Install Kodi 17 on the Firestick

To install Kodi on the Firestick or FireTV follow this guide. This method uses the Downloader app method.

First, enable the Fire Stick to allow apps from unknown sources:

  • Open the Fire Stick
  • Go to Settings > System > Developer Options.
  • Then select “Apps from Unknown Sources”
  • Turn the option to “ON”.
  • Now exit settings

Now add the Downloader App

  • Go to the home and select Search
  • Search for ‘Downloader
  • Select Download or Get

Image result for downloader fire stick

  • Wait for the download is complete notification.
  • Once downloaded. Go to Apps on the homescreen.
  • Launch the Downloader app

Run the Downloader app

  • Once in the Downloader app select the input box to “Enter the URL of the file you want to download”
  • Enter bit.ly/downloadkodi173  (To download Kodi 16.1 use bit.ly/downloadkodi161)
  • Click Next to close Pop up box
  • Click download and the file will download
  • Select Install once completed
  • Select Open once installation is complete
  • Kodi should now be installed and available in Fire TV