Amazon Silk Browser – Best Web Browser for Firestick & Fire TV
This Amazon Silk Browser resource guide will provide you with everything you need to know about this popular web browser on Firestick and Fire TV.
Step-by-step instructions for installing Silk Browser on Firestick are shown below.
We also provide a list of the best Silk Browser alternatives for those searching for other web browser options.
The Silk Browser is built specifically for Amazon devices, which include the Amazon Firestick, Fire TV, Fire TV Cubes, Fire HD tablets, Echo Dots, and more.
The Amazon Firestick is the most popular device due to its low price point and jailbreaking abilities.
In the past, web browsers had to be installed via side-load from the Downloader app. But now, we can install the Amazon Silk Browser directly through the Amazon App store.
Installing a browser will provide many benefits and one of them is the ability to download Android applications that aren’t in the Amazon Fire TV App Store.
By installing the Amazon Silk Browser, you can also access the same websites on a Firestick/Fire TV as you would on a PC, tablet, or mobile device.
This includes Free Movie Streaming Sites, gaming, social media, online shopping, and more.
Similar to other notable browsers, Silk also has plenty of adjustable Settings in terms of Navigation, Bookmarks, Private Browsing, full-screen viewing, and much more.
Refer to the bottom of this guide for more information on Silk Browser settings and features.
For these reasons and more, we have included the Amazon Silk Browser within our list of Best Firestick Apps.
Check out the screenshot guide below for installing the Amazon Silk Browser on your Firestick/Fire TV.
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What is Silk Browser?
Silk browser is Amazon’s web browser that works on your favorite Amazon device.
Many prefer using Silk Browser on Firestick and Fire TV for video playback on tons of websites.
Most Firestick/Fire TV users install various Streaming Apps for Movies, TV Shows, and more.
However, when using Silk Browser, we can go directly to the source that these apps pull links from.
Some of the most popular websites include:
Torrent Sites
Anime Streaming Sites
Free Sports Streaming Sites
TV Show Streaming Sites
Live TV Streaming Sites
How to Install Amazon Silk Browser on Firestick/Fire TV
The steps below will show you how to install the Amazon Silk Browser from the Amazon App Store. In this example, we are using an Amazon Firestick 4k.
1. From the Firestick main menu, scroll to the left to hover over the search icon.
2. Enter in “Silk Browser” then scroll down and click and the first option that appears.
3. Select the Silk Browser icon under Apps & Games.
4. Click Download
5. Wait for the Silk Browser to install on your device.
6. Click Open to launch the browser if you prefer. For this example, I suggest holding the Home button on your remote.
7. When this screen appears click the Apps option.
8. Hover over the Silk Browser and click the Options button (3 horizontal lines). Then select Move.
9. Move the Silk Browser wherever you prefer and click the OK button on your remote to place it.
10. That’s it! You have successfully installed the Amazon Silk Browser on your Firestick/Fire TV.
11. You will now access the Silk interface. Enter the URL of your choice or use the Bing Search option to surf the web
12. For this example, we are visiting troypoint.com within the Amazon Silk Browser.
13. If this screen appears just click Cancel.
Enjoy using the Amazon Silk Browser on your Firestick/Fire TV! Refer to the sections below for more Silk Browser features and settings.
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Step 2 – From the home screen hover over Find.
For those of you using Android TV devices, you can easily install the IPVanish app directly through Google Play Store.
Step 3 – Scroll down and click Search.
Step 4 – Type in “Ipvanish” and click the first option.
Step 5 – Click the IPVanish VPN app.
Step 6 – Click Download.
Step 7 – Once the IPVanish app installs, click Open.
Step 8 – Enter your IPVanish account information and click Log In.
You will get your username and password when you register for an account.
Step 9 – Click Connect.
Step 10 – Click OK.
Step 11 – Success! Your identifying IP Address has changed and you are now anonymous.
Click the Home Button on your remote and the VPN will remain running in the background.
Congratulations! You are now protected by IPVanish which means everything that you stream or access through your Firestick or Android TV Box is hidden from the rest of the world.
If you ever need to stop the VPN service, simply re-launch the application and click the DISCONNECT button.
You can now setup IPVanish VPN on all of your other Internet-connected devices. You can use IPVanish on unlimited devices!
How to Use Amazon Silk Browser
As mentioned previously, one of the most popular uses of the Amazon Silk Browser is to watch movies and TV shows via streaming websites.
Whether it’s SolarMovie, or one of the other popular streaming sites, the Silk Browser works great with all of them.
The same is true for anime lovers as well, as many anime fans use the Silk Browser for websites like 9Anime.
