In this post, I will show you how to install, set up, and use SO Player on FireStick and Android TV boxes. The steps can be used for all Amazon Fire TV devices, including FireStick Lite, FireStick 4K, New FireStick 4K, New FireStick 4K Max, and Fire TV Cube.
What is SO Player?
So Player is an IPTV Player. It lets you use your IPTV subscription to watch live TV.
Third-party IPTV services are popular for watching free live TV channels on FireStick. These IPTV providers offer:
- Live TV channels
- Sports content
- Videos on demand
- And much more
Some IPTV services have dedicated apps with integrated IPTV players, while others focus primarily on content and rely on external IPTV players.
So Player is one such IPTV player that lets you stream content through your IPTV subscription. In other words, the IPTV service has videos, and the So Player can play those videos.
Please note that SO Player is only an IPTV Player. It does not host content. To use the app, you need at least one IPTV subscription.
SO Player works on all major devices, including Fire TVs, Roku, Android phones, Android tablets, and more.
Attention: Read before you continue
Governments and ISPs worldwide monitor their users' online activities. If you are found streaming copyrighted content on your device, you could get into serious trouble. Currently, your IP is visible to everyone. I strongly recommend you get a good VPN and hide your identity so your movie viewing experience doesn’t take a bad turn.
I use ExpressVPN, which is the fastest and most secure VPN for IPTV. 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 an annual plan.
Read: How to Install and Use a VPN on FireStick
Read: How to Install VPN on Other Streaming Devices
SO Player Features
Here are the salient features of SO Player:
- Multiple playlists support.
- Intuitive and easy-to-use user interface.
- EPG (Electric Program Guide) support.
- Scheduled recording.
- Catch-up function.
- Parental control functions.
- Sleep timer.
- VPN compatibility.
- Much more!
Is SO Player Safe & Legal?
IPTV players are generally safe and legal. Some are available in official stores like the Google Play and Apple Store.
However, SO Player is unavailable on the Amazon App Store, which may sound alarming. Therefore, I ran the SO Player APK file on VirusTotal. Fortunately, none of the vendors flagged it as malicious.
Next, SO Player’s legal standing is complex. The app is legal because it does not host any content. However, you can integrate it with third-party IPTV services that might have copyrighted or unlicensed material.
Subscribe only to verified IPTV providers. However, safeguard your privacy and online identity with a reliable VPN. I trust, use, and recommend ExpressVPN.
ExpressVPN completely encrypts my online activities and hides my identity from anyone who might be spying, including governments, ISPS, or third parties.
How to Install SO Player on FireStick
SO Player isn’t directly available from the Amazon App Store. You need to sideload it using the Downloader app on FireStick.
Don’t worry, though. The entire process isn’t as complicated as it sounds. Let me show you how to do it with step-by-step instructions.
I have divided the whole process into two parts to make it seamless. Let’s start with the first phase.
Legal Disclaimer: This tutorial is purely educational. FireStickTricks.com doesn’t own, host, operate, resell, or distribute any streaming apps, addons, websites, IPTV or services. The page contains some unverified services, and we are not certain whether they hold legal licenses to distribute the content. FireStickTricks.com does not verify the legality of each app/service in all regions. Do your due diligence if you use any of the unverified apps/services, and stream only content that is available in the public domain. The end-user shall be solely responsible for the media accessed.
Part 1: Prepare FireStick for Sideloading
First, we will download the SO Player APK file on FireStick using the Downloader app. Then, we’ll make a necessary change to the FireStick Settings, enabling unknown sources for Downloader.
The quick steps are as follows:
1. Go to FireStick home, select Find, and click the Search menu. Type Downloader and click on the Downloader suggestion from the list below.
After that, identify the app with the orange logo and click on it. Then click Get or Download to install the Downloader on FireStick.
Or, read our detailed guide on how to go about it.
