How to Deregister a FireStick in 4 Easy Steps

Below, we’ll discuss each of these steps in more detail.

Boot into FireStick on Your TV

If your FireStick is not currently connected to your TV, you’ll need to plug it in before you begin.

Connect the FireStick to the power adapter, then plug it into a wall outlet.

Next, insert the HDMI cord connected to the device into an HDMI port on your TV.

Turn on your TV, select the correct HDMI input, and wait for your FireStick screen to appear.

Open Your FireStick’s Settings

When the Fire TV home screen appears, navigate to the settings icon on the far right corner of the screen.

This icon is usually represented by a small picture of a gear.

If your FireStick supports voice commands, you can also press the voice icon on your remote and say, “open settings.”

Choose “Deregister”

After pressing this, you will see a message on the screen asking you to confirm that you want to deregister your FireStick.

Confirm the selection.

Can I Deregister My FireStick without a Remote?

If you lost or damaged your remote control, you may wonder if it’s possible to deregister your FireStick without it.

Luckily, downloading the Fire TV app on your smartphone will allow you to do just that.

Download the FireStick Remote App

If you’ve misplaced or damaged the remote that came with your FireStick, you’ll need to use your smartphone as a backup.

Open your smartphone’s app store, then search for “Fire TV.”

Choose the official Fire TV remote and install it on your device.

Launch the Fire TV App

After installing the Fire TV app, launch it on your smartphone.

Make sure your phone is connected to the same WiFi network as your FireStick, then select “Set Up New Device.”

The app will begin searching for nearby Fire TV devices. Select your FireStick when it appears on-screen, then enter the code displayed on your TV in the app.

After pairing your phone to your TV, navigate your FireStick’s screen to deregister your device.

Follow the steps below:

The FireStick remote app comes with some other features, including fast forward, rewind, and Alexa voice commands.

With an on-screen keyboard, it also makes it easier to search for programs.

Does Resetting a FireStick Deregister It?

While factory resets are usually performed as a troubleshooting method, it will also automatically deregister it.

Factory resetting your FireStick will revert all previous changes or settings made on the FireStick, essentially turning it back into the device you first purchased.

Deregistering a FireStick is also a necessary step to take before you register it under a new account.

In Conclusion

Deregistering your FireStick is very simple. In most cases, you can do so in just four steps.

When you’re ready to register it again, all you need to do is sign into a new account.