How to Sideload Apps on Firestick - Complete Guide 2025
Learn how to sideload IPTV apps on Amazon Firestick. Step-by-step guide using Downloader app for easy APK installation.
How Do I Sideload Apps on Firestick?
Quick Answer: To sideload apps: 1) Go to Settings > My Fire TV > Developer Options, 2) Enable 'Apps from Unknown Sources', 3) Install 'Downloader' from Amazon App Store, 4) Open Downloader and enter APK URL, 5) Install the downloaded APK.
Sideloading lets you install any Android app not available in Amazon's App Store.
Amazon Firestick runs Fire OS based on Android, meaning you can install Android APK files beyond what's in the Amazon App Store. Many popular IPTV apps like TiviMate require sideloading.
Enable Developer Options
Open Settings
Navigate to Settings (gear icon) in the top menu.
Select My Fire TV
Scroll right and select 'My Fire TV'.
Enable Unknown Sources
Turn ON 'Apps from Unknown Sources' in Developer Options.
Install and Use Downloader
Search for Downloader
Search and install 'Downloader' by AFTVnews from Amazon App Store.
Enter APK URL
In Downloader, type or paste the APK download URL.
Download and Install
Click Go, then Install when download completes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is sideloading safe?
Sideloading is safe - just install from official sources or trusted repositories.
What is Downloader app?
A free Firestick app with browser and file downloader for installing APKs.
Why can't I find Developer Options?
Go to About > click Fire TV Stick name 7 times to enable developer mode.
How do I update sideloaded apps?
Download and install the new APK version using the same process.
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Works with these apps
TiviMate
Premium IPTV player with EPG and recording
Kodi
Open-source media center with IPTV add-ons
IPTV Smarters Pro
Cross-platform IPTV player with Xtream support
Compatible devices
Firestick
Affordable streaming stick with Alexa
Fire TV Cube
Premium Fire TV with hands-free Alexa
Written by
IPTV Guide Team
IPTV & Streaming Specialists