Since first launching in November 2019, Disney+ has taken the streaming world by storm. With an unrivaled catalog of movies, shows and originals, Disney+ brings some serious competition to services like Netflix and Hulu.
Now available on Amazon‘s Firestick and Fire TV devices, Disney+ offers a game-changing streaming experience right from your living room. In this comprehensive guide, we‘ll cover everything you need to know to get started with Disney+ on Firestick, including:
- Disney+ Service Overview
- App Download & Installation
- Account Creation & Profile Setup
- Content Categories & Recommendations
- Streaming & Download Features
- Firestick Advantages & Troubleshooting
- Tips for Getting The Most Out of Disney+
Let‘s dive in!
A Look at Disney+ Streaming
Before we get into Disney+ on Firestick specifically, here‘s an overview of what Disney+ offers as a streaming service:
Launch Date: November 12, 2019
Price: $7.99/month or $79.99/year
Number of subscribers: Over 100 million globally as of April 2021
Content library: Over 500 films and 7,000 TV episodes plus new originals added regularly
Most popular titles: Marvel films and shows, Star Wars movies and The Mandalorian, Frozen 2, Moana, The Simpsons
Supported devices: Firestick/Fire TV, Roku, Apple TV, Smart TVs, Gaming Consoles, Mobiles/Tablets
Key features: Multiple profiles, unlimited downloads, 4K/HDR streaming, parental controls
The sheer breadth of content available on Disney+ sets it apart from any other streaming option out there. By bringing together family favorites from Disney, Star Wars, Marvel, Pixar and National Geographic, Disney+ offers endless entertainment for viewers of all ages.
It‘s easy to see why Disney+ subscriptions have absolutely skyrocketed since launching less than 2 years ago.
Now let‘s look at how to unlock all that amazing content right from your Firestick.
Downloading & Installing the Disney+ App
Thanks to Amazon and Disney reaching an agreement, installing the Disney+ app on your Firestick couldn‘t be easier. Just follow these quick steps:
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From the Firestick home screen, use the search function to find "Disney+".
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Select the Disney+ app from the search results.
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Choose "Get" to begin the download. This only takes a minute or two.
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Once installed, you can open the app right away or find it in Your Apps & Channels.
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Move the Disney+ icon to your preferred spot on the home screen.
And that‘s all there is to it! In just a few clicks, you‘ll have the Disney+ app ready to start streaming.
Creating Your Disney+ Account
Before you can dive into all that great Disney content, you‘ll need to setup a Disney+ account.
The good news is there‘s a 7-day free trial so you can experience everything Disney+ has to offer before paying. Here‘s how to get started:
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Open the Disney+ app and select "Start Free Trial".
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Enter your email address and agree to the terms.
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Create a password and indicate your plan preference.
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Provide payment details to start your 7-day preview.
Once your account is created, you‘ll receive a confirmation email from Disney with tips on how to get the most out of your subscription.
Just remember to cancel before the 7-day trial ends if you don‘t want to continue the paid membership.
Setting Up User Profiles
One of the best parts of Disney+ is that it allows you to create dedicated profiles for each member of your household.
With personalized profiles, everyone can:
- Access their own watch history and recommendations
- Have viewing restrictions applied (for kids‘ profiles)
- Stream on different devices simultaneously
It‘s easy to add profiles right within the Disney+ app:
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Click on your avatar in the bottom left corner.
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Select "Add Profile" and choose an avatar.
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Enter the profile name and adjust parental controls for kids.
With up to 7 profiles allowed per account, Disney+ makes shared family viewing a breeze.
Browsing & Streaming Disney+ Content
Between iconic animated films, thrilling Marvel adventures, captivating documentaries and more, Disney+ offers endless streaming options.
Here are some tips for finding your next favorite show or movie:
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Scroll through the main content rows like Disney, Pixar, Marvel and Star Wars
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Use the navigation bar to browse Movies, Series, Originals or search
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Filter by genre (e.g. action, musicals, sci-fi) to narrow results
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Click a title to play it immediately or download for later
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Resume watching from where you left off using "Continue Watching"
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Let personalized recommendations suggest new content based on your tastes
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Use Alexa voice commands to instantly find any title
With an intuitive interface and stellar content catalog, streaming on Disney+ is simple and satisfying.
Downloading for Offline Viewing
One extremely useful feature of Disney+ is the ability to download movies and episodes to your mobile device or Firestick for offline viewing.
To download a title for offline access:
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Hover over the show/movie icon and click the downward arrow.
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Once downloaded, a checkmark will appear on the icon.
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Find your downloads in the "Downloads" section of the app.
This makes Disney+ perfect for keeping kids occupied on long car rides or flights when WiFi isn‘t available.Downloading also helps avoid buffering issues you may experience when streaming on a slow connection.
The number of downloads is unlimited, though available storage space is something to keep in mind. Downloaded titles will auto-expire after a set time period.
Why Firestick is Great for Disney+
While you can enjoy Disney+ on a wide range of devices, Firestick provides some unique advantages:
Seamless TV viewing experience – Streaming Disney+ on the big screen is so much better than small mobile devices!
Full Alexa voice control – The Firestick remote makes finding content incredibly fast.
Easy account and profile management – Switch user profiles or update payment info right from your TV.
Automatic app updates – Maintenance is hassle-free compared to other streaming boxes.
Kid-friendly environment – With robust parental controls, Firestick is ideal for families.
Flexibility to add/remove apps – Disney+ can be easily installed or uninstalled as needed.
With Firestick, you get the most seamless and full-featured Disney+ experience possible.
Troubleshooting Disney+ on Firestick
Disney+ performs extremely well on Firestick, but there are a few hiccups that can occur:
Login issues – Double check email and password. Reinstalling the app often helps.
Buffering or slow streaming – Check internet connection. Restart router if needed. Lower video quality.
Syncing problems – Delete and reinstall the Disney+ app to sync properly with account.
Missing movies/shows – Content availability varies by region. A VPN provides access to more.
Profile restrictions too strict – Use parental PIN to adjust Kids Profile settings.
Alexa voice commands not working – Make sure the Disney+ Alexa skill is enabled in settings.
While problems are rare, these troubleshooting tips should get Disney+ working smoothly again in no time. Reach out if any issues persist.
Get The Most Out of Disney+ on Firestick
Here are a few final tips for having the best Disney+ experience on your Firestick:
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Take advantage of 4K HDR streaming for stunning picture quality
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Create a Kids Profile with strong parental controls to keep viewing family-friendly
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Use Alexa voice search to instantly find titles instead of endlessly browsing
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Download before a long trip to keep content available offline
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Follow Disney+ on social media for announcements of new releases
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Check the "Continue Watching" and "Recommended For You" rows for hidden gems
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Don‘t forget to cancel before your 7-day trial ends if you don‘t want to pay
Now equipped with this comprehensive guide, you‘re ready to start streaming Disney+ like a pro on your Firestick. Enjoy!
As massive Disney fans ourselves, we‘re always happy to answer any questions about getting up and running with Disney+. Feel free to reach out.