How to get Vudu on Firestick?

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In this post I am going to show how to get Vudu on firestick or Vudu on Fire TV to watch your favourite movies and TV Shows that you can rent or buy online, whenever and wherever you want with no subscription fee whatsoever. But before I show how to download Vudu on Firestick, let’s first take a look into what is Vudu.

What is Vudu?  

Vudu is an online digital video-on-demand streaming service that provides access to movies and TV shows on Android, iOS, and Windows PC without any monthly subscription fee unlike Netflix or Hulu. You are to pay only for the shows and movies you watch. Users can simply rent movies and TV shows for 24 hours or outright buy content online to watch at any time on any supported device.

For viewers looking for free content, Vudu also provides thousands of movies and TV shows to watch for free with limited commercials.

Vudu has one of the largest libraries of movies and TV titles for sale and rental that you can stream, out of all the streaming services out there.

Now that we know what is Vudu let’s look into and what are its key features to make your movie/TV viewing more customized.

Features of Vudu streaming app

The key features of Vudu streaming app are,

1. According to your Internet speed, you can select the video quality for your content (SD, HD, HDX and UHD);

2. With Vudu’s ‘List’ option you can create personalized libraries of your favourite movies and TV shows according to genre, characters, period or any way you want;

3. It offers tools to skip scenes with content not appropriate for kids and offers a kids store loaded with age-appropriate content with instructions on how to access these features.;

4. Vudu can convert the movies you own on your computer or smartphone to digital movies, which you can watch without using data or an Internet connection;

5. Vudu connects with a cloud-based digital locker to keep all your movies in one place;

6. Vudu offers a section of free movies with a collection of thousands of movies (including award winning movies) and TV shows with limited commercials;

Devices compatible with Vudu streaming app

Here is a list of devices on which you can access Vudu:

1. Smart TVs (Select models from LG, Samsung, Sony and Vizio);

2. Gaming Consoles (Nvidia, Xbox 360 and later, PlayStation 3 and 4);

3. Streaming Devices (Apple TV, Roku, ChromeCast etc.);

4. Blue-Ray Players (Samsung, LG, Sony);

5. Web-Browsers (Chrome, Firefox);

6. Android, iOS, Windows 10 devices, and more;

Now that you know which devices are compatible with Vudu app let’s see how to install Vudu on Firestick.

How to get Vudu on Firestick

While installing any app on Amazon Firestick we normally look for it in the Amazon app store. But Vudu streaming app is not officially available on the Amazon app store and hence you have to consider installing Vudu app on firestick from a third party source. But Amazon has some restrictions about installing third-party apps on its devices. Therefore, in such cases it won’t be possible for you to install Vudu on firestick by following the standard process. Then how to get Vudu app on Firestick?

Side-loading is the term used to describe the process of installing an app on Amazon device from a source other than Amazon app store. Let me now show how to install Vudu on amazon fire stick or Vudu on Fire TV from a third party source.

Before downloading Vudu app on Firestick from a third party source, first you need to enable the ‘Apps from Unknown Sources’ option on your Firestick. To do this, here’re the steps to follow:

1. Go to Settings from the Main Menu screen;

2. Next, click My Fire TV;

3. Select Developer options;

4. Next, select ‘Apps from unknown sources’;

5. On the pop-up, click ‘Turn On’ to confirm changes;

After you have enabled ‘apps from unknown sources’ option, here are two common methods by which you can install Vudu on Firestick from a source other Amazon app store:

i. Using Downloader App;

ii. Using ES File Explorer;

How to download Vudu on Firestick or Vudu on Fire TV using Downloader App

To get Vudu app for Firestick via the Downloader app follow the steps below, which will also work to get Vudu on the Fire TV and Fire TV Cubes.

Step 1. Go to the Home screen of the Firestick and search for ‘Downloader’ in the Search Bar;

Step 2. Next, download and install the Downloader app;

Step 3. Then, click ‘Open’ to launch the Downloader app;

Step 4. Once the app is opened type the URL – http://bit.ly/fire-tv-vudu on the Downloader address bar and click Go. Now, you will be redirected to ‘VUDU for Fire TV’ app site;

Step 5. Scroll down until you see the Vudu application and click on ‘VUDU for Fire TV’;

Step 6. On the next page, click on the ‘Download Installation File’ option;

The Vudu APK file will then begin to download and you are to wait a while for the download to complete.

Step 7. Next, select ‘Install’ and then hit ‘Done’;

Step 8. Click ‘Delete’. This will remove the installation file that is no longer needed;

Step 9. Now, return to the Home screen and under ‘Your Apps & Channels’ click ‘See All’;

The Vudu streaming app is now all set to use on your Amazon Firestick/Fire TV.

