How to Install Third-Party Apps in Samsung TVs (Tizen & Android)

By Kevin ArrowsUpdated on July 18, 2024

Kevin is a certified Network Engineer

Installing third-party apps on Samsung TVs, whether running Tizen or Android, can be a bit challenging but is possible with the right steps. Tizen, Samsung’s proprietary OS, restricts direct installation of third-party apps, requiring alternative methods like using a USB drive to sideload apps.

For Android-based Samsung TVs, the process is somewhat easier, allowing for APK installation through developer mode. Both methods generally involve enabling developer options and ensuring your TV and computer are on the same network.

Before you Begin:

Here’s what you need:

Internet Connection
USB Drive (for Tizen)
A Computer/Laptop
Tizen Studio (for Tizen)
Developer Mode Enabled (Follow Step 2 to enable Developer Mode)
ADB Tools Installed and Setup Properly (Follow detailed guide to install ADB tools)
SDB Tools (for Tizen) – Check the note and URL mentioned down below.
APK Files – Installation packages of Android Apps (for Android)

Note for TIZEN Users: Tizen employs SDB for device communication. If you are using Tizen, utilize this tool rather than the one mentioned in the article.

Step 1. Enable Installation from Unknown Sources

Turn on your Samsung Smart TV.
On the home screen, go to Settings.
Select the Personal section and locate the Security option.
Here, you’ll find the Unknown Sources setting. Enable it by toggling the switch.
With this enabled, you can download apps from sources other than the Play Store.

Allowing installation from unknown sources (apps) — Allowing installation from unknown sources

Step 2. Enable Developer Mode

Next, enable Developer Mode on your Samsung Smart TV. This will give you access to a variety of useful tools and tweaks. With Developer Mode enabled, you can download third-party apps.

Turn your Samsung Smart TV on.
Go to settings and choose the Smart Hub option.
Select the Apps section.
After clicking the apps panel, enter the PIN 12345 when prompted. This is the default code for Samsung Smart TVs.
A window for Developer Mode configuration will appear. Set the Developer Mode to ON.
Enter the IP address of the computer you wish to connect to the TV, then click OK. (Find your computer’s IP address from Microsoft support)
Restart your TV to apply the changes.

Enabling developer mode in smart apps — Turning the developer mode on

Now that you’ve met the requirements, you can go ahead and download third-party apps on your Smart TV using either internal or external methods, which may involve using a command prompt on your computer or a storage device.

Step 3. Download Third-Party Apps Using Command Prompt

Command Prompt is an easy way to download third-party apps to your Samsung Smart TV. You will need your TV’s IP address to proceed.

The process is relatively straightforward and once you’re used to it, adding new functionalities to your Smart TV becomes easier.

Turn on your TV and go to Settings.
Select the Network menu.
Go to the Information section to see your TV’s IP Address.
Note your TV’s IP Address, which should look similar to 192.168.1.39
Checking the IP Address of your Smart TV

Continue with the following steps to download an app using its IP address:

Open the Command Prompt on your computer.
Type adb connect <TV’s-IP> to connect to your TV. You should see a successful connection message, such as “connected to 192.168.2.201:5555“.

Run the command adb install <path-to-apk-file> to install your app.

(Replace <path-to-apk-file> with the full path to the APK file you downloaded. The path is the location on your computer where the APK file is stored.)

Wait for the download to be completed. A Success message should appear in the prompt.
Disconnect your TV from the computer with the command adb disconnect <TV’s-IP>.
The downloaded third-party app should now be available in the apps section of your Smart Hub.

Alternative: Download Third-Party Apps Using External Storage Devices

This method bypassing direct internet downloads to your TV minimizes compatibility issues that might occur from direct downloading. With the app’s APK file downloaded to a computer, transferring it onto a USB drive, and then moving it to the TV, ensures a smooth transfer process.

It’s a discrete method that is particularly handy when facing network issues or installation issues with traditional downloading pathways. This simplicity in sideloading gives users the freedom to improve their TV’s app ecosystem conveniently.

