Jailbreaking is the process of unlocking the restrictions of a device to install apps that are not available in the device’s app store. However, jailbreak cannot be done on all Hisense TV models. Only the Hisense TV models that run on Android TV OS, Google TV OS, and Fire TV OS support the sideloading of apps. Before proceeding into the steps, make sure to connect the Hisense TV to WiFi with strong Internet bandwidth.
Steps to Jailbreak Hisense Smart TV Via Downloader
You can jailbreak your Hisense Smart TV and install third-party apps using the Downloader app.
1. Once you turn on the TV, move to the home screen and go to the App Store. The location of the app store might be different based on your Hisense TV OS. Refer to the article on how to download apps on Hisense TV and know the steps.
2. Click the search bar on the App Store and look for the Downloader app. Remember, the Downloader app is available only on Hisense Android TV, Hisense Google TV, and Hisense Fire TV.
3. From the search suggestions, select the Downloader app and hit Install to get the app on your Hisense TV.
4. Next, you need to give permission to Downloader to install apps from unknown sources. To do it, go through the following steps based on your Hisense TV OS.
- If you use a Hisense Fire TV model, move to Settings and hit My Fire TV. Then, tap the Developer Options and select Install Unknown Apps. Finally, toggle on Downloader.
- If your Hisense TV runs on Android OS, tap the Settings icon and select Device Preferences. Select Security and Restrictions and click the Unknown Sources option. Then, select Downloader from the list and turn it on.
- For Hisense Google TVs, navigate to Settings and select the System option. Tap the Developer Options and turn on the toggle. Then, go back to Settings, select Apps, and hit Security and Restrictions. Next, tap Unknown Sources and turn on Downloader.
5. Once you have enabled the necessary settings, go back to the home screen and launch the Downloader app.
6. Click the Home option and enter the APK URL of the app that you want to sideload. Then, tap Go to download the APK file of the app.
7. Once the APK file is downloaded, hit Install to install the app on your Hisense TV. Once done, start using the app on your Hisense TV.
Can I Jailbreak Hisense TV using a USB Flash Drive?
Yes. You can jailbreak and sideload apps on compatible Hisense TVs using a USB Flash Drive. First, connect the USB drive to your PC. Next, on your PC’s browser, download the APK file of the required app and copy the file to the USB drive.
On your Hisense TV, install any File Manager app from the TV’s app store. Then, enable the Install Unknown Apps option for the File Manager app from your TV settings. Now, connect the USB drive into the USB port on your Hisense TV. Open the File Manager app on your Hisense TV and find the APK file of the app. Select the APK file and hit Install to download the app on your Hisense TV.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can screen mirror, cast, or AirPlay the apps on Hisense TV models that do not support sideloading.
Yes. Sideloading apps on your Hisense TV is safe if you download APK files from any reliable sources. However, if you want to perform deeper modifications on its core software, jailbreaking is not safe and is recommended. Doing so may also void the warranty provided by the TV manufacturer.
