The ability to install apps on the Firestick is the major reason for being the best streaming device. You can install apps, play games, chat with your friends, make video and audio calls, and many more things. If you want a chatting app in your Firestick apps list, TextMe is the app you need. Follow the below steps to know what is the TextMe app and how to install the app on your Firestick.
What is TextMe?
TextMe is a chatting app that is available only in the USA and Canada. This messaging platform allows you to send and receive text messages for free without any restriction. Even though the app is available only in the USA and Canada, you can text and call any phone number in the world. Do the below steps to install the app on your Firestick.
Features of TextMe App
Here are some of the major highlights of TextMe app:
- You can send text messages to any number in the US and Canada for free.
- In the app, you can call any number internationally around 200 countries.
- Video Calling feature is also available in the TextMe app.
- The app has tons and tons of emojis and stickers to choose from for chatting.
Related: How to install Skype on Firestick
How to Download and Install the TextMe app on Firestick
TextMe app is available on the Amazon App Store, you can directly install the app from the store itself. You don’t need any third-party installers.
Step 1: Click the Search icon on the Firestick Home Screen.
Step 2: Using the on-screen keyboard, type TextMe and search for it.
Step 3: Choose the TextMe app on the searched results.
Step 4: On the next screen, click the Get icon to download the app.
Step 5: When the app is downloaded, click the Open button to launch the app.
Alternative Method to install TextMe on Firestick
Since the app is only available in the US and Canada, you may face geo-restriction issues while downloading. In those times, try this alternate method.
This method involves installing the app using third-party installers. To install the app from third-party installers, you need to turn on Apps from Unknown Sources.
Getting Firestick Ready | Apps from Unknown Sources
Step 1: Tap the Settings icon on the Firestick Home Screen.
Step 2: Choose My Fire TV or Devices on the Settings menu.
Step 3: On the list of options displayed, click the Developer Options.
Step 4: Under Developer Options, choose the Apps from Unknown Sources to turn on.
Step 5: Select Turn On on the confirmation pop-up.
Step 6: In the same way, turn on ABD debugging too.
Steps to install TextMe on Firestick using the Downloader app
Downloader is the best third-party installer to download the apps on Firestick. If you don’t have the app, install Downloader for Firestick with all the steps.
Step 1: Open the Downloader app on your Firestick. Tap Allow if any pop up prompts.
Step 2: Click the Home button to get the search bar.
Step 3: In the Search bar, type the TextMe app download link http://bit.ly/2uEVnnY and click the Go button.
Step 4: The app will start to download. When the app is downloaded click the Install button.
Step 5: When the installation is complete, click the Open button to launch the app.
To Conclude
TextMe is one of the best chatting apps for Firestick. It is one of the best-rated apps on the Amazon App Store. Follow any one of the methods mentioned above to download the TextMe app on your Amazon Firestick. If you have any doubts, tell us in the comments section.
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