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In this step-by-step guide, I will show you how to install Kodi 19.3 Matrix and 18.9 Leia on FireStick within 2 minutes. The same guide will also work for Firestick 4K, Fire TV, Firestick Lite, and Fire TV Cube. Before we start the installation steps, let's start with a brief introduction.

Amazon Fire TV / Stick has already taken the video streaming market by storm. Ever since it came on the scene, it has been selling like hotcakes, thanks to its incredible ease of use and support for popular entertainment services like Netflix, BBC iPlayer, Hotstar, Amazon Prime Video, and many others. To top it all, the Amazon FireStick comes with Alexa support. So just lie down on your couch and start navigating through everything just using your voice. You won't even need to lift your fingers now. Isn't it super cool!!!

However, as alluring as it might sound, there is just one slight bit of problem. Although a great amount of multimedia content is available free of cost, the premium contents come with premium price tags. This is definitely a bother for most users and the biggest reason why users install Kodi on Firestick. Kodi is one of the best Amazon Fire Stick apps, which will open a new world of free multimedia content that might not even be available in your region or comes with an exorbitant price tag.

If you are already using Kodi on your Fire TV or Fire Stick and looking for just a simple update to 19.3 Matrix, you should read this – how to update Kodi on FireStick.

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How to Install Kodi on FireStick

Kodi for Fire Stick offers lots of streaming opportunities. The multimedia content offered by Kodi is indeed staggering. If you've decided to jailbreak Amazon Fire Stick, you are just at the right place. You're about to learn how to install Kodi on FireStick in as many ways as possible.

Attention, FireStick Users!

Governments and ISPs constantly monitor your online activity, and accessing copyrighted content on your Fire TV Stick could lead to serious trouble. Currently, your IP is visible to everyone. I strongly recommend getting the best FireStick VPN to mask your IP address and securely stream your favorites.

I personally use ExpressVPN, the fastest and most secure VPN available. Not only is it easy to install on any device, it comes with a risk-free 30-day money-back guarantee. Plus, if you're not 100% satisfied, you can always get a refund. ExpressVPN is currently also offering a whopping 3 extra months free on their annual plan!

Here are reasons why using a VPN at all times is essential.

Read: How to install and use Best VPN for FireStick

STEP 1: Get the Downloader app

This is by far the most popular, easiest, and fastest method for installing Kodi on Fire TV Stick. If you follow all the steps carefully, it won't take more than 2 minutes. Downloader is an amazing app and is available free of cost on the Amazon App Store. It makes the Kodi installation process very smooth and convenient.

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

Note: If you still have the older version of FireStick, select the lens icon in the top-left of the home screen

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 one step away to install Kodi.

STEP 2: Prepare Your FireStick for Kodi Installation

First of all, if you just purchased your Fire TV or FireStick, here's how to set up Fire Stick for the first time. Now that you have set up your Stick successfully, prepare it for the Kodi installation. You'll have to make four tweaks. Enable ADB debugging, Turn ON Apps from Unknown Sources, Turn OFF Device Usage Data, and Turn OFF Collect App Usage Data. You can easily do all of this by following these steps:

1. Just navigate to Settingson your Fire TV Stick in the middle bar on the far right of the home screen

2. Then select My Fire TV

3. ClickDeveloper Options

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

5. Now, click Install unknown apps

6. Turn it ON for the Downloader app

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

Your Amazon Fire TV Stick is now all set. Now we are a step 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. For those who are not aware, Kodi 19.3 Matrix is the latest stable version as of the date.

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

2. Now a pop-up keypad will appear

To install the latest version Kodi Matrix 19.3, enter https://www.firesticktricks.com/kapk and click GO.

Note: Several add-ons are not working with 19.3. I recommend going with the older version 19.2. You may use the following link to install Kodi 19.2 – https://www.firesticktricks.com/k192

A few users still prefer using Kodi 18.9 Leia, if that is the case, you can get 18.9 by following this URL: https://www.firesticktricks.com/old

3. This will begin the downloading process.

5. Once the download is finished, click Install.

6. Wait for the download to complete.

7. You see the App Installed message once Kodi is installed. ClickOPEN to start the Kodi application. If you want to open it later, clickDONE.

You won't find the Kodi app on your home screen, so just head toSettings ->Applications ->Manage Installed Applications ->Kodi ->Launch .

You may also press down theHomekey/button on your remote for 5 seconds and clickApps on the pop-up screen to access Kodi.

How to Use Kodi on FireStick

Now that you have installed Kodi, it is time that you know how to use it on Fire Stick for safe and sound entertainment. With Kodi, you will have access to the huge 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 would like 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 end up in some serious legal troubles.

Thankfully, there is a way to continue enjoying your favorite content through Kodi without having to worry about who might be looking. What you must use is a trusted VPN service, which will mask all your internet activities from the web snoops. A VPN helps you bypass Internet Throttling, online surveillance, and content geo-restrictions.

I personally use and recommend ExpressVPN. It is the fastest VPN, which is the most important thing for a smooth streaming experience.

We never promote or encourage copyright infringements. But, we don't want you to end up in the legal hassles either. Furthermore, we believe in the right to privacy and are its strong proponent.

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

Step 1: Click HERE to subscribe to the ExpressVPN service. There is a 30-day, full, no-questions-asked money-back guarantee. If you are not satisfied with it (which I see no reason why), you can request a full refund within the first 30 days.