Using a web browser on your computer, locate the .apk file of the desired app from a trusted source, and download it.
Connect the Flash Drive to your computer and copy the file onto it.
Disconnect the Flash Drive from the computer and plug it into your TV.
Navigate to the Flash Drive, select the .apk file, and press Install.
After installation, you can open and use the app on your Samsung Smart TV.
Installing the APK File

By Kevin ArrowsUpdated on July 18, 2024

Kevin is a certified Network Engineer

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Kevin Arrows

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Comments

118

Sarun Joseph Sep 4, 2019

Hi i tried this option but i couldn’t find the add on option in my samsung 55 inch model, any other option to add the app
thanks
sarun

Shane Warren Author Sep 5, 2019

Turn on the developer mode and try the rest of the method.

TheSovietWaffle Sep 11, 2019

Hey, When i try to connect to my tv via adb connect ip it says ‘unable to connect to ip:port’

Shane Warren Author Sep 13, 2019

Are both of them connected to the same internet connection? they need to be connected to the same connection in order to proceed with the steps.

AmIr shrestha Sep 15, 2019

install keyword not recognized by cmd

Shane Warren Author Sep 15, 2019

Have you connected to the ip adress before executing this command?

krazy Dec 29, 2019

I’m getting the same problem. “install Dinstall.apk” doesn’t work.Also, using “adb install C:STV.apk” does not work and gives the following error:c:adbLink>adb install CSTV.apk
error: no devices/emulators found
adb: error: failed to get feature set: no devices/emulators found
– waiting for device –

Shane Warren Author Dec 29, 2019

Verify that the ADB debug is enabled.
Install OEM drivers for Windows from here:
https://developer.android.c…
Also, make sure that the Android is equal to or greater than 5.0.

krazy Dec 29, 2019

Thanks Shane. I’ve downloaded the OEM drivers plus the recommended Samsung USB drivers for Windows but am still not having any luck. How do I verify that ADB debug is enabled? I’m trying to install from laptop by the way, not USB.

Shane Warren Author Dec 31, 2019

Does your Firewall support ADB? maybe that is the issue try it with a different Wifi network.

krazy Dec 31, 2019

Don’t have any firewall and I’ve used ADB with my Android phone multiple times. Do I need to connect the laptop and Samsung TV with a USB instead?

Shane Warren Author Jan 4, 2020

You can try that as well but connecting through wifi should work.

krazy Jan 8, 2020

Yeah, that’s what I thought. Oh well, I guess I’ll have to give up as your tutorial was the closest I’ve gotten so far. The other option would be a NVIDIA Shield TV box or something.

Greg Gardner Apr 6, 2020

I too am having the same issue and have been for days now. I got both running off of my Wi-Fi 2G. Then I switch them both to my 5G same thing. I root Android phones on The daily and pre-programmed other people’s phones taking off the FRP Google lock updating and downgrading operating systems. I have the Samsung drivers as well as every ADB driver there is. I do not have any firewall on at this moment nor do I have any virus running programs. All of our issue is coming from the TV itself has nothing to do with the laptop or what we’re doing it has to do with the software in television. Or else it would not say through our command prompt that TV did not accept. We did everything right the software is just booting us off. I’m going to attempt to downgrade my software now 2 updates ago where I know this process worked before. Once I find out the outcome I will post if there are any changes I will detail good luck please do the same.

Shane Warren Author Apr 10, 2020

Did it help?

Greg Gardner May 6, 2020

Ive tried EVERYTHING I could fathom and anything suggested that made any type of sense and NOTHING! Literally I’m thinking i bought the year of Samsung smart Television where they were in the middle of voting on wether or not to keep the shit on for the next year. I’m completley disappointed and kicking myself at the same time bcuz i should have trusted my own opinion and done more research instead of trusting in a company to do it for me. Any ways if anybody finds any solutions please msg me the details as i will so there same

John Parsons Sep 7, 2019

I’m trying to connect my samsung TV to install apks. I typed in the IP of the TV after turning on Develop mode and entering my PC’s IP address. I run the command prompt and enter the adb connect xxx.xxx.x.xx(IP of TV) and it tells me “no connection could be made because the target machine actively refused it (10061)”. Am I doing something wrong?

