Install Kodi on FireStick

Welcome to our quick installation guide for Kodi 21 Omega! In just a couple of minutes, you’ll have Kodi up and running on your device. This guide is designed to work seamlessly with a range of Amazon devices, including FireStick 4K, 4K Max, Fire TV, FireStick Lite, All-New FireStick 4K, All-New FireStick 4K Max, and Fire TV Cube. Before we dive into the installation process, let’s start with a brief overview.

What’s Kodi?

Kodi, a free and open-source media player, is widely trusted by users for its safety. Originally developed for the Xbox in the early 2000s, it was later rebranded from XBMC (Xbox Media Center) to Kodi.

With Kodi, you can effortlessly organize and enjoy your digital media library, including TV shows, movies, and series. Its compatibility with various audio and video formats makes it an incredibly versatile platform, accessible on major hardware platforms like FireStick, Android, Linux, iOS, Windows, and Mac.

What sets Kodi apart is its intuitive user interface and straightforward layout. Additionally, users can augment its capabilities by installing add-ons from both official and unofficial sources. These add-ons expand Kodi’s functionality, enabling access to live TV, a vast array of content, integration with various services, and much more.

Is Kodi Safe & Legal?

Concerns about safety and legality are natural, especially with open-source media apps like Kodi. Thankfully, Kodi itself is both safe and legal, readily available on major app platforms such as the Google Play Store and Microsoft Store.

However, it’s important to understand that while Kodi itself is safe and legal, the same may not always hold true for all Kodi add-ons. Many add-ons are developed by third-party sources, raising the possibility that some may contain malware.

While unofficial third-party add-ons might pose risks such as viruses, Kodi itself doesn’t compromise your device or data security. Here’s an overview of Kodi’s safety status according to VirusTotal.

As mentioned earlier, while Kodi itself is safe and legal, some unofficial add-ons operate in legal gray areas due to being unlicensed. Using these third-party add-ons could potentially breach copyright and piracy laws, resulting in serious legal consequences.

To mitigate these risks when using third-party Kodi add-ons, it’s advisable to utilize a reliable and high-quality VPN service like ExpressVPN. By using a VPN, you can avoid exposing your IP address, which could otherwise lead authorities or your internet service provider (ISP) to your location.

ExpressVPN not only safeguards your privacy by masking your IP address but also encrypts your streaming and download data, protecting it from any potential eavesdropping on your connection.

Why Kodi for FireStick?

Amazon Fire TV and FireStick stand out as highly popular streaming devices, known for their affordability, user-friendliness, and ability to bring entertainment right into your home with ease. They support a wide range of premium streaming services like Netflix, BBC iPlayer, Hotstar, Amazon Prime Video, and many others.

However, the cost of multiple premium subscriptions can quickly add up, making them impractical for many users. This is where FireStick shines. It offers a cost-effective solution, providing access to a plethora of entertainment options, including movies, TV series, documentaries, live channels, and more, all without the hefty subscription fees.

By leveraging open-source media apps like Kodi and other Amazon FireStick apps, FireStick grants users access to a wealth of entertainment sources without the hassle and expense of numerous subscriptions.

Note: If you’re already using Kodi on your Fire TV or Fire Stick and seeking a simple update to version 21.0 Omega, check out our guide on how to update Kodi on your FireStick.

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How to Install Kodi on FireStick

STEP 1: Get the Downloader app

The most popular, simplest, and quickest way to install Kodi on your Fire TV Stick is through the use of Downloader. This free app, readily available on the Amazon App Store, streamlines the Kodi installation process, ensuring a seamless and hassle-free experience.

1. Select the FIND option in the middle bar on the FireStick home screen. Then click Search.

2. Now, search and click the Downloader app in the search results.

3. Click Download.

Once you have downloaded and installed the Downloader app on your Fire TV or Fire Stick, we are just a few steps away from installing Kodi.STEP 2: Prepare Your FireStick for Kodi Installation

Installing Kodi on FireStick is pretty easy if you have the correct information. The instructions to set up FireStick for Kodi installation are as follows:1. Launch FireStick and click the cogwheel settings icon at the right-side edge of the icons bar.

