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Getting Started with the Amazon Appstore for Android

Install the Amazon Appstore

Fire device users: Amazon Appstore is already installed on your Fire device. Go to Apps → Store to see Amazon's selection of apps specific for your Fire device.

All other Android device users: follow these instructions to install the Amazon Appstore on your Android phone or tablet.

Note: The steps below should take less than 30 seconds per device.

1 Confirm Your Device Allows Installation of the Amazon Appstore

  • Open Settings and navigate to Unknown sources option (under Applications or Security depending on your device).
  • If Unknown sources is already checked, you can skip this step.
  • If unchecked, tap the checkbox and then tap OK on the confirmation popup.

2 Download the Amazon Appstore

  • From your Android phone or tablet, visit: http://www.amazon.com/getappstore or scan the QR code.
  • You can also have a link sent to your e-mail address by entering it below:
    Tap the link in the email you receive.

3 Install the Amazon Appstore

  • When the download is complete, open your notifications and tap AmazonApps-release.apk.
  • Tap Install.
  • Tap Open.
  • That’s it! Sign in with your Amazon.com account and start enjoying thousands of apps for Android.

Help with the Amazon Appstore

Amazon Appstore Help
Visit the Amazon Appstore Help pages to contact Customer Service directly or to find detailed information about compatibility, setting up 1-Click payment, and more.