⚡ Remove Freevee and Prime Video from Firestick & Cube, Free Up Space & Increase Speed Fire OS7 Only

[@carolanestanley4030]

I followed your directions exactly, and I was finally able to delete Freevee from my Fire tv!! Thank you so very much, you are a lifesaver!! 👍❤

[@cwtek1]

Glad I could help! If you haven't done so already please don't forget to subscribe to my KZbin Channel, its Free and easy to do so and you will find out about all my latest videos.

[@carolanestanley4030]

@@cwtek1 Thank you, I did subscribe. 👍

[@stevendone5493]

@@cwtek1why do I keep getting message saying Shell busy and to toggle on and off ADB debugging . Done it but nothing changes . Any advice ?

[@cwtek1]

@@stevendone5493 Amazon have blocked local adb commands at the moment.

[@gott2641]

This no longer works, as I keep getting the "Shell is Busy, Another device is accessing Shell, Disconnect the device and try again" message every time I try and do this. Very disappointing.

[@mycrochettherapy]

Yes I keep getting this too😢

[@stevendone5493]

I get this message too and I’ve tried everything ! Doesn’t work

[@tonytcb4504]

Me too help please!

[@Mr232207]

Me to

[@TongWong-dc7xx]

SAME HERE ERROR MESSAGE

[@jennhodge823]

Thank you! Freevee was killing my space. Now I can watch my regular apps.

[@cwtek1]

You're Welcome! If you haven't done so already please don't forget to subscribe to my KZbin Channel, its Free and easy to do so and you will find out about all my latest videos.

[@cliffkram]

Didn't work. At the point of pressing the "play" button after selecting the apps to uninstall (7:45) I get a message that says "Shell is Busy. Another device is accessing Shell, disconnect the device and try again. Toggle Debugging OFF and then ON." So I toggle off and an but just repeats the same cycle.

[@annamarie5409]

Thank you for making this so simple and easy to follow. I did run into a problem and I’m wondering if you would help? When I selected all the correct boxes in the Debloat toolbox I keep receiving a message that the shell is busy. There is a box for me to click on that sends me to ADB bugging which tells me to turn it off and then on again and I just go round and round. Is there something else I need to do? Thank you so much. Anna

[@Odmay1]

Copy from Anna I have the same problem. wondering if you would help? When I selected all the correct boxes in the Debloat toolbox I keep receiving a message that the shell is busy. There is a box for me to click on that sends me to ADB bugging which tells me to turn it off and then on again and I just go round and round. Is there something else I need to do? Thank you so much.

[@locoinokc8178]

Does this only work outside the US? Followed instructions freevee still in the way. Found issue one of the needed of the check boxes for IMDB was in a higher spot on this list and I missed it.

[@cwtek1]

I am not sure myself if this works inside the US as I am in the UK, but has anyone else had problems removing freezer inside the US?

[@iluv691]

Yes,the assholes at firetv want us brainwashed and not think for ourselves.

[@paulcoker9097]

Can I remove other apps built into the fire stick like Amazon kids live shopping, photos,music and files ?

[@cwtek1]

Music you can remove from Manage installed applications, the others you should be able to remove but not tried it myself so not sure of any side effects.

[@imkennyG2]

Hi Chris, I have a 2nd gen 4k Max. I downloaded you debloat tool but can't find anything that has Imdb or freevee in the line. Any advice?

[@cwtek1]

Unfortunately it doesn’t work with the 2nd Gen 4ks.

[@Hideinacave]

Is there an alternative?

[@67Grandadfatboy]

Hi Chris, I followed this once before with great results. However, my firestick did an update and put everything back on. Today I've followed your video and at the point where the play button is highlighted and pressed the ticks are removed from boxes 3, 4 and 5. Pressing the play button receives the message please wait, and then nothing. I don't use Prime Video, Music or freevee etc and would like to free up some space for the apps I do use. Any advice please?

[@cwtek1]

Perhaps try restarting your stick by holding down play/pause and middle button until you see the message your device is powering off and try again.

[@knightone57]

How would we know what else your program might do on our system?

[@cwtek1]

It’s not my program but it is from a trusted source made by a developer that has been around for a while. So you will just have to put your trust in it like thousands of other have, if you want to install it.

