We are currently experiencing the full revolution of streaming content. Countless series, movies, documentaries and much more arrive on subscription platforms daily. Some are exclusive content from Netflix, HBO or Disney +, and others we can find them in different places. A real chaos when looking for something specific that we want to see.
Install Stremio on Amazon Fire TV: Video Tutorial
But what if we told you there's a place where you can control all of this and also watch YouTube, TV channels, and many other interesting features? Today we'll tell you everything you need to know about Stremio and how to install it on your Amazon Fire TV.
If you prefer to follow this guide with us instead of reading the steps, here's our video tutorial to help you with the installation process easily and without getting lost. However, throughout this post you'll find some extra tips to enhance your Stremio installation , such as a compilation of the best plugins for this software, so we encourage you to also check out the text after you finish the tutorial.
What is Stremio?
The first and most important thing is to introduce yourself to Stremio. And, the truth is that it is not something new, since it has been in development for several years now and every so often it undergoes improvements thanks to updates that are progressively refined.
Does the name Kodi ring a bell ? Well, Stremio is very similar software. It's an open-source app available for several platforms: Android, iOS, macOS, Windows, Linux, etc. This service works as a kind of multimedia catalog that allows us to perform different functions:
- Through the search engine, we can locate the platform where we can watch a series or movie that we want to find.
- Discover new content thanks to the continuous updates of the platform's catalogue.
- Make a watch list of series and movies and even know which chapters we are going for specifically.
- Watch TV shows live or on demand.
- Consume podcasts of all types and genres.
And this is just the beginning of a long list. Just like with Kodi, we can install certain "programs." These are called Add-ons and are extensions of the service that allow us to perform certain actions. Some are developed by the platform itself, which, for example, will allow us to follow YouTube channels or activate subtitles for the content we're watching. These extensions are completely legal and free of any kind of malware.
However, since it's an open-source system, like Kodi, you'll find many other add-ons created by the community. Some of these add-ons allow you to manage torrents, watch paid channels, and perform a host of other actions, both legal and illegal . By mentioning this, we're not trying to encourage you to use Stremio illegally; quite the opposite. At El Output, we want to inform you of all the benefits this app offers, and ultimately, how each user uses it is their own responsibility.
The best part is that, as we mentioned earlier, this is a multiplatform service that's also completely free. And among the devices where we can use Stremio are Amazon Fire TVs . This gives us the opportunity to take advantage of all its features on any screen compatible with this accessory. However, the installation process might be slightly more complex than on other devices.
How to install Stremio on an Amazon Fire TV?
Now that you know what Stremio is all about, it's time to explain how you can install it on your Amazon Fire TV. You can rest easy because, if you follow all the steps that we show you below, in just 10 minutes you will have it installed on your Fire TV and fully operational to request anything from it.
Unlike on Android TV devices (whether a smart TV or a TV box), the Stremio app doesn't appear anywhere when you search for it in the Amazon Appstore. This is quite common on Fire TVs because Amazon places restrictions on apps that don't strictly adhere to its policies.
However, as you probably know, the Fire OS system is based on Android , so if we follow the correct steps, we can bypass the manufacturer's limitations and have the freedom to install whatever we want.
Install Downloader
So, to start this process, we will need to install a browser with a download system to our Fire TV. This first step is extremely simple:
- Access the search section of your Fire TV that is indicated with a magnifying glass to the left of the menu bar of its interface.
- Now write "Downloader" in this search bar to locate the app we need. As we have mentioned, this will help us download files and incorporates a web browsing system.
- Click “Install” to add it to your Amazon Fire TV app catalog.
Activate the installation of third-party apps
The second step you need to take now, to avoid problems when downloading, is to grant your device permission to download and install apps from unknown sources . This is as simple as:
- Go to the Fire TV settings. You will quickly locate these in the options carousel with the icon of a gear.
- Once here, search and click on the "My Fire TV" section.
- Now go to the “Developer Options” section.
- Here locate "Install unknown apps" and click on it to enter the catalog.
- All you have to do now is look for the "Downloader" application, press it and select the "Activated" option.
Download and Install Streamio from Downloader
This process that we have just explained will allow us to install any third-party application that we download through "Downloader". Now you just have to open Downloader to continue the process:
- On the main screen of the interface of this application you will see a bar to write that is under the phrase "Enter a URL...". Here you must write “Stremio” and then click on “GO”.
