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Originally Posted by Cinisajoy
I don't think Amazon allows side loaded on the child profile because they can't see what is being sideloaded.
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that is correct. very sure as I researched it. there is a very simple workaround though:
you install an epub reader app e.g. Aldiko, approve that app for use in the child profile, and place your sideloaded books into the app library - onto its shelves.
i'ts only one extra click then to get the books - go to apps , launch app, open book, rather than look for book on the books tab
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Aldiko-Limi.../dp/B004V1XJ6Q
I have this implemented and working. I already owned that reader app, so i did not test with any others on the grand-daughters Kindle Fire tablet.
most epub readers can read several formats, and they will all sideload even if amazon says not compatible. e.g. on my oen Fire tablet I sideloaded both Bookari and Moon + pro, no issues. ( i then installed google services onto that Fire so I can use the google play versions and keep them updated )
on a similar note - you cannot enable amazon prime videos in the child profile, but you can enable the netflix app, set up a netflix kids profile....
the more recent fires will also run the child friendly BBC i -player for Kids, but not the 2012 kindle fires ( the android version is too old for that app )