[@ronaldslater4703]

How can I remove "Amazon Live Shopping"?

[@jeffw9776]

Great video. I am using the 1st Gen Firestick 4K and want to use Prime Video from someone else’s Prime account so I’m wondering if I can use your steps to Remove Prime Video then side load Prime Video and attempt to log into the other persons Prime account? I could remove firestick from my Amazon acct and then start all over using the Prime Account we are sharing but with all the apps I already have setup it would be a hassle. Do you think I can delete Prime Video using your steps and then side load Prime Video and login with someone else’s Amazon account username/password?

[@cwtek1]

I am not sure it will let you do this as the Firestick version will just pick up your login details from the stick itself, you could see if you can find an Android Tv version of the app.

[@normanorange4107]

I have bought the latest Firstick the one with 16gb storage, when i followed your instructions to remove Freevee and Prime Video as before non of them are listed on your app

[@cwtek1]

Because these new sticks are running fireos 8 I don't think this will work on the newer sticks at the moment.

[@normanorange4107]

pity, i will keep looking for a solution here.

[@terrylamar]

Hi, do you have a OS8 version yet? I'm surprised no one has programmed a app that deletes all the default firestick apps, would be huge! Thanks for all your valuable videos!

[@CPaiva99]

hello and thank you for your instructions but I cant find this particular app bc I want to delete those guys out my firetv Thank you

[@cwtek1]

Unfortunately Amazon have blocked ADB Commands from being run locally on the device at the moment, so this is not working at present, I am hoping they will remove the block soon.

[@CPaiva99]

Thank you for the explanation

[@stuartsinclair6269]

It’s a start, wish I could get rid of apps I don’t use and don’t want, must be a way somehow so you could customise your own app build on the stick

[@cwtek1]

If I find a way then I'll certainly post it on my KZbin channel, make sure you subscribe so that you find out about all my latest videos or when they are released.

[@Joywith3LastNames]

I thought that’s what this video was for, get rid of apps you don’t use. The Amazon apps

[@cwtek1]

@@Joywith3LastNames There are other things the app can get rid of, but I haven't tested these myself, so I am not sure if removing them could cause issues further down the line!

[@garylewis1726]

Mine said problem parsing

[@MrRogermash]

Great video.I love freevee mind,best free content out there that's legit.

[@matthew6994]

Don't forget Freevee is the new home of Neighbours that starts Monday September 18th!

[@cwtek1]

Totally agree, it is a great addition, but not everyone likes it, I don't have prime video so, I just removed that on mine!

[@antoniocrawley]

I wish I could get it , I live in Spain and get content from behind a VPN and freevee just fails to open.

[@cwtek1]

@@antoniocrawley I think your stick must be registered in the UK and also the VPN must be active before the stick has booted to stop Amazon detecting you are outside the UK.

[@antoniocrawley]

@@cwtek1 yes, that makes sense I brought it here 3 years ago and indeed it is registered in UK , I thought the VPN would get around it as I have it set to 'Manchester'

[@alanh.3494]

I have the 2nd generation firestick and see "can't parse the package. " I have the most current update installed. What can I do to install debloat toolbox?

[@cwtek1]

This will only work if you have Fireos 6 and 7 im afraid, if you have a 2nd Generation your fireos will be 5, so it may be time to get a new updated stick!

[@alanh.3494]

Thank you.

[@user-pn4cu9zx8h]

Both were removed with no problem, thanks.

[@cwtek1]

That's Great! If you haven't done so already please don't forget to subscribe to my KZbin Channel, its Free and easy to do so and you will find out about all my latest videos.

[@user-pn4cu9zx8h]

I have subscribed as soon as i watched this video, thanks.

[@cwtek1]

@@user-pn4cu9zx8h Thank you!

[@graywales]

Just bought the new 4K Max 2nd gen. Followed your instructions and the boxes are not listed anymore so unable to remove freevee, prime or Amazon kids. Please advise.

[@cwtek1]

Unfortunately this guide and app was made for earlier versions of the firesticks, hopefully the developer will update soon.

[@geoffpeyton6556]

Can you get rid of Amazon Kids as well or doesn't that matter

[@cwtek1]

I haven't tried it myself but it should be able to do that.

[@o_KingOfKings_o]

Can i deleted the apk when i did this ?