How to get Vudu on firestick or Vudu on Fire TV using ES File Explorer

To get Vudu app for Firestick via the ‘ES File Explorer’ app follow the steps below:

Step 1. Go to the Home screen of the Firestick and search for ‘ES File Explorer’ app in the Search Bar;

Step 2. Next, download and install ‘ES File Explorer’;

Step 3. From File Explorer’s menu bar, click on either ‘Downloader ‘on the right OR Tools > Download Manager on the left;

Step 4. Next, navigate to the bottom of the next screen and click on ‘+ New’ option;

Step 5. Enter the URL – http://bit.ly/fire-tv-vudu in the ‘Path’ box. You will be redirected to ‘VUDU for Fire TV’ app site;

Step 6. Scroll down until you see the Vudu application and click on ‘VUDU for Fire TV’;

Step 7. Next, click on the ‘Download Installation File’ option in the next page and downloading of Vudu APK for Fire TV will then start;

Step 8. Wait a while for the download to complete and select ‘Install’ to install the Vudu app on Firestick;

Step 9. Click ‘Open‘ after the installation is complete;

The Vudu app is now all set to use on your Amazon Firestick.

How to sign in to use Vudu streaming app

Now that you know how to install Vudu on firestick one point needs to be mentioned here that in order to use the Vudu streaming App you need to have a Vudu account. You will be prompted either to create a new account or you are to ‘Sign In’ if you already have an existing account. Therefore, to use the Vudu app do one of the following:

1. If you have already a Vudu account, select Log In;

2. If you don’t have a Vudu account, select Sign Up and then follow the on-screen instructions;

3. To view the content available on Vudu without logging in, select Browse;

4. If you want to rent or buy content, Vudu will ask you to log in to your account or sign up for one;

Before I conclude let me also mention about one important point regarding use of the Vudu streaming app.

Vudu is geo-restricted outside US. If you want to watch Vudu outside the US without interruption you need to install a VPN on your device to bypass those restrictions. A good VPN lets you hide your real identity and your location by switching your IP to different locations.

Moreover, when you stream online content on your devices, your personal information such as IP address and location gets monitored by third-party trackers. By using a VPN, you can encrypt your internet connection to get rid of prying eyes from stealing your personal information and monitor your private activities. It is therefore, strongly recommend that to hide your identity you should use a good VPN. To know all about VPN connectivity you may like to read this post.

My top three suggested standalone secure VPN apps are, ExpressVPN, TunnelBear and NordVPN. If you’re looking for a clear winner among the above three VPN apps, ExpressVPN just might be that. With ExpressVPN, you can be rest assured that any information you share via your device is completely safe and secure.

Frequently asked questions

Now that I have explained how to install Vudu on amazon fire stick or Vudu on fire TV from a third party source let me also reply to some questions often asked by people relating to this streaming app.

Why is there no Vudu on FireStick?

Vudu streaming app is not available on FireStick because Amazon doesn’t want its users to buy content from their competing providers besides them. However, you can install Vudu on amazon fire stick from a third party source by following the steps mentioned in the post.

Is Vudu being discontinued?

Though Vudu has entered into an agreement for taking over by Fandango, the digital network for movies & TV shows, the company has assured its users that Vudu will continue to operate and that all the movies and TV shows owned by them on Vudu, will still be there.

How much does Vudu cost per month?

The Rental pricing ranges from $0.99 to $5.99, and purchase prices generally range from $4.99 to $24.99.

Can I watch free movies and TV shows on Vudu?

Yes, you can watch free movies and TV shows on Vudu. It has a section of free movies besides Paid and rental.

Can I have Vudu free trial?

Yes, you can have Vudu free trial. To get Vudu free trial, all you have to do is visit their official website and create an account with them. After you create your account you should be able to log into your  account and begin your free trial.

Is Vudu on Roku free?

Yes, you can avail the subscription-free video streaming service of Vudu on Roku also.

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Conclusion

After going through how to get Vudu on Firestick or Vudu on fire TV from a third party source I hope you have by this time realized that Vudu is a handy App to install on the Amazon Firestick/Fire TV. This app is indeed an excellent option for almost every need you may have in picking the best movies and TV shows. In fact, Vudu is one of the best sources to get all your favourite movies and TV titles in one place for buying and rental or free viewing that you can stream.

In case if you still have any queries relating to how to download Vudu on Firestick, you can mention about the same in the comment section below.

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