In this tutorial, I will show you how to install, set up, and use Thunder TV IPTV on FireStick, Fire TV, FireStick 4K, and Fire TV Cube. I will also review the service, explain what it offers, and explain if it’s legal and worth subscribing to.
Over the last few years, Amazon has successfully captured the streaming device market with new launches, innovative features, fluid UI, and support for various types of video streaming apps. People are familiar with names like Netflix, Prime Video, Peacock, and Disney+. However, the popularity of IPTV apps is difficult to ignore. With IPTV apps like PrimeStreams and Thunder TV, you can easily stream well-known TV series, movies, and live TV channels around the globe.
Among the IPTV services for FireStick, Thunder TV comfortably earns our recommendation with support for over 14,000 live TV channels in various categories, including sports, news, and entertainment.
Before we get into installing Thunder TV on the Firestick and reviewing its features and price, let’s first understand what Thunder IPTV is and why it’s getting popular these days.
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Read: How to Install and Use Best VPN for FireStick
What Is Thunder TV?
Thunder TV is an IPTV provider with live TV channels and on-demand video support. The service is available on all major platforms, including iOS, Android, Roku, FireStick, Apple TV, Chromecast, and Xbox One.
The service allows anyone with a compatible device to stream live games from major pro leagues and local sports channels and offers access to hit movies, anime, kids shows, and much more.
What’s more? Thunder TV integrates perfectly with other well-known IPTV players such as iMPlayer, Perfect Player, and SS IPTV Player. Excited to give Thunder IPTV a try? Read the installation guide below to download and use Thunder IPTV on your FireStick.
Is Thunder TV Legal?
That’s a tricky question to answer. Thunder TV isn’t available on the official Amazon App Store. That alone may be a reason for alarm. On top of that, Thunder IPTV is surprisingly cheaper than YouTube TV Live.
FireStickTricks.com can’t verify the legitimacy of every piece of content available on Thunder IPTV in your region. A media company in your country may have purchased the rights to air certain TV shows or movies. Thus, consuming that same content through Thunder TV may be illegal.
Your government and local ISP can track the content you stream on your FireStick. Streaming illegitimate content, whether intentional or not, can get you in legal trouble in the future. Follow our suggested workaround to hide your IP address using a VPN.
Using ExpressVPN on FireStick, you can easily mask your IP address and enjoy a buffering-free Thunder IPTV experience with blazing-fast speeds and robust privacy settings.
We do not encourage the violation of copyright laws. However, what if you end up accidentally streaming content from an illegitimate source? For typical users, it’s not always easy to tell the difference between a legal and an illegal source.
First, you need to subscribe to ExpressVPN. The service comes with a 30-day money-back guarantee. If you are not satisfied with the service, you can receive a full refund within 30 days of your payment, no questions asked. Read our detailed guide to learn how to install ExpressVPN on FireStick.
How to Install Thunder TV on FireStick
Thunder TV IPTV isn’t available on the official Amazon App Store. Users will have to sideload Thunder TV APK using an app called Downloader.
1. Switch on your FireStick and go to Find on the home screen.
2. Select Search and a virtual keyboard will appear.
3. Type Downloader or use the Alexa voice search.
4. Select Downloader from the suggestions below the virtual keyboard.
5. Find and select Downloader among the search results. It has an orange background and will be under Apps and Games.
6. Select Get or Download. We will use Downloader to sideload Thunder TV APK. First, you have to change some settings on your FireStick.
7. Press the home button on your FireStick remote. Select Settings.
9. Scroll down and select My Fire TV.
10. Select Developer Options.
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.
11. Click Install Unknown Apps (if you don’t see it, skip this step and go to step 13).
12. Click and enable Downloader.
13. If you see Apps from Unknown Sources, turn it ON (if you didn’t see Install Unknown Apps in step 11).
Once you have enabled this option, you can start sideloading apps from unknown sources.