[@o_KingOfKings_o]

Nvm I didn't finish the video lol

[@daforeigners4331]

Thanks bradda Amazon's apps gone not all....but most of Again thank you

[@cwtek1]

Not all apps can be removed unfortunately. But I am glad we cleared most. If you haven't done so already please don't forget to subscribe to my KZbin Channel, its Free and easy to do so and you will find out about all my latest videos.

[@rajparmar3978]

Hi I get a message saying shell is busy, another device is accessing shell, disconnect and try again. any advise what could be using Shell?

[@mnichol72]

Having do e this it says. She'll is busy. Another device is accessing Shell. What does that mean? Thank you

[@Florida1963]

Hey thank you I needed someone like to help me to get rid of the Amazon bloatware and Freevee your an asset my friend thank you kindly 👍🏽

[@cwtek1]

You're Welcome! If you haven't done so already please don't forget to subscribe to my KZbin Channel, its Free and easy to do so and you will find out about all my latest videos.

[@janeybaby069]

Thanx Chris….shared

[@cwtek1]

Much appreciated

[@BeyBDaniel]

When I click on the play on the right corner that not view the usb debugging why ? Can you help ?

[@cwtek1]

This is only for fireos 7 devices.

[@BeyBDaniel]

Can I remove the Amazon shopping?

[@cwtek1]

Not at the moment.

[@mightyman2411]

Am not getting freevee to move, am seeing : parse error; "there was a problem parsing the package". What can I do to remove freevee. Thank you much.

[@cwtek1]

I am not sure but if anyone else knows please feel free to post

[@mmndesa]

I’m getting same install error

[@dolphinlover4864]

I learned yrs ago that error means the app wasn't installed.

[@techandgadgets4u]

Same here. So there's no hope?

[@dusty-ki5rh]

hello. when i check all the blocks and hit the top right play button it does not do anything. freevee and prime are still on there . i have a firecube. any tips ? . thank you. i still have no idea how to sideload it . but very good videos

[@cwtek1]

Try restarting your stick and try again!

[@Rimebird]

I am getting an error in installation which reads, "There was a problem parsing the package". Please suggest!

[@cwtek1]

Please try restarting your firestick and try again.

[@jamesoconnell45]

Great video thanks that will help

[@cwtek1]

Your Welcome! If you haven't done so already please don't forget to subscribe to my KZbin Channel, its Free and easy to do so and you will find out about all my latest videos.

[@belindabrooks3350]

Chris, I've uninstalled and reinstalled debloat toolbox, turned off and on ADB debugging. Toggled off and on. Also turned on apps from unknown sources and I still get this message "Shell is Busy" "Another device is accessing Shell" "Disconnect the device and try again". I disconnected my fire stick 4k twice and I STILL get the same message. Can you help please. Signed Annoyed

[@cwtek1]

Unfortunately Amazon have blocked ADB Commands from being run locally on the device at the moment, so this is not working at present, I am hoping they will remove the block soon.

[@noelnolan351]

I followed all the steps checked the boxes after you said but nothing happened when I press the play button

[@cwtek1]

Did you press the play button in the top right corner of the screen or the play button on the remote, if it was the remote you need to navigate to the play button in the top right of the screen.

[@droneworks6340]

The problem freevee keeps coming back how do you stop it from re installing it's self all the time. Need to disable updates I guess...

[@cwtek1]

Unfortunately many have reported it seems to come back from time to time not sure how to block it but turning off updates would be a good start!

[@tonybrown4298]

Hi I followed your instructions all ok but when I go back to home and live freevee is still there on the menu, just need to get Back to normal menu. Thanks

[@cwtek1]

Unfortunately Amazon have blocked ADB Commands from being run locally on the device at the moment, so this is not working at present, I am hoping they will remove the block soon.

[@mystikmindsent5566]

Hey so. This is off subject abit. Sorta I just recently got the newest version 2nd Gen 4K stick (I still have my 1st gen 4K) And a 1st FireStick they released. I tried pairing my 1st Gen 4K remote along with the new one that came with the New FireStick 4K. It goes into Pairing Mode, Tells me to press the Select button I do and It won’t let me Pair the older 4K remote to have on it as well. It says ready to Pair, and My Older 4k remote starts flashing a kinda yellowish type color But never pairs! It Let me Pair my PS4 controller No issues. My 1st Gen 4K I had a old remote paired , The one That came with it, and a PS4 remote all on the 1st 4K. Any ideas? Also, I’ve noticed on the new 4K stick it’s not showing the OFFLOAD Apps , like it did on older 4K stick.

