How to install Appstarter on Firestick

ByCarmen Moore Last Updated:

While several apps enable you to sideload third-party apps on Amazon Fire Stick, only a handful will permit you to manage and update them, and Appstarter is one of these handfuls that does that.

Appstarter is an application built for managing our Fire TV apps and deploying Kodi and SPMC pretty efficiently and straightforwardly. It also enables you to update all apps on your Amazon Fire TV to their latest version, saving you the stress of looking for the updates or APKs.

Its operation is similar to the working operation of a third-party launcher on your Android device. If you do not fancy how Android Television presents your available applications, you can choose any Android TV launcher via the playstore, and this application for Firestick proves to be one of the best and cleanest looking Android TV launchers.

This Fire TV launcher for android comes across like your phone’s all app section as it arranges all your Android TV apps in a single place, allowing for easier and faster access. There are no categories of apps or separation by functions on it, exactly how the iPhone shows all the apps on its device.

Customization Options On AppStarter

This launcher does not have a lot of customization features. You will not be able to categorize all your apps in a way that allows you to access frequently used or recent applications quickly. 

However, they allow for a little change in the size of icons, with sizes ranging from 0 to 200 DPI. It will enable you to display four application icons in a row. The launcher also allows for the change of home screen wallpaper or image on the background, hiding or revealing the app drawer on the left side, and hiding system applications. Further exploring into the launcher will show other minor features that accompany the app.

Appstarter for Firestick and Fire TV

The Appstarter application is entirely free software with no rooting needed. It was formerly known as the FireStarter application and carried out app management on Amazon devices. All you have to do to get the application up and running is to download it on Google Play Store to get the latest version if you have the Google play store app.

You can download it on Firestick or Fire TV using the file Linked by just inputting the code for the latest APK file. To do that, use the code: 11111111, and you’re good to go.

Installing Appstarter on Firestick

Before installing the launcher on the device, you have to allow the Fire TV device to launch unofficial apps. You can do this by following the directory or path; Settings > Device > Developer Option, and enable both ADB debugging and Apps obtained from Unknown Sources. Follow the stores below to install the Appstarter app on your Firestick.

Step 1. Enable ADB debugging as well as Apps from Unknown Sources. To do this, follow the directory or path above. 

Step 2. Deploy the Appstarter software to your Amazon Fire TV using the ES File Explorer.

Step 3. Find the ES File Explorer by searching for “ES File” using the search option on the Fire TV.

Step 4. Download and install the first option or search result that comes up.

Step 5. Add the ES File Explorer to the favorite box menu on the left-hand side of the device. 

Step 6. Open the downloaded and now favorite application and input the path and name of the Appstarter APK to download the app.

Note: Alternatively, you can use File Linked to download the application quickly. 

Step 7. Once you save the application APK, add it to the ES Explorer Favourites.

Step 8. Also, add the Appstarter app to the Fire TV favorites as you did for the ES File in step 5.

Step 9. Expand the favorite menu on Firestick and select the Appstarter favorite file you just made.

Step 10. Appstarter-v4.0.zip will display on the right-hand pane. Click on it to begin the download but be patient as the downloads depend mainly on your internet connection.

Step 11. Install the launcher by choosing Open File, as it pops up only after the download is completed and waits a few minutes for the installation to complete.

Step 12. Ensure the default settings are okay for you and that you give the required access to it. 

Step 13. Configure the Appstarter application by doing the following anywhere you are:

  • Lists all apps that are installed and used, including sideloaded or ADB, installed apps.
  • Quickly sort and order apps by using the settings button or clicking, dragging, and dropping them.
  • The app can safeguard your privacy by hiding apps in the hidden apple drawer.

And you’ve just installed Appstarter in your Firestick. 

Advantages Of The Latest Version 4.0 Appstarter

  1. You can install and update directly within one minute: Kodi and SPMC.
  2. You can change the time of no action as the Fire TV goes to sleep.
  3. Ability to import and export settings.
  4. Ability to show information about systems and devices like the Android version.
  5. Allows for automatic updates on mechanisms
  6. You need not root your device.

How To Install AppStarter APK From Your Android Phone

Step 1. Download the Appstarter application.

Step 2. Find the APK file and install the software on your device.

Step 3. Enable Unknown sources on your device by following this directory: Open Menu > Settings > Security > and toggle Unknown Sources to enable your phone to install applications from sources that are not Google Play Store.

Step 4. Click on the downloaded APK file to begin the installation. Follow the on-screen instructions and grant the necessary permissions. 

Step 5. Run the app and begin its use.

How To Download The AppStarter Android App For PC (Windows Computer / Mac)

Using android apps from your PC will require you to use an emulator software that behaves like a virtual phone. Follow the steps below to get the Appstarter app up and running on your PC. 

Step 1. Download and install the emulator for android for your PC. Blue stack has been around for a while and is still widely used as a preferred emulator since it is free. The installation will follow the normal PC installation process.

Step 2. After installing the emulator, please open it and place the APK on the emulator screen to initiate installation. 

Step 3. Follow the on-screen instructions and complete the APK installation as you usually do on your phone now.

With the above steps, you will be using your Appstarter app on your PC through an emulator.

Using VPN with Appstarter

So many countries banned the use of the app. However, the use of a VPN with the app is legal. You might need to access the application due to a fundamental reason, and that’s a problem. While VPNs are great, some are not protected. Hence getting a new good one is paramount. 

If you have to use the AppStarter for Fire TV using a VPN for any purpose, you may try one of the limited VPNs listed below. These are leading VPN services and are attempted and used by millions of people around the world. Also, they’re simple, quicker, and give extensive assistance and safety while using them.

1. ExpressVPN

2. NordVPN

Conclusion

Aside from all these functions, the Appstarter Fire TV launcher also helps find and have direct access to third-party apps. The APK files do not appear on the Android TV home page due to being directly installed from the internet and not via the Play Store or Amazon App Store. Follow the steps shown above to have the app installed in your devices.