Step 2: Power ON your Fire TV / Stick and navigate to the magnifying glass (Search icon). You will find it on the extreme left. Now start typing "Expressvpn" (without quotes) in the search bar and select ExpressVPN when it shows up in the search results

Step 3: Click "Get" to download and install the ExpressVPN application on your Fire TV / Stick

Step 4: Once installed, launch the ExpressVPN app and login with Email ID/password that you created while buying the ExpressVPN subscription.

Step 5: Now click the Power icon to connect to a VPN server (see the image below). You can also change your preferred location by clicking "Choose Location" as shown in the image below. That's all. Your connection is now secure with the fastest and best VPN for FireStick.

You can read more about using ExpressVPN with FireStick.

Now that your online activities are private, it is time to learn what to do next with Kodi on Fire TV Stick. As I mentioned earlier, you will not find any content on Kodi as it is a simple media player. To stream movies, TV Shows, or Sports, you will need to install different Kodi Addons / Builds. If you are totally newbie, here's my step-by-step beginner's guide to using Kodi.

Wondering how to get the best Kodi Addons or Builds on your Fire TV / Stick? Check out the links below which will help you install popular Addons and builds which are working fine and pulling quality streams.

How to install Exodus Redux
How to install Venom Addon
How to Install FEN Addon
How to install Titanium Build
How to install No Limits Magic Build

Video Guide For Installing Kodi on Amazon FireStick

You have successfully installed Kodi on Fire Stick. If this method doesn't work, you can try other methods given below.

How to Get Kodi on FireStick Using Alternate Methods

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

ES File Explorer does not support free sideloading of the third-party apps any longer. You need a premium subscription that will cost you $9.99 per month. On the other hand, Downloader is one hundred percent free. If you have already installed Kodi on FireStick using the Downloader method (as provided above), you may skip this section).

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 & Use ES File Explorer on FireStick.

Here're the steps to install Kodi on 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 navigate to the "Search" icon on 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 section where you see several icons. Select and click the Downloader icon
Click+New at the bottom
A pop-up will appear. Enter https://www. firesticktricks.com/kapk in the Path section and any name of your choice in theName section
ClickDownload Now
Wait while Kodi is downloaded on FireStick
ClickOpen File
Click Install when prompted
ClickInstall again
That's all. Kodi is now installed on your FireStick / Fire TV.

How to Install Kodi on FireStick Using AppStarter

If you're somehow unable to install Kodi APK on your Amazon Fire TV Stick using the above-mentioned methods, you should give this one a try. AppStarter allows the installation of third-party apps and hence makes the Kodi installation process quite simple and smooth.

Needless to say, you will once again be required to turn ON Apps from unknown sources and switch Off Collect App Usage Data as mentioned in the first method. Once you've done this, install the Downloader app as shown above in the first method.

After that just follow these steps to easily install Kodi on your Fire Stick using AppStarter:

STEP 1: Launch the Downloader app

STEP 2:Click the URL box where it sayshttp://

STEP 3:Now a new window will appear. Enter https:// firesticktricks.com/as4.apk and clickGO

STEP 4:Once the AppStarter is downloaded, click "Install."

STEP 5:After AppStarter is installed, launch it.

STEP 6:To install Kodi, first, go to "Updates" in the left side menu of AppStarter. Now click "Install" on the right side where it displays Kodi.

Kudos as you've successfully jailbroken your Amazon Fire Stick and installed Kodi on it using the AppStarter. However, if this trick also doesn't work and you're unable to jailbreak Amazon Fire Stick, then you can go to the next method.

Install Kodi on Amazon Fire TV Stick With FileLinked

Note: The FileLinked application is no longer available

FileLinked is an effective file sharing tool, which you can also use to sideload apps on FireStick. Here is how you can install Kodi on FireStick using the FileLinked app.

STEP 1: The first thing you want to do is install FileLinked on FireStick

STEP 2: Launch FileLinked

STEP 3: When you see the following screen, enter the code54780130 and clickContinue

Note: The FileLinked application is no longer available

STEP 4: Click theDownloadicon next to the Kodi version you wish to install

STEP 5: When the download is finished, click the Play button next to the version of the file you downloaded. Follow the on-screen instructions to install Kodi on FireStick

FAQs

Is Kodi safe & legal?

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

What can you watch on Kodi?

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

Remember that Kodi does not host any content of its own. You are required to source content through Kodi addons. There are literally hundreds of addons for all kinds of videos you like to stream. Kodi supports both official addons 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, and Fire TV Cube) have the same interface and navigation system. The installation instructions for Kodi used in this guide apply to Fire TV Cube as well.

What is the latest version of Kodi for Firestick?

Kodi 19.3 Matrix is the latest version of Kodi. This version was released in October 2021 and offered some minor bug fixes and cosmetic changes.

Conclusion

This is it. I hope you had a smooth experience with the above-mentioned instructions. Now sit back and enjoy the plethora of amazing multimedia content offered by Kodi. However, we will 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-debrid for pulling quality streaming links and avoid Kodi buffering issues. If you face any errors in the future, you can reset Kodi on FireStick and it will be as good as new.

All of these methods to install Kodi has been tried and tested by me and are working perfectly fine.

If you know of any other better way to install Kodi on FireStick or have any issues following any of these steps, feel free to drop your queries in the comments below.

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