Shane Warren Author Sep 8, 2019

This error might be triggered if your TV and the computer are connected to different networks. Both of them need to be connected to the same network in order to proceed

TheSovietWaffle Sep 12, 2019

try with port 26101

krazy Dec 29, 2019

This worked but even though it’s showing as connected it’s not listed as a device so I can’t install anything:c:adbLink>adb connect 10.0.0.80:26101
connected to 10.0.0.80:26101c:adbLink>adb devices
List of devices attachedc:adbLink>Even if I continue it doesn’t work…
c:adbLink>adb install C/STV.apk
error: no devices/emulators found
adb: error: failed to get feature set: no devices/emulators found
– waiting for device -Then nothing happens. Am trying on a Samsung RU7100… Any ideas?

vince Oct 30, 2019

The idea was very nice. But have you personally tried this method? Especially with the Tinzen Samsung TV?
Please remember: Your procedure installs APK to a TINZEN TV.
You are like installing an APK to an AppleTV, which means two different OS.

Shane Warren Author Oct 31, 2019

All methods are verified by user experiences. Some steps might correlate for different televisions due to which they might show a different model but by using this guide you should be able to install third-party apps to a Samsung smart TV

Wong Jun Jin Apr 18, 2020

Exactly. That’s what I suspect. The screens in the article are from the Android version of the TV. My Samsung is now Tinzen. No such installation from “unknown source” is available

Shane Warren Author Apr 21, 2020

Unfortunately, this article isn’t working for all versions of the TV and works only for some.

The Trojans Club Nov 25, 2019

what commands do i use if i wanna make the installation using a macbook pro? thanks

Shane Warren Author Nov 28, 2019

That would be a whole another guide, don’t you have access to Windows?

David Triplett Nov 27, 2019

I do not have a personal or security tab available. I can get into developer mode and I can access service menu. What do I do?

Shane Warren Author Nov 28, 2019

Carry on with the steps and see if the app is installed, also what model is your TV?

Hendrik Tyler Scherer Dec 22, 2019

Hi there,when I try to connect to my Samsung TV I only get the message connection refused. My TV is in developer mode (double checked it). Is there something else that I am missing?

Shane Warren Author Dec 24, 2019

Are the TV and the computer connected to the same networks?

Shane Warren Author Dec 31, 2019

Have you tried to just press 12345 in the Apps panel? without any prompt just press them and check if it works.

Wanida My Jan 8, 2020

Hello, I’m having issues trying to get an APK file on my Samsung TV Model: UN75MU8000F. I don’t have an option on my tv for add one / unknown source in my settings. I did manage to set the tv into developer mode on, but I still can’t download APK files that I want from the web when downloading it from the tv.

The files I want is:

(https://woodenshark.com/4lightpack/Prismatik-v0.50.apk) and (https://woodenshark.com/4lightpack/Prismatik-v0.73.apk)

I keep getting a message saying “the file format is not support”

I had even tried to load the files onto a flash drive then insert the drive to the tv and the files won’t show on my tv but the music and pictures I have on flash drive which makes no sense.

Is there something I’m missing in order to make this happen???

Don’t know if this helps the version/software on my Samsung tv is 1280

Please help!

Shane Warren Author Jan 8, 2020

It isn’t showing because installation from unknown sources isn’t enabled. Try to tinker around the settings and see if you can find it anywhere else. I’ve searched for your model but it is returning the same process as indicated in the article to enable the installation from unknown sources. Do other apk files show up? download any other apk and see if that shows up.

Wanida My Jan 8, 2020

I’ve spent a whole day looking at all the options in settings and I can’t find unknown sources. Is there a hidden setting or something I would have to type to get into that option.

Shane Warren Author Jan 8, 2020

There shouldn’t be, First check for any available firmware updates and then try again and then check if other apk files show up.

Wanida My Jan 8, 2020

Sounds good thanks you. Sorry how do I check for firmware updates on the TV?

Shane Warren Author Jan 17, 2020

Its ok. There should be an option in the Settings. Also, check the support site for the exact information for your model.

akash sunny Mar 25, 2020

hello shane, i have been experiencing with the same problem could you please help me out

Shane Warren Author Mar 28, 2020

What is your exact model? It should be in the settings as indicated in the article but it seems to be missing for some people.

