Peacock TV is NBCUniversal’s new streaming service that gives you access to current shows, movies, and classics from their media library. Getting set up with Peacock only takes a few minutes, and then you can start streaming thousands of hours of entertainment across your devices. Here is a guide to activating Peacock TV on popular platforms:
Peacocktv.com/tv On Your Computer
Whether you have a Windows PC or Mac, activating Peacock TV in your desktop web browser only requires signing up for an account.
1: Click here to sign in on a Peacock account.
- To get an account, go to peacocktv.com/tv
- find “Sign Up” at the top right of the menu bar.
- Write down your login credentials, which should include an email address and a password.
- Supply your postal number and other basic information like date of birth too.
- Agreement with The Terms of Agreement and Privacy Policy is required.
2: Decide on the Subscription category.
Peacock TV offers three subscription tiers: Peacock TV offers three subscription tiers:
- Subscription: Basic 12 months – Access 13,000+ hours of movies, shows, and Peacock channels when ads run. We start with a basic package, which is the backbone of our subscription structure and is set at zero price-point.
- Pro-Level Membership – Take everything described in the previous membership description plus all the NBC and NHL content, for just $4.99/month.
- Premium Plus – The one that gives users an ad-free viewing experience for $9.99/month. Enhance and receive all Peacock content with the ads completely removed.
3: Get Peacock App on Your Devices Now
Download and install the app of Peacock TV on your mobile devices, smart TV, streaming players, or game consoles. Sign in on your account using the Peacock app on each of these devices.
4: Activate a Paid Subscription (Optional)
- If you choose one of the paid Premium tiers, open the Peacock app
- Go to your Account menu, and select “Manage Subscription”.
- Pick between monthly and annual plans for Premium or Premium Plus.
- Complete the payment to unlock full access.
5: Start Streaming Peacock TV
Use the Peacock TV web or mobile apps to start streaming shows, movies, sports, and more based on your subscription plan. Create up to 6 profiles within your account for personalized recommendations.
And that’s it! Sign up on the Peacock TV website, then install and sign in across devices to begin streaming your subscription tier’s included entertainment catalog.
Peacocktv.com/tv on Mobile Devices
- To watch Peacock on the go, download the Peacock TV app on your iOS or Android phone and tablet. You can find the Peacock app in the App Store for iOS devices and the Google Play Store for Android.
- Once installed, open the app and tap “Sign In”. This will prompt you to enter the email and password associated with your Peacock account.
- After signing in with your credentials, Peacock will automatically sync your account status, preferences, and continue playing any shows you were in the middle of.
The mobile app features the same browsing and streaming capabilities as the desktop site. One advantage of the mobile experience is the ability to download select titles for offline viewing when you won’t have an internet connection. This makes Peacock great for plane rides or other transit.
Peacocktv.com/tv On Smart TVs
Peacock TV is available on most major smart TV platforms, including LG, Vizio, and Sony smart TVs. Support for Samsung smart TVs is planned for later this year.
- You can add the Peacock app to compatible smart TVs by scrolling through your TV’s app library or store.
- Once found, select the Peacock TV app icon to install.
- After installation, opening the app will prompt you to either sign in with an existing account or create a new account right on your TV.
- Once signed in, Peacock will remember your account details on that device. You can stream shows and movies in up to 4K resolution where available, taking full advantage of your TV’s display.
The smart TV app also supports profiles, parental controls, and other account-based features.
Peacocktv.com/tv On Streaming Devices
In addition to smart TVs, Peacock TV has apps for most popular streaming devices like Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV, and Google Chromecast. This makes it easy to access Peacock on any TV with one of these streamers connected.
- To add Peacock to streaming devices like Roku or Fire TV, use the device’s app store to search for and install the Peacock TV app.
- You’ll need to sign in or sign up for an account to begin streaming.
- On Apple TV, simply find the Peacock app in the tv OS App Store.
- Chromecast users can cast Peacock TV from their mobile device or computer for big-screen streaming.
- Use the Google Home app on your phone to connect to your Chromecast, then play a title on Peacock and tap the Chromecast icon in the player. This will instantly project Peacock onto your TV.
Activating Your Free or Paid SubscriptionÂ
- Once you’ve created your Peacock account and installed the app on your devices, you may need to activate a subscription to unlock Premium or ad-free streaming.
- The free Peacock tier always works immediately after signing up.
- To upgrade to a paid level, open the Peacock app and tap on your profile icon.
- In the account menu, choose “Manage Subscription” then pick between the Premium and Premium Plus plans.
- You can pay monthly or save over 15% with an annual subscription.
After purchasing a subscription, Peacock may prompt you to reactivate your device with the new access level. Simply close out of the app entirely then relaunch Peacock TV – after a few seconds your full Premium or Premium Plus library will unlock with the expanded catalog.
And that’s it! In just a few minutes you can have Peacock TV streaming across all your devices. Take advantage of profile support to create personalized watchlists for everyone in the family. Peacock adds new movies, shows, and exclusives every month, so there’s always something new to discover.
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