2. Select the My Fire TV tile at the lower-left corner of the screen.

3. Click Developer Options.

4. Click ADB debugging (optional) and turn it ON.

5. You will see one of these two options on this window:

Install unknown apps
Apps from unknown sources

If it’s the first option, click it and proceed to the next step (step 6). If it’s the second option, click and enable it, skip step 6, and jump to step 7.

6. Turn it ON for the Downloader app.

7. Now, navigate to Settings and open Preferences > Privacy Settings. Turn OFF the Device Usage Data and Collect App Usage Data.

Note: This step is optional but highly recommended if you are concerned about privacy.

Your Amazon Fire TV Stick is all set, so we are closer to the Kodi installation.

STEP 3: Install Kodi on FireStick

In this step, we will learn to download and install Kodi on your Amazon Fire TV Stick. Kodi 21.0 Omega is the latest stable version as of date.

1. Launch the Downloader app you just installed and click the URL box

2. To install the latest Kodi Omega 21.0, enter firesticktricks.com/kapk and click GO.

Note: FireStickTricks.com does not host any APKs or URLs. The URL above redirects to an external source.

3. This will begin the downloading process.

4. Once the download is finished, click Install.
5. Wait for the download to complete.

6. You see the app Installed message once Kodi is installed. Click OPEN to start the Kodi application. If you want to open it later, click DONE.

You won’t find the Kodi app on your home screen. However, you can easily create the Kodi home screen shortcut. Alternatively, press the Home key/button on your remote for 5 seconds and click Apps on the pop-up screen to access Kodi.

How to Use Kodi on FireStick

Now that you have installed Kodi, it is time to learn how to use it on Fire Stick for safe and sound entertainment.

With Kodi, you will have access to the vast world of free content ranging from movies to TV shows and a lot more. But, before you start using Kodi on your Fire TV / Stick, I want to warn you that whatever you stream on Kodi is visible to your ISP and Government. If caught watching copyrighted content (free movies, TV shows, Sports), you might have serious legal trouble.

Thankfully, there is a way to continue enjoying your favorite content through Kodi without worrying about who might be looking. Use a trusted VPN service to mask all your internet activities from web snoops.

A VPN helps bypass Internet Throttling, online surveillance, and content geo-restrictions. I use and recommend ExpressVPN. It is the fastest VPN, the most important thing for a smooth streaming experience.

We never promote or encourage copyright infringements, but we don’t want you to be involved in the legal hassles. Furthermore, we believe in the right to privacy and are strong advocates of it.

So, before using Kodi on Fire TV / Stick, let’s see how to use ExpressVPN to keep your streaming activities hidden from prying eyes.

How to Get Kodi on FireStick Using Alternate Methods

You may skip this section if you have already installed Kodi on FireStick using the Downloader method (as provided above).

Downloader is a reliable app, and you should typically face no difficulty installing Kodi on FireStick through it. But, if you have a premium subscription to the popular file manager app ES File Explorer, you might want to use that instead.

ES File Explorer no longer supports free sideloading of third-party apps. Instead, you need a premium monthly subscription that costs $9.99. On the other hand, Downloader is one hundred percent free.

Note: You can download the unofficial version of ES File Explorer. The unofficial version unlocks all the features of premium ES File Explorer for free.