[@cwtek1]

I have a video coming soon where I paired my 1st gen non 4k remote to my 2nd Gen 4K max, its due for release early January, please make sure you have subscribed to my channel so you don't miss it!

[@derektierney1314]

Great video as I don't it use either 2 myself can't access freevue so nice 1 I can now remove them 👍👍👍

[@cwtek1]

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[@carlossantiago5430]

How to remove prime time and frevee from firestick Fire OS8 help me please thank you

[@hugoalfonso3743]

Excellent Work 100%

[@cwtek1]

You're Welcome! If you haven't done so already please don't forget to subscribe to my KZbin Channel, its Free and easy to do so and you will find out about all my latest videos.

[@robertchen7003]

After selection, and pressing "play", keep getting shell is busy. cant get pass that. why?

[@luz30038]

Tried to remove stages shell busy another device accessing shell, open Adb settings toggle on abd and unknown download on not able to perform this task what am I doing wrong

[@tomcarrington1086]

Hi, tried this but just keeps saying 'she'll is busy' another device is accessing Shell. Disconnect the device and try again.. Toggle debugging off and then on again.. I've done all that and the same message comes up over and over again

[@WokingYarn]

Same here

[@nicolebassett1771]

I followed instructions, but could not add downloader due to low storage😢 FireTv won't allow me to remove apps or add apps???

[@cwtek1]

You will need to factory reset your stick and set it up from scratch!

[@dimples1150]

I tried downloading the app 8 times but it keeps saying error and won't let me download it? :( Bummer because this feevee sucks and freezes my TV and other apps SMH

[@cwtek1]

Please see the description of this video for more information.

[@chrisholland7889]

Cheers chris

[@cwtek1]

You're welcome. If you haven't done so already please don't forget to subscribe to my KZbin Channel, its Free and easy to do so and you will find out about all my latest videos.

[@user-pn4cu9zx8h]

Do you know how to remove Amazon photos?

[@cwtek1]

See if you can find it in the list shown in this video and if you can find it try and remove it the same way.

[@MikeVan-de-Cappelle]

Hi lifesaver did everything you said and then after to get plaster to run it says Shell Busy another device is accessing shell I also rebooted same and toogled debugging off and then on unknown sources is also on. Any ideas using fire 156.7.0.3 (NS6703/5183) dated 12/05/24

[@neillim3457]

I followed your instructions, and it did not work, message "please wait" the "allow USB debugging. never showed please help

[@cwtek1]

Please restart your device and try again, this normally solves that problem.

[@neillim3457]

@cwtek1 it worked. It did remove the apps, and it still says please wait The "allow USB DEBUGGING PAGE NEVER APPEAR but when I go back to check, the apps are gone!! I do have a stubborn app that won't go away. It's the Amazon shopping app. Do you have any ideas?

[@cwtek1]

@@neillim3457 I am glad it worked, unfortunately not sure about that app.

[@TBird-TN]

Cannot remove prime video. Says shell is busy?

[@cwtek1]

Unfortunately Amazon have blocked ADB Commands from being run locally on the device at the moment, so this is not working at present, I am hoping they will remove the block soon.

[@KingaaaNinja00]

My device has frozen and now just the firetv logo appears during boot up, please advise.

[@cwtek1]

There is a large number of devices doing this at present we think this is due to updates pushed out by Amazon. Please see this video for more details ⚠️ Warning: Amazon Update Bricks Firesticks - Firesticks Stuck on Fire TV Logo! ⚠️ kzbin.info/www/bejne/hKGbp6yum7qZaKs

[@stevendone5493]

I’ve got debater app on firestick but when I try to use it I get message saying shell is busy and toggle off and on adb debugging . Also after I’ve downloaded debater app it doesn’t show in my fire tv section at all . I’ve restarted firestick but still doesn’t work ? Any suggestion?

[@tristanprotokoll]

Show me problem with parsing

[@cwtek1]

Please try restarting your stick and then try installing again!

