Sign in to Peacock on Apple TV in three steps

To watch Peacock on Apple TV, you need to sign in with your Peacock account. The process takes about five minutes and works the same way whether you pay for Peacock separately or through an Apple TV bundle. Open the Peacock app on your Apple TV device, select "Sign In", enter your email address and password, and you're done. If you don't have a Peacock account yet, you can create one directly in the app before signing in.

The sign-in method depends on whether your Apple TV is a newer model (4th generation or later, released 2015 onward) or an older one. Newer models use the standard email-and-password method. Older Apple TV devices may require you to visit a web link on another device to complete sign-in, because the older remote doesn't have a keyboard.

Key Takeaways

  • Open the Peacock app on your Apple TV, select "Sign In", and enter the email and password for your Peacock account.
  • If you subscribed to Peacock through an Apple TV bundle, use the same email address you used to set up your Apple TV account.
  • Older Apple TV models (3rd generation and earlier) require you to visit a web link on a phone or computer to complete sign-in.
  • Once you sign in, Peacock remembers your account on that device, and you won't need to sign in again unless you sign out manually.

What you need before you sign in

You need a Peacock account and the email address and password associated with it. If you subscribed to Peacock as part of an Apple TV bundle, your Peacock account was created automatically when you set up your Apple TV subscription. The email address tied to your Peacock account is usually the same one you use for your Apple ID, but not always — check your Apple account settings if you're unsure.

Have your password ready. If you don't remember it, you can reset it on the Peacock website before you start, which is faster than resetting it through the Apple TV app. Go to peacock.com, select "Sign In", then "Forgot Password", and follow the steps to reset it by email.

Sign in on a newer Apple TV (4th generation and later)

Plug in your Apple TV and turn it on. From the home screen, find and open the Peacock app. If you don't see it, go to the App Store, search for Peacock, and read it first.

Once the app opens, you'll see a "Sign In" button on the welcome screen. Select it. The app will ask for your email address — use the one tied to your Peacock account. Type it in using the on-screen keyboard or by speaking into your Siri Remote if your model supports voice input.

After you enter your email, the app will ask for your password. Type it the same way. Once you submit both, the app will sign you in and take you to the home screen. Your account stays signed in on that device until you manually sign out.

Sign in on an older Apple TV (3rd generation or earlier)

Older Apple TV remotes don't have a keyboard, so the sign-in process works differently. Open the Peacock app on your Apple TV. When you see the "Sign In" screen, select it. The app will display a code and a web address — usually something like peacock.com/set up.

On your phone, tablet, or computer, go to the web address shown on your TV screen. Enter the code that appears on your Apple TV into the website. Then sign in with your Peacock email and password on the website. Once you complete sign-in on the web, your Apple TV will automatically sign in and take you to the home screen.

This method is slower than typing directly into the app, but it works reliably. Keep the code visible on your TV screen until you've entered it on the website.

What to do if sign-in fails

If you see an error message, the most common cause is an incorrect email or password. Double-check both — passwords are case-sensitive, and spaces or extra characters will cause sign-in to fail. If you're not sure about your password, reset it on peacock.com before trying again on your Apple TV.

If your email and password are correct but sign-in still fails, restart your Apple TV. Unplug it for 30 seconds, plug it back in, and wait for it to fully boot up. Then open the Peacock app and try signing in again. If the problem persists, check that your Apple TV is connected to the internet — go to Settings, then Network, and confirm you see a connected network.

If you subscribed to Peacock through an Apple TV bundle and you're having trouble, make sure you're using the email address tied to your Apple ID. Some users have multiple email addresses and sign in with the wrong one. Check your Apple account settings to confirm which email is primary.

Sign out and switch accounts

To sign out of Peacock on your Apple TV, open the app, go to your account menu (usually in the top right or in Settings), and select "Sign Out". This removes your account from that device. You'll need to sign in again the next time you want to watch.

If you want to switch to a different Peacock account on the same Apple TV, sign out first, then sign in with the other account's email and password. Only one account can be signed in at a time on a single Apple TV device.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a separate Peacock account if I have an Apple TV bundle?

No. When you subscribe to Peacock through an Apple TV bundle, Peacock creates an account for you automatically. You sign in with the email address tied to your Apple ID. You don't need to create a second account or pay separately.

What if I forgot my Peacock password?

Go to peacock.com, select "Sign In", then "Forgot Password". Enter the email address for your Peacock account, and Peacock will send you a reset link. Click the link in your email, create a new password, and then sign in on your Apple TV with the new password.

Can I use the same Peacock account on multiple Apple TV devices?

Yes. Sign in with the same email and password on each Apple TV. Your account works on all of them, though only one device can stream at a time depending on your Peacock plan.

Why does my older Apple TV ask me to visit a web address to sign in?

Older Apple TV remotes don't have keyboards, so the app can't accept typed passwords directly. The web-based sign-in method lets you enter your password on a device that has a keyboard, then your Apple TV automatically signs in.