TROYPOINT has created several popular lists for the best streaming websites that can be accessed using Silk or any other browser on your Firestick/ Fire TV device.
Free Movie Websites
KissCartoon Alternatives
Putlocker Alternative Sites
Soap2Day Alternatives
Afdah Alternatives
KissAnime Alternatives
Best Free Movies on YouTube
CouchTuner Alternatives
Project Free TV Alternatives
I suggest watching the video below to get the most out of the Best Free Movie Streaming Sites using the Amazon Silk Browser.
In this video, I am using a site called vidcloud while streaming McClintock! which is one of TROYPOINT’s Best Public Domain Movies.
Silk Browser Settings
The Amazon Silk Browser also offers plenty of Settings and customization options. View the screenshots below for information on particular settings and how to adjust them for your preference.
One of these is the ability to add bookmarks for your favorite websites. To do so, simply visit your favorite website and select Add Bookmark within the menu.
To access your bookmarks and other settings, click the Menu option.
You can then easily remove and manage your bookmarks within Silk under Your Bookmarks.
To access more advanced settings within Silk, scroll all the way down within the Menu and select Settings.
Notice the numerous Silk Settings you can adjust.
When going through this tutorial we also changed our default search engine within Silk, which is a popular setting many adjust. To do so click Advanced settings.
Click Search engine.
Select whichever Search engine you prefer and click the OK button on your remote.
That’s it! You have successfully customized settings within the Silk Browser.
Important Note: If you are having navigation issues when using the Silk Browser, I suggest looking into Firestick Remote Alternatives or an app like Mouse Toggle.
Click the link below to learn more about Mouse Toggle and how to install on a Firestick/Fire TV.
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Amazon Silk Browser Alternatives
Since some Firestick/Fire TV and Android TV users don’t prefer Silk as their main browser, we put together a list of Amazon Silk Browser alternatives below.
If you are using an Android TV Box, then Google Chrome is a great option since the Silk Browser is not available for Android TV devices.
Although there are countless browser options out there, listed below are some of the best working and most popular Silk Browser alternatives.
1. Downloader
The Downloader App is one of the most popular apps in the Amazon App Store, making it the best Silk Browser alternative.
Downloader functions as a browser that has helped millions of cord-cutters side-load apps like Cinema APK to their streaming device with the click of a button.
TROYPOINT used to own this app before selling Downloader back to AFTVnews last June.
For more information on the Downloader App and how to install it on different devices, check out our Downloader guide below.
2. Puffin TV
Puffin TV is another great Silk Browser alternative to try out. This popular web browser works great for Firestick/Fire TV and Android TV Boxes.
Puffin TV features a smooth user-interface, excellent category selection, simple navigation, and works best on devices running Android OS.
Whether you are reading articles, listening to music, watching videos, or just surfing the internet, Puffin TV checks many boxes of being a quality browser.
For more information on Puffin TV and how to install the browser on Firestick/Fire TV and Android devices, refer to our tutorial below.
3. TV Bro
TV Bro is a solid browser optimized for Android TV devices that makes a great alternative to both Silk and Puffin TV.
TV Bro provides a simple interface, smooth navigation, built-in download manager, settings configuration, and much more.
Whether you are watching content, downloading files, listening to music, or just looking for a quality web browser, TV Bro is a good choice.
Check out our TV Bro Browser tutorial below for more information and how to install it on streaming devices.
4. Firefox
Similar to Silk, the Firefox browser is also available for installation within the Amazon App Store and works great.
Firefox features an excellent interface with smooth navigation across the browser. There are also plenty of Settings and customization options to adjust within Firefox.
If you are looking to install Firefox on a Firestick/Fire TV, you will just follow the same steps highlighted in our Silk Browser on Firestick tutorial above.
For more information on Firefox and how to install the browser on different devices, refer to their official website.
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Overall, whether it’s streaming movies/tv shows, or just surfing the Internet, the Silk Browser is a perfect app for Firestick/Fire TV users.
If you own an Amazon Firestick/Fire TV, give the Amazon Silk Browser a try today!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Amazon Silk Browser?
Amazon Silk is a free and popular web browser used by thousands of Firestick/Fire TV users.
Is the Amazon Silk Browser Legal?
Yes. Amazon Silk Browser is 100% legal to install and use. However, you should only browse and stream content that is legal and in the public domain.
Is the Amazon Silk Browser safe?
Yes, the Amazon Silk Browser is completely safe to use.
What devices can Amazon Silk Browser be installed on?
The Amazon Silk Browser is available for installation on all Amazon devices, which includes the Amazon Firestick, Fire TV, Fire TV Cubes, Fire HD tablets, Echo Dots, and more.