[@tonyhancock4258]

Worked!!!

[@cwtek1]

I am glad it worked! If you haven't done so already please don't forget to subscribe to my KZbin Channel, its Free and easy to do so and you will find out about all my latest videos.

[@tonyhancock4258]

@@cwtek1 I'm having problems downloading stuff to my DirecTV in terms of songs and videos. Silk dont let me save anything, how can I get chrome? Tried the yt methods but it says parsing was unsuccessful. I'm thinking it's my slow internet which is barely 0.5 mb. Any help much appreciated. Thank you.

[@n1kkri]

are you really removing the app or just preventing it from loading on power up, meaning the app is still on the stick taking up storage?

[@cwtek1]

After I rebooted I noticed space was freed up.

[@johnanthony6742]

Interesting thing happened after I deleted freevee ! The app still showed on the screen but when I hit it suddenly it disappeared

[@cwtek1]

Yes the Amazon Video app does stay on screen but wont open if you try to open it!

[@anthonyrochon3907]

I have 2nd gen firestick. Only one app is has same title.

[@cwtek1]

I am not sure if this will work on that firestick.

[@mychael127]

I got a parcel error trying to load

[@cwtek1]

Please try restarting your Stick and then try again!

[@mychael127]

I did a restart and tried installing it again and I got the parse error again. I tried installing the other apps with no issue. Sorry for the questions

[@cwtek1]

@@mychael127 I can only assume your firestick is not compatible with this app I’m afraid.

[@Carguy0882]

Everytime I try to download it says there was a problem parsing the package. Wtf is that?!

[@cwtek1]

This will only work on fireos 7 if you have this try restarting your stick.

[@n1kkri]

if successful removing Prime has anyone noticed additional storage available after the removable?

[@cwtek1]

I did myself.

[@michaellux5849]

My stick is tell me a device is using Shell. What’s that mean?

[@mrsafe4817]

Trouble parsing the file?

[@cwtek1]

Try restarting your device and try again.

[@jezwaters2773]

Every time I re start. Check off the apps. Highlight and Press the play button on deblot. I get the message. Shell is busy. Just cannot get to the next stage. Any ideas anyone. Please

[@jezwaters2773]

Apologies. I have found a similar message from another guy. It appears Amazon are forcing people to have what they don't want. Way of the world atm.

[@drclocks3133]

Im getting shell os busy... 😢

[@phos4usredeemer]

Don’t have the IMDB files on firestick 4k max…

[@yungezzy]

my freevee app wont open, what should i do???

[@cwtek1]

I think you will need to make sure you do not have a VPN switched on, make sure you are in a country that Freevee is officially available, if its still not working then try clearing the cache and data for freevee by going to settings, applications then manage installed applications then find freevee in the list. If it still doesn't work then the next thing to try is to factory reset your firestick!

[@waynebrodie5634]

Hi this does not work is there any updates?

[@shedboy18]

Parse error message?

[@cwtek1]

Which generation stick do you have?

[@mikemedina1585]

Mine is saying shell is busy say

[@mikeoconnell44]

Won't let me download this app, parse error

[@cwtek1]

Please try restarting your stick and try again!

[@lynnnakita58]

I deleted it. Tried getting in couldn’t it was gone... But the next day it was back installed I’m confused.. same with Amazon kids…

[@cwtek1]

Sometimes an update will reinstall it!

[@Lex66MD]

I get a Parse Error when I try to download your app

[@cwtek1]

Please try restarting your fire stick by holding down the middle button on your remote control whilst also holding the play pause button and tell it says the device is shutting down. Let the device restart and then try installing again.

[@m0o0o0o0k]

I'm getting an error when i try to click the play button in the debloat tool that says: Shell is busy Another device is accessing Shell, disconnect the device and try again

[@mikemedina1585]

Following mine says the same

[@antoniocrawley]

Didn't work for me and followed all steps ,3rd gen

[@cwtek1]

Perhaps try again.

[@carlossantiago5430]

Hi My name is Carlos Debloat Toolbox is not working we you help me please

[@Rembie]

Don’t work won’t download the sticking plaster Just keeps saying fail Could not parce it

[@josephcaccone2028]

I thought it would save space it just hides them

[@cwtek1]

It does actually remove them, try restarting the stick or cube after removing and see if that frees more space.

