Can you watch YouTube on Amazon Fire tablet smoothly?

How can you get YouTube on Fire tablet?

Can you watch YouTube on Amazon Fire tablet smoothly? Probably not. Viewing YouTube on the Amazon Fire tablet can present some challenges. If you haven’t installed the YouTube app tailored for Fire tablets, navigating through videos might be inconvenient. In this article, I will walk you through the steps to enjoy a smooth video-watching experience on YouTube on Fire tablet.

How can you watch YouTube on Fire Tablet smoothly?

A common grievance among Fire tablet users is the difficulty in watching YouTube without issues. Many report that the YouTube app for Fire tablets either fails to load or operates inconsistently, leading to a frustrating viewing experience.

Users of Amazon Fire tablets frequently inquire whether the YouTube app is available on their devices. While the Kindle Fire Tablet series is an impressive lineup from Amazon, powered by the Android Operating System and loaded with fantastic features, the confusion arises primarily because YouTube apps are not pre-installed on any of the Fire tablets, including the Kindle Fire, Kindle Fire HD, and Kindle Fire HDX.

The YouTube app does not come pre-installed on Fire tablets, nor can it be added directly through the Amazon App Store. This limitation arises because the YouTube apps found in the Google Play Store are absent from the Amazon Stores. The lack of availability results from a longstanding tech rivalry between Google and Amazon, which keeps apps like YouTube, YouTube Kids, and others, available in the Google Play Store, off the Amazon platform. So, how can you enjoy YouTube on your Amazon Fire tablet?

To watch YouTube on your Kindle Fire Tablet or any Amazon Fire tablet without issues, you need to install the YouTube app using methods outside the Amazon App Store. Find below, a complete guide on how to successfully obtain YouTube for your Amazon Fire tablet through alternative means.

How can you get YouTube on Amazon Fire tablet?

The Kindle Fire tablet features a larger screen that enhances video viewing. This is especially beneficial for children, as they enjoy a more immersive experience watching YouTube Kids videos on a larger device screen compared to smaller mobile phones. Although the official method to access YouTube on a Kindle Fire Tablet is via the Amazon App Store, accessing the app can be challenging since it is not available there. So, how can you download YouTube on your Amazon Fire tablet despite its absence in the Amazon App Store?

If the app you want isn’t available in the Amazon store, side-loading refer to the process of installing an app on your Android tablets from a source other than the official app store, which in this instance is the Amazon App Store.

Hence, if you find that YouTube is not functioning properly on your Kindle Fire, you may need to install the YouTube app via side-loading. Fortunately, side-loading Android apps onto a Kindle Fire is relatively straightforward method.

Follow the simple steps below to side-load and install the YouTube app on your Fire tablet for a better video experience.

Steps to install YouTube app on Amazon Fire tablet by side-loading

Here’s how to download and install the YouTube app on your Amazon Fire tablet:

1. Begin by enabling the option for installing apps from unknown sources on your tablet. To accomplish this,

Swipe down on the Home screen > Tap ‘More’ > Choose ‘Device’;

2. Next turn ‘on ‘Allow Installation of Applications’. This may bring up a warning note telling you that downloading apps outside the Amazon App Store could be harmful. Tap ‘OK’;

3. Now download the youtube.apk file to your computer;

4. After the download is complete connect your Fire tablet to your computer;

5. In just a few seconds, the ‘AutoPlay’ option should appear on the screen;

6. Once AutoPlay appears, select ‘Open Device’ to access your files;

7. Navigate to the Download Folder and transfer the APK file there;

8. Next, download ES File Explorer app and install it on your tablet, which is essential for side-loading apps, then open the ‘Download’ folder to view all downloaded files;

9. Tap the YouTube icon and follow the on-screen prompts to install the YouTube app on your Fire tablet. After a few moments, the installation will complete;

10. Return to the Home screen to verify the installation of YouTube for Kindle Fire. If all steps were followed correctly, the YouTube app should now be visible alongside your other apps;

11. Tap the ‘YouTube’ icon to launch the app and enjoy watching YouTube on Fire tablet effortlessly.

Limitation

At times, YouTube may not function properly on your device if the Google Play Service.apk is not installed alongside it, as YouTube requires authentication from that app. If, after downloading the YouTube APK for Kindle Fire, you encounter a message indicating that YouTube cannot run on your Fire Tablet without ‘Google Play Service’, you will need to side-load and install Google Play on your Kindle Fire to resolve this issue.

To install the Google Play service follow this simple guide: how to install Google Play on Fire tablet.

Important Update: 

As of July 2021, the YouTube app became accessible through the Amazon App Store, allowing users to download it just like any other available app. However, some users still report experiencing issues, prompting them to revert to the above-mentioned methods for installing YouTube on their Kindle Fire devices.

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Frequently asked questions

Having detailed the steps to obtain YouTube on Fire tablet, I would now like to address some common questions frequently raised by users.

Can you watch YouTube on Fire tablet 10?

Yes, you can! Here’s how to watch YouTube on your Amazon Fire HD 10 tablet: First, ensure that your device is running the latest software version. Once updated, head to the app store and follow these steps:

i. Search for the YouTube app;

ii. Tap on the app and choose download;

iii. Allow the app to download;

iv. Once it’s downloaded, open the app;

v. Now you can enjoy all your favorite videos!

Does Amazon Fire tablet have YouTube?

Applications such as YouTube, YouTube Kids, and various others are currently unavailable in the Amazon App Store. This issue arises from an ongoing technological dispute between Google and Amazon, with Google (the owner of YouTube) restricting access to its services on all Amazon devices.

Can you download apps on Amazon Fire?

Fire tablets restrict app downloads to the Amazon Appstore. Ensure your Fire tablet is connected to a WiFi network; otherwise, you won’t be able to access the Appstore.

How to Download & Install Apps on Amazon Fire?

1. Navigate to the Home screen and tap on the ‘Appstore’;

2. Use the search bar at the top of the screen to find the specific ‘app’ you’d like to download;

3. Next, click on the ‘Get App’ button;

4. Finally, tap on the ‘Download’ button to initiate the app download.

How to get YouTube kids on Fire tablet?

As previously noted in the article, a longstanding dispute between Google and Amazon has led to the absence of popular apps, like YouTube, YouTube Kids, and various others that are typically found in the Google Play Store, from the Amazon App Store. Consequently, you cannot install YouTube on the Fire tablet for kids through the standard method via the Amazon App Store.

To begin, you must first install the Google Play Store on your tablet, allowing you to download the YouTube Kids app directly from there. Installing the Google Play Store on your Amazon Fire tablet involves downloading four APK files from a source outside the Amazon App Store.

Follow this simple guide to successfully install Google Play on your Amazon Fire tablet.

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Conclusion     

Now that you understand how to watch YouTube on Fire tablet, after successfully installing the app, you can seamlessly enjoy streaming your favorite videos on your Kindle Fire. With this knowledge, accessing YouTube on your device should be a straightforward experience.

Now, can you enjoy YouTube on an Amazon Fire tablet without restrictions? While it is indeed possible to install YouTube on devices like the Kindle Fire HD or Kindle Fire HDX, there are some limitations. Users will find that certain features are not available; for instance, you cannot subscribe to channels. However, you can still enjoy an uninterrupted viewing experience with countless videos by installing YouTube on your Fire tablet. This is one of the trade-offs associated with using YouTube on a Kindle Fire.