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Before you begin using your Fire TV Stick, you’ll have to pair the remote. The process can vary depending on which model you have, and not every remote is interchangeable with each generation of Amazon Fire TV. Here’s how to pair or reset your Fire TV Stick remote.

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To pair or reset the Fire TV Stick remote, press and hold the Home button until the remote starts blinking.

Thankfully, the process to pair your Fire TV Stick is relatively simple to have you set up and watch content quickly.

First, make sure your TV is on and that you are holding the remote within 10 ft (3 m) of the TV. Then, all you need to do is press and hold the Home button on your remote for ten seconds. You should see the light at the top of your remote start blinking, followed by an on-screen confirmation that your remote has paired.

If you don’t see either, try removing or replacing the remote batteries and waiting thirty seconds before trying again. If that still doesn’t work, see the next section for steps to reset your Fire TV Stick remote.

First, unplug your Fire TV and wait for a full minute. Then, press and hold the Left button, Menu button, and Back button simultaneously. We know it can be a lot to handle at once, but you can hold two with your thumb because the back button is located right beneath the left button.

Here’s a diagram of the relevant button for reference:

Hold all three buttons for twelve seconds, then release and wait five seconds. After that, remove the batteries from your remote, then plug your Fire TV back in and wait for another minute.

Lastly, put the batteries back into your remote and press the Home button. The LED indicator on the remote will blink blue to indicate a successful pairing. Note that if you use an Alexa Voice remote Lite (the one without any power or volume up/down buttons), you won’t see any blinking lights.

Resetting the first generation of Alexa Voice Remotes is the same process as above, except you have to hold fewer buttons.

As for the Fire TV Basic edition, the process is different, so follow along carefully.

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Are Fire Stick remotes universal?

Yes, many Fire TV remotes are interchangeable, but not all. If you’re replacing a lost or broken remote, make sure the replacement is compatible with both your Fire Stick model and generation.

Can you replace a Fire Stick remote?

Yes, you can replace a Fire TV remote with a new one. However, make sure the replacement is compatible with your Fire Stick model and generation before buying.

Can I use my phone as a Fire Stick remote?

Yes, there is a mobile app for Android and iPhone to control your Fire TV Stick from your smartphone.

How do I pair additional Fire TV remotes?

First, go to Settings on your Fire TV. Then, s elect Controllers & Bluetooth Devices . From there, select  Amazon Fire TV Remotes and press and hold the Home button for 10 seconds to pair a remote.