Wanida My Jan 10, 2020

So I check for any available firmware updates there was none it was up to date. Said I had version 2.0.4.0420184(Tizenbrowser) and the software currently on my TV is 1280.

I did try other APK files and I’m still having the same issue.

Went back to trying to find unknown sources in my settings and can’t find it which makes no sense. I don’t know what to do at this point.

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Shane Warren Author Jan 18, 2020

Maybe it is a regional locking issue, what region did you buy the TV from?

akash sunny Mar 25, 2020

hello there! did you find that “enable the installation from unknown sources” thing i have struggling with the same problem can you please help me with that.
thank you

AbhishekAb Jun 27, 2020

I’m having same issue

Shane Warren Author Jun 28, 2020

It seems like a regional locking issue, I don’t think you can do anything for it. Is it a Tyzen build?

Shane Warren Author Jan 18, 2020

It should activate by pressing 12345 in the Apps panel, have you tried that already?

Shane Warren Author Jan 25, 2020

Maybe it might be due to regional locking. I’m afraid I cant offer further assistance regarding this, I do apologize but it seems highly likely that this might be due to regional locking.

luis paulo Apr 14, 2020

protocol failure
-waiting for device-
what should i do

Shane Warren Author Apr 17, 2020

Are they both connected to the same network? maybe it is because of not being connected properly, try reconnecting.

Jorge Yerbito Apr 14, 2020

Hi.
When I tried to connect with odb command, i get: unable to connect to 192.168.1.167:5555″
I have got a samsung ue32n4300ak.
It is be posible to install kodi using this method? Thank so much

Shane Warren Author Apr 17, 2020

It should be possible, are they both connected to the same Wifi?

Rakib Apr 29, 2020

Hi, I could not find the option for add one / unknown source in my settings. I have a samsung TV UA75RU7100F. I’m also having issues trying to get an APK file on my Samsung TV. I can’t see the APK file in the flash drive when connected to the tv.

Shane Warren Author May 5, 2020

This option seems to be disabled for some versions of the Samsung TV and you cannot install third party apps on those. I think it varies due to region.

Khaled Halloua May 7, 2020

Does it work with Smart TV N5300 Series 5?

Shane Warren Author May 11, 2020

It should work, but make sure that all the options are present on your TV before proceeding.

K.N.O.W-it-A.L.L May 9, 2020

does this harm your tv in anyway (samsung smart tv) doing all this

Shane Warren Author May 11, 2020

No it shouldn’t

Shane Warren Author Jun 26, 2020

Thank you for the information, we have added it to the article as a note.

Shane Warren Author Jun 30, 2020

Sad to know that. It really limits the functionality of the TVs for some Samsung Users.

Rajesh Kardam Jul 17, 2020

Can i install microsoft teams in samsung smart tv?

Shane Warren Author Jul 18, 2020

I don’t think it might be possible. What model are you using exactly?

sheri mohanrao Aug 14, 2020

Can I do it with Samsung phone rather than computer?? I’m using a 2017 Samsung uHD tv does my tv support that option

Shane Warren Author Aug 15, 2020

No, you will need a computer and i cant say for sure if it will work or not, it works for some models while for some it doesn’t. You can try it and see if you have all the options.

Daniel Graham Aug 15, 2020

Can these procedures be used to install third party apps on a Samsung UN55D7000LF?

Shane Warren Author Aug 15, 2020

I cannot say for sure, it works for some Samsung TVs while for some it doesn’t, do you have all the options in the menu that the article states? if so, you can most probably install third party apps on it.

Shane Warren Author Aug 18, 2020

Do you have all of these options in your Television’s menu? if so, then you should be able to install them.

AY Aug 21, 2020

I use samsung series 7 uhd smart tv, APK doesnt display on screen

Shane Warren Author Aug 23, 2020

Some Televisions aren’t able to install this apk. Maybe yours is locked from Samsung from doing this. Are you able to enable the developer mode, allow installation from unknown sources and then connect your laptop to the TV with adb?

vasyl Yatsiv Sep 6, 2020

can connect to the tv

Muhammad Zubyan Author Sep 6, 2020

Can you explain your problem with little bit more detail.

Blake Sims Sep 10, 2020

Is there a list of Apps supported by this TV? I’m trying to find out if it has a Roku app.

