Hey Cynthia, I personally use ExpressVPN only and never had any issues. It comes with a 30-day money-back, so you can give it a try and see how it works for you. You can learn more about ExpressVPN here.
Just bought a fire stick. I’m not sure it’s going to work for me though. I’m a big sports watcher. I’m not seeing how I can watch live games without having to pay for that ability. Even if I jailbreak it, I still don’t see how I can watch live tv. Also, I like local news. I don’t see how I’m going to watch local programming either.
Any help with those issues is appreciated.
Hi Brady, I am not so sure about the local programs, but here are some apps you can try for Live TV and Live Sports:
Mobdro: https://www.firesticktricks.com/mobdro-firestick.html
Live NetTV: https://www.firesticktricks.com/live-nettv-firestick.html
I downloaded Kodi 18 using the link you provided and it never prompted me to install. Instead FireStick locked up an no longer responds. I can’t even reset to factory settings because that would require some kind of response from FireStick. It starts up to main menu page and that’s it. What are my options? Is there a hidden hard reset that I can do?
Hi Harry, that doesn’t look like a Kodi problem. Looks like there is an issue with FireStick. Try to unplug the device and plug it again after 5-10 minutes. Let me know if it works.
Patrick, what would be the preferred Kodi build to use for Amazon Fire Stick (low storage device)? Based on your list of best builds, some are pretty hefty in size and I imagine will make the experience subpar (slow). Just wanted to know what build would give me great content, and ease of use; yet maintain high level of speed. If such a build exists, do I need to download any Add-ons (i.e. Exodus Redux), just in case content wasn’t sufficient? Thanks in advance for your advice.
Hi Ivy, here are some of the builds I have used and enjoyed on FireStick:
Titanium Build: https://www.firesticktricks.com/titanium-build-kodi.html
Misfit Mods Lite: https://www.firesticktricks.com/misfit-mods-lite-kodi-build.html
No Limits Magic Lite: https://www.firesticktricks.com/kodi-no-limits-magic-build.html
You may also want to look at our Best Builds list: https://www.firesticktricks.com/best-kodi-builds.html
These builds usually come with plenty of preloaded addons for all your streaming needs. However, if the need may arise, you can always install any addon over any build: https://www.firesticktricks.com/install-kodi-addons-on-builds.html
Hi. On the swift none of the sports tv channels play. Just comes up with unable to play channel. Any ideas.
Dave
Hey Dave, yeah it looks like the Sports section of Swift TV is temporarily down. You may want to try Mobdro, which also has a solid collection of sports channels. Then, there is Live Net TV too: https://www.firesticktricks.com/live-nettv-firestick.html
You forgot the step where you need the browser add-on to make downloader work. Developer had to disable it to get Play Store approval. Open downloader and go to browser.aftvnews.com
Hi Jeromy, Downloader does not need any browser add-on to work on FireStick.
My fire stick has kodi. Do I still follow your instructions?
Hi Barbara, if Kodi is all you want, you don’t need to follow the instructions. However, this guide also features some jailbreak apps too for movies, shows, live TV, sports etc. you would want to take a look at.
Hi Patrick, I see you helping people a lot around the world. Just wondering if you know to help me how to install NETTVPlus addons on Kodi. That is streaming TV from Europe to watch over 200 TV channels from Ex Yugoslavia now known as Serbia, Bosnia, Croatia…. Any help will be highly appreciated.
Hi, I couldn’t find any information regarding NetTVPLus. However, you may want to try Live TV Serbia addon. You can download it from the Live TV Serbia Repository.
Here is our guide that you can refer to install any addon on Kodi: https://www.firesticktricks.com/install-kodi-addon.html
So what if you don’t go the router route. Once you buy the VPN and are subscribed to it. Can you download the VPN on each Firestick without paying for it more then once and just simply sign into it from each Firestick?
Hey John, yes you can install VPN on each FireStick, but know that a single subscription will allow you to use it on a maximum of 3 devices at one time.
Hi Patrick,
Trying to jailbreak my Firestick and when I enter the Downloader URL, I get the message: An unknown error has occurred. Check your URL and connection. What would the problem be? I don’t have a VPN yet.
Hi Jerelyn, it is working fine for me. You may have encountered a temporary issue. Please try again and let me know.
Thanks Pat. You just saved my 50 bucks that i planned to pay someone for doing the same thing that I did myself using your instructions. So easy to follow. All playing smoothly. Just wondering if I have to keep the VPN on even when I am not streaming anything?
Thanks again 🙂
Hi Adam, glad I could help. Also glad to know everything is working smoothly for you.
No, you don’t need to keep the VPN on when you are not streaming anything. Just switch it ON before you start streaming.
When I try to
Play my subscription to youtubetv it has a playback error. Pls help?
Hi Lisa, I am going to need more details to help you. How exactly are you trying to play YouTube TV on FireStick?
