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How to Enable Flash on The Kindle Fire

The Kindle Fire is a popular tablet device developed by Amazon. However, by default, the Kindle Fire does not support Adobe Flash content. This can be frustrating if you want to view Flash videos, play Flash games, or access websites that require Flash. Fortunately, with a few simple steps, you can install Flash on your Kindle Fire.

Why Install Flash on the Kindle Fire

Here are some of the main reasons you may want to install Flash on your Kindle Fire:

  • Watch Flash videos – Many online video sites still use Flash, so installing it allows you to watch more videos.
  • Play Flash games – Lots of online games require Flash. With it enabled, you can play more games on your Kindle.
  • View websites that need Flash – Some websites still use Flash for interactive elements. Enabling it gives you full access.

Without Flash, you’ll come across “Plug-in Error” messages. Installing it solves this problem.

How to Install Flash on Kindle Fire Tablets

The process to enable Flash varies slightly depending on your Kindle Fire model. Here are the steps for each version:

Kindle Fire 1st Generation

The original Kindle Fire has Flash support built-in. To enable it:

  1. Open the Silk browser
  2. Tap the “Settings” icon
  3. Scroll down and toggle “Enable Flash” to “On”

That’s it! Flash content will now load in the Silk browser.

Kindle Fire 2nd Generation and HD

For the 2nd gen and HD models, you need to:

  1. Allow installation of apps from “Unknown Sources”
  2. Install the Dolphin browser and Flash APK
  3. Launch Dolphin and enable Flash support

This will let you view Flash in the Dolphin browser.

Detailed walkthrough:

  1. Enable Unknown Sources – In Settings, turn on “Allow Installation of Applications” under Device.
  2. Install Dolphin & Flash – Download the Dolphin browser and Flash APK files[1]. Tap to install them.
  3. Launch Dolphin – Open Dolphin and enable Flash by going to Settings > Flash Support > Always On.

Flash is now ready!

Kindle Fire HDX and Later

For the Kindle Fire HDX and later models:

  1. Allow app installs from Unknown Sources
  2. Install Photon Flash browser
  3. Browse to Flash websites/videos within Photon

Follow these steps:

  1. Enable Unknown Sources – As above, enable app installs from unknown sources.
  2. Install Photon Browser – Download Photon Flash browser[2]. Install the APK file onto your device.
  3. View Flash Content – Open the Photon browser. You can now view Flash videos, games, and sites.

And that’s it! With these simple steps, you can install Adobe Flash on any Kindle Fire tablet. Just follow the instructions for your specific model.

Tips for Using Flash on the Kindle Fire

Once you have Flash set up on your Kindle Fire, here are some handy tips:

  • For best performance, use the Dolphin or Photon browser rather than Silk.
  • Close background apps if Flash content runs slowly. This frees up device memory.
  • Flash is power intensive. Keep your Kindle plugged in when watching longer videos.
  • Use the Photon browser if you want to view Flash in full screen.
  • Flash content may drain your battery faster, so charge frequently.

The Future of Flash

While enabling Flash on the Kindle Fire is still useful, it’s important to note that Adobe will end support for Flash at the end of 2020[3]. Many sites have already moved away from Flash and adopted newer web standards like HTML5.

As less sites use Flash going forward, you’ll find less need for it. But for now, installing Flash on your Kindle Fire lets you access more content.

Just follow the simple instructions above to get set up.

References

[1] https://www.techjunkie.com/install-flash-player-on-kindle-fire/
[2] https://www.amazon.com/Photon-Player-Private-Screen-Browser/dp/B00O3XDC3M[3] https://www.ispringsolutions.com/blog/flash-alternative

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