Connect Peacock to Apple TV in Three Steps

Linking Peacock to Apple TV means you can watch Peacock content directly from the Apple TV app instead of switching between apps. The process takes about five minutes and works on Apple TV devices (4th generation and newer), iPhones, iPads, and Mac computers.

Open the Apple TV app, go to the Search tab, find Peacock, and select "Get" or the cloud icon. You'll be asked to sign in with your Peacock username and password. Once you do, Peacock appears as a channel in your Apple TV app library, and you can start watching when ready.

Key Takeaways

  • You need an active Peacock account (free or paid) before you can link it to Apple TV.
  • The Apple TV app must be updated to the current version for Peacock to appear and work correctly.
  • Linking Peacock to Apple TV does not change your Peacock subscription or cost — it only adds a way to watch.
  • Once linked, Peacock shows up as a channel tile in your Apple TV app, and your watch history syncs across devices.

What You Need Before You Start

You'll need a Peacock account. Peacock offers a free tier with ads and a paid subscription called Peacock Premium. You can create a free account directly in the Peacock app or on Peacock's website if you don't have one yet.

Make sure your Apple TV device is running the latest software. On an Apple TV box, go to Settings > System > Software Updates and check for updates. On an iPhone, iPad, or Mac, update through the App Store or System Settings. The Apple TV app itself should also be current — the App Store will show an "Update" button if a newer version is available.

How to Add Peacock Through the Apple TV App

Open the Apple TV app on your device. Tap or click the Search tab at the bottom of the screen. Type "Peacock" into the search box.

When Peacock appears in the results, select it. You'll see a page with information about the Peacock channel. Look for a button that says "Get" (on devices where you don't have Peacock linked yet) or a cloud icon with a read arrow. Tap or click that button.

The app will ask you to sign in with your Peacock account. Enter your Peacock email address and password. If you have two-factor authentication turned on for your Peacock account, you'll need to complete that step as well. Once you're signed in, Peacock is now linked to your Apple TV app.

Finding Peacock After You Link It

After linking, Peacock appears as a channel tile in your Apple TV app library. On an Apple TV device, you'll see it on the Watch Now tab or in your Channels section. On an iPhone, iPad, or Mac, swipe or scroll to find the Peacock tile among your other channels.

Tap or click the Peacock tile to open the channel. Your watch history and saved shows carry over from any other device where you use Peacock, so you can pick up where you left off.

What to Do If Peacock Doesn't Appear

If you've completed the steps above but don't see Peacock in your Apple TV app, first check that you're signed in to the correct Apple ID on your device. Go to Settings (on Apple TV) or System Settings (on Mac/iPhone/iPad) and confirm your Apple ID account. Peacock links to your Apple ID, so using a different account than the one you used to set up the device can cause it not to show.

Next, force-close the Apple TV app completely and reopen it. On an Apple TV, hold the Menu button on your remote until the app closes. On an iPhone or iPad, swipe up from the bottom of the screen and swipe the Apple TV app away. On a Mac, quit the app from the menu bar. Then open it again and check the Search tab for Peacock.

If Peacock still doesn't appear, restart your device. On an Apple TV, go to Settings > System > Restart. On an iPhone, iPad, or Mac, power off completely and turn it back on. Then try searching for Peacock again.

Unlinking Peacock If You Need To

If you want to remove Peacock from your Apple TV app — for example, if you're canceling your subscription or switching to a different account — you can unlink it. On an Apple TV, go to Settings > Users and Accounts > [Your Account] > Subscriptions, find Peacock, and select "Remove Subscription." On an iPhone, iPad, or Mac, go to Settings (or System Settings) > [Your Name] > Subscriptions, find Peacock, and tap or click "Cancel Subscription" or "Remove."

Unlinking Peacock from Apple TV does not cancel your Peacock account itself — it only removes the channel from your Apple TV app. Your Peacock subscription remains active, and you can still watch through the standalone Peacock app.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to pay extra to link Peacock to Apple TV?

No. Linking Peacock to Apple TV is free and does not change your Peacock subscription cost. You watch the same content you already have access to through your Peacock account — the link just adds another way to view it.

Will my Peacock watch history show on Apple TV?

Yes. Once you link your Peacock account, your watch history, saved shows, and preferences sync across all devices where you use Peacock. If you start watching a show on your phone, you can resume it on Apple TV from where you left off.

Can I link multiple Peacock accounts to one Apple TV?

You can link one Peacock account per Apple ID on the device. If multiple people use the same Apple TV with different Apple IDs, each person can link their own Peacock account to their profile.

What if I forgot my Peacock password?

Go to Peacock.com, click "Sign In," then click "Forgot Password." Enter your email address and follow the reset link Peacock sends you. Once you've reset your password, use the new one when you link Peacock to Apple TV.

Does linking Peacock to Apple TV work on all Apple devices?

Peacock works on Apple TV (4th generation and newer), iPhone, iPad, and Mac. It does not work on Apple Watch. If you have an older Apple TV (3rd generation or earlier), you'll need to use the standalone Peacock app instead.