Hi Patrick, I’m having issues with fire stick am using Neptune rising to stream however it’s saying I need authorized in order to steam also movies not streaming or buff’s a lot, I also have VPN access what is best for me to watch with little problems?
Hi Tara, Neptune Rising isn’t as good as it used to be once. You may try some other on-demand addons for movies and shows. You will find many in our list of best Kodi addons:
https://www.firesticktricks.com/best-kodi-addons.html
Exodus Redux is doing well these days. Here is our guide: https://www.firesticktricks.com/exodus-redux.html
i just cancelled our Direct TV subscription. Which firestick should I buy to get my regular channels?Thanks.
Hi Lola, Amazon is currently offering three Fire TV devices:
FireStick 2nd Generation (no 4K) ($39.99)
FireStick 4K 3rd Generation ($49.99)
Fire TV Cube 4K with Echo Support ($119.99)
All these devices are fundamentally the same, with hardware differences. They support the same apps and streaming services. If you do not need hands-free, voice-control, but enjoy 4K streaming, you may buy FireStick 4K 3rd Generation.
I try to install how it says i did everything but i haven’t work
Hi Luis, I just checked and it worked for me. Are you getting any specific error message?
Hi,
I followed the directions to jailbreak and install Addons. Everything looks great, but I have no sound. Yes, we made sure the volume is up, and even tried to check the system volume settings.
Hi Tina, reboot your device and try to play videos again. Let me know if it works.
In regards to a VPN, would it be ok to have it on my router or would my ISP not like that? I own the router and ExpressVPN offers the app for routers. Or should I just install the app on the devices individually?
Hi Ryan, the one big advantage of configuring ExpressVPN is that you don’t have to install it individually on various devices. If you intend to use VPN on all the devices connected to your Wi-Fi network, go ahead and install it at the router level.
Good Morning Patrick, a question if I may. I, like a few people here have received this Fire Stick in one way or another. I got Prime through Amazon thinking it was what I needed first but my question is this, do I need to keep Prime active since I already did the above steps and already watching free Tv and movies not using the ‘Prime Channels’? Thank you for your time and patience.
Hi John, no you don’t need to keep Amazon Prime subscription active to use FireStick. You may end the Prime subscription and continue using other FireStick supported apps and services. You just need an Amazon account to set up your FireStick.
Hi Patrick, How do you add -on Supremacy on the firestick?
Hi Shahdai, here is our detailed guide on how to install Supremacy addon: https://www.firesticktricks.com/install-supremacy-kodi-addon.html
Hi Patrick! I just jailbroke my fire stick and was putting the add ons in. I installed the titanium build and didn’t like it. Upon trying to remove it Kodi is no longer working for me. I then tried to uninstall and reinstall Kodi with no luck. Help!
Hi Sonya, resetting Kodi should fix the issue. Here is our guide: https://www.firesticktricks.com/reset-kodi-firestick.html
Patrick,
I have followed all your instructions ( including the VPN) and I still get a lot of buffering. Do you have any suggestions on what else I can do to combat this problem! Thanks, Julie
Hi Julie, we have a dedicated guide to tackle Kodi buffering issues. You will find everything you need to know here: https://www.firesticktricks.com/fix-kodi-buffering.html
Hii Patrick , I m from morocco in north of africa , i have a firestick tv with alexa remote no jailbroken,
The question is : My device can not find the latest software update from Amazon (Decembr’s update .,.,.,
Can you please explain to me why ??
Thank you from morocco.
Hey, why do you think your Fire TV Stick is not running the latest update already? What software version is it showing now?
Hi Patrick, What is the easiest way to confirm that Kodi works? As you can tell I am not that savvy with firestick & streaming. Thanks in advance for your help.
Hi Bill, after installing Kodi, you will need to add some Add-ons for streaming movies/tv shows. Kodi is just a media player and it won’t work without Addons/builds. Exodus Redux is quite a popular Addon at the moment. Once you install it, try to stream some content and if it is streaming fine, you will know Kodi is working for you. Here are a few resources that you can check –
Popular resources for FireStick at once place – https://www.firesticktricks.com/firestick.html
How to use Kodi (beginner’s guide) https://www.firesticktricks.com/how-to-use-kodi.html
Best addons for Kodi – https://www.firesticktricks.com/best-kodi-addons.html
Let me know if you need any other help.
Maybe I missed it, but once jailbroken, is it possible to return the Fire Stick to the original build if I don’t like using the VPN or Kodi? Assuming it is, how is this done?
Hi Kevin, you can remove Kodi from FireStick without any issues. Just go to Settings > Applications > Manage Installed Applications > Kodi > Uninstall. That’s all.
Was looking more into it, what is vpn and do you need to get it and or pay for that service for the extra protection.
Hi Joe, this guide might answer your questions – https://www.firesticktricks.com/why-use-vpn.html
I received my fire stick as a gift I don not have an amazon account will I still be able to unlock my fire stick?