Muhammad Zubyan Author Sep 10, 2020

The Roku Channel can be added to Samsung TVs running Tizen operating system version 2.3, 2.4, 3.0, or 4.0. If it is not supported, you can get a firestick or another external smart device to use.

akopa Sep 19, 2020

can i install it,even my samsung smart tv is not android tv?

Muhammad Zubyan Author Sep 20, 2020

No sir, You can’t install Apps on an non-android TV.

AK Sep 29, 2020

Hi there. I have Samsung 6 Series TV. I can definitely go to Developer mode but I can not see any option of clicking on install from unknown sources. Any idea installing app if there is no option for unknown apps? Thanks

Muhammad Zubyan Author Sep 29, 2020

Have you tried installing any third-party app yet? Sometimes when the option is hidden it means that it is already enabled by default so try to install an app and then let me know if any error occurs.

AK Sep 30, 2020

Tried to install it directly while developer mode is on but could not see downloaded apk files when usb drive connected to Tv. Also command prompt gave an error that adb is not a valid command. Any help ?

Muhammad Zubyan Author Sep 30, 2020

Have you checked the “Downloads” app? Also, check your recent notifications and if you can interact with them if there is any notification regarding downloaded apk files click on them and check if the file installs.

Pushkar Phatak Oct 3, 2020

can i install jiotv on samsung tv running tizen? will android tv apk work for tizen tv?

Muhammad Zubyan Author Oct 3, 2020

Unfortunately, you can’t install JioTV on your Samsung TV running Tizen you can only mirror cast it from your mobile if your TV supports it.

Taylor Oct 30, 2020

I got to adb connecting my samsung tv and I got the error “No connection could be made because the target machine actively refused it. (10061)” Any idea how I can get around this?

Muhammad Zubyan Author Oct 30, 2020

It occurs because your device and PC are connected to different Networks. Can you verify that your Samsung TV and your PC are connected to the same Network? Also, Make sure your connection is not in proxy mode. In Windows 10 Search for “Internet Options” In the start menu and head over to the “Connection” tab click on “LAN Settings” and uncheck everything.

Ebrahiem Abrahams Dec 17, 2020

Still same issue as above. both tv is and pc is connected to same network. I have a hg43AJ hospitality samsung tv.

Muhammad Zubyan Author Dec 22, 2020

Do you have a USB Stick? If yes then you can download Apk files on your PC transfer them into USB and install apps from there.

Ebrahiem Abrahams Dec 23, 2020

The Tv does not pickup apk files when I insert USB and open it.There is also no way to install it via the smart hub as there is only 4 apps available to install.Its a tizen 4 OS on the samsung hospitality tvs.Please help!

Muhammad Zubyan Author Dec 26, 2020

Unfortunately, Tizen-based devices cannot install apk files so you cannot install third-party apps.

KxngMAr She Dec 24, 2020

I have a Samsung 7 series TU7000. I can enable developer mode but I can’t find an option for unknown sources. I tried installing an apk off the browser and it said “This function is not supported” can I get some feedback please?

Muhammad Zubyan Author Dec 26, 2020

Samsung 7 Series TU7000 is Powered by Tizen and Unfortunately, You cannot install the apk files in Tizen Bases Samsung TV.

ess kay Nov 8, 2020

How to change the region of samsung app store? Are use DNS customisation.
Still struggling to change the region.
My Tv is latest 2020 Samsung QLED model that comes with universal remote which has no number buttons etc
Thanks a ton

Muhammad Zubyan Author Nov 11, 2020

No, you can’t change your Samsung 2020 QLED’s Region through Universal remote you will have to get the original remote although if you want to change the DNS of your TV Here is how you can do that.Head over to:-
Settings > General > Network > Network Status > IP Settings > DNS Setting > Enter manually > DNS ServerEnter the DNS you wish to choose and just press ok.Also, Why do you want to change the region of the TV?

