Firefox for Android TV: Install Firefox on Android TV (All Methods)

Mozilla Firefox browser is known as one of the most efficient web browsers due to its speed and user-friendly interface. Also, the Firefox browser occupies little space on a device which makes it a better browser on Android TVs with small memory space.

In addition, it offers several features including Bookmarks, the ability to sync over multiple devices with the same personalized feed, shortcut creation, and Group Tabs. Therefore it’s a browser that you should have on Android TV for easy internet access.

Unfortunately, this browser is unavailable for streaming devices including Android TVs. The Android version is only available for touchscreens. But Good news, back in 2018, Firefox developers release a Firefox browser for Amazon Fire TV and have gone through several updates that make it compatible with Android TVs.

Although this version of Firefox is unavailable on the Google Play store of Android TVs, I’m happy to provide a step-by-step guide to installing Firefox on Android TV.

Let’s proceed!

Does Android TV have Firefox?

There’s no dedicated Firefox app for Android TV and other streaming devices. But you can install the APK format of the Amazon Fire TV on Android TV. 

This is possible by sideloading the APK file using Downloader, installation via Aptoide TV, or direct installation of the Firefox APK file from the File manager.

Can I Download Firefox on Android Smart TV?

Yes, you can download and use Firefox on Android TV. Although Firefox developers don’t have a custom app for streaming devices such as Android TV, you can still download and use the Firefox browser on Android TV.

In this guide, I will discuss three methods to install the Firefox browser on Android TV. These methods include:

1. Installation via the Downloader app
2. Installation through the Aptoide TV app
3. Direct installation of the pre-downloaded Firefox browser APK file

How to Install Firefox on Android Smart TV

The Firefox app is unavailable on the Google play store which is the official app store for Android TV. But if your Android Smart TV has a small space and you need a web browser, Firefox is an excellent browser to conserve space and have access to all common browser features. 

Proceed with this guide if you want a Firefox on your Android TV.

Note: The Mozilla Firefox is supported on Sony Smart TV, Panasonic smart TV, Nvidia Shield TV, Toshiba smart TV, Sharp smart TV, and Philip smart TV.

Method 1: Installation via the Downloader App to Sideload the Firefox APK File

You can install the Firefox browser by downloading it APK file directly through a Downloader app and proceeding to install it accordingly. A Downloader is an official platform you can use to download and install any third-party app that is unavailable on the Google play store.

To use this method, you need the following:

• The download link for the Firefox APK file
• A Downloader app to download the APK file
• A Sideload Launcher to access the app if it doesn’t show on the APPS interface of the Android TV

Follow the steps below to download and install a Firefox APK file on Android TV:

Step 1: Install the Downloader

• Connect the Android TV to an internet source
• Select the Apps tab from the home menu and navigate to launch the Google Play Store or any other app store on your Smart TV

• Type in Downloader in the search bar and proceed to search

• Choose your desired Downloader app from the search result list and click the Install button. 

Step 2: Permit Installation of apps from Unknown Source

• Navigate to Settings > Device Preference (for some TVs) from the home menu

• Select Security and Restrictions option

• On the new tab, toggle the Unknown sources button to activate the option

• Alternatively, for some Android TVs, select the Unknown sources button and proceed to toggle the button for the Downloader.

Step 3: Get the Apk File Download link

As said earlier, you need the APK download link of the Firefox browser to proceed with this process. The link is required to access the APK file through the Downloader and proceed to installation.

But the link to download the Apk file is long, and it’ll take time to input into the downloader search bar. Therefore you need to shorten the download link using a URL shortener to ease inputting. Follow the steps below to get all done

• Copy download link for the Firefox APK file from this page

• Search for URL shortener (e.g., shorturl.at) and paste the APK URL link you copied earlier

• Copy/write the shortened URL you obtain

Here is the shortened URL to download the Firefox APK file I created for you: shorturl.at/IOTVY

Note: The shortened URL I created may expire. Kindly follow the steps above to create a new shortened URL

Step 4: Download and Install Firefox the Downloader App

Now we will use the Downloader and the shortened URL to download the Firefox browser and proceed to install it. Follow the steps below:

• Navigate to the Apps screen on the Android TV and launch the Downloader app
• Type the shortened URL into its search bar and proceed to click GO

• Download the app and proceed to Install the app immediately, or check the file tab to install the Firefox APK file

Step 5: Install the Sideload Folder App to access the Firefox browser

• Go to the Google Play Store search bar and type in Sideloader Folder

• Select the app from the search result and proceed to install 
• After installation, launch the app, and you will find the Firefox browser

Now you can easily access the web with the installed Firefox browser.

