Alex Ruben
How To Uninstall the Amazon Prime Video App on Your Google TV Streamer 4K
If you’re tired of having the Amazon Prime Video app hogging space or causing some weird glitches, removing it might be a good move. Sometimes the app just doesn’t behave, or maybe you just wanna tidy up the home screen. Whatever the reason, it’s pretty straightforward, but Google TV and Android TV don’t always make this obvious. Especially if your remote is old or the menus have been updated – kind of frustrating. So here’s a couple of methods that usually work, whether you’re rocking Android TV OS 14, 15, or even earlier versions. Expect to free up some storage or fix app issues, and maybe even speed up your streaming setup.
How to Uninstall Amazon Prime Video from Google TV or Chromecast with Google TV
Method 1: Uninstall via the Apps Tab
This is kinda the default way people try first. It’s quick if you can access the app list easily. Done right, it should remove the app almost instantly, freeing space and clearing clutter. Sometimes, on certain setups, this method doesn’t work the first time — probably a bug or a hiccup in the UI — but a reboot or trying again fixes it.
- With your Voice Search Remote (or any remote you’ve got), hover over the Apps section on your home screen. Usually, it’s under the main menu or in the “Apps” row.
- Scroll till you find Amazon Prime Video. It’s usually in alphabetical order or might be sitting with the other streaming apps.
- Highlight it, then press and hold the OK button. A little menu pops up – sometimes, it might just open the app, but if you’re lucky, you’ll see options like App Info.
- Select View Details. If you don’t see it immediately, you might need to go into app info via the long-press menu or select the gear icon.
- On the new screen, look for the Uninstall button. It’s usually at the bottom or near the top right.
- Once you click it, confirm your choice when prompted. Voilà, the app gets removed.
Heads up: On some setups, this doesn’t delete the app immediately. You might need to restart your Google TV device or go back into the apps menu to make sure it’s gone. Also, on certain devices, you might need administrator privileges or turn off any app restrictions to uninstall apps.
Method 2: Uninstall via Settings
This one feels more “deep dive” but is reliable. If the first method fails, going through the system settings often does the trick. It’s like forcing your device to forget about that app. It’s also the way to go if you want to clear caches or data before uninstalling — handy if app crashes are the reason you want it gone.
- From the home screen, navigate to the Settings icon, usually found in the top right corner or under the gear symbol.
- Select Apps from the menu. Sometimes, it’s tucked under Device Preferences or a similar category.
- Tap on See All Apps or Manage Installed Apps — depends on your TV version.
- Scroll through and find Amazon Prime Video.
- Tap on it and go to the app info page.
- Press the Uninstall button. Don’t worry if it doesn’t seem to do anything at first – sometimes, you need to confirm twice.
- Confirm by selecting OK, and the app should disappear.
If it doesn’t work immediately, try restarting your Google TV. Sometimes the system lags in updating app states, and a reboot makes everything sync up better. Also, if there’s a persistent issue, check for software updates in Settings > System > About > Software Update. Keeping stuff current helps avoid bugs blocking uninstalls.
Extra Tips & Common Issues
Sometimes apps just won’t uninstall, or maybe they come back after a reboot. That’s kinda weird, but here’s what else to try:
- Make sure your device is updated to the latest Android TV OS version — updates often patch bugs with app management.
- If uninstalling won’t stick, try clearing app data first: Settings > Apps > Amazon Prime Video > Clear Data. Then attempt uninstalling again.
- Reset your device’s cache by going into Settings > Storage > Clear Cache. Sometimes, system cache messes with app removal.
- In some cases, the app is set as a system app (especially if you rooted or had a custom ROM). That’s trickier. Might need rooting or special tools like Winhance or ADB commands.
Wrap-up
Removing Amazon Prime Video from your Google TV isn’t super complicated once you figure out where to look. Both methods — via the app list or the system settings — work most of the time. If the app stubbornly refuses to go, a quick restart or clearing cache/data can help. Just keep in mind, uninstalling the app won’t delete your Amazon account or Prime subscriptions, so no worries there. It’s mainly about freeing up space or troubleshooting app issues.
Summary
- Navigate to Apps or Settings > Apps
- Find Amazon Prime Video
- Choose Uninstall
- Confirm the removal
- Restart if needed