2. Press the Home button to return to FireStick home. Scroll right to the Settings gear and click on it. Open the My Fire TV menu. Next, explore Developer Options.
You will see one of the following two options depending on your FireStick device version:
- Option 1— Install Unknown Apps: Click it and enable Downloader on the next screen.
- Option 2—Apps from Unknown Sources: Click this option and then click Turn On at the following prompt.
Now, select Fire TV Stick and click it 7 times to enable Developer Options. If you’re still not sure how to do it, here’s a step-by-step guide to enable developer options.
That’s it. Your FireStick is ready to install third-party apps from the web.
Part 2: Install SO Player on FireStick
Let’s install SO Player on FireStick:
1. Launch Downloader from the Your Apps & Channels screen.
2. Go to the Browser section and select the URL box.
3. Enter firesticktricks.com/so and click Go.
Disclaimer: FireStickTricks.com does not host or own this (or any other third-party) URL. We are not affiliated with the developers of the So Player app.
4. Wait for the SO Player APK download process to complete.
5. Click Install when SO Player APK stages for installation.
6. Select Done when the SO Player installation is complete.
7. Delete the APK file from FireStick to save space after installation. Click Delete.
8. Click Delete again to remove the SO Player APK file from your FireStick.
You have successfully installed SO Player on FireStick.
Your FireStick / Fire TV is now all ready to stream your favorite content. However, before you start, I would like to warn you that everything you stream online is visible to your ISP and Government. This means, streaming free movies, TV shows, Sports might get you into legal trouble.
Thankfully, there is a foolproof way to keep all your streaming activities hidden from your ISP and the Government. All you need is a good VPN for Fire Stick. A VPN will mask your original IP which is and will help you bypass Online Surveillance, ISP throttling, and content geo-restrictions.
I personally use and recommend ExpressVPN, which is the fastest and most secure VPN. It is compatible with all kinds of streaming apps and is very easy to install on Fire TV / Stick.
We do not encourage the violation of copyright laws. But, what if you end up streaming content from an illegitimate source unintentionally? It is not always easy to tell the difference between a legit and illegal source.
So, before you start streaming on your Fire Stick / Fire TV, let’s see how to use ExpressVPN to keep your streaming activities hidden from prying eyes.
Step 1: Subscribe to ExpressVPN HERE. It comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee. Meaning, you can use it free for the first 30-days and if you are not satisfied with the performance (which is highly unlikely), you can ask for a full refund.
Step 2: Power ON your Fire TV Stick and go to Find followed by Search option.
Step 3: Now type “Expressvpn” (without quotes) in the search bar and select ExpressVPN when it shows up in the search results.
Step 4: Click Download to install the ExpressVPN app on Fire TV / Stick.
Step 5: Open the app and enter the login credentials that you created while buying the ExpressVPN subscription. Click Sign in.
Step 6: Click the Power icon to connect to a VPN server. That’s all. Your connection is now secure with the fastest and best VPN for FireStick.
You can also read more detailed info on using ExpressVPN with Fire TV / Stick.
How to Set Up and Use SO Player on FireStick
Before using SO Player, subscribe to an IPTV service or provider from the web. You may want to check our list of the best IPTV services.
Once subscribed, you receive an email with the details, including login ID/password, M3U link, EPG link, PIN code, and more.
Next, find SO Player on FireStick and launch it. You may also create the home screen shortcut of So Player for fast access.
Select Light or Dark mode. I’m going with Dark.
Now, click Provider ID.
Enter the Provider ID provided by your IPTV service re-seller and click Submit.
Click Submit once again.
Now, you can log in to your IPTV service with a Username, password, or PIN Code. Let’s first explore Username and password.
Here, enter your Username and Password and click Submit to log in.
Next, we have the PIN Code method.
Enter the PIN Code provided by your IPTV service re-seller and click Submit.
SO Player will load the content from the IPTV service. The SO Player branding is at the top. At the bottom, you can see the TV, Movies, Catch-up, EPG, and more.
