Change Your Peacock Password in Three Steps

To change your Peacock password, sign into your account on the Peacock website or app, go to Account Settings, select Password, enter your current password, type your new password twice, and click Save. The process takes about two minutes and works the same way whether you use a web browser or the mobile app.

You will need to know your current password to make this change. If you have forgotten it, you can use the "Forgot Password" link on the login screen instead — that process sends a reset link to your email address.

Key Takeaways

  • You can change your password from any device by signing into your Peacock account and navigating to Account Settings.
  • Your new password must be at least eight characters long and should include a mix of uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols for security.
  • If you forget your current password, use the "Forgot Password" option on the login screen to reset it by email instead of trying to change it.
  • After you save a new password, you will remain signed in on that device, but you may need to sign in again on other devices.
  • Changing your password does not affect any of your saved shows, watchlist, or viewing history.

Step-by-Step Instructions for Web Browsers

Open Peacock in your web browser and sign in with your email