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How to Set Up VPNUK Smart DNS on Amazon Fire TV & Firestick

VPNUK Smart DNS is the perfect solution for unblocking geo-restricted content on Amazon Fire TV and Firestick without slowing down streaming speeds. Unlike a VPN, Smart DNS does not encrypt your traffic, allowing you to stream content from different regions with minimal buffering and maximum speed.

This guide will show you how to set up VPNUK Smart DNS on Amazon Fire TV and Firestick in just a few steps.

1. Registering Your IP on the VPNUK Smart DNS Service

Before setting up Smart DNS on your Fire TV, you must register your current IP address with VPNUK.

  1. Log in to the VPNUK Members Area using your account username and password.
  2. Navigate to ‘SmartDNS Management’.
  3. Click ‘Check In New Address’.

 

2. Setting Your IP Address

  1. Click ‘Set My IP’ to automatically detect your current public IP address.
  2. IMPORTANT: If your IP address changes, you must re-check in the new IP address for Smart DNS to work.
    • This happens if you restart your router or switch networks.
  3. (Optional) Add a description (e.g., “Home Wi-Fi”, “Work Network”) for reference.
  4. Click ‘Check In’ to register your IP.

 

3. Get Your VPNUK Smart DNS Server IP

  1. Scroll down to ‘SmartDNS Server Settings’.
  2. Copy or note down the Smart DNS server IP address you want to use.

 

4. Configure Smart DNS on Amazon Fire TV & Firestick

1. Open Fire TV Network Settings

  1. Go to Settings → Network.
  2. Select your Wi-Fi network (Fire TV does not support Ethernet unless using an adapter).
  3. Click ‘Advanced’.

2. Change DNS Settings

  1. Under IP Address, do not change anything.
  2. In the DNS 1 field, enter the VPNUK Smart DNS IP address you copied earlier.
  3. (Optional) In the DNS 2 field, enter an alternate VPNUK Smart DNS IP for backup.
  4. Click Connect to apply the changes.

 

5. Restart Your Amazon Fire TV

  1. Go to Settings → My Fire TV → Restart.
  2. Once restarted, open a streaming app (Netflix, BBC iPlayer, Disney+, etc.) and test access to geo-restricted content.

 

Smart DNS Cache Troubleshooting on Fire TV

If Smart DNS is not working, cached data may be interfering with the settings. Try these solutions:

1. Clear App Cache (Recommended for Streaming Apps)

  1. Go to Settings → Applications.
  2. Select Manage Installed Applications.
  3. Choose the app.
  4. Click Clear Cache and Clear Data.
  5. Restart the app and try again.

2. Reset Network Settings

  1. Go to Settings → Network.
  2. Click Forget Network, then reconnect and re-enter Smart DNS settings.

3. Ensure Your IP Address is Registered

  1. Log in to the VPNUK Members Area and confirm your IP address is checked in.
  2. If your IP has changed, re-check in the new IP address.

Smart DNS: Pros & Cons

Benefits of VPNUK Smart DNS

Faster than VPNs – No encryption overhead, meaning better streaming performance.
Bypass Geo-Restrictions – Watch content from multiple countries without switching servers.
Works on Any Device – Supports Fire TV, Smart TVs, Apple TV, Windows, macOS, and gaming consoles.
No Login Required – Once set up, Smart DNS works automatically.

Limitations of Smart DNS

No Encryption – Unlike a VPN, Smart DNS does not secure your data.
Manually Check In IPs – If your IP address changes, you must update it in the Members Area.
Limited Anonymity – Smart DNS does not hide your real IP address, unlike a VPN.