Hi Maria, you need an Amazon account to sign in to FireStick. This means you need the Amazon account to jailbreak FireStick as well.
Hello,
Please excuse my confusion here. Perhaps this is why I was (am) having trouble. So we have to create an Amazon account and give our CC information which I didn’t do because I figured that would allow Amazon to bill us for watching content when this was to allow us to view for free. Am I missing something here?
Thanks for the help.
Hi Robert, if this is your new FireStick, you can follow this guide for the first set up – https://www.firesticktricks.com/how-to-set-up-amazon-fire-tv-stick-for-first-time.html
You need to login on FireStick using your Amazon account which should also have a working Credit Card. However, Amazon won’t charge anything unless you buy a premium content.
It appears that the only way to do this and use the stick at all is to have an Amazon login and password and submit a ctedit card number. Is that correct?
Please take my picture off my comment or delete comment.
Hey, the picture comes via gravatar where you have uploaded it. I don’t have rights to remove or hide it. You may change/remove the picture at gravatar website.
Hi, yes. That’s correct. However, Amazon won’t charge anything on your Credit card unless you make a purchase.
Honestly this article is so rich. I look forward in reading more of your content
I think Kodi will be around for a long time, the infrastucture isnt set up for streaming. yet,I am still amazed how fast internet got in a short time D.S.L that i know where I am to slow I have to use Spectrum very expensive but works at 1080, I dont use a VPN ad havent ever had throttleing yet, but its been a few years, VPN gets a free game pass An honest website Love that, Hope All Have Happy Hollidays..Dean
Thank you very much. I was about to pay someone to jailbreak my fire tv but your instructions made it so easy I did it myself. Exodus and titanium tv are working great for me. Will go through more guides on your blog. Thanks mate.
Your guide looks super easy, but can I jailbreak Firestick 4k with this?
Hello Kevin, yes, this guide works with all Fire TV versions including new Fire Stick 4K. I have mentioned the same at the top of the guide. If you face any problems, I am just a comment away.
I commented, but I never saw it show up so I will ask again. Hopefully it is not repeated. First off, thank you so much for your site! I have looked at how to do it before and it always looked too complicated. I planned on paying someone else, which you discourage. You are the first person to lay it out in such a simple way that I feel confident I can do it.
My question: I bought the new 4K 2018 firestick. Can I jailbreak it the same way? Can you jailbreak them at all?
Hi Charlene, Thank you for the kind words.
As for your question, yes, the same guide will work for FireStick 4K. It has the exact same interface as the 2nd Gen FireStick which we showed in this guide. I have tested the guide on 4K FireStick and it works without any issues. Let me know if you face any problems while performing the steps shown in the tutorial. Happy to help 🙂
Thank you Patrick for making this super easy jailbreak guide. Loved your instructions. God bless you
Thank you, Maria.
Good afternoon Patrick, i just jail broke my fire stick. thank you for the easy to follow guide. Now i am looking at placing a few add ons . I want to do the No limits magic build. what others do you suggest to and with it. Thanks very much
Hi James, No Limits and Titanium builds are good. Additionally, you can try add-ons such as Exodus Redux and The Magic Dragon. You can check out my guide following the link below where I have mentioned all the good things that you can try.
https://www.firesticktricks.com/firestick.html
I did a jailhouse break on my Amazon fire stick but there are so many apps are locked and it wont.let me watch ..without in app purchase o thought i wouldn’t have any restrictions what do i need to do to unlock everything
Hey Bobby, can you please be a bit more specific about the apps you are talking about? The apps I mentioned in the guide are totally free and provides unrestricted streaming experience.
Very informative guide Patrick. Jailbroken my Firestick, added Express vpn as suggested and installed exodus redux. Streams are fine. Is there anything else I need to do? Thank you
Hi Jacob, you can always add more Addons / Builds as per your content preferences. Refer to the link below for FireStick resources that will help you install all the popular streaming apps/add-ons/builds.
https://www.firesticktricks.com/firestick.html
Hi, does it also works in other country? And are vpn a must to pay? Isn’t it easier at this point to just pay prime?
Hey, yes, it works everywhere. VPN is not mandatory, but it is strongly recommended if you are streaming with Kodi. As for Prime, it is good if it meets your requirements. If you want to access tons of free streaming content, you may want to jailbreak your FireStick with Kodi.
I keep getting an invalid URL when I try to download. Any ideas??
Hi Debora, if you are referring to the Kodi APK link we have provided in the guide, I just checked and it is working. To ensure it is working, you can also try it in your PC/mobile browser. Please try again and let me know.
Patrick, If I run my VPN through my router rather than the individual devices in my home, will my VPN automatically cover my firestick when I use it at home?
Terry
Hi Terry, yes it will.