14. Press the home button on your remote to return to the FireStick home screen. Find Downloader and open it.
15. Select the Enter a URL box. Then, type http://bit.ly/thundiptv and hit the Go button.
16. The system will download the APK file on the device. Select Install when prompted.
That’s it. You have successfully downloaded and installed the Thunder TV app on your FireStick. You can use this IPTV service with all the popular IPTV players for 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 Use Thunder IPTV on FireStick
As expected, you can’t sign up for Thunder IPTV through the FireStick app. Head over to the official website. Sign up for a single-day trial or choose a monthly plan to start using Thunder TV.
Complete your payment through PayPal or credit/debit card and you will receive the relevant details for your account, including your username, password, and M3U link.
Open the Thunder IPTV app (or your IPTV player) on your FireStick and enter your username and password. Then you’re all set to enjoy live TV, movies, and TV series. We’ll review Thunder IPTV’s service in the following section.
Thunder IPTV Overview
From the Thunder TV IPTV home screen, you can choose live TV channels, movies, or TV series. Through live TV channels, you can stream content from countries all around the world.
Thunder TV claims to support over 14,000 live TV channels. You won’t have a hard time looking for relevant content. The service also offers the following features.
- VPN friendly—works with ExpressVPN on the FireStick
- Sports channels
- Entertainment channels
- HD quality support for a number of channels
- M3U link
- Compatible with well-known IPTV players
- Subtitle support
- Favorites manager
- 24-hour trial for €1 (about $1.20)
- Available for FireStick and Android devices
During my Thunder TV trial, I had no problem accessing its large pool of content. It worked flawlessly and as advertised. I was pleasantly surprised to see native support for subtitles as well. You can access subtitles via the settings gear on the bottom right of the video player.
The layout is thoughtfully designed as well. It was easy to navigate content and finding the right menus and options.
How to Access Thunder TV on FireStick
Thunder TV is an excellent IPTV service. Chances are, you’ll use the app frequently on your FireStick.
The FireStick’s new UI allows you to quickly view and access six apps on the home screen. Unless you make Thunder TV (or your preferred IPTV player) one of these six apps, you’ll need to go through your list of all apps every time you want to open it.
Follow the steps below to make Thunder TV one of the six easily accessible apps on your FireStick.
1. Press and hold the home button on your FireStick remote.
2. Select Apps.
3. Scroll down to Thunder TV and press the options button.
4. Select Move, place the app in the top row and press the select button on your remote to finalize its position.
FAQs
Where else can I access Thunder TV?
You can sideload Thunder TV APK on the Amazon FireStick, and the app is natively available on the Google Play Store as well.
Is Thunder TV free?
No. Thunder TV is a paid service, and it doesn’t offer a free trial. You can start your journey with 24-hour access to Thunder IPTV for €1 (about $1.20).
How much does Thunder IPTV cost?
The company offers three subscription plans to choose from.
- €10 per month
- €35 for six months
- €50 for one year
All three plans come with 14,000 HD channels, over 4,000 on-demand videos, free updates, and 24/7 live support.
Is Thunder IPTV worth the price?
Thunder IPTV is absolutely worth the price if you know how to get the most out of the service. However, don’t forget to use ExpressVPN on your FireStick to keep your online activities private.
Wrapping Up
With a wide range of device support, a rich media library, and good pricing packages, Thunder TV continues to be one of the best IPTV services out there. Go through the steps above and start enjoying international media content at home.
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Hi Patrick can you help me set up thunder IPTV on my firestick
Hi William. Our guide shows step-by-step instructions with pictures on how to set up Thunder IPTV on Firestick, simply follow the instructions to set it up.
Hey Patrick,
Have you heard of IPTV Smarters? We have that program but can’t find a rep to pay our subscription fee or even any information except for the software developer!!
Hi Donna. IPTV Smarters does not have any channels of its own. It is just a facilitator which lets you stream channels you have access to through the IPTV service providers.
Therefore, to use IPTV Smarters, you must have subscribed to at least one IPTV service.
Here is our guide on how to install IPTV Smarters, and here is our list of our best IPTV services.