ES File Explorer has introduced a “Premium” version of their popular application that will cost users $9.99/month. This new version will require payment to use any of the following features:
Side-loading applications
Use of Video Player
Unlimited File Downloads
Professional File Analysis
File Cleaning
Zip File Extraction
ES File Explorer has been used by tech-junkies and cord-cutters for years without payment. However, this new update will require a $9.99/month fee to access these “premium” features.

This application is available for installation on tons of devices including the Amazon Firestick which is the most popular streaming device available today. Many used the app for cleaning and managing files within their device.
If you install ES File Explorer through the Amazon App Store, you will be greeted by the following screen:

Users will have the ability to test a 7-day Free Trial prior to purchasing the app for $9.99/month. Once your free trial is up, you will be automatically charged for the first month.
While this app is a great tool for managing files and content within your device, it’s most popular feature was the ability to side-load 3rd party applications that are not available in the Amazon App Store.
With this now being a premium feature that requires payment, many are left without a way to download these apps to their favorite device.
Luckily, there are a few things we can do to use ES File Explorer and side-load applications!

What You Can Do

If you are a cord-cutter who still wants to enjoy the ability to side-load files and applications to your device, there is an alternative.
TROYPOINT’s Downloader application will allow you to install 3rd party applications with the click of a button. Using Downloader is the fastest way to side-load thousands of applications to your device and is always FREE.
How To Install Downloader on Firestick/Fire TV
How To Install Downloader on Android TV Box
If you still want to use ES File Explorer and it’s features, there is another option.
Users can enjoy all the features of ES File Explorer Pro with a modded version of the app that can be installed on all devices. This can be installed through Downloader using the guide below:
How to Install and Use ES File Explorer on Firestick/Fire TV/Android
NOTE: KODIFIREIPTVdoes not host any applications including ES File Explorer. This app is hosted on archive.org and available via their website.
Of course, all the best applications including Downloader, ES File Explorer, and more are all available in the KODIFIREIPTVApp via Rapid App Installer.
The Rapid App Installer will allow you to install all the most popular applications with the click of a button for FREE.

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What are your thoughts on ES File Explorer now charging for full use of it’s application? Do you have any suggestions for other File Explorers that you use? Let us know in the comment section below!