Hi Patrick my name is carlos I have a already jailbroken firestick as a gift..worked well for a few weeks,now won’t let me watch my tv shows.it says no stream available..my question..can I just add vpn you recomend or do I have to reset firestick and start from scratch???..sincerely..carlos
Hi Carlos, I suggest you to reset your FireStick and jailbreak it again using my guide above. If you follow everything I suggested, I am pretty sure you won’t be having any troubles streaming your favourie content.
Hi, I just bought a New Firestick with Voice. I have used Kodi on my lee box so I am familiar with it. I have no problem installing Kodi, but once I try to add an add on I find it does not download the add-on. When I got the unzip I see the name of the file but the file is empty. Have tried many different add ons and the same problem. I can see that it does not get the file. I have downloaded apps so I know the download works. It seems like Amazon may be blocking this process, I was wondering if you have heard this from any one else?
Hey Tony, haven’t heard anything like that before from anyone else. Could you please share the name of the addons you have tried to install? I will look into it.
When I’m trying to download the app it asks me how I want to open the file, but none of the file options are working?
Hi Brianna, please open Tool > Download Manager (on the left) before clicking +New. It worked for me. I just tried.
Should I download every add-on, (Terrarium, Exodus, Neptune Rising, Placenta, etc.) or are there 2 or 3 add-ons that would be enough so I have a nice collection of movies, TV shows, and live tv? I just don’t like having a lot of clutter/apps I’ll barely use.
Also, this guide is fantastic. Seriously. I was a bit nervous about setting it up, and I figured it would take a while and it would be confusing, but this is really well written and easy to understand, especially with the pictures. Thank you so much!! 🙂
Hi Nicole, thank you for your kind words. Means a lot. Yes, 2 or 3 quality addons will do the trick. You don’t need to more. This way it will keep your FireStick uncluttered.
Will these instruction work with the FireTv as well or only FireStick ?
Hey David, yes these instructions work on Fire TV as well
I accidentally hit open folder and not file on the 3rd step and never got the download pop up.
Hey KC, no problem. You can still install Kodi as you have already downloaded the APK. Open ES File Explorer again. On the left menu bar you will see a set of options such as Settings, Favorite, Local etc. Click Local to expand it. Now, click the second Home option (the one without the home icon). Now, on the right click the Download folder. Click the Kodi APK you downloaded. Follow the on-screen instructions and install it.
it was not a easy job to do it ,but your instructions made it easier
Thanks
how do I clear kodi of apps that failed to be added but are listed in the zip files.
Hi Dwight, the zip files are on the online servers and are not taking up any space on your device. If you still don’t want to see them, you can remove the source. Go to Settings > File Manager. Select the source you want to remove and press the menu button on your remote. Now click Remove Source
Excellent. Thanks, Patrick.
Hi patrick so after i jailbreak it how can i watch all kinds on movies on kodi
Hi Kim, all you need to do is install some addons. Here is our list of top Kodi addons: https://www.firesticktricks.com/best-kodi-addons.html
You will also find our user-friendly, step by step, detailed installation guides.
I’ve installed Fantastic following your instructions. In a couple of cases,
and it is working very fine thanks for your instructions
Hi, am completely new to this firestick stuff. Question…once I have it jail broke…will I be able to add an app of some sort to get live NBC/CBS etc,. shows for free? Like The Voice, for example?
Hi Tammy, jailbreaking does not affect how you install apps on FireStick. You can install free apps with or without jailbreaking your device.
I successfully installed Kodi and it works fine; however, when I go to the “Home” screen, I can not find the Kodi app and have to re-install the program. How can I ensure Kodi stays on the Home screen? Thank you.
Hi Mike, hold down the Home button on your FireStick remote for about 4-5 seconds until you see a full-screen menu. Click Apps on that menu to go to Your Apps & Channels, which is basically the list of all your installed apps. The apps in the first few rows of this app appear on your FireStick home-screen. The apps you have recently installed appear on the bottom of this list. But, you can move them up to the home screen. Follow these steps:
– Scroll down to the bottom of the list of the apps and select the Kodi app
– Press the Menu button on your FireStick remote (the button with three horizontal lines on the right)
– Now look at the bottom left of your TV, you will see a popup menu. Click Move
– Now, use the up navigation key on your FireStick remote to move the Kodi app in the first row (or you can simply click Move to front option to place the Kodi app at the first spot in the first row)
– Press the Select button on your remote to drop the Kodi app icon at the desired spot
– Go back to the FireStick home-screen and you will find the Kodi icon under Your Apps & Channels section
Trying this one out.
I keep getting a failure to start 1 or 2 items what does that mean and how to fix it
Hi John, when exactly do you get this error message?
Does the kodiak app not work if your firestick is already registered? I followed all the steps, but don’t see the kodi start page.