You can go to the menu and check the content available. The content varies depending on the IPTV service you choose.
FAQ’s
Here are some popular SO Player FAQs:
Is SO Player an IPTV service?
SO Player is only an IPTV player and not an IPTV provider. However, you can use any of your IPTV subscriptions to view the content via SO Player.
Which IPTV services work with SO Player?
Fortunately, SO Player is compatible with most of the IPTV services. All you have to do is subscribe to an IPTV service and receive the login credentials via email. You can then use the information to log in to SO Player and stream your preferred content.
What is the best IPTV player for FireStick?
Many IPTV players work flawlessly with FireStick. TiviMate and IPTV Smarters are such examples. You can check them out to see which one works best for you.
Is SO Player safe & legal?
The legal and safety aspects of SO Player aren’t as straightforward. Many IPTV services and providers offer access to pirated or copyrighted content. Accessing such content may risk legal issues. Therefore, you must always use a VPN like ExpressVPN while streaming on SO Player for added security.
Wrapping Up
The guide demonstrated how to install SO Player on FireStick. If you have any questions or suggestions, please write to us in the comments box below.
Related:
- How to Install IPTV Smarters Pro on FireStick
- TiviMate IPTV Player on FireStick
- Install Perfect Player APK on FireStick
- How to Install Yes Player on FireStick
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Charles Best Jr says
I am having problems renewing my account
Max says
Hi Charles,
It looks like multiple people are having issues with SO Player at this time, which may indicate that the player is experiencing technical difficulties. I recommend reaching out to the SO Player support team for further assistance. Alternatively, you may be experiencing a technical issue with your IPTV service provider. You can also reach out to your provider’s support team if you feel that this is necessary. If you would like to consider switching your IPTV player, I recommend checking out our article listing the best IPTV players available for FireStick. Hope this helps!
rose moore says
my subscription no longer exits I guess so how do I renew or get a new iptv service
Max says
Hi Rose,
SO Player appears to be experiencing technical difficulties at this time. I recommend reaching out to the SO Player support team for further assistance. Alternatively, you may be experiencing a technical issue with your IPTV service provider. As an additional step, you can also reach out to your provider’s support team if you feel that this is necessary. If you would like to consider switching your IPTV player, I recommend checking out our article listing the best IPTV players available for FireStick. Hope this helps!
Summer says
How to pay the bill
Max says
Hi Summer,
SO Player is a free IPTV player. You shouldn’t have to pay to use SO Player’s services. You will have to subscribe to an IPTV provider in order to integrate streamable content into SO Player, which will require payment. Each IPTV provider is different, so the way in which you will pay for their services will vary depending on the provider you choose to subscribe to. It appears that, at this time, multiple people are experiencing issues with the SO IPTV Player. If you are also experiencing technical difficulties while attempting to access SO Player, I recommend reaching out to the SO Player support team. Alternatively, if you are considering switching to a different IPTV player, you can check out this article listing the best IPTV players for FireStick. Hope this helps!
John says
Can this process be accomplished with a Roku as opposed to a fire stick.
Max says
Hi John. Unfortunately, SO Player is not compatible with Roku. However, you can bypass this by downloading the SO Player app on your Android device and screen mirroring onto Roku.
Kenneth Lindsay says
How do I sign up for a SOplayer account
Max says
Hi Kenneth. SO IPTV is an IPTV player. It doesn’t carry any TV channels or movies with it. You need to have a specific IPTV provider subscription to play the content on FireStick using SO Player. SO Player is compatible with all the major IPTV services out there. Just make sure to receive the required login information in the confirmation email.
Here is a list of our best IPTV services for FireStick that you can sign up for.
Susan Hurst says
which firestick works best with SO Player?
Max says
Hi Susan, all FireStick devices work great with SO player. If you are trying to decide on which device is best for you, check out our best Fire TV streaming devices for your needs.