How to Install Downloader and Sideload Apps on FireStick (Complete Guide)

🔧 What Is the Downloader App?

Downloader is a free and powerful tool that lets you:

• Download third-party apps (APKs)
• Access websites directly
• Install and manage app files on FireStick

It’s the easiest way to install apps not available on the Amazon App Store.

📥 Part 1: Install Downloader on FireStick

Step 1: Go to the Search Icon

➡️ From your FireStick home screen, select the Find icon.

Step 2: Open the Search Box

➡️ Click on the Search bar.

Step 3: Search for “Downloader”

➡️ Use the on-screen keyboard to type Downloader.

💡 Tip: You can also hold the microphone button and say “Downloader.”

Step 4: Select the Downloader App

➡️ Click on the orange Downloader icon.

Step 5: Download the App

➡️ Hit Get or Download to install the app.

Step 6: Open Downloader

➡️ Click Open once the installation is complete.