- This will make the browser search the internet for possible related results (as if it were Google). Be careful with the first results because they are ads. The correct address in which we must enter (using the cursor to navigate) is stremio.com.
- When you are inside this website, press the menu of the three lines in the upper left corner. In the drop-down you will have a sub-menu in which you can see, among other options, “Download”. Click on it to enter it.
- Now go scrolling down until you reach the Android devices section. And, among all the options, click on the first one that says "Stremio ARM APK". The most current version.
The selected version of Stremio will automatically begin to download to our team. When finished, we will be redirected to a new screen that will ask us if we want to install the application. Click on “Install” to confirm and finish the process. Following this process step by step, after a few minutes, you will have Stremio among the applications installed on your Amazon device.
To locate this application you will only have to go to the section of apps installed on the computer. This is in a different place depending on which interface version your Fire TV has. If you cannot locate it, you can take a look at some videos that we leave you below with a "guided tour" through the entire system in the two versions that you can have.
Here we explain everything you need to know about the latest Fire TV Stick interface update .
It's that easy to install Stremio. When accessing you will have to enter your account and password, or create one, and you will be able to enjoy all its advantages and benefits for lovers of multimedia content.
How to Add Add-Ons to Stremio
Once you have Stremio installed, a good idea is to vitaminize it with Add-ons. Add-ons are small applications that are added to this system to improve the user experience or access content catalogs that exist on the Internet. Its operation is very similar to what Kodi already has, and there are a lot of different add-ons that we can install on our device.
However, the first thing to do is learn how to add the add-ons to our library. To add plugins to your Stremio, do the following:
- On the Stremio home page, click 'Settings'.
- Now, click on 'Add-ons'.
- Now, scroll to the point where it says 'Official Add-ons'. Check 'install' on the plugin you want to add to your system.
- Go back to the home page, select an add-on you just installed and that's it.
Add third-party Add-ons
Stremio allows users to create and publish their own add-ons. Most of the add-ons available for this system have been created by the community . Stremio does not control them, so you should be careful about what you download. Also, be aware that Stremio cannot fix problems caused by third-party add-ons.
To install these types of add-ons, you must return to the same point as in the previous section. Only this time, instead of selecting 'Official Add-ons', select the ' Community ' list.
Once that's done, we'll be able to see a whole list of applications that can give us a much more complete experience on our TV. The list of compatible add-ons is huge, although we recommend that you do some research before installing any of them on your system . In the next section, we'll tell you about some of the most interesting add-ons available for Stremio.
The best add-ons for Stremio
There are many interesting add-ons for Stremio. We will limit ourselves to telling you the best legal extensions, whether they are official or created by third parties. If you want to give your Fire TV Stick a bit of life with Stremio, don't miss these add-ons that we are going to talk about below:
Netflix
Your Fire TV Stick now allows access to Netflix. But if you want to have everything in the same place and not have to leave the app, it's not a bad idea to install this add-on. To use it you will have to log in with your account. Another advantage of this is that you will be able to locate Netflix series and movies through the Stremio search engine itself.
opensubtitles
This is one of the most used Stremio add-ons and also one of the most valued. Allows you to automatically download subtitles from an online database and add them to the current playback.
Former Addons
With this app, we will be able to access a large catalog of films and documentaries in the public domain, that is, they are no longer protected by copyright because they have expired. If you like the classics, you can't miss this add-on for Stremio.
Zooqle
It is a content aggregator. You can put the web or service you prefer as a source and stream content from there. The possibilities are very wide.
VODE
It's used to find free independent films. It's an official add-on designed specifically to promote indie content . If you enjoy researching and discovering films from other countries, you'll love this add-on.
YouTube
YouTube is an official Stremio plugin that comes installed by default. If you frequently watch YouTube videos, this plugin can help you watch ad-free content. The addon also notifies you of new uploads and offers recommendations based on your viewing history.
However, there are some things that the YouTube Stremio plugin cannot do. For example, it will not allow you to access your YouTube account, so you will not have access to your playlist. You also won't be able to stream YouTube TV content.
iberian
It's a kind of Swiss army knife. Many users consider this add-on to be the most interesting of all. It is used to locate other add-ons, as well as playlists and on-demand content. Iberian is the perfect application to discover other hidden gems for Streamio and thus unleash its full potential.