We’ll show you different ways to restart your Fire TV Stick and other Fire TV devices. These methods apply to all Fire TV models, from the 1st generation right up to the Fire TV Stick 4K Max.
Use the Fire TV Remote Shortcut
Restart Fire TV Stick From the Settings Menu
If you’re experiencing problems with your Fire TV Stick, there’s an easy way to fix them. You can reboot your device by going to its settings menu. ..
Powercycle the Fire TV Stick
If your Fire TV Stick is not working or you have lost the remote, you can power cycle it by reconnecting it to power and then restarting the device. ..
If you unplug the power adapter or USB power cord from your Fire TV, it will not be able to stream content. Wait 3-10 seconds before plugging the streaming back into its power source.
Deeper Troubleshooting Steps
Install Updates to install a pre-downloaded update.
To reset your Fire TV Stick, head to Settings > My Fire TV > Reset to Factory Defaults, and select Reset.
To factory reset your Fire TV Stick, press and hold the Right navigation button and Back button for 10-15 seconds. Next, select OK on the confirmation prompt that pops up on your TV.
Fixing Power-Related Issues on the Fire TV Stick
Remove any cables from your TV and Fire TV Stick that are not needed for the device to function properly.
