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This is a step-by-step guide on how to install and use ExpressVPN on FireStick, Fire TV, and Fire TV Cube.
ExpressVPN is one of the fastest VPNs that offers 3,000 servers in over 90 countries and also lets you try out its service with 7 day free trial exclusively for FireStick users just by entering your email address.
It is one of the few VPNs that offer the Kill Switch feature on its FireStick device as well. It has strong military-grade encryption and costs $6.67/month (3 Months Free) with a 30-days money-back guarantee.
ExpressVPN app is available on the Amazon app store so you can simply type ‘ExpressVPN’ and search it on the store. However, we will also be telling you to set up ExpressVPN on FireStick for the first time.
ExpressVPN Key Features for FireStick
If you’re using ExpressVPN on your FireStick device, the below-listed features will give you a distinct advantage over other VPNs:
- Kill Switch (Network Lock)
- Lightweight (Doesn’t lag/hang on FireStick)
- 5 Simultaneous Connections
- Blocks certain amount of ads & malware
- Blazing Fast Speed (Built-in Speed Feature)
- Unblocks Content in 94 Countries
- Doesn’t keep track of your data
- 30-days money-back guarantee
- 24/7 customer support
2 Ways to Install ExpressVPN on FireStick
I have compiled two different methods to install ExpressVPN on FireStick. Both of these methods required a subscription plan to use ExpressVPN. These methods are:
Install ExpressVPN on Firestick via Amazon App Store
ExpressVPN is easily available on the Amazon App Store, so just follow these steps:
Step 1: Once you have subscribed to ExpressVPN, open FireStick Home
Step 2: Click on the Find tab and then click on the Search icon
Step 3: Type ExpressVPN and click on the first result that appears
Step 4: Select the ExpressVPN app from the list
Step 5: Click Download
Step 6: Wait for the download to complete
Step 7: Click Open
Install ExpressVPN Apk on FireStick using Downloader App
It is the method in which we will sideload the apk file of ExpressVPN using the Downloader App. So just follow the steps below:
Step 1: Open FireStick Home
Step 2: Click on the Settings icon
Step 3: Select My Fire TV
Step 4: Click Developer options from the list
Step 5: Select the option Apps from Unknown Sources which is off by default
Step 6: Hit the Turn On tab
Step 7: Return to the FireStick Home and click on the Find menu
Step 8: Select the Search option
Step 9: Type Downloader in the search bar and click the relevant search results
Step 10: Select the Downloader icon from the list of apps
Step 11: Click Download
Step 12: Wait until the download is completed
Step 13: Click Open when the app is installed successfully
Step 14: Select OK
Step 15: Click Allow
Step 16: Click on the URL bar
Step 17: Now enter this URL firestickhacks.com/file/express-apk in the URL bar and then click Go
Step 18: Here the Apk file will download, wait until it completes.
Step 19: After download, click Install
Step 20: Wait for a while to complete the installation
Step 21: Click Done
It’s Done…! This is how you sideload ExpressVPN Apk and use it.
How to Use ExpressVPN on Amazon Firestick
Step 1: Once the ExpressVPN app opens, click on Sign In OR subscribe to ExpressVPN
Step 2: Enter log in details
Step 3: Click No Thanks
Step 4: Click OK to grant permissions
Step 5: Once again click OK to establish a connection request
Step 6: This is the ExpressVPN FireStick app interface so click on the Location tab
Step 7: Connect any server (e.g. United States)
Step 8: Once connected, enjoy safe browsing!
You can also sideload ExpressVPN FireStick, but it is a very complicated process and consumes a lot of time. Since ExpressVPN is available on the Amazon app store, you will not need to sideload it.
Video Tutorial to Install ExpressVPN on FireStick
How to Enable Kill Switch on FireStick
Kill Switch feature happens to disconnect your internet whenever your VPN connection drops suddenly. It helps you when you’re in the middle of watching free movies on FireStick and accidentally your VPN connection drops, this Kill Switch will prevent your IP from being exposed and it will automatically disconnect your internet.
Here’s have a look at how you can enable the Kill Switch feature on FireStick:
Step 1: Open the ExpressVPN app on FireStick and select the Options menu
Step 2: Select Settings
Step 3: Click on Network Protection
Step 4: Enable the option ‘Block internet when enable to connect or reconnect to VPN’
Step 5: Once you’ve done that, enjoy safe and secure browsing!
Main Features of ExpressVPN App
Undeniably, ExpressVPN is the fastest VPN in the entire VPN. Apart from that, here are some of the best features ExpressVPN has to offer:
1. ExpressVPN Kill Switch
ExpressVPN also offers a kill switch feature apart from Surfshark VPN. Not many VPNs have this feature on a FireStick device. It disconnects your internet whenever the internet connection drops.
So, it prevents your original IP address from being exposed to your ISP.
2. Safe Jurisdiction
ExpressVPN is based in the British Virgin Islands (i.e. BVI) which is the safest jurisdiction in the entire world because the country does not have data retention laws. It doesn’t ask companies to share user data in any circumstances.
3. Large Server Network
ExpressVPN has one of the largest server networks with 3,000 servers available across 90 countries. Just connect to one of its servers and start using the internet safely and unblock websites with ease.
4. Multiple Device Connections
With a single ExpressVPN account, you can connect 5 multiple devices simultaneously. This means you can use ExpressVPN on your Fire TV Stick, Mobile, PC, Tablet, and Mac device all at once.
5. Free Trial for 7 Days
ExpressVPN will let you try its service for 7 days for free. You will just need to provide your email address with no credit card information required. You can test out its service without worry.
ExpressVPN is the best FireStick VPN when it comes to speed, performance, and compatibility. You can try out its free trial before you can make a purchase decision.
ExpressVPN Benefits Other Than FireStick Users
If you intend to use ExpressVPN on devices other than FireStick, then it has tons of different benefits as well. First and foremost, ExpressVPN is available on plenty of devices such as Android, iOS, NVIDIA Shield, Android TV, Smart TV, Linux, Routers, Play Station, etc.
1. Unblock Streaming Services
If you’re in the part of the world that restricts users to access certain streaming services like Hulu, Disney+, YouTube TV, etc, then you need a VPN to access such services.
A VPN assigns you an IP address of any country you like. If Hulu service is only available in the US, then you can simply connect to ExpressVPN’s US server, and you will be granted access to Hulu service.
2. Increase Your Security
If you’re using ExpressVPN, it protects you from security breaches in many forms like rogue Wi-Fi networks, online spying, against hackers while online shopping or banking.
Whenever you’re on an untrusted network, you got to use ExpressVPN. Because of its strong encryption, it will keep your data completely private and keep your device safe over the internet.
3. Protect Your Privacy
ExpressVPN helps you protect your online privacy by changing your IP address as it shields your identity from apps, websites, and services that want to track your activity.
A VPN also helps prevent Internet Service Providers (ISPs) and mobile carriers from spying on you and listening to you.
ExpressVPN Rating on Amazon App Store
ExpressVPN has an impressive Amazon rating of 4.0 stars out of 5. Having said that, 62% of its rating is 5 stars which is quite impressive, while only 14% have rated it poor.
Alternatives to ExpressVPN
Here are some of the alternatives to ExpressVPN that have good performance and speed:
Conclusion
ExpressVPN has an impressive Fire TV Stick app with tons of features like 7-day free trial, blazing fast speed, 5 multiple device connections, and a 30-days money-back guarantee.
You can set up ExpressVPN on FireStick 4k with 5 easy steps as I have mentioned in this guide.
Once you install ExpressVPN, you will be able to stream anything from the best FireStick apps with your original IP address completely hidden.
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