Description: This article contains some of the most frequently asked questions about the Amazon Fire TV Stick from Winter 2019.

Q: What is an Amazon Fire TV Stick?
A: Amazon Fire TV Stick is a video streaming device from Amazon.

Q: What does the Fire TV Stick do?
A: Amazon Fire TV stick connects to a TV and allows you to watch video content including both free and also subscription services like Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime Video, and others.

Q: Does it cost anything to watch video?
A: After the initial purchase of the device, there is no additional cost involved to use the device itself, however subscription services available through the Fire TV Stick typically require active accounts and may have costs associated with their particular subscription.

Q: Does the Fire TV Stick offer free services?
A: Yes, the Fire TV Stick offers a variety of channels, many are free and many also offer paid services subscriptions.

Q: What are channels?
A: Many streaming devices like the Fire TV Stick and Roku use this term to represent different applications available that enable you to watch content available. You may think of them like channels on traditional linear TV, but they are not actually the same thing.

Q: Can I use the Fire TV Stick on other TVs?
A: Yes, the Fire TV Stick is portable and can be used on any HDMI TV or monitor. It only requires access to power and a wireless connection.

Q: Can I get local TV on the Fire TV Stick?
A: Yes, if it is part of a subscription you purchase or an appropriate app for your local station is available for the Fire TV Stick.

Q: Do I need an amazon account to use the Fire TV Stick?
A: Yes, a free Amazon account login is required. Prime Video and other optional services can be added to the account for a separate charge using the same login if desired.

Q: Why do some apps require a separate sign in?
A: Most apps will be tied to a streaming service, Netflix and Hulu for example require sign in because they are a subscription-based service.

Q: Does the Fire TV Stick require wifi?
A: Yes, streaming requires an available wifi connection in order for the Fire TV Stick to work.

Q: What is Alexa?
A: Alexa is Amazon’s personal assistant to provide voice recognition services.

Q: Does Amazon Prime have anything to do with the Fire TV Stick?
A: Amazon Prime is a subscription service that offers on demand video. The Fire TV Stick doesn’t require this subscription, but Prime Video can be viewed on the Fire TV Stick.

Q: The Fire TV Stick includes a remote, do I have to use it?
A: A remote is required to control the Fire TV Stick. You may use the remote app available in both the Google Play store and the Apple app store instead if you prefer.

Q: How do you turn off the Fire TV Stick?
A: You can unplug it from the HDMI port or the power cord. Normally the Fire TV Stick goes to sleep mode during periods of inactivity.

Q: Does the Fire TV Stick have parental controls?
A: Yes, You can manage parental controls in the Fire TV Stick settings. You will be asked to set up or enter a pin. Once this is configured you can manage the controls such as preventing purchases or viewing restrictions based on ratings.