Can I Install & Watch Sky Go on FireStick?

Can I Use Sky Go on FireStick? This post examines whether you can install and use the Sky Go app on FireStick and explores the Sky Go alternative. 

What is Sky Go?

Sky Go gives Sky TV subscribers access to live TV and on-demand content on any device. Unfortunately, the service is only available in the UK, Ireland, and New Zealand.

You can install Sky Go on iOS, Android, Fire TV, Windows, and Mac. The app features channels from multiple lineups like Sky Sports, Sky Cinema, Kids, and more. Some of the popular channels on the app are:

• Sky Sports Main Event
• Sky Sports Cricket
• Sky Sports F1
• Sky Cinema Premiere
• Sky Cinema Hits
• Sky Cinema Greats
• Sky Kids

Other than live TV, Sky Go offers video-on-demand that includes 1,000+ movies & TV shows from worldwide.

All in all, Sky Go is an excellent service for Sky customers who want to enjoy content on the go!

Read: How to Install and Use Best VPN for FireStick

Sky Go Features Overview

Here’s what makes Sky Go so good for Sky subscribers:

• 100% free with Sky subscription – no hidden cost
• Watch your favorite live TV channels on the go
• User-friendly apps available on all popular platforms like iOS, Android, Fire TV, Windows and Mac
• Thousands of movies and TV shows

How to Subscribe to Sky Go

Sky Go is free with a Sky TV subscription. If you are a Sky subscriber, install Sky Go on your device and sign in with your subscription details.

But if you don’t have a Sky TV subscription, here are the steps to purchase the subscription:

1. Visit Sky.com and select Deals.

2. Select a Sky subscription of your choice.

3. Hit Get Started to confirm your selection.

4. Add your favorite TV packs by selecting the Add button below each pack.

5. Click Continue once you’ve added all the addons you need, including Netflix and Ad-free experience.

6. Select Continue or Continue Without Sky Broadband, depending on your preferences.

7. Enter your email address and postcode in the provided fields, then click Find Address.

8. Select Yes or No to indicate whether you’ve lived in the same address for 3 years. Check the permissions box and then click Continue.

9. Confirm whether you’re the named account holder. Click Continue. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the payment for your Sky subscription.

That’s all. You have subscribed to Sky TV and can now access content on the Sky Go app.

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How to Stream on FireStick Anonymously

As soon as you install the right apps, your FireStick is 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 do you install and use Sky Go on FireStick? – Is it Possible?

Unfortunately, Sky Go isn’t available for Fire TV devices such as FireStick Lite, Fire TV 4K Max, etc. It’s only supported on Fire Tablet. But you can sideload Sky Go APK on FireStick using Downloader, Aptoide, or ES File Explorer.

To properly use Sky Go on your FireStick, you’ll need two additional apps: Mouse Toggle and Set Orientation. However, the experience isn’t worth it as the app isn’t made for big-screen devices like TVs.

As you can see in the screenshot below, the app will show an error message as soon as you launch it.

The error message on the FireStick reads the following:

“There was a problem starting the app. Error [-20190005]. Please restart the app and try again.”

Mirroring and casting also don’t work with Sky Go. If you try to play the app on supported devices and cast it on your FireStick, you get an error message stating:

“Playback is not allowed from external devices.”

Best Sky Go Alternatives For FireStick

There is still a way to watch Sky TV channels on FireStick, especially for UK and Irish viewers. That alternative app is Now TV.

Now TV is an over-the-top streaming service known by the mononym NOW. It is a joint venture between British media giant Sky Group and American cable provider Xfinity. This subscription-based service offers several Sky TV channels, including sports, cinema, and live TV.

Now TV offers four memberships. These are:

• NOW Entertainment
• NOW Sports
• NOW Cinema
• NOW Hayu

NOW Entertainment

The Entertainment membership offers Sky Original shows and movies, live Sky TV channels, and HBO box sets.

Notable Sky channels under Entertainment membership include:

• Sky Atlantic
• Sky Max
• Sky Witness
• Sky Comedy
• Sky Crime
• Sky History
• Sky Nature
• Sky Documentaries
• Sky SciFi
• Sky Kids

Other popular channels on the list include:

• Comedy Central
• Alibi
• GOLD
• MTV
• BSL Zone

NOW Sports

Moving on to the Now Sports package, this is a special plan for all sports lovers. Below are the various sports  channels on this membership:

• Sky Sports Main Event
• Sky Sports Premier League
• Sky Sports Cricket
• Sky Sports Football
• Sky Sports F1
• Sky Sports Golf
• Sky Sports Action
• Sky Sports Tennis
• Sky SportsRacing
• Sky Sports Arena
• Sky Sports Mix
• Sky Sports News

NOW Cinema

If you’re interested in Sky TV’s original and popular VOD content, you can try NOW Cinema. This membership gives you over 1,000 movies across 10+ Sky TV channels, ranging from classics to Sky Original films and Box Office hits.

NOW Cinema channels include:

• Sky Cinema Action
• Sky Cinema Christmas
• Sky Cinema Family
• Sky Cinema Animation
• Sky Cinema Hits
• Sky Cinema Must-See Movies
• Sky Cinema Premiere
• Sky Cinema Comedy
• Sky Cinema SciFi Horror
• Sky Cinema Thriller
• Sky Cinema Drama
• Sky Cinema Greats

NOW Hayu

NOW Hayu gives you access to all reality TV shows on Sky TV, including over 3000 episodes of US shows.

NOW TV Memberships and Pricing

Below are the various NOW TV memberships and their pricing:

1. NOW Entertainment

• Entertainment 6-month saver at £6.99/month
• Entertainment & Cinema at £13.99/month
• Entertainment  Fully Flexible £9.99/month

2. NOW Cinema

• Cinema & Entertainment at £13.99/month
• Cinema Fully Flexible at £9.99/month

3. NOW Sports

• Month Membership at £26/month
• Day Membership at £14.99

4. NOW Hayu at £4.99/ month (includes a 7-day free trial)

You can download the NOW TV app from the Amazon Store. Installing it and setting it on your FireStick is straightforward. Here is our guide to installing Now TV on Fire Stick in quick and easy steps.

FAQ’s

Can I watch Sky Go on FireStick?

No, you can’t. At the moment, Sky Go is unsupported on Fire TV devices. The only Amazon devices compatible with the app are the Fire tablet and phone.

What devices support the Sky Go app?

Several devices support the Sky Go app, including Google phones and tablets, Apple phones and tablets, Amazon Fire phones and tablets, PlayStation, Xbox, and Apple TV.

Can I watch Sky Go on a TV?

Yes, you can. If you have an Apple TV 4K box or gaming console connected to a TV, you can use the Sky Go app on these devices to watch content on your TV. However, you would need a multi-screen or whole-home Sky TV subscription for this to work.

Is Sky Go free?

Yes, Sky Go is free for all Sky TV users. If you already have a Sky TV subscription, install the app on your device and log in using your TV credentials.

Why does Sky Go keep crashing on FireStick?

Sky Go keeps crashing on FireStick because of incompatibility. The app developer or content provider may have placed restrictions that prevent the app from working on unsupported devices. Sideloading the app onto the FireStick might be possible, but the functionality depends on what the developer or owner permits.

Wrapping Up

You can sideload the Sky Go app on FireStick using apps like Downloader, Aptoide, and ES File Explorer. However, the app may still not work. You will get an error message whenever you try to open and use the app.

Have you tried sideloading Sky Go on FireStick? I would be delighted to hear about your experience. Please leave your thoughts and experiences in the comment section below.

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