Watch this video install Firefox on Android TV using a Downloader app

Method 2: Installation through the Aptoide TV app

Aptoide is a Google trusted platform available on the Android TV app store. It offers users a free alternative app store to install apps on Android TV and TV boxes. The app is usually available on Android TV, but if not, you can easily download the Aptoide TV app from the Google Play store.

Once you have the app, launch it and search Firefox from its search bar. Select the app from the search result list and proceed to install it. After installation, you can conveniently enjoy Firefox on your Android TV. Quite simple!

Here’s how to Install Aptoide TV on

Note: You may need to give access to apps/ files from an unknown source to install the app you download from the Aptoide TV. Also, may need a sideload launcher to access the app after installation depending on the Android TV.   

Alternatively, Aptoide TV is unavailable on some TV and their app store, e.g., Mi TV and Mi Box. In this case, you need to install the Aptoide TV before you can download and install the Firefox APK file.

To install the Aptoide TV and further Download Firefox, you need a Downloader. Below is the process of installation:

Step 1: Download and Install the Downloader app

• Navigate to the Android TV APPS menu and launch the Google Play Store

• Type in Downloader to the search bar and proceed to search

• Choose a downloader app from the search result list and install

Step 2: Permit Installation of apps from Unknown Source

• Navigate to Settings from the home menu

• Select Device Preference > Security and Restrictions option

• On the new tab, toggle the Unknown sources button to activate the option

• Alternatively, for some Android TVs, select the Unknown sources button and proceed to toggle the button for the Downloader.

Step 3: Get the Aptoide Tv app APK Download Link and Type it in the Downloader

• Launch the Downloader app
• Type in the Aptoide TV APK file download link (https://apkins.aptoide.com/AptoideTV-5.1.2.apk) or enter the shortened URL format – shorturl.at/BJNPR

•  Click search and proceed to install the app after downloading

Note: The shortened URL I created may expire. Kindly follow the steps above to create a new shortened URL

Step 4: Use Aptoide TV to Install Fire on Android TV

Here’s how to install the Firefox browser on Android TV through the third-party Aptoide TV app:

• Launch the Aptoide TV app

• Type Firefox in the search bar and search
• Choose the app from the list of search results and proceed to install

Once the installation is complete, you can easily access the internet with the browser.

Note: You may need to give access to apps from an Unknown Source to install the app you download through Aptoide TV. Also, may need a Sideload Launcher to access the app after installation depending on the Android TV. 

Here’s an alternative video to Install Firefox on Android Smart Via Aptoide TV:

Method 3: Direct Installation of a Pre-downloaded Fire APK file through the File Manager

This method involves downloading the Firefox APK file for Android TV through a smartphone or PC or any web browser on the TV (if present). After downloading the APK file, transfer it to the Android TV and proceed to install the APK file through the file manager.

 With this method you need:

• Pre-download the Firefox APK file for Android TV from a smartphone or PC
• A USB Flash drive device to transfer the File to the TV
• A File manager app on the TV to access the APK file

Follow the steps below to install the Firefox browser on the Android TV

  Step 1: Download the APK file

You can download the Firefox APK file through a PC, Smartphone, or any Web browser on the Android TV (if present). Download the APK from this page on any of these devices.

After you download the APK from the page on a PC or Smartphone, transfer the file to a USB flash drive. Then proceed to insert the storage device into the TV USB port.

Now you can access the APK file through the Android TV File Manager. If there’s no file manager on the TV, Here is how to download a File Manager

Step 2: Permit the Installation of files from an Unknown source

• Navigate to Settings from the home menu
• Select Security and Restrictions option
• On the new tab, toggle the Unknown sources button to activate the option
• Alternatively, for some Android TVs, select the Unknown sources button and proceed to toggle the button for the File Manager.

Step 3: Install the Firefox APK file

Now you can install the Firefox APK file on Android TV without any glitches. Follow these steps to install the app

• Navigate to the Apps tab on Android TV to launch the File Manager App on the TV
• Locate the USB storage device on the File manager or the Download folder on Android TV if you download the APK through a web browser on the TV 
• Click the file and proceed with the installation process accordingly

Now you have the Firefox web browser on Android TV and surf through the internet easily, create group tabs, and create a personalized function on the browser.

Note: You may need a Sideload Launcher to access the app after installation depending on the Android TV. 

Conclusion 

Either of the three ways you decide to install Mozilla Firefox on your Android TV is quick and easy to perform. The Firefox browser is efficient and can cater to all of the common features you need from any web browser, do well to maximize its potential on Android TV.

Thanks for coming and leave a comment if you have any suggestions or questions about Android TV