How to Watch Viki on FireStick [Free Asian Movies/Shows]

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How to Sign Up for Viki

Viki requires you to sign up for the platform. Follow the steps below to sign up for Viki:

Step 1: Go to www.viki.com from your PC, mobile, or Amazon Silk Browser and click “Create Account”.

Note: If you are accessing the website outside the US, make sure you use ExpressVPN and connect it to the US server.

Step 2: Choose “Continue with Email”.

Step 3: Fill in the required details.

Step 4: You will now receive an email from Viki; tap the “Verify Email” button to complete the signup process.

2 Ways to Watch Viki on FireStick

The following methods will enable you to watch Rakuten Viki on FireStick from anywhere in the world:

• Install & Watch Viki on FireStick Using Downloader App
• Install & Watch Viki on FireStick Using Amazon Appstore

How to Install & Watch Viki On FireStick Using Downloader App

The easiest way to install Viki on FireStick is by sideloading it via the Downloader app.

However, since some of its content may be geo-restricted, be sure to install ExpressVPN on FireStick and then connect it to the US server.

Follow the steps below:

Step 1: Turn ON your FireStick device and Go to FireStick Home

Step 2: Click on the Settings icon 

Step 3: Select the My Fire TV option

Step 4: To enable the Developer Option, click About.

Note: If you have already enabled the Developer Option, then proceed to Step 10

Step 5: Click on the Fire TV Stick option quickly at least 7 times

Step 6: Now you will see this message at the bottom saying "No need, you are already a developer". So stop clicking then

Step 7: Now the Developer Option will appear in the menu so click on it

Step 8: Choose Apps from Unknown Sources to turn it ON

Step 9: Simply click Turn On

Step 10: Now return to the FireStick Home menu by pressing the "Home" icon on the remote and click on Find

Step 11: Now select the Search icon

Step 12: Type Downloader and press search

Step 13: Select the Downloader App icon from the list available in the Amazon Store

Step 14: Tap Get/Download

Step 15: Wait for a while until the installation process is completed

Step 16: Now click Open

Step 17: Select Allow to give access to the downloader app

Step 18: Click OK here

Step 19: This is the Downloader App interface, Choose the Home tab and click Search Bar

Step 20: Enter Viki Downloader Code 730116 in the search box OR enter this URL bit.ly/fsh-downloads and click Go.

Note: The referenced link is the official URL of this app/website. FIRESTICKHACKS does not own, operate, or re-sell any app, streaming site, or service and has no affiliation with its developers.

Step 21: Scroll down and click “Rakuten Viki” from the “Movies & TV Shows Apps” category.

Note: If the app does not start downloading, then clear the Downloader App cache using this article.

Step 22: The downloading will start. Wait for it to finish.

Step 23: Click “Install”.

Step 24: Choose “Done”.

Step 25: Click “Delete” to remove the Viki APK file from FireStick.

Note: Deleting APK files will free up space on FireStick.

Step 26: Tap “Delete” again to complete the process.

Step 27: Open ExpressVPN and connect it to the US server.

Step 28: Go to the FireStick home and select the “icon next to the settings” from the top right corner.

Step 29: Choose “Viki” from the list.

Step 30: Click “Log in to continue”.

Step 31: Note down the code that pops up on the screen.

Step 32: Open PC or mobile browser and type www.Viki.com/androidtv and enter the code in the following box.

Step 33: The Viki app will connect to your account.

Step 34: Open the Viki app on FireStick and play your desired video.

Step 35: Enjoy streaming!

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How to Install & Watch Viki on FireStick Using Amazon Appstore

You can also install Rakuten Viki on FireStick from the Amazon Appstore, but, in some cases, it may require you to change Amazon account address to the US.

P.S. Sometimes, it could take up to 24 hours before these changes are reflected!

Once you have changed the address, restart the FireStick and follow the steps below:

Step 1: Open ExpressVPN on FireStick and connect it to the US server.

Step 2: Click the “Find” icon on the FireStick home screen and choose “Search”.

Step 3: Type “Rakuten Viki” and select it from the results.

Step 4: Choose the “Rakuten Viki” app.

Step 5: Tap “Get/Download”.

Step 6: The downloading will start; wait for it to finish.

Step 7: Click “Open”.

Step 8: Click “Log in to continue”.

Step 9: Note down the code that pops up on the screen.

Step 10: Open PC or mobile browser and type www.Viki.com/androidtv and enter the code in the following box

Step 11: Choose a language.

Step 12: Tap “Get Started”.

Step 13: To ensure age-approprite streaming, the app will ask you to set up pin code.

Step 14: Once setup, tap “Confirm”.

Step 15: Select a movie/show.

Step 16: Enjoy streaming!

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Is Viki APK Safe/Legal to Use on FireStick

Viki (v23.8.0) is completely safe to use. We scanned its APK file on our malware detection tool and found no malware or viruses (see the picture above to verify our claim).

However, some of the content on the app is geo-restricted. Therefore, you will have to install ExpressVPN on FireStick and then connect it to the US server.

Viki Pricing

Here’s an overview of Rakuten Viki’s pricing:

• Free Tier: Access with ads, limited content availability.
• Standard Subscription: $4.99 per month; ad-free viewing.

What You Can Watch on Viki

If you are new to Rakuten Viki, the following are some movies and shows you must watch:

Top Shows

• Crash Landing on You
• What’s Wrong with Secretary Kim
• True Beauty
• The Legend of the Blue Sea
• While You Were Sleeping
• Goblin: The Lonely and Great God
• It’s Okay to Not Be Okay
• Descendants of the Sun
• Strong Woman Do Bong Soon
• Hotel Del Luna

Top Movies

• My Annoying Brother
• On Your Wedding Day
• The Beauty Inside
• Spellbound
• Midnight Runners
• Extreme Job
• A Werewolf Boy
• The Man From Nowhere
• Train to Busan
• Parasite

Viki Features

Check out some of the top Rakuten Viki features:

• Huge selection of Asian dramas, movies, and TV shows
• Multiple languages
• Free and paid subscription tiers
• High-definition streaming
• Subtitles
• Recommendations based on viewing history
• User-friendly interface

Viki Alternatives

If you like Viki, you would want to try some of its following alternatives:

1. Kocowa on FireStick
2. WeTV Iflix on FireStick
3. STV Player on FireStick
4. ITVX on FireStick
5. Arte TV on FireStick

FAQs – Rakuten Viki

Can I install Viki from Amazon Appstore?

While Viki app is available on the Amazon Appstore for most regions, you mya have to sideload in some countries.

Is Viki free to use on FireStick? 

Yes, Viki offers a free version that gives you access to limited content.

Does Viki require you to sign up on FireStick?

Yes, using Viki requires you to create an account.

Can I watch Viki in HD on FireStick?

Yes, HD streaming is available on Viki for supported content.

Wrapping Up