[@eddiev9547]

The apps are gone but didnt change my storage 😢

[@cwtek1]

I am sorry to hear that.

[@DAM02K12]

What is the point of Freevee if doesn't even work

[@cwtek1]

All the more reason to remove it from your device!

[@AngieGladman]

Doesn't work on the 4k max

[@stevesmith1764]

Cant download it just says connecting

[@jsane8647]

I typed in the numbers and nothing comes up

[@fatimacontes1592]

Did not work for the same reason I couldn't remove the AMAZON KIDS. Someone else has the same problem with the ADB bugging.

[@lyncoburn5876]

This is b.s. it does not work I still have the apps and they open. Plus I didn't get that little dialog page after you checked all those boxes and hit the upper far right ▶️. It did not go to the place that you went. Mine went back to the debugging on/off option.😡😡🤬

[@GreatDayEveryone]

Well, here's a new twist, Freevee is back. When I check debloater, I don't see IMDB but I do see living room. So I selected it and hit play/execute in debloater. But it says, "no task to run". Then says, "please wait", then nothing and living room is still there. I'll try to reboot the Firestick just in case

[@cwtek1]

I am sorry to hear that, unfortunately an update may have temporarily stopped this tool from working!

[@johnsnow7836]

Is your ADB debugging still active ? As Amazon have removed it on an update maybe this is why

[@cwtek1]

@@johnsnow7836Unfortunately an update has blocked it, I am hoping they might reverse the decision to block ADB.

[@johnmarvesley1355]

All I get is shell is busy.

[@jk3521]

Prime Video keeps on coming back and the toolbox check marks disappear.

[@cwtek1]

It’s possibly Amazon might reinstall it after certain updates.

[@ronsmith9883]

Doesn’t work ,tick boxes ,automatically uncheckes

[@cwtek1]

Some of them will do but it still removes the features.

[@michaeljackman280]

​@@cwtek1No it doesn't

[@cwtek1]

@@michaeljackman280 It removed them for me.

[@johnsnow7836]

With Amazn removing ADB debugging this will not be possible, if you still have yours you won’t for long

[@cwtek1]

Unfortunately Amazon have blocked ADB Commands from being run locally on the device at the moment, so this is not working at present, I am hoping they will remove the block soon.

[@normy812]

App not installed

[@cwtek1]

This only works on Fireos 7

[@edwardquayle2373]

KEEP,S COMING UP SHELL BUSY ANOTHER DEVICE IS ACCESSING SHELL.DOES NOT WORK.

[@GeraldWilhelmBradenComposer]

I don't want to get rid of Prime Video, I just want to get rid of Freevee. How do I do that?

[@cwtek1]

Follow this video and ignore the part regarding prime video.

[@terryburke7542]

Won’t download

[@cwtek1]

Please try restarting your stick and try downloading again.

[@ndiaz181]

This did not work for me sorry

[@cwtek1]

Unfortunately Amazon have now blocked this on certain firesticks.

[@ElroyHickman]

When I hit the play button I don’t see allow USB Debugging I must be doing something wrong lol

[@cwtek1]

Did it work without the usb debugging, if not then make sure you restart your device and make sure USB debugging is switched on.

[@ElroyHickman]

I got it right today thanks

[@jce13jce]

I get a please wait box instead and it wotks

[@gator1dl]

I don't have room to download Downloader because freeve takes up so much fkng space

[@cwtek1]

Get a 2nd Gen 4k max when its next on special its well worth it for the extra space.

[@broker379]

Freebee wasnt in the list

[@WarrenLee-o2c]

This did not work!

[@cwtek1]

I am sorry to hear that, not sure why that is but I cant really help as you have not given us any information to go on!

[@susieq54]

@@cwtek1I followed ur instructions but when I clicked ‘play’ , it doesn’t give me the same message u show in ur video. It says, please wait but then reverts to the same screen & 3 of the first 5 Prime Video ticks have been removed🤷🏼‍♀️

[@cwtek1]

@@susieq54 please try restarting your device and try again.

[@Joywith3LastNames]

Slow down. I have FireOS 6 Debloater and the toolbox is completely different.

[@cwtek1]

Have you tried downloading this toolbox?