You will first need the Downloader App by ATFVnews
If you already have the downloader app and are familiar with it Use Downloader Code 7746533 If you do not have downloader app follow instructions below then come back and enter our code once installed and configured
To install the Downloader app by AFTVnews on your Firestick, follow these detailed steps. This process ensures the app is not only installed but also has the correct permissions to function properly.
Step 1: Install Downloader from the Amazon Appstore
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From the Firestick Home screen, go to the Find (magnifying glass) icon.
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Select Search and type in Downloader.
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Look for the orange icon labeled Downloader (by AFTVnews).
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Select Download or Get.
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Once installed, do not open it yet. You first need to enable the hidden settings to allow it to work.
Step 2: Unlock "Developer Options"
Amazon hides the necessary settings by default. To reveal them:
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Go to Settings (the gear icon) on the far right of the home menu.
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Select My Fire TV.
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Select About.
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Highlight the first option (the name of your device, e.g., Fire TV Stick 4K).
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Press the Select button on your remote 7 times rapidly.
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A message will appear at the bottom saying "No need, you are already a developer."
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Press the Back button once on your remote. You will now see a new menu item called Developer Options.
Step 3: Enable Sideloading Permissions
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Open Developer Options.
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Select Install unknown apps.
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Find Downloader in the list and click it to turn it ON.
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Note: On older Firestick models, you may see "Apps from Unknown Sources"—set this to ON.
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Step 4: Configure Downloader for Use
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Now, open the Downloader app from your Apps list.
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When prompted, select Allow to give the app permission to access your files (this is required to save the apps you download).
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Click OK on the Quick Start Guide popup.
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You are now ready to use the app. You can type our direct digit shortcode ( 7746533 code mentioned earlier) into the URL box to begin downloading and installing our applications.
