How to Get Local Channels on Amazon Fire Stick

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Do you want to stream live and local content on your Amazon Fire Stick? This could easily be achieved by adding local channels to your device or linking your streaming services with a Live TV add-on. Fire Stick offers free apps with over a hundred channels, but you'll need a subscription for featured channels or networks. This article will show you how to get local and live channels on your Fire Stick device.


Things You Should Know

  • Fire Stick offers free Live TV apps with a wide collection of live and local channels.
  • For more Live TV options, you'll need a subscription to a network that offers what you need.
  • Be sure to select a service that features all the channels you need.
Method 1
Method 1 of 2:

Using Free & Official Live TV Apps

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    This will be indicated by the TV icon to the right of the home icon. [1]
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    This will show you all Live TV sources currently connected to your Fire Stick.
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    The source will have Free besides its name if it's free to download and use.
    • The free Fire Stick Live TV sources include:
      • News by Fire TV
      • Pluto TV
      • Tubi
      • Haystack News
      • NewsON
      • Local Now
    • If you can't find a certain app, you can always manually search for it by navigating to Find on the home page. This will be indicated by the magnifying glass icon.
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    This will take you to the app's download screen.
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    It will also state Free to download .
    • The download process may take a few minutes.
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    You can now access your new channels.
    • You can also access the Live TV source by returning to the Live section or through your App Library .
    • Some apps may require you to register and account or sign in. Others may let you continue as a Guest.
    • If you change your mind later, you can always uninstall your Fire Stick apps.
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Method 2
Method 2 of 2:

Using Subscription-based Channels

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    This will show you all Live TV sources currently connected to your Fire Stick.
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    The source will have Available with a subscription beside the name.
    • You must have an account that is subscribed with the provider to access the channels.
    • Some paid Fire Stick Live TV sources include:
      • YouTube TV
      • Sling TV
      • Philo
      • discovery+
      • Fox Now
      • Prime Video Channels
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    This will take you to the app's download screen.
    • If you don't see the app for your paid subscription service, you can search for it by clicking Find indicated by the magnifying glass on the home screen.
    • Input the name of the app you want to download.
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    The download process may take a few minutes. [2]
    • When the download is complete, it will say Open . Click to access your new channels.
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    You'll need to provide login credentials to access your paid channels.
    • If you don't have an account already, some services will allow you to sign up within the app itself.
    • Some Live TV services may offer a free trial for a limited time.
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    For most apps, this will open a TV guide with all the live channels offered. [3]
    • Once the app is connected, you'll be able to see all your linked channels in the Live section.
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