You can run Zoom on your Amazon FireStick. However, since Zoom is not officially available on the Amazon Appstore, you need to sideload the app onto your FireStick. Sideloading means manually installing an app from a source other than the official app store.
Before you proceed with sideloading Zoom, make sure you have enabled the installation of apps from unknown sources on your FireStick. To do this, follow these steps:
1. Go to the Settings menu on your FireStick home screen.
2. Scroll to the right and select “My Fire TV” or “Device” (depending on your FireStick version).
3. Choose “Developer options.”
4. Toggle on the option that says “Apps from Unknown Sources.”
Now that you have enabled app installations from unknown sources, you can proceed with sideloading Zoom. Here are the steps:
1. Open the Amazon Silk Browser or any web browser on your FireStick.
2. Type in the URL “https://www.apkmirror.com/apk/zoom-us/zoom-cloud-meetings/” and press Enter.
3. Scroll down to find the list of available Zoom versions. Look for the latest version compatible with your FireStick.
4. Once you’ve selected the desired version, click on the “Download APK” button next to it.
5. Wait for the APK file to download. It may take a couple of minutes depending on your internet speed.
6. After the download is complete, click on the APK file to start the installation process.
7. Follow the on-screen instructions to install Zoom on your FireStick.
8. Once the installation is complete, you can find the Zoom app in your Apps & Channels section on the FireStick home screen.
Now that you have successfully sideloaded Zoom on your FireStick, you can launch the app and sign in with your Zoom account credentials. You will be able to join and host meetings, participate in video conferences, and utilize all the features that Zoom offers.
It’s worth mentioning that sideloading apps from unofficial sources can have some risks associated with it. Make sure you download the APK file from a reputable source like APKMirror to minimize the chances of installing malicious software on your device. Additionally, always keep your FireStick software up to date to ensure the best performance and security.