How do i pair my remote to my firestick

It is an unfortunate side effect sometimes of a Firestick Update that your remote will become unpaired with your stick.  When this happens, it can be a pain at times to fix.  Well we're here to help. To resolve this issue there are a few steps you can try.  Most of these are fairly simple and will typically work.  Follow the steps below and your remote should be working with your stick in no time!

1. First thing we need to do is reboot your firestick.  Unplug the power from the wall, give it about 10 seconds and plug it back in.  Let the stick completely boot into the menu and try the remote then.  
2. If that doesn't work go ahead and replace the batteries on the stick.  The cover on the remote pushes up and the whole back piece will remove.  It takes triple A batteries.

Assuming neither of those options work there is still more we can do.  The rest of this will be a little more in-depth and hopefully will work.  The next option we have is to pair the remote with the firestick again.  At times because they communicate via blue-tooth they will drop connection or as stated above from an update.  To sync your remote with a Firestick please follow the steps below.

1. Unplug the firestick
2. Plug in the firestick and wait until it is completely booted up and in the menu
3. Hold down the "Home" button for 10 seconds
4. This should pair the remote please note that if it pairs, it still takes about 20 seconds before it will work

It should be noted that the firestick will pair up to seven devices via bluetooth.  

The final option is to do a complete unpair and reset of the Firestick Remote.  Then the remote will need to sync it back with your firestick.  In order to do this please follow the steps below.

1. Disconnect your Firestick from the power outlet
2. On the remote hold down the following buttons TOGETHER for 10 seconds 
   1. back button
   2. menu button
   3. left part of the navigation ring
3. Take the batteries out of the remote 
4. Power on your Firestick and wait until you see your home screen
5. Insert the batteries back into the Firestick remote
6. Wait 1-2 minutes
7. Your remote SHOULD have paired with your stick, but if it hasn't hold down the HOME button for 15 seconds

At this point your remote should work with your firestick again.  If the remote is still not working with your Firestick try pointing the remote directly at the stick and see if it picks up the single that way.  

Before you begin using your Fire TV Stick, you’ll have to pair the remote. The process can vary depending on which model you have, and not every remote is interchangeable with each generation of Amazon Fire TV. Here’s how to pair or reset your Fire TV Stick remote.

Read more: How to add, update, and remove apps on your Fire TV Stick

QUICK ANSWER 

To pair or reset most Fire TV Stick remotes, press and hold the Home button until the remote starts blinking. If you have an older model, see the specific instructions below.

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How to pair your Fire TV Stick remote

Thankfully, the process to pair your Fire TV Stick is relatively quick to get you set up and watching content.

First, ensure your TV is on and that you are holding the remote within 10 ft (3 m) of the TV. Then, all you need to do is press and hold the Home button on your remote for ten seconds. You should see the light at the top of your remote start blinking, followed by an on-screen confirmation that your remote has paired.

If you don’t see either, try removing or replacing the remote batteries and waiting thirty seconds before trying again. If that still doesn’t work, see the next section for steps to reset your Fire TV Stick remote.

How to reset your Fire TV Stick or Alexa Voice remote

First, unplug your Fire TV and wait for a full minute. Then, press and hold the Left, Menu, and Back buttons simultaneously. We know it can be a lot to handle at once, but you can hold the first two with your thumb because the back button is located right beneath the left button.

Here’s a diagram of the relevant button for reference:

Adam Birney / Android Authority

Hold all three buttons for twelve seconds, then release and wait five seconds. After that, remove the batteries from your remote, plug your Fire TV back in and wait for another minute.

Lastly, put the batteries back into your remote and press the Home button. The LED light on the remote will blink blue to indicate a successful pairing. Note that you won’t see any blinking lights if you use an Alexa Voice remote Lite (the one without any power or volume up/down buttons).

Fire TV Basic Edition and Alexa Voice remote 1st gen

Resetting the first generation of Alexa Voice Remotes is the same process as above, except you have to hold fewer buttons.

1. Unplug your Fire TV and wait for one minute.
2. Press and hold the Left button and Menu button at the same time. Hold them for twelve seconds.
3. Release the buttons and wait five seconds.
4. Remove the batteries from your remote.
5. Plug your Fire TV back in and wait one minute.
6. Put the batteries back in your remote.
7. Press the Home button on the remote.

As for the Fire TV Basic edition, the process is different, so follow along carefully.

1. Press and hold the Home button. At the same time, press the Menu button three times.
2. Release the Home Button and press the Menu button nine times.
3. Remove the batteries from your remote, unplug your Fire TV, and wait for one minute.
4. Once the time has passed, put the batteries back in the remote and plug your Fire TV in again.
5. Press and hold the Home button for 40 seconds once the Home screen appears. The setup process should then take a minute.

Read more: How to remove devices from Alexa

Are Fire Stick remotes universal?

Yes, many Fire TV remotes are interchangeable, but not all. If replacing a lost or broken remote, ensure the replacement is compatible with your Fire Stick model and generation.

Can you replace a Fire Stick remote?

Yes, you can replace a Fire TV remote with a new one. However, make sure the replacement is compatible with your Fire Stick model and generation before buying.

Can I use my phone as a Fire Stick remote?

Yes, there is a mobile app for Android and iPhone to control your Fire TV Stick from your smartphone.

How do I pair additional Fire TV remotes?

First, go to Settings on your Fire TV. Then, select Controllers & Bluetooth Devices. Select Amazon Fire TV Remotes and hold the Home button for 10 seconds to pair a remote.

How do I reset my Firestick remote?

Why is my Firestick remote not pairing?