This in-depth guide will show you how to install Kodi on Firestick with step-by-step instructions.

The same process will also work for the Fire TV Cube, Fire TV, and Smart TV Fire TV Televisions. VPNaccess.io recommends using the Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Max due to its low price yet powerful system.

Kodi is one of the most popular apps to install on a Fire TV Stick due to its numerous free add-ons and Builds. These provide endless free entertainment with movies, TV shows, music, and games.  More on the addons and builds after we get Kodi installed.

Kodi isn’t available through the Amazon App Store so we must side-load it with a free application called Downloader. This sounds like a complicated process but it’s not.

There are numerous releases of Kodi currently available for installation. Because Kodi is continually updating/improving the application, a developmental build is usually available for users to test.

However, VPNaccess.io recommends using the stable version of the software which as of the writing of this article is 21.1 Omega.

The video tutorial and screenshot guide below will provide you with instructions on how to install whichever version of Kodi you would like.

This page is continually improved and will always provide relevant guides with the most recent stable release of Kodi as well as past releases as well.

If you have already installed Kodi on a Firestick and you simply want to get the new release.

How to Install Kodi on Firestick (Screenshot Tutorial)

STEP 1: Install the free Downloader App

The Downloader app provides the easiest way of installing Kodi on the Fire TV Stick.

1. Open the search bar from your main menu.

2. Search for Downloader.

3. Choose the Downloader app.

4. Click Download or Get.

5. Wait for the app to install.

6. You will be notified when installation has finished.

STEP 2: Turn on Unknown Sources

We must enable unknown sources to install Kodi due to the fact that it’s not available in the Amazon App Store.

1. Return to the home screen to hover over Settings and click My Fire TV.

2. Choose Developer Options.

IMPORTANT: Please see the notes below if you don’t see Developer Options on your screen.

3. Click Install unknown apps.

4. Find the Downloader app and click it.

5. This will turn Unknown Sources to On for the Downloader app and enable side-loading on your device.

Developer Options Not Available

If you are unable to locate developer options within settings, follow the instructions below to enable this to use the Downloader App.

1. Hover over the Settings icon and click My Fire TV.

2. Click About.

Note: Notice Developer Options is missing.

3. Hover over Fire TV Stick and click the OK button on your remote 7 times to become a developer.

4. Click the back button on your remote and you will notice Developer Options is now showing within My Fire TV.

You are now able to continue to the next step to Install Kodi on Firestick.

STEP 3: Install Kodi 21.1 on Firestick

In this step you will install Kodi on your Fire TV Stick through the Downloader application.

1. Launch the Downloader App.

2. Select the URL Menu bar to open the keyboard.

3. Input 250931 then click Go.

4. You will then encounter a Redirect Page.

5. You are then met with the Toolbox home screen.

6. Scroll down to find your preferred version of Kodi and click Download. (Kodi 21.1 Omega is the most current stable release)

7. After making your selection, wait for the app to download.

8. Click Install.

9. You will then encounter Kodi Ready to launch! message.

10. Click Done.

11. Click Delete to get rid of Kodi installation file.

12. Click Delete again to confirm.

Kodi is now installed on your Fire TV Stick / Fire TV Cube. Enjoy!

STEP 4: Move Kodi to Firestick Home Screen

1. Click shortcut to the left of gear icon to open page that displays all Firestick apps.

2. Highlight Kodi and press the menu button on your Firestick remote. Choose Move.

3. Move Kodi to the top of your apps list and click to drop the Kodi icon. Click to launch Kodi.

4. Click continue.

5. Click Allow for Kodi to record audio.

6. Click Allow for Kodi to access storage.

7.  Kodi is now ready to be used on your Amazon Firestick, Fire TV Cube, Fire TV, or Fire TV Television!

How to Install Kodi with APKTime

The following guide provides an alternative method to install Kodi on Firestick with the APKTime APK.

APKTime features tons of quality streaming apps & APKs that are maintained with latest releases.

1. Launch the Downloader Application.

2. Hover over the URL bar and click the select button on your remote.

3. Type 250931 and click Go.

4. Scroll down to find APKTime and click Download.

5. Click Install.

6. You will then encounter APKTime Ready to launch! message. Click Done.

7. Click Delete to remove the installation file.

8. Click Delete again.

9. Return to your apps list and launch APKTime.

10. Click the search bar in the upper right-hand corner.

11. Type Kodi and click Next.

12. Find the most recent version of Kodi and click Download.

13. Wait for Kodi on Firestick to install.

14. Click Install.

15. You will then encounter Kodi Ready to launch! message.

16. Click Open.

Kodi on Firestick or Fire TV has successfully been installed with the APKTime APK. Enjoy!

Continue reading for more methods to install Kodi on Firestick or Fire TV.

How to Install Kodi With Unlinked App Store

Another well-known method to install Kodi on Firestick is through the Unlinked app store.

Follow the quick steps below for installing Kodi through the Unlinked app store on a Fire TV Stick.

1. Launch the Downloader app on your Fire TV Stick and click the search box.

Note: If you need help configuring Downloader properly refer to the video tutorial above.

2. Type the following URL exactly as it is listed here – https://unlinked.link and click Go

3. Scroll down and click Download Android App.

4. Wait for the file to download.

5. Click Install.

6. Click Open or Done.

7. Prior to launching Unlinked, you will need to enable Install Unknown Apps within the developer options.

8. After installing Unlinked click Add under Add a new library.

9. Enter the following code – 12341234.

NOTE: If this code is down, you can also try 51829986 and install Kodi through that code.

10. After the 12341234 store launches, scroll to the right to locate Kodi 19.

11. Select your preferred Kodi download.

12. Click Download.

13. Click Launch.

14. Click Install.

15. That’s it! You have installed Kodi on Firestick using the Unlinked app store.

Screenshots

Shown below are images of Kodi after installing this app on your device.

Kodi Extras

After you have installed Kodi on your Firestick, you will quickly discover the unlimited streaming capabilities this media software provides. Below we have included some of the most popular uses for Kodi on a Firestick.

Addons

There are hundreds of Kodi add-ons available for installation that provide movies, TV shows, live channels, sports, and much more.

Some of the most popular add-ons used with Kodi on Firestick include The Crew, Seren, Magic Dragon, Asgard, and more.

We have compiled a list of the best options below.

Builds

For an even more streamlined experience with Kodi, we suggest using a Kodi Build.

Kodi builds provide numerous Kodi addons in one location for an all-encompassing streaming platform.

Most Kodi addons are built to cover one area of streaming such as Movies/TV Shows or Live TV/Sports.

However, a Kodi Build provides all streaming categories in one location with a unique interface for a fabulous viewing experience.

Use the link below for the Best Kodi Builds available for Firestick, Android TV, and more.

Live TV (IPTV)

One of the best ways to take advantage of the Kodi Software is by adding your IPTV Service within the platform for live streaming.

There are various methods of doing so but the best way is by installing the PVR Simple Client which integrates perfectly with nearly any IPTV Service for flawless live streaming.

Use the guide below to learn more about authorizing your IPTV Provider within Kodi on Firestick or any other device.

Frequently Asked Questions