How To Enable Developer Options On Firestick (UPDATED OCTOBER 2024)

How to Reveal Developer Options on FireStick

Amazon recently updated Fire TV devices, and the Developer Options menu is no longer visible by default. This change, beginning with Fire OS version 7.2.8.5, affects Fire TV Stick, Fire TV Cube, and more. However, accessing Developer Options is still possible, and essential if you plan to install third-party apps or enable ADB Debugging.

Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to bring back Developer Options on FireStick:

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Why Developer Options Are Important

Developer Options allow users to tweak advanced settings on their FireStick, such as enabling ADB debugging or allowing apps from unknown sources. These settings are necessary if you want to sideload apps onto your device.

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Steps to Enable Developer Options on FireStick

1. Open Settings
   Go to the main FireStick home screen and navigate to the top bar where you’ll find the Settings menu.
2. Select “My Fire TV”
   Scroll down in the Settings menu and choose My Fire TV.
3. Select “About”
   In previous FireStick versions, Developer Options was directly visible under this menu. Now, you need to first go to About.
4. Tap “Fire TV Stick” Seven Times
   Once you’re in the About section, hover over the Fire TV Stick (or the device name) and click it seven times in quick succession. After the seventh click, you should see a message saying, “You are now a developer!” indicating that the Developer Options are enabled.
5. Go Back to My Fire TV Menu
   Now, when you go back to the My Fire TV menu, you’ll see the Developer Options entry visible.
6. Enable Unknown Sources and ADB Debugging
   Once the Developer Options are visible, you can enable ADB Debugging and toggle Apps from Unknown Sources, allowing you to install third-party apps on your FireStick.

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What if Developer Options Don’t Appear?

In rare cases, even after tapping seven times, the Developer Options may not show up. If this happens, you can try restarting your FireStick or ensuring your device is updated to the latest version of Fire OS.

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Conclusion

The Developer Options are essential for users who want to take full control of their FireStick devices, especially for sideloading apps that aren’t available on the Amazon Appstore. With this guide, you can quickly re-enable these options after Amazon’s update that hides them.

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