Install Kodi on FireStick Using ES File Explorer

You can learn more about the ES File Explorer app in our guide on How to Install and Use ES File Explorer on FireStick. Here are the steps to install Kodi on the Amazon Fire TV Stick:

Power on your Amazon Fire TV Stick.
Go to Settings > My Fire TV.
Open Developer Options.
Turn On Apps from Unknown Sources.
Go to the Fire Stick homepage and click the “Search” icon at the top left of your screen.
Type “ES File Explorer” and click it when it shows in the search results.
Follow the on-screen instructions to install the ES File Explorer app on FireStick.
Once the app is installed, launch it. Now, go to the right, where you see several icons. Select and click the Downloader icon.
Click +New at the bottom.
A pop-up will appear. In the Path section, enter firesticktricks.com/kapk and any name of your choice in the Name section.
Click Download Now.
Wait while Kodi is downloaded on FireStick.
Click Open File.
Click Install when prompted.
Click Install again.
That’s all. Kodi is now installed on your FireStick / Fire TV.

How to Install Kodi on FireStick Using AppStarter

If you can’t successfully install Kodi via the Downloader app or ES File Explorer, try using AppStarter.

Like the Downloader, AppStarter allows the installation of unregistered apps or apps from unknown sources.

It also follows a similar installation process that requires installing third-party apps on your FireStick and disabling the Collect App Usage Data. The steps to make these adjustments are the same as those for the Downloader app.

After completing all the required changes, proceed with installing Kodia via AppStarter using the steps below:

1. Go to your Fire TV home page and click the Apps icon at the right-side corner of the icon bar.

2. Select the Downloader tile from the list of apps.

3. Click the URL box highlighted in the image below.

4. Now, a new window will appear. Enter firesticktricks.com/appstarter and click GO.

5. Once the AppStarter is downloaded, click “Install.”

6. After AppStarter is installed, launch it. To install Kodi, go to “Updates” on the left-hand menu of AppStarter. Now click “Install” on the right side, where it displays Kodi.

Kudos, you’ve successfully jailbroken your Amazon Fire Stick and installed Kodi using AppStarter.

FAQ’s

Is Kodi safe & legal?

Kodi is one hundred percent safe and legal. You can download Kodi from the official app stores on various devices, such as the Google Play Store for Android and the Microsoft Store for Windows 10. These app stores would never host an unsafe and illegal app. However, remember that Kodi allows specific third-party add-ons that may stream copyrighted content. Streaming such content is not legal.

What can you watch on Kodi?

You can watch movies, shows, sports, live TV, documentaries, kids’ content, anime, and anything you can think of.

Remember that Kodi does not host any content of its own. Instead, you are required to source content through Kodi addons. There are hundreds of add-ons for all types of videos you like to stream. Kodi supports both official add-ons as well as third-party add-ons. You can also use Kodi builds for an enhanced experience.

Can you install Kodi on Fire TV Cube?

Yes, you can install Kodi on Fire TV Cube. All Fire TV devices (FireStick 2nd Gen, Fire Stick 4K, 4K Max, and Fire TV Cube) have the same interface and navigation system. Therefore, the installation instructions for Kodi in this guide also apply to the Fire TV Cube.

How can I access reliable Kodi addons for FireStick?

Kodi has an official addon repository with various addons from sports and live TV to movies, TV series, and documentaries. Besides installing official addons from the repository, you can review multiple online sources for third-party addons. Remember to use a reliable VPN like ExpressVPN when installing unofficial addons on your device. Using unregistered sources to stream copyright content is illegal and can lead to prosecution should the authorities find out.

What is the latest version of Kodi for FireStick?

Kodi 21.0 Omega is the latest version of Kodi. It was released in March 2024 and offers minor bug fixes and cosmetic changes.

Conclusion

This is it. I hope you had a smooth experience with the instructions mentioned above. Now, sit back and enjoy the plethora of fantastic multimedia content Kodi offers. However, I recommend you stay wary of accessing pirated or illegal content.

If you are new to Kodi, here’s my beginner’s guide on how to use Kodi. Also, check out how to use real-debris to get quality streaming links and avoid Kodi buffering issues. If you face any errors in the future, you can reset Kodi on FireStick.

I have tried and tested all these methods to install Kodi, and they work perfectly. If you know of any better way to install Kodi on FireStick or have any issues following these steps, please post your queries in the comments below.

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