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How to install VyprVPN on Fire Stick?

VyprVPN Firestick Installation

VyprVPN is a decent service provider that offers adequate data security and user privacy. However, a VPN (a virtual private network) also wants to excel as an all-rounder. Thus, it focuses on peripheral VPN activities such as gaming, torrenting, or streaming. As a VPN that offers features for specialized TV viewing, VyprVPN sure stands out as it is available on most IoT (Internet of Things) devices. One such device is the Amazon Fire Stick. But the question remains, why? In simple words, a VPN can unlock the hidden potential of such IoT devices while also providing a modicum of security. Hence, VPNs are somewhat essential to such platforms. Then how to install VyprVPN on a Fire Stick? We can answer.

However, before we delve into this topic, let us remind our users they can access our detailed VyprVPN review on demand and understand whether the service is worth it. In short, VyprVPN is a fastidious provider that isn’t bound to any exclusive platform or device. The vendor offers the service via native apps that can run on different platforms, including the Fire Stick. However, sometimes it is hard or impossible to install VyprVPN directly on the streaming gadget. Hence, we came up with several solutions that include:

1. Install the exclusive VyprVPN app for Fire Stick

First, the easiest way to use the VPN on a Fire Stick is to directly install the native VyprVPN app. This is straightforward and doesn’t require any additional tinkering. However, the device itself doesn’t support a universal VyprVPN client. The older version of the device can’t run a .apk file. Thus, this method, while simple, isn’t suitable for everyone, but that’s an issue for further down in the article. We’ll first demonstrate installing VyprVPN on a Fire Stick via the app:

  1. First, power up your Fire Stick device and navigate to Settings.
  2. Now select categories and locate the Utility tab.
  3. After that, click it and scroll down till you find the VyprVPN app.
    • Some versions of Fire Stick have done away with the utility column. Thus, users can directly scroll down and search for the relevant app.
  4. Then, click on the app to download and install it.
  5. Now, wait while the app loads. After that, choose it to launch it.
  6. Once the app is running, you will encounter the login page.
  7. The login requires the relevant VyprVPN credentials for authentication.
    • You can either enter your existing username and password or go to the official VyprVPN website to purchase a subscription.
  8. Once you have successfully logged in, you can easily connect to any VPN server and enjoy unlimited streaming on your Fire Stick device.

2. Sideload the VyprVPN .APK file for Fire Stick

Sideloading refers to the act of manually downloading and installing a .apk file. Oftentimes, it includes the .apk files from a third party or unofficial sources which can be harmful to your system. Thus, we never recommend this method unless it’s a last resort. Although the older version of the Fire Stick may require such a method, we urge the users to proceed at their risk and discretion.

Description — As the name suggests, sideloading is only possible on Android devices. Thus, do proceed with caution as sideloading can be harmful to your system.

Before you can sideload the VyprVPN app, we need a few preparations on the device itself:

  1. First, power up your device and go to settings.
  2. After that, locate Device & Software (or Device on some versions).
  3. Click on it and go to the Developer Options.
  4. Now locate and toggle both ADB debugging and Apps from Unknown Sources.
  5. Doing so will allow your sideloading to work. Otherwise, the Fire Stick will reject any outside installations. However, it is a risky feature that doesn’t screen the .apk file and installs it on the device. Please proceed at your risk.

Sideloading using a third-party app

It is one of the two methods that can sideload a .apk on Fire Stick. All you need to do is:

  1. First, go to the Google Play Store on your Android smart device.
  2. After that, search and install the VyprVPN app.
  3. Although you do not have to launch and log in to the VyprVPN app, it is optimal that you have your VPN credentials ready for further use down the road.
    • Hence, you can always visit the official website and purchase one, or in case you already have one, keep the username and password at hand.
  4. Now that your Android device has VyprVPN ready, you need to download and install a third-party app sharing program named Apps2Fire. As the name suggests, the app transfers and remotely installs .apk apps on a Fire Stick device.
  5. Thus, install Apps2Fire and run it on your Android device/Smartphone.
  6. Now go to the setup option and enter the IP address of your Amazon streaming device.
    1. You can always find the IP address on your Fire Stick by following these steps:
      1. Go to Settings.
      2. Locate and access Device & Software.
      3. After that, find and click on Network. Here you can learn your IP address.
  7. Once you enter your IP, click on Save.
  8. After that, tap on the Local App menu.
  9. From the list of apps, locate and click on VyprVPN.
  10. Tap on Install. The relevant app will load on the Fire Stick.

Sideloading on the device itself

You can also directly sideload the app on your Fire Stick with a third-party app downloader and viewer. We will use the Downloader App as an example. We have no ties, so you can use a different one.

  1. First, boot your Fire Stick and go to Settings.
  2. After that, navigate to the categories tab and locate the Utility option.
  3. Then click on the utility tab and search for the Downloader app.
  4. Now, download and install the app. Select it to run it.
  5. Now, in the browser, enter the URL in the address bar: www.vyprvpn.com. This will take you to the official VyprVPN website.
  6. Now, go to the VPN Apps tab and select Android.
  7. And then click on the download option. The downloader will download the .apk file.
  8. Now locate the file and install it via the Downloader app.
  9. Once your app is ready, launch it and log in using your VyprVPN credentials.

Final words regarding the Fire Stick VPN installation

Users can always utilize alternative methods to install the VyprVPN app on the Fire Stick. These methods include using the exclusive Smart DNS feature (VyprDNS) or relying on a VPN router, mobile hotspot, or even the Windows remote connection feature. However, all these are somewhat technical and need a lot of manual steps and guidance. Hence, we have yet to include them in this guide. The straightforward installation of the native app or the sideloading is among the simplest solution available. Plus, it works for most people.