Chrome by Google is the most widely used browser globally. It can fetch you the required search in a matter of seconds. The app can be used to access social media accounts on the TV through their official sites. You could install Google Chrome on Firestick for surfing online. We will discuss how to install chrome on Firestick.
Chrome is a simple but effective browser and also consumes less data. You have to sign in to your Google account to sync the search history, Gmail account. It is used to stream content from streaming sites, download content, subtitles, etc.
Steps to Install Google Chrome on Firestick
You can install Chrome on Firestick through the sideloading process since the app is not available in the Amazon App Store.
Before proceeding further, You have to change the Firestick settings for installing apps from other sources.
(1). Connect Firestick to the TV HDMI port and launch it.
(2). Select Settings on the home screen and click My Fire TV.
(3). Scroll down and tap Developer Options.
(4). Click Apps from Unknown Sources and select Turn On.
Now, you can install unknown apps on your Firestick device.
Install Google Chrome on Firestick using Downloader
You could install the Downloader app on Firestick from our earlier post. Downloader is one of the best installer apps to install apps from unknown sources on Firestick.
(1). Select Search in the Fire TV home screen and enter Downloader in the search.
(2). Select the Downloader app and click Open to launch the app on Firestick.
(3). Tap Allow in the prompt and enter the Google Chrome download URL.
(4). Click Go. On the next screen, select Download to begin downloading.
(5). Then, select Install to install the Google Chrome app and tap Open to launch it.
(6). Browse using Google Chrome on Fire TV Stick.
Alternative Way to Use Google Chrome on Firestick
The Alternative way to get Google Chrome on Firestick is by screen mirroring from your phone.
On Firestick device
(1). Go to the Firestick home screen and click Settings.
(2). Scroll and select Display & Sounds.
(3). Click Enable Display Mirroring, and a prompt appears to inform the screen mirroring.
On Android Device
(1). Ensure that the Android phone is connected to the same Wi-Fi network as Firestick.
(2). Go to Settings on your phone and select Connections.
(3). Tap Enable Wireless Display and choose your Firestick device to connect.
(4). Open Google Chrome on your phone and start browsing on Amazon Fire TV.
Now, we have come across the procedure to install Google Chrome on Fire TV Stick. It will be useful to have a browser on the streaming device. You could check mail or browse on your TV instantly while streaming content. In case of any issues or suggestions, please specify in the comments.
FAQs
1. Can I get Chrome on Firestick?
Yes. You could get Chrome on Firestick by downloading and installing it from other sources or through screen mirroring.
2. Is Google Chrome available on Amazon Firestick?
Google Chrome app is unavailable on the Amazon App Store, but still, you can install the app using the downloader.
3. Can I cast Chrome on Fire TV?
You can mirror the phone screen to a Fire TV device to use Chrome browser.