Harjeet Rana Dec 30, 2020

Guys there is no way you can install APK file to Samsung smart tv powered by Tizen. Tizen is a shitty OS with very less features and no support. No apps to watch live TV like android. What’s the use if you cant watch live channels on a smart tv. How come its smart then? I regret buying the Samsung tv 🙁

Raphael Benzo Aug 12, 2021

I agree with you I feel the same way

wasi Jun 1, 2023

there are many live channel available through youtube

Rene Aug 8, 2023

yes I have the same problem, 2 days since I bought the s95c (2023) and I can’t even find the security option to enable developer mode, a 2k tv who can’t downloads simple apps, so frustrating. I’ll get back is I found a solution

Manish Singh Jan 4, 2021

The sdb tool for Tizen connects successfully to Samsung Smart TV but the install command fails with package error. Developer mode is turned on in TV, Not sure what is missing. Any help will be great. Thanks!

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Muhammad Zubyan Author Jan 4, 2021

Unfortunately, You can’t install Apk files on Tizen based Samsung TVs.

Tamer Apr 3, 2021

In my store dont have Disney plus, and I don’t want change the store country! Where i can find the apk file to download it to Samsung smart

Muhammad Zubyan Author Apr 3, 2021

You can search for it in your browser and then simply download it.

Tamer Apr 3, 2021

I didn’t found it, is there any website can download Samsung tv apks?

Muhammad Zubyan Author Apr 3, 2021

What’s the model number of your Samsung TV?

Tamer Apr 3, 2021

Un40k6500

Muhammad Zubyan Author Apr 3, 2021

It seems like Samsung UN40K6500 is based on Tizen OS. I’m afraid that it is not possible to sideload apps on Tizen-based Samsung TVs.

Guest Jan 21, 2021

yeah I got it, but which TV are you using? Because it doesn’t work for all Samsung Televisions.

Bill Feb 26, 2021

How can I add RBDigital app to my Samsung smart tv

Muhammad Zubyan Author Feb 27, 2021

What’s the model number of your Samsung Smart TV?

Tiger Man May 28, 2021

Hi Zubyan, hope this topic is still alive. I have a Samsung UA65JS8000 (Australia) and I have enabled Developer mode in TV settings. When trying to connect via terminal to the TV using adb command, I keep getting a time out error (10600). Have checked all settings including security, tried a dozen times but all with no success.
Any ideas??

Muhammad Zubyan Author May 28, 2021

It seems like your TV is based on TizenOS. You can’t install third-party apps on your TV.

Tiger Man May 28, 2021

Sorry, I can install 3rd party apps with TizenOS??
If so, why can I not connect?

Muhammad Zubyan Author May 28, 2021

Apologies for the typo I meant to say that “You can’t install third-party apps on TizenOS based TVs.

Sergio Rodriguez Jul 24, 2021

I have a SmartTV Samsung UN55TU7000PXPA but don´t have the options to developer mode and configure unknow sources. When I plug a usbkey with the apk file the software don´t list the file. Thanks.

Muhammad Zubyan Author Jul 25, 2021

Okay so that model number has Tizen-based OS, unfortunately, Tizen doesn’t support all the apk files.

Raphael Benzo Aug 16, 2021

Don’t support any apk none whatsoever

Sergio Rodriguez Aug 21, 2021

Thanks

Sergio Rodriguez Aug 21, 2021

Thanks for the answer. I see the solution on FireStick or Android TV

Michał Dzikus Sep 24, 2021

My tv Has not respond on command ‘adb connect…’ error 10061 aby idea? Unkown sources not visible ;( https://uploads.disquscdn.c…

Muhammad Zubyan Author Sep 27, 2021

What’s the model number of your Samsung TV?

Michał Dzikus Sep 28, 2021

ue50ru7172
Im used port 2156 and connected but aplication no installed on command ‘install…’

Muhammad Zubyan Author Sep 29, 2021

Your Samsung TV is Tizen-based you won’t be able to Install Third-Party Apps on it.

Bill Admond May 17, 2022

Thanks for the informative article.
As always, when buying sophisticated new gadgets there are always secret stuff that you need to know.
I was looking to buy Samsung which is based on Tizen but I realized that I can’t install my favorite games.
I believe that this has to do with Google which wants Samsung pay for using the Store.
Same problem with LG, you may not install third party applications!
I’m in Australia and the only brand choice left for me seems to be Sony but I hear that their screens sometimes fail after the warranty period expires!
More alternatives are TCL pus some other brands.