Rooting your Kindle Fire gives you unrestricted access to all of the tablet’s system files, allowing you more advanced customization and app installs. This guide will show you how to root your Kindle Fire using just a Windows PC and USB cord. Keep in mind that this process can void its warranty.

Before you start: You will need a Windows PC, a USB cable, and the Amazon Fire 5th Gen Super Tool. Back up any photos, videos, or other files you want to keep before rooting.
Warning: Rooting carries risks including “bricking” (rendering the device useless), increased virus susceptibility, and potential performance degradation. This process may void your warranty.

A step-by-step guide to rooting your Kindle Fire

The following instructions will walk you through the necessary settings and software installation.

  • Open the Settings menu. Swipe down from the top to access the menu, and then tap the cog icon.
  • TapDevice Options underneath the Device header.
  • TapSerial Number repeatedly until Developer Options appears.
  • TapDeveloper Options.
  • Toggle on Enable ADB. The switch will turn on.
  • TapEnable in the pop-up menu.
  • Return to the Settings menu and tapSecurity & Privacy underneath the Personal header.
  • Toggle on Apps from Unknown Sources. This will let you download apps outside of the Amazon app store.
  • Connect your Kindle Fire to your computer using the USB cable.
    • If your Windows computer doesn’t recognize your Kindle Fire, you may need to install the driver or installAndroid Studio or Android SDK platform tools.
  • On your computer, download the Amazon Fire 5th Gen Super Tool (a ZIP file).
  • Extract the ZIP file contents onto your desktop or another accessible location.
  • Open the file named 1-Amazon-Fire-5th-gen.bat (ensure it is the file prefixed with “1”). This will launch a tool similar to Command Prompt.
  • Type the number of the action you wish to perform and press Enter.
    • If you want to install Google Play Store, type 2.
    • If you want to start the root process, type 6.
  • Leave your Kindle Fire plugged in until the process is finished.
  • Once the process is complete, disconnect your Kindle Fire and restart the device to finalize rooting.
  • Warning: Amazon OTA updates can unroot the device. If this happens, you will need to repeat this process.
Pro tip: After rooting, consider installing a custom recovery or a firewall app to better manage permissions and protect your device from malware, as rooting increases security risks.

Once your Kindle Fire is successfully rooted, you now have complete administrative control over the device’s operating system. You should immediately explore the new capabilities available to you, such as installing a custom launcher to replace the Amazon interface or removing pre-installed bloatware to free up system resources. This level of access allows you to install applications from any source, not just the Amazon Appstore.

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However, maintaining a rooted device requires vigilance. Be sure to avoid installing unverified APK files from unknown websites to minimize the risk of viruses. Additionally, keep in mind that you may need to re-apply the root method if the device receives a system update from Amazon, as these updates often remove root access to restore the device to its factory state.