How to Get Discovery Plus on Firestick – Stream Documentaries on Your Amazon Fire TV, in up to 4K!

Last updated October 2, 2021

Written by:

Novak Bozovic
Tech & VPN Content Specialist

Discovery Plus is finally here - and it's available for Firestick users as well. We are sure that many of you are wondering how to watch Discovery Plus on Firestick devices, and we're here to offer a complete guide. Trust us; You're only minutes away from streaming thousands of titles in up to 4K. So, here's all you need to know.

Here Are the 4 Easy Steps to Watch Discovery Plus on Firestick & Fire TV

Considering that Discovery Plus offers a native app for Firestick, Fire TV devices, and Fire OS-powered TVs, getting started with this streaming platform is easy. Here's what you need to do.

Before doing anything else, make sure to subscribe to Discovery Plus. Feel free to use the provided link, and you'll be taken to the streaming platform's website. There, click on 'Start Free Trial,' and then sign up for an account. You'll need to pick a subscription plan, create a new account, and provide your payment information.

Discovery Plus Official Website Homepage

The rest of this procedure is done on your Fire TV Stick. Make sure to start from its Home Screen, and then navigate to the top of the screen. Then, go all the way to the left - which is where you'll find a magnifying glass icon. Select it, and search for 'Discovery Plus.'
A list of search results will now appear. You need to find the icon of Discovery Plus and select it, which will open the app's overview screen. Once you get to that screen, all there's left is to click on the big orange button labeled 'Get.' The app will now download and install on your Firestick.

Discovery Plus Interface on TV, Table, Smartphone and Laptop

There's one more step. You now need to open the Discovery Plus app. Then, follow the on-screen prompts to log in and access your account. That's it - you're now ready to start streaming!

You can also download and install Discovery Plus remotely. This is done by visiting Amazon's website, where you'll find Discovery Plus listed. Make sure to log in to your Amazon account, and then get the app from there. After a few moments, it will be ready for use on your Firestick.

FAQ

Is Discovery Plus Available on Firestick?

Yes, Discovery Plus is available for a wide range of Firestick devices. In general, if you've purchased your Firestick during the last couple of years, the app should be available for download from Amazon's App Store and should run without any issues.

Can I Get Discovery Plus on Fire TV?

Yes, Discovery+ is available on Fire TV devices as well. Aside from media streaming devices, this also includes 'Fire TV Edition' smart TVs, produced by Toshiba, Insignia, and other brands. All of those devices can run Discovery+ natively.

Can I Stream Discovery Plus in 4K on Firestick?

Yes, Discovery+ offers 4K streaming of select titles on Firestick devices. Interestingly enough, this feature is present on Apple TV as well - while all other platforms are currently limited to streaming in up to 'Full HD.'

Can I Get Discovery Plus for Free on Firestick?

At the moment, there's only one way to get Discovery+ for free. Verizon is offering a special promo for both new and existing subscribers to a number of their services. To learn more, here's how to get Discovery Plus on Fios.

You've reached the end of our guide on how to get Discovery Plus on Firestick. If you have any questions on your mind, feel free to post your comment below. And, of course - thanks for reading. Enjoy streaming Discovery+!

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