Hi Valescia, Kodi app works on all FireStick devices. In fact, the device must be registered and sign in to an Amazon account before you could install any app, including Kodi. Should I assume that you could install the app successfully but not able to launch it? If that is the case, follow the steps below to access Kodi:
– Hold down the Home key on your Amazon FireStick remote for a few seconds
– When you see a pop-up, full-screen menu, click Apps
– Scroll down to the bottom and click the Kodi app icon
– To move the Kodi app to the FireStick home screen, press the Menu button (3 horizontal lines) on your remote while Kodi app is still selected and click Move option on the bottom right of your TV screen
Hi Patrick, can u tell me what “tempname error” means ? It pops up when I try to watch a movie.
Hi Rick, it looks like an unknown error I am still unfamiliar with. Please tell the name of the addon you are using and I will look into it.
My sister is running a Kodi 16.1. Will she need to update her Kid I before installing a new build? She has the old tvaddons build currently.
Hi Vikki, some Kodi Krypton builds work on the older Kodi Jarvis 16 version, but stability is not guaranteed. It would be a good idea to update to the new version Kodi Krypton 17.6. Here is our guide: https://www.firesticktricks.com/kodi-update.html
I have followed all directions to jailbreak but it keeps saying download fail when I try and download the Kodi I think it was around 9 % it stopped what do I do?
Hi Matthew, it could have been a temporary server issue. Please try again.
I installed Kodi Krypton then purchased the express VPN. How do I get back to the new jail broken screen?
Hi Stuat, the home screen of jailbroken FireStick isn’t any different than the unjailbroken one. That’s because no changes are made to the core files during jailbreaking. Just press the Home button on your FireStick remote to go back to the home-screen from any window.
Does jailbreaking and installing Kodi still leave the ability to use the firestick in its original configuration, app store, etc.. Or does doing this essentially make it a “Kodi only” device somehow?
Hi, Jailbreaking FireStick isn’t the same as jailbreaking or rooting your mobile. No internal system files are modified and original FireStick configuration remains unchanged. You can continue using App Store and other services alongside Kodi.
I just received my fire stick. Do I follow the instructions they sent first then start the jail break process? Or do I just start with the process of jail breaking?
Hi Marie, plug in your new FireStick into your TV and follow the onscreen instructions to set it up with your Amazon ID. Once that’s done, come back to this guide and follow the instructions here to jailbreak FireStick.
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Keeps saying download fail
Hi Cat, at what point do you see the download fail error?
Do you have to get separate VPN for each Fire Stick, or is the VPN cover all your internet connections at the modem?
Hey Marc, you can use VPN on the router which will cover your all devices connected to that particular router. If you want to use VPN on devices instead of the router, ExpressVPN allows you to connect 3 devices at a time.
Hi my mother lent to me the firstick I have in possesion and has no desire to use it so its seemingly so that it is now basically mine. My mother and I as of recently arent seeing eye to eye and Im getting the silent treatment and its got a few advantages for us both I presume but also Im hoping is just a slight inconvenience instead of a devastating one such has its been recently. That disadvantage is that the firestick is associated with my nothers account and she will not give me her account information and likely wont if she believes its making me uncomfortable at the moment because again. She isnt a narcissist ??. I cannot get past the login password step to even entertain the iidea that I may be capable of nagivating your directions. Its important I learn how to be self reliant because my moms not going to be around forever or able to go out of her way to ensure I am not aknowledged or distracted from the greif of being abandon & allowing me to access her acct information. Please tell me there’s a way to help me bypass her account info and use my own wwithout her permission since we no longer speak…….? I know what youre thinking and mother isnt always right…..its not my fault and im not disrespecting my elders ? pretty bored without television though so please SOS
Hi Misty, you can simply deregister the FireStick from existing account by going to Settings > My Account. Then login with your Amazon account. That’s it.
I can’t get past new or already amazon acct holder do I go ahead and sign up to get to settings
Yes Roy, you will need to sign in with your Amazon account to get to the Settings.
why is .spec not pulling up any files whenjailbreaking firestick?
Hi CJ, what exactly are you trying to do?
Mark, of course you need an account with Amazon, FireStick is made by Amazon… lol. So, after you log into your amazon account, then you follow these steps to get it jailbroken and have access to free content. It worked perfectly fine with me.
Please send to me. Just bought the FireStick
Hi Pat, I am not sure what you want me to send
OK my mom’s TV’s port says “HDMI IN 4” Is that the right kind of HDMI?
I am not sure what is the meaning of IN 4 here, but it if it is HDMI port, it should work fine.
I thought it was a USB port… someone told me wrong >.< OK thank you!
Hello! Thank you so much for this helpful guide. I just have one question. When you are going through the steps on the guide, do I have the stick plugged into the USB on my computer or on the TV? I thought the sticks wouldn’t work on laptops, but maybe this is just to download and install all of this stuff? Or are you meaning to plug the stick into the TV USB and do all the steps that way? Thanks!
Hey Holli, Fire Stick doesn’t work with a computer. You need to plug it into HDMI port of your TV and then follow the steps as mentioned in the guide. I have added screenshots for all the steps so it should be easy to follow. If you still get any doubts, feel free to ask 🙂
I call B.S. Patrick! My firestick will not let me load an app with out an Amazon billing account. Seeing how it is a pirate firestick I am unable to establish an account and therefore I can not get my VPN working. Please tell me if I am full of hot air and give me some direction.
