The fastest way to uninstall an app

To remove an app from your Fire Stick, go to Your Apps and Channels on the home screen, find the app you want to delete, press and hold the select button on your remote, and choose Remove from the menu that appears. The app disappears when ready — you do not need to restart the device.

This method works for any app you installed yourself. Apps that came pre-loaded on your Fire Stick (like Prime Video or Alexa) cannot be removed this way, though you can hide them so they do not show on your home screen.

The whole process takes about 30 seconds. You can reinstall the app later from the Amazon Appstore at any time without losing your account or settings within that app.

Key Takeaways

  • Press and hold the select button on the app in Your Apps and Channels, then tap Remove — the app uninstalls when ready without restarting.
  • Pre-loaded apps like Prime Video cannot be deleted, but you can hide them from your home screen by selecting them and choosing Hide.
  • Uninstalling an app does not erase your account or login information inside that app; reinstalling it later will restore your access.
  • If an app stops responding or crashes, uninstalling and reinstalling it often fixes the problem without affecting your account.

Finding Your Apps and Channels on the home screen

From the Fire Stick home screen, scroll left until you see the menu options at the top. Look for Your Apps and Channels — it is usually the second or third option after Home. Select it and press the select button on your remote.

You will see a list of every app installed on your Fire Stick, organized by most recently used. Apps you use often appear at the top. Scroll down to find the app you want to remove.

If you have many apps, you can also use the search function. Press the microphone button on your remote and say the app name — Fire Stick will jump to it in the list.

Removing the app with your remote

Once you have found the app in Your Apps and Channels, highlight it with the arrow buttons on your remote. Press and hold the select button (the center circle) for about two seconds until a menu pops up.

The menu will show two or three options. Select Remove or Uninstall — the wording varies slightly depending on your Fire Stick model and software version. Confirm the action if prompted. The app will disappear from your list within seconds.

You do not need to restart your Fire Stick or clear the cache. The device handles the removal automatically in the background.

What happens to your account and data after uninstalling

Uninstalling an app does not delete your login information or account details stored inside that app. When you reinstall it later, you will still be logged in to your account — you do not have to sign in again.

The exception is apps that store data locally on the Fire Stick itself, like games with saved progress. Some games save to the cloud and will restore your progress when you reinstall; others save only to the device and you will lose that progress. Check the app's settings or description before uninstalling if you are concerned about losing saved games.

Hiding pre-loaded apps you cannot delete

Apps that came with your Fire Stick — Prime Video, Alexa, Silk Browser, and a few others — cannot be uninstalled. If you do not use them and do not want to see them on your home screen, you can hide them instead.

Go to Your Apps and Channels, find the pre-loaded app, press and hold select, and choose Hide. The app will no longer appear on your home screen or in your apps list, but it remains installed on the device. You can unhide it the same way if you change your mind later.

Hiding is not the same as uninstalling — the app still takes up storage space on your Fire Stick. If you are running low on storage, hiding pre-loaded apps will not free up much room.

Freeing up storage space on your Fire Stick

Fire Sticks have limited storage — usually between 8 and 16 gigabytes depending on the model. Uninstalling apps you do not use regularly is the main way to free up space when the device starts running slowly or shows a storage warning.

Go to Settings on the home screen, select Applications, then Manage Installed Applications. This screen shows how much space each app uses. Apps like games and streaming services often take up the most room. Uninstall the ones you use least frequently.

If you uninstall a large app and the Fire Stick still feels slow, restart the device by unplugging it for 30 seconds and plugging it back in. This clears the temporary cache and often improves performance.

Reinstalling an app you removed

To put an app back on your Fire Stick, go to the home screen and select Search or Find. Type the app name using the on-screen keyboard or by speaking into the microphone button on your remote.

When the app appears in the search results, select it and choose read or Install. The app will read and install automatically — you do not need to do anything else. Once it finishes, you can open it when ready.

Reinstalling takes a few minutes depending on the app size and your internet speed. You can use other apps or watch content while the read happens in the background.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I uninstall multiple apps at once?

No, Fire Stick requires you to uninstall apps one at a time. There is no bulk delete option. If you want to remove several apps, go through Your Apps and Channels and repeat the press-and-hold process for each one.

Will uninstalling an app free up storage space?

Yes. Large apps like games or streaming services can use 100 megabytes to several gigabytes. Uninstalling them when ready frees that space. Check Settings > Applications > Manage Installed Applications to see how much space each app uses before you delete it.

What if the Remove option does not appear when I press and hold?

That usually means the app is pre-loaded and cannot be deleted. Try the Hide option instead. If neither option appears, restart your Fire Stick by unplugging it for 30 seconds, then try again.

Do I lose my passwords and login information if I uninstall an app?

No. Most apps store your login information on their servers, not on the Fire Stick. When you reinstall the app, you will still be logged in. A few apps store passwords locally; check the app's settings if you are unsure.

Can I uninstall an app from my phone instead of using the Fire Stick remote?

You can manage some apps through the Amazon Appstore on your phone or computer, but the easiest method is still using the Fire Stick remote and Your Apps and Channels. The remote method is faster and more reliable.