How to Install Wireguard VPN on Firestick

Wireguard VPN is a fast, safe and secure VPN that was released in February 2021. It is free and open-source software that aims to provide the best performance and is more powerful than IPSec and OpenVPN. Like other VPNs, it helps in hiding your IP address and allows you to watch the geo-restricted content too. Moreover, Wireguard is quick and easy to connect and reconnect with even when you’re roaming around. Wireguard VPN is not officially made for Amazon Firestick. Alternatively, you can side load the APK file, and his article will guide you with the steps.

How to Get Wireguard VPN on Firestick

Unluckily, Wireguard VPN is not available on the Amazon App Store. You have to use any third-party apps to install the VPN. When you use any third-party apps, you need to change the Firestick Settings.

Enable Install Unknown Apps

 To do so, read below.

• Turn on your Amazon Firestick and navigate to the Settings.

• Then, move to My Fire TV or Device.

• Select Developer Options, followed that select Install Unknown Apps.

• Finally, select the Turn on option.

How to Download Wireguard VPN on Firestick using Downloader

[1] Select the Lens icon on the home screen.

[2] Using your Fire TV Remote or Alexa voice commands, type Downloader and search for it.

[3] Choose the Downloader app and select the Get or Download button to download the app.

[4] Then, select the Open icon to launch the app and tap Allow if it asks for any permissions.

[5] Go to the Search bar, enter the Wireguard VPN’s URL link and select the Go button.

[6] When the APK file is downloaded, select the Install button.

[7] After installing the app, select the Open button to launch it.

Alternate Method to Sideload Wireguard VPN on Firestick via ES File Explorer

[1] Install the ES File Explorer from the Amazon App Store.

[2] Launch the app and click the Download icon from the menu.

[3] Click the +New icon and enter the URL link in the Path field.

[4] Select the Download Now button to get the file.

[5] Once downloaded, click Open File.

[6] Click Install, and on the next page, click the Install option again to confirm.

[7] Click Done and launch the Wireguard VPN apk.

Wireguard VPN Alternatives

If you don’t like Wireguard VPN or looking for a superfast VPN, you can check out its alternatives below.

• NordVPN
• ExpressVPN
• PureVPN
• IPVanish
• OpenVPN

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