Mark [email protected]
Hey Mark, Yes, you need an Amazon account to get started with FireStick. I wish there was any other way, but there isn’t.
I could never get firedl to work. It’s not good. If you follow dudes methods you don’t need it. You can achieve the same ends by just using downloader or estools to install the app(s) from an external sources
I see there a few mentions of ‘builds’. What exactly is a build? Where do you find builds? I assume something of the nature of a pre-defined software package that somebody has already built. What are the advantages/disadvantages of simply jailbreaking a device and installing various add-ons vs a build?
Hey, Jailbreaking Fire Stick is simply installing a software/app which enables you to watch free content. In this case, we are installing Kodi which is not available on Amazon App Store. For streaming content, you will need to install Addons / Builds on Kodi. You can check following links for builds and Addons
https://www.firesticktricks.com/best-kodi-builds.html
https://www.firesticktricks.com/best-kodi-addons.html
Do I need an AMAZON BILLING ACCOUNT to establish a VPN
Hey Greg, You don’t need Amazon billing account for a VPN. You can check out this article for more details – https://www.firesticktricks.com/install-best-vpn-firestick.html
The zip file not loading when I reach by add on
Hey Rajin, can you clarify which Addon you are talking about?
VICKIE E STEMPSON, I would HIGHLY recommend the NO LIMITS MAGIC BUILD… It includes EVERYTHING a human being could want… AND – under the TOOLS section, if you arrow down, there is and UPDATE BUILD selection. Click on that when your links start to go bad, which will be often as of now… I am having to update my build almost more than weekly now it seems. Please read the review on this site and also follow easy install guide. I’ve used it on my Firesticks and my HTPC (16 GB i7, 500 GB SSD, NVidia 630, 65 Mb / s). Fab. Any questions feel free to ask.
I put the number in for the firedl and it is saying url not found
Hey Rebecca,
I have not mentioned any FireDL method in this guide. You should use ES File Explorer or Downloader app to install Kodi on your Fire Stick.
Simply the best guide. The way you have put together all the steps with screenshots, it took me hardly 10 minutes to jailbreak my fire stick.
I have bought Express vpn and added Fire tv guru build. Do I need anything else?
Hey Nels,
You can install more Addons if you need, otherwise, it seems fine to me. Make sure your VPN is turned On while streaming ?
when It asks me for url (www.firssticktricks.com/kapk) a error message appears and says invalid url, have any ideas on this?
Hey Monique, the link you mentioned above is wrong. It is https://www.firesticktricks.com/kapk
Also, use https to avoid any possible errors.
Am I able to get my local channels on a jailbroken firestick?
Hey Wendy,
There are 100s of Kodi Add-ons and Fire Stick Apps. You need to find out the right Addon/App as per your requirements and locality.
I already have a jailbreak firestick but all of sudden will not work. I usually watch movies through the covenant. Should I uninstall everything & start over with your instructions for Kodi & watch movies on Exodus? I am technically challenged:)
The instructions was very easy and simple thanks. I’m having problems when I choose to watch movies or tv it says nothing available what am I doing wrong
Hey Myki, you would also need some Kodi Addons / Builds after jailbreaking the FireStick. I have added a section about how to use Jailbroken FireStick inside the guide, please check it out.
Is it possible to have more than one addons? Like Exodus and then also have Fire tv guru build as well,?
Jenny, you can have as many add-ons you want, however, I would suggest you keep a few which you frequently use. Builds such as Fire TV Guru already comes pre-installed with many Addons. I would not recommend adding any more add-ons after installing a build. It will slow down your device.
The instructions were clear and simple, thanks for that. When i go into “in theaters”, 2 of the movies I wanted wasn’t what they said they were, that’s my only complaint. Again huge thanks for making this easy to do. Love it!
Hey Jenny,
I could help you if you are facing any issues in jailbreaking FireStick with Kodi. However, as for the Addons, please ask in their respective support groups on Facebook or their official websites. We do not host or provide support for any Addons on our website. Thanks.
I don’t understand my next step. Just finished your guide to install the Kodi but now what? How do I start browsing shows
Hye Lacey, I have a section about how to use jailbroken firestick just after installing Kodi. Please go through it.
I downloaded and got to the mo is content but I keep getting a stream authorization pop up. Can you help?
Hey Anthony, you can simply hit the “Cancel” option and it will take you to the next source. Keep doing this for a couple of time and it will go.
When I get to the install step it says the installation is blocked because my tv is set to block the install of apps obtained from unknown sources. Any idea how I fix that? It’s a Samsung.
Hey Erin, it is not your TV, it is Fire TV Stick which blocks the unknown sources. Please allow unknown sources by following STEP 1 of the guide.
