Hey there! Looking to start streaming Peacock TV but need some help getting it set up? Not to worry, I’ll walk you through how to activate Peacock TV on your smart TV, streaming device, phone or tablet.
What is Peacock TV?
Peacock TV is NBCUniversal’s exclusive streaming service featuring hit shows like The Office, Yellowstone, Modern Family, popular movies like John Wick, and even live sports. Over 44 million people use Peacock to stream their favorite entertainment.
Devices Supported
Peacock works on a ton of devices. Here’s a quick list:
- Roku
- Fire TV
- Apple TV
- Android TV/Google TV
- LG Smart TV
- VIZIO SmartCast TVs
- Xfinity Flex
- Xfinity X1
- PlayStation 4 and 5
- Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S
You can also watch Peacock on your iPhone, iPad, Android phone/tablet and computer browsers like Chrome, Firefox, Microsoft Edge and Safari.
Pretty much anything with a screen can run Peacock!
How to Activate Peacock TV at peacocktv.com/activate
Activating Peacock only takes a few minutes. You’ll need to:
- Install the app on your device
- Get an activation code inside the Peacock app
- Visit Peacock’s website to enter the code
Below I’ll cover how it works on Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV, Android TVs and phones step-by-step.
Activate Peacock on Roku
- Press the Home button and go to Streaming Channels
- Search for Peacock
- Select Peacock > Add Channel to install
- Open the Peacock app
- Write down the activation code on screen
- Visit peacocktv.com/activate on your phone or computer
- Enter the code and select Continue
- Sign in with your Peacock account
And you’re all set! Enjoy Peacock on your Roku.
peacocktv.com/activate on Amazon Fire TV
Here’s how to get Peacock up and running on your Fire TV Stick, Fire TV Cube or Fire TV Edition television:
- Go to the Fire TV home screen
- Search for Peacock
- Select Peacock > Get to install
- Launch the Peacock app
- Copy the activation code from your TV
- Go to peacocktv.com/activate on another device
- Enter the code and tap Continue
- Sign in to your Peacock account
Now you can stream to your heart’s content!
Activate Peacock on Android TV
If you have an Android smart TV like Sony, TCL or Hisense, here are the steps:
- Open the Google Play Store
- Search for Peacock
- Select Peacock > Install
- Open the Peacock app
- Note down the activation code on screen
- Visit peacocktv.com/activate on your phone or computer
- Punch in the code and click Continue
- Enter your Peacock login email and password
You’ll now be signed in to Peacock on your Android TV.
Activate on iPhone/iPad or Android Phone
Watching Peacock on the go is easy on both iPhone/iPad and Android devices:
- Download the Peacock app from the App Store or Play Store
- Open Peacock and sign in with your account
- Start streaming!
And that’s all there is to it! The mobile apps don’t require an activation code.
Troubleshooting Tips
Stuck entering your activation code? Try these troubleshooting tips:
- Double check the code – make sure you entered it correctly -Codes expire after a few minutes – request a new one if needed
- Don’t close the activation screen on your TV until done
Still having issues? Reach out to Peacock customer support for assistance activating.
I hope this guide helped explain how to easily activate Peacock TV across all your devices! Now kick back and start streaming your favorite shows. 📺