If you’re looking for an easy way to stream movies, TV shows, live channels, and more, Kodi is one of the best apps available. However, since Kodi isn’t available on the Amazon Appstore, you’ll need to sideload it using the Downloader app.
In this guide, we’ll show you how to install Kodi on Fire TV Stick and Android TV using the Downloader method — step by step.
🧩 What Is Kodi?
Kodi is a free, open-source media center that allows you to play and stream content from your local storage, network drives, or third-party add-ons. It supports a wide variety of media formats and can turn your Firestick or Android TV into a powerful streaming device.
⚙️ What You’ll Need
Before you begin:
- A Fire TV Stick or Android TV device
- A stable internet connection
- The Downloader app (available from the Amazon Appstore or Google Play Store)
- About 200 MB of free space
🔥 Part 1: Install Kodi on Fire TV Stick Using Downloader
Step 1: Enable Apps from Unknown Sources
- On your Fire TV Stick, go to Settings → My Fire TV → Developer Options.
- Turn on Apps from Unknown Sources.
- If prompted, allow Downloader permission to install apps.
Tip: If you don’t see “Developer Options,” go to Settings → My Fire TV → About, then click your Fire TV Stick’s name seven times to unlock it.
Step 2: Install the Downloader App
- On the Fire TV home screen, go to the Find menu and select Search.
- Type Downloader and select it from the list.
- Click Download or Get to install.
Step 3: Download and Install Kodi
- Open the Downloader app.
- In the URL bar, type:
👉 https://kodi.tv/download - On the Kodi website, scroll down and select Android.
- Choose the ARMV7A (32-bit) or ARMV8A (64-bit) version depending on your Firestick model (most users should choose 32-bit).
- Wait for the APK file to download.
- Once complete, click Install.
- After installation, select Done, then delete the APK file to save space.
That’s it! You’ve successfully installed Kodi on your Fire TV Stick. You can now open it from Your Apps & Channels.
📺 Part 2: Install Kodi on Android TV Using Downloader
Step 1: Enable Unknown Sources
- Go to Settings → Apps → Security & Restrictions.
- Enable Unknown Sources for Downloader.
Step 2: Install the Downloader App
- Open the Google Play Store.
- Search for Downloader by AFTVnews.
- Install it.
Step 3: Download Kodi APK
- Launch Downloader.
- In the URL field, enter:
👉 https://kodi.tv/download - Select Android → ARMV8A (64-bit) for most Android TVs.
- Once the APK finishes downloading, click Install.
- Wait a few moments, then select Open.
Kodi is now ready to use on your Android TV!
⚡ Optional: Customize Kodi
After installation, you can enhance Kodi by:
- Installing add-ons for streaming services
- Changing the interface skin
- Setting up a media library
- Connecting to your home network storage (NAS)
Visit the official Kodi Add-on Repository for safe and legal add-ons.
✅ Final Thoughts
Installing Kodi on Fire TV Stick or Android TV using the Downloader app is simple, safe, and only takes a few minutes. Once installed, you’ll have access to an incredibly flexible media center that can handle nearly any type of content you throw at it.
Enjoy streaming — the Kodi way!