I’m not looking to jailbreak my fire stick but would like feedback on pro’s and con’s of the stick over roku.
I put this url in and i keep getting an error on everything that I try to download. Is tgere any reason why or maybe im doing something wrong. I just this this as a gift yesterday. And im so frustrated im bout to just throw it away. Please help
Thanks Mandy
Hey Mandy, Can you please tell what URL are you trying? Also, what error is that?
We also have a video guide in the article above. I suggest you watch it for more accurate instructions. The link is working fine and should work if you type it correctly.
Simply easiest and clear instructions to jailbreak firestick. Thanks Patrick.
I have followed your guide and jailbroke my firestick, but now I am confused whether I should go with Kodi builds or addons? Can you suggest me what would be the best?
Hey, glad you liked the guide.
If you are a new Kodi user, I would suggest that you try both for some time and then see what you like the most. Builds pack multiple Add-ons, beautiful skins… but are heavy and might slow down your Fire device. I have added builds as well as Addons installation links in the guide above. You can refer them and see what you like
Hulu and Netflix apps should already be alvailable for download on your firestick.
I can’t seem to get the proper apk on eS file. It just says failed download and I can’t select it to get rid of it either. And firedl can’t seem to find that code either
Hey Logan,
Please make sure that you are using the correct URL for downloading Kodi with ES File Explorer https://www.firesticktricks.com/kapk
Also, must follow this path to reach download manager – ES File Explorer > Tools > Download Manager > + New
It should work.
Which add ons need to be installed?
Hey Edward,
There are many add-ons for Kodi. You can use any as per your preferences.
Follow the direction and can’t use remote ,it’s frozen
Is there a way to install Hulu or Netflix through kodi?
Where and how do I get a VPN
Hey Scottie, you can check this article – https://www.firesticktricks.com/install-best-vpn-firestick.html
It is all about getting and using a VPN for FireStick.
Using the durex build and not really sure the add ons still kinda new to this
Alright.
So I believe the issue is with the build. FireStick isn’t that powerful to run heavy builds. I would go for some selected Addon-ons which are most useful for me and that’s all. I am sure if you uninstall the build, it will be fine.
its not buffering issues, it is jus real sluggish moving around the app. and I don’t have very much on the fire stick. and yes I belive I will be getting a vpn this week
Are you facing the issues with Kodi app only or it is the case with every app on your Fire Stick? Which builds and Addons are you using?
i got the fire stick last week. got kodi used downloader, got some build just seems to take for ever to stream and also if i watching a tv show at bottom of my screen it keeps poping up not safe any more??? really annoying
Hi Dustin, you can use Real debrid with Kodi if you are facing buffering issues – https://www.firesticktricks.com/real-debrid-kodi.html
Also, I suggest you get a VPN for FireStick to stay on the safe side – https://www.firesticktricks.com/install-best-vpn-firestick.html
I tried entering that long url address “aidymatic” TWICE with no success! The response I received was ERROR Not a valid URL/No Data Received! This was on 3-7-2018
Hey Aaron,
did you also get an error with the code?
It keeps sayin it failed to install add on what am I doing wrong?
Hey Antwan,
Have you downloaded Kodi on your FireStick? Also, which method did you use? Turned on Unknown Sources in settings?
How do I get into the App Store to download what I need. I’ve tried everything and can’t find it.
Hey Lori,
Can you please explain which app store you are referring here?
Hi Patrick, your instructions were great and I was able to follow right along but after I clicked install it pulled up a black screen, asked me if I wanted to install updates. I had to click install again and it said install failed.
Hey Lesley,
Glad to know you liked the guide.
Can you please restart your Fire Stick and then go to ES File Explorer > Library > App. There you should find Kodi app which you downloaded already. Open and try to install again. Let me know if it still shows the error, then I will check on my device what is causing the problem. Also, please share the screenshot of the error. It will help understand the issue better.
Can you tell me how to put add-ons on my firestick using kodi I want to watch new movies like my friend she watch on her’s and she has different channels and can watch cable channels on hers please help. Do I need a VPN if so show me how pleaseee?
Hey Tara, there are many Add-ons that you can use on Kodi. You can check out them here – https://www.firesticktricks.com/best-kodi-addons.html
VPN is very important for one’s safety. I will totally recommend it. You can check here how to install VPN on Fire TV/Stick – https://www.firesticktricks.com/install-best-vpn-firestick.html
I get to the Properties box where ita says OPEN/ MARKET/INSTALL but cannot enter the box to hit install. I use the remote but it wont allow me to enter the Properties box & navigate to install. Any thoughts? It moves all around the outside of the properties box but cannot enter it to hit install.
Hey Mike,
It could be some glitch. Why don’t you restart you firestick and try again? After you restart, go to ES File Explorer > Local > Download. There you will find the Kodi app on the right side. Just open it and you should see install option. Let me know if it works.
Sorry but you do not explain clearly HOW do you download es explorer and the rest on the firestick. Do you meian as it is fixed on the tv or from your pc.
