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Firestick owners can testify when I say, there are several instances where the Firestick app crashes.
If you got the Firestick app not found error there the good news is that there are a few ways to fix it now.
This post has all the information you need to deal with this issue
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What causes Firestick app not found error?
There are a few main causes for the Not Found Error on Fire Stick and it could be 1 of the several reasons why Firestick app might not appear on the search.
At this point, we are going to discuss the main points and let you know what is the possible issues and how you can quickly fix it with these methods.
App Crashes
Something might have gone wrong with the app and the error message appears.
Firestick app not found is one of the common errors when your app crashes.
When the app crashes, you might not be able to see it on the search results.
Update Issue
If the app is already installed on your device, then it might constantly be asking for updates.
In case the device is not connected to the internet, there are chances that this device was not updated on time.
In this case, the app might disappear from the search results.
How to fix Firestick App not Found problem
It is possible that you have the app installed on your device and you cannot see it on search.
If this is the case, then there are several ways and solutions you can use to fix this error.
Delete and re-install the app
The easiest way is to delete and install it again.
If you cannot find the app on the search results, then navigate to your device and on the top right corner click on settings.
- Select applications
- select Manage installed applications.
- The list of all the apps that are available on this device will be displayed.
- Find your App and uninstall it.
At this point, if you are prompted to remove everything, click remove anyway or simply uninstall it by selecting uninstall option at the top right corner of your screen.
Clear the app cache and data
One of the easiest ways of solving this error is to clear the app cache and data.
- Open the Settings menu.
- Here, you have to find the option of Applications.
- You should see all the applications that are currently on your Fire TV stick.
- Locate this app and tap on clear cache option in its left corner.
- In case you are asked to clear data, tap on data as well and select all options at the bottom.
Restart your Fire TV device
Restarting your device can also fix the error.
- Turn off your Firestick
- Unplug it
- Wait for about two minutes before plugging it in again.
This fix solves most of the issues with the fire stick and other streaming devices.
Update your app
If you are using an older version, there are chances that the error appears because of this reason.
- Go to the App Store
- Download the latest version of the app.
This fix works for almost all other apps as well so it might help you solve the problem.
Check VPN setup
If the app is not appearing on the search results there are chances that the firestick has realized the use of a VPN.
Most streaming devices are set to geo-restrict content and in case they detect that the streaming service is being used in a different country, there are chances that it can be blocked.
Check to be sure that the VPN settings are correct and that there are no issues with the currently installed VPN and the servers.
Factory Reset
This is one of the last options but it will definitely solve the issue.
It should come as the last resort.
Usually, a simple factory reset of the device can solve the issue completely, but this is not always the case.
By initiating the Factory Reset of your fire stick you are essentially wiping the data on the device and should be done at your own risk.
Its recommended saving all your information before following this step as you will lose all your account information which is not limited to your credit card data, usernames or passwords, etc.
FAQs
Why does my Firestick say app not found for Hulu?
If you are having the same issue, then it is because of the geo-restrictions that are set by the streaming service.
The reason why Hulu is blocking the app from your Firestick is because of your current location.
There are chances that the app has also crashed.
How do I fix the Netflix app not found on my Firestick?
There are several ways you can fix the Netflix app not found on Firestick.
One of them is to clear the Netflix app cache and data.
The second one is to restart the device and lastly is to uninstall and reinstall the app again.
How do I fix app not found on Firestick?
There are several ways to solve apps not found on firestick.
The first one is to reboot the Firestick, unplug it and wait for about two minutes before plugging it in again.
The second one is to clear the app cache and data.
The third one is to re-install the app.
Conclusion
You should be able to solve your Firestick app not found issue by trying out one of the mentioned solutions.
Use them at your own risk as there are chances that you might lose all of your data and login details.
It is important to always back up all information before proceeding with the steps but at last, you can also try it out to fix your issue.
