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This is the step-by-step guide on how to watch RTE Player on FireStick, FireTV, & FireTV Box.
RTE Player is an Irish video streaming service that broadcasts the content of RTE Channel (an Irish public media broadcaster). This service allows Live and Recorded Programs i.e RTE Food, RTE Archives as well as programs from international broadcasters like ABC Australia, Warner Brothers Television, Arte Epix, Lionsgate Television, and CBS.
RTE Player has two services i.e. one is for the people of Northern Ireland & Ireland, another is available Globally. Its content includes news, documentaries on science & technology, local dramas like Love/Hate—a crime drama series, sports events, and more.
It also has a premium subscription for international viewers to access the limitless content for just ($8.99/ £6.99) through the App Store.
2 Ways to Watch RTE Player on FireStick
I have discussed two methods by which you can watch free RTE Player content on FireStick. These methods are:
RTE Player (free service) is geo-restricted outside of Ireland, which is why you will need a VPN on your FireStick device to access its content.
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Watch RTE Player on FireStick using the Internet Browser
RTE Player is an Irish streaming service that is only available in Ireland. The app is not available on Amazon App Store so we have to stream it with its official website.
As discussed earlier, the service is geo-restricted, so it is essential to install and use ExpressVPN on FireStick and connect the Ireland server to unblock the website and stream free.
Now follow the steps to watch RTE Player on FireStick:
Step 1: Open Firestick Home
Step 2: Select the Find menu
Step 3: Click on the Search option
Step 4: Type “Internet Browser” and select it from the list
Step 5: Select the Internet icon when the below screen appears
Step 6: Click on “Download” and wait for the app to install
Step 7: Wait until the download is completed
Step 8: Select Open to access the installed browser
Step 9: Once the browser opens, click on Accept Terms
Step 10: By default Bing.com tab would be open
Step 11: Type the URL www.rte.ie/player/ and click Go
Step 12: This is the RTE player Home
Step 13: Choose any program Live or on-demand
Step 14: You can choose the episode here
Step 15: Click Play
Step 16: This is your chosen program streaming
Watch RTE Player on FireStick using Apk Method
Although RTE is an official streaming service. Somehow, it is not available on Amazon App Store. So we have to sideload it with the help of the Downloader App.
Before streaming on RTE Player, make sure to install and use ExpressVPN on FireSrtick and connect Irish server to access the free content.
Follow the steps below:
Step 1: Open your FireStick home screen
Step 2: Click the Settings icon
Step 3: Select the option My Fire TV
Step 4: Click the Developer options
Step 5: Select Apps from Unknown Sources to enable it
Step 6: Click the Turn On button
Step 7: Now navigate back to the home screen of your FireStick device and click the option Find
Step 8: Click the Search option from the menu
Step 9: Type Downloader in the search bar
Step 10: Click the Downloader icon from the Apps & Games section
Step 11: Click the Download or Get option
Step 12: Wait for the app to be installed on your device
Step 13: Click Open once the app is installed successfully
Step 14: Click OK if any such prompt appears
Step 15: Click Allow to give Downloader access to your photos, media, and files
Step 16: Click the URL bar on the home screen of the Downloader
Step 17: Enter the URL http://bit.ly/rt99772 in the URL bar and click Go
Note: The referenced link is the official URL of this app/website. FIRESTICKHACKS do not own, operate, or re-sell any app, streaming site, or service and has no affiliation with their developers.
Step 18: The apk file will download, now Click Install
Step 19: After the installation completes, click Done.
Step 20: Now open the ExpressVPN App.
Step 21: Choose the Ireland server and connect it.
Step 22: Now Launch the RTE Player App
Step 23: Choose your desired show and start streaming.
Features of RTE Player
RTE Player is a great streaming service that was initially based on Irish content but as time has passed, they have upgraded their service and now they have included international content.
Some of its amazing features are described below:
- Free to stream service
- 2 format based (one is Irish RTE Player & other is International Rte Player)
- Free 500 hours of video content on International Rte Player
- $8.99/mo for extra unlimited hours
- short and few ads during streaming
- Easy and User-friendly interface
Alternatives of RTE Player
RTE player is a free and great streaming service to know and learn the Irish culture as well as it also broadcast international content. Here are some other alternative services that are like RTE player and you must try them as well.
FAQs – RTE Player
Are There Ads on RTE Player?
Yes! there are some ads during streaming but these ads are so short approx 30 sec.
Is it Legal to Use the RTE Player?
Yes, absolutely Legal. This is the official website of the RTE channel that has Copywrite license to broadcast the content.
Is it safe to use the RTE Player?
Yes, it is completely safe and risk-free to use the RTE player.
Is it Free to Use the RTE Player?
Yes! it is a free service but it also has a premium subscription for more content.
Benefits of Using RTE Player with a VPN
It is 100% safe and secure to use RTE Player with VPN and also bypass the geo-restriction.
Final Words
Rte Player is a Free video Streaming service of the Republic of Ireland that broadcasts the content from the Rte channel. (i.e Irish based channel).
RTE Player has 2 formats that is announced recently one for an Irish audience and the other internationally. The international format has 500 hours of video content for free.
It is necessary to use ExpressVPN on FireStick to hide online identity and protect from malware while streaming free live content from Rte Player.