Q&A for How to Install Android on Kindle Fire

Return to Full Article

Coming soon

Add New Question

Question

Would I then be able to run Android apps and not Amazon apps?

Josias Allestad

Community Answer

Yes, but you could still run Amazon apps by installing Amazing Underground for Android.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 3 Helpful 8
Question

Now that the CyanogenMod website is unreachable, how can I do this?

Community Answer

CyanogenMod has been forked into LineageOS, so you can just go to LineageOS's website.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 7 Helpful 11
Question

How do I know if I already have it?

Jesse

Community Answer

Download ES File Explorer. It can show all the files that are on your system, even apps and stuff. You'll find it in the folder named "Android."

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 6 Helpful 7
Question

Does this really work?

Community Answer

Yes.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 7 Helpful 9
Question

Will this harm my device?

Community Answer

No, it shouldn't.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 19 Helpful 6
Question

Can this procedure be reversed?

Community Answer

Yes, but you would need the factory ROM, which can be found on XDA with a little searching.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 2 Helpful 4
Question

Will it remove all of my stored information?

Community Answer

Yes, it will, so you should back up your data first.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 3 Helpful 4
Question

Are these instructions still usable? Will they work on a first-generation Kindle Fire from 2012?

Snakey006550

Top Answerer

As of May 2022, you can flash custom ROMs on a Kindle Fire First Generation (2012), but it's limited to older Android versions like KitKat or Lollipop. Check forums like XDA Developers for updated guides and tools like TWRP or compatible ROMs. Some tools may not be maintained, and the device might struggle with newer Android versions.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 0 Helpful 0
Question

Can the Kindle Fire HD 7" run versions of Android other than 5.1?

Snakey006550

Top Answerer

The Kindle Fire HD 7" can run Android 5.1 through custom ROMs, but it's not the only option. Depending on the model and generation, newer Android versions, such as those from LineageOS, may be available. Check your device's exact model and search forums like XDA Developers for compatible ROMs. Flashing requires unlocking the bootloader, installing custom recovery (like TWRP), and carefully following instructions. Be cautious, as it can void warranties and brick your device.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 0 Helpful 0
Question

Can I install Android 11 on a Kindle Fire?

Snakey006550

Top Answerer

Kindle Fire devices run on Fire OS, a modified version of Android, not standard Android versions like Android 11. However, Fire OS is based on Android, so it includes many features and supports Android apps. If you want a full Android experience, you would need to install a custom ROM that supports Android 11, but this requires rooting your device, which can void warranties, disable updates, and risk bricking the device.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 0 Helpful 0
Question

Can I root my Kindle Fire running Fire OS 5.7.0.0?

Snakey006550

Top Answerer

It depends on your model and available tools. See if your device is compatible by researching forums like XDA Developers. Backup your data before attempting, as rooting can void warranties or damage your device. If no reliable guide exists for your version, it’s best not to proceed.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 0 Helpful 0
Question

Can I install Android OS on a device running Fire OS 5.6.8.0?

Snakey006550

Top Answerer

You can install Android OS on a device with Fire OS 5.6.8.0 if your Kindle supports custom ROMs. Check if your model allows bootloader unlocking, as some Fire OS versions lock it. Install a custom recovery like TWRP and look for compatible ROMs, such as LineageOS. If the bootloader is locked, custom ROM installation won’t be possible.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 0 Helpful 0
Question

What would happen if I tried to install Android on Kindle Fire OS version 10.5.1?

Snakey006550

Top Answerer

If you try to install Android on a Kindle Fire running OS version 10.5.1, most steps like restarting, clearing the cache, and checking for updates should still work. However, older OS versions might limit certain features or updates. If the problem persists and you can't resolve it with these steps, consider updating the OS to the latest version supported by your device to ensure compatibility and stability.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 0 Helpful 0
Question

Will a hard factory reset return my Kindle to its downgraded OS? Will it brick it?

Community Answer

No, it won’t return to its factory OS. There is a 40% chance that it will turn into a brick.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 0 Helpful 0
Question

Does the end result look like normal Android software?

Community Answer

Yes it does it looks like any other android device you have in your Android household (unless you an iPhone user).

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 0 Helpful 0
Question

What do I do if I don't have the Android folder in Program Files (x86)?

Community Answer

Have you looked in \Users\(your user name)\AppData\Local\ ? That is where it is on Windows 10.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 0 Helpful 7
Question

Does my data transfer to my tablet after rooting? If it doesn’t, how do I put it back?

Community Answer

No, it doesn't transfer after rooting. You need to back it up, onto a PC, then after the process is done, load it back, by plugging the device in and dragging the files to it in file manager.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 2 Helpful 3
Question

Can I install Android to any version of a Kindle Fire?

Community Answer

It will work on Fire OS 5.3.1 or earlier. It will not work on Fire tablets released in 2017 or later.

Thanks! We're glad this was helpful.
Thank you for your feedback.
If wikiHow has helped you, please consider a small contribution to support us in helping more readers like you. We’re committed to providing the world with free how-to resources, and even $1 helps us in our mission. Support wikiHow
Yes No

Not Helpful 7 Helpful 7