If you are facing issues with your Amazon Firestick remote and want to know how to fix your Amazon Firestick remote not working issue then you’ve come to the right place.
In this post, I will elaborate on some troubleshooting tips that can help you fix your Firestick remote not working issue.
I’ve using the Amazon Firestick for a couple of years now and the Firestick remote issue is one of the most common problems that users face.
Fixing the issue is simple follow the steps mentioned in this post.
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How To Fix Firestick Remote Not Working Issue?
You can easily fix the Firestick remote not working issue by following the steps below.
1. Check Your Firestick Remote Batteries
If you haven’t changed the batteries on your firestick remote for a long time then it’s time to consider installing the new ones.
Most users struggle to install the batteries in their remote, make sure you have inserted them correctly and try checking if your remote starts working, if not try the next step.
2. Move Remote Closer
Moving your Amazon Firestick remote closer to the TV can help you get better connectivity between the both as the Firestick remote uses Bluetooth receiver technology to interact with your TV which is limited to 30 meter range.
Sometimes remote stops working after a new update is installed try restarting your Firestick and following the process again if it still doesn’t work try troubleshooting through the next method.
3. Troubleshooting Bugs From Updates
Amazon Firestick updates could also be one of the reasons why your Firestick TV remote is not working, check for the recent updates on your Amazon Firestick if there is any pending update then make sure to install it.
After installing the update check if your Firestick remote starts working if not try and hold the Alexa key for 3 to 5 seconds and figure out whether your remote is responsive or unresponsive.
If nothing happens and the issue is unresolved, jump to the next troubleshooting tip.
4. Unpair Your Remote With Your Fire TV Stick
Unpairing your remote with your Fire TV stick can be another solution for this problem if your remote still facing problems working correctly chances are there may be some hardware or software defect in it, this could be caused due to various factors but most of the time it can be fixed easily.
This method works for all generation Amazon Fire TV stick remotes.
1. Steps For First-Generation Firestick Remote (without separate volume buttons)
To unpair the Fire TV Remote, touch and hold the left and menu buttons simultaneously for 10 to 15 seconds this will unpair the Fire TV remote from the Fire TV Stick.
2. Steps For Second-Generation Firestick Remote (with dedicated volume buttons).
Tap and hold the left, menu, and back buttons for roughly 10-15 seconds (until the remote blinks blue light).
Now that you’ve unpaired the remote successfully you can confirm that your Firestick remote has no hardware issues, if this doesn’t work for you chances are you may need to purchase a new remote for your Amazon Fire TV stick as your current remote is unresponsive.
Pair Your Amazon FireStick Remote Again
Sometimes the Fire TV remote gets unpaired from your device automatically and stops working, pairing it back can help you make it work properly.
To pair your Firestick remote back to your Fire TV all you need to do is hold the home button on the remote for about 20 seconds until a message pops up at the bottom-left corner of your TV screen saying ‘Amazon Fire TV Remote now connected to your Fire TV Stick’
That’s it you have successfully paired your remote with your Amazon Fire TV Stick, if still your remote hasn’t started to work correctly try unplugging your Fire TV stick and repeating the whole process after plugging it on.
Lost My Firestick Remote – What To Do Next?
If you lost your Firestick remote you can control your Amazon Firestick with your smartphone. You can use both Android and iPhone to access the Amazon Firestick without having a physical remote. In the meantime, you can order a new Firestick remote as many users find it more convenient to use a physical remote over a smartphone.
To use Amazon Firestick with your smartphone follow the guide given below.
How To Use Amazon Firestick Without Remote
If you were unable to fix your issue and don’t know how to control your Firestick without a remote then you can install the Fire TV App which you can use on your smartphone to control and operate your Firestick.
To do so, install the Fire TV App on your smartphone from PlayStore Or AppStore.
Now, open the app and sign in with the same Amazon account that is associated with your Fire TV Stick, make sure that your smartphone and the steaming stick are both connected to the same Wi-Fi network with internet access.
You will be asked to enter the 4-digit code that is displayed on your TV screen to help with the pairing process simply type the code and you’re done.
Now you can use your smartphone to control your Amazon Firestick effortlessly.
I hope this guide helped you resolve your issues, if you have any doubt make sure to comment it down.
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Final words
Fixing your Amazon Firestick remote is easy you can use various methods mentioned in this post or you can simply opt for your smartphone to control your Amazon Fire TV stick. In case you have any other issue related to your Fire TV stick feel free to reach out Amazon support team.
Hey there! I’m Ash Vashisht, a tech enthusiast and ex-marketing manager. I love diving into the world of technology and exploring cool innovations. Join me in unraveling the latest tech trends and insights.
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