Hey John,
Sorry to hear that you got issues with ES File Explorer. I suggest you watch the video guide inside the article which shows every step including searching ES File Explorer. I would like to tell there is no download button beside ES File Explorer icon because it is already installed on my FireStick. In your case, there will be a download button as well. Just click on that button and rest everything is exactly same as shown in the video.
If you are still not able to make it work, please let me know.
When I attempt to open the krypton176 file, it asks “Open As”. My choices are “Text, Audio, Video, Image, or Other”. I’ve tried a few of the options available in the “Other”, but none are successful
Hey Ian,
Where exactly are you getting the “Open As” option? There should be only two options “Open Folder” and “Open File” once the Kodi app downloads.
there’s another wait to download Kodi with your phone with one push of the button you would need to go to the App Store on your Android phone. Then then download these apps step 1.Cetus play for tv Step 2.cetus play
Turn on firestick select settings select devices select about select Network take note of your IP address number
Open cetus play app on your phone once that’s open select the option on the top left-hand corner select smart TV at the very top if your firestick is hooked up to WiFi it would pop up and show your IP address amongst other smart devices that are hooked up to WiFi
once you select your device Cetus play tv will automatically upload to your firestick once it’s done select the top left-hand option on cetus play then select trending then select the latest Kodi app it should automatically upload to your Fire TV stick
sorry the option before trending is App Center then trending
If anybody needs a supreme build let me know I’ll send you the best
How do I download add ons on kodi?
Hi David,
The installation procedure of all Ads-ons is similar. I suggest you refer this article to understand how we download and install any Add-on – https://www.firesticktricks.com/install-exodus-kodi-addon.html
The steps stay the same for any Add-on, however, you need to enter the correct Repo URL for Add-ons you want to install.
Should I set up a burner amazon account since I intend to jail break and stream content?
Hey Kasen,
the above guide is all about jailbreaking FireStick. Once you install Kodi, add some Add-ons to stream the content. There are many Add-ons for movies, TV shows, Sports that you can check out here – https://www.firesticktricks.com/best-kodi-addons.html
That’s all you need to do. Let me know if you have any other questions.
Which KODI add on do I need to watch movies that are currently in the theaters? My co worker said she watched the new Fifty Shades movie on her fire stick over the weekend. I asked her how and she told me about KODI. Before that I’d never heard of it! Do I need a VPN just to watch current movies? That’s all I want to do with it.
Hey Beth,
1. You can install Exodus, it is a good addon for movies – https://www.firesticktricks.com/install-exodus-kodi-addon.html
However, I strongly suggest that you use these Add-ons for watching only movies that are available in public domain. Streaming copyright content is unlawful.
2. You should also get a good VPN to avoid ISP throttling and stay anonymous while using Kodi.
Nice article.
I was able to download the app, but unable to install. It old me I had to change the settings on my firestick, but can’t seem to get back there.. Help?
Hi Toni, You need to Turn On “Uknown Sources” in Settings in order to install apps from third-party. You can do so by going to Settings of your FireStick, then go to “Device > Developer Options > Unknown Sources”. Here you can Turn it ON.
Let me know if you still have doubts and facing issues.
How do you download the add-onswithout a monthly subscription
Hi KJ,
There are tons of third-party Addons that you can install on Kodi for FireStick without any subscription. You can choose the Addon of your choice from here – https://www.firesticktricks.com/best-kodi-addons.html
I recommend getting a VPN to stay safe while using these Addons.
Let me know if you have more questions.
Every time I bring kodi,exodus I get an error message “Exodus not streaming. What the heck is wrong. It used to work
Hey Dottie, can you tell me what repo did you use to install Exodus on your FireStick / Kodi? If it you are an old user of Exodus from TVAddons, it won’t work anymore. You can get it via Kodil repo which is working as of today. You can check out this guide – https://www.firesticktricks.com/install-exodus-kodi-addon.html
I would love to hear if it works for you.
I did everything step by step and launched the app but there is anything in Kodi. It seems to be empty.
Hi Steve, glad to know that you have installed Kodi on your Fire Stick.
Well, you will not find anything inside the Kodi app. It is just a player. In order to use Kodi for streaming online, you need to install Kodi Add-ons. If you are wondering what Add-ons are, in simple words, consider Kodi as your smartphone and Add-ons are apps. For different requirements, we install different apps on our smartphone. Here you need to install Add-ons on Kodi.
Is a VPN necessary?
Hi Adam, VPN for FireStick isn’t mandatory but it is recommended to browse internet safely.
It didn’t work.
Hello Brittany,
Can you explain what didn’t work? If it is about jailbreaking firestick, it is working perfectly fine.
Let me know what problems are you facing?
Have done everything you have instructed its still after second time at two hour intervals is refreshing waiting for kod i app to open
Hey Joe,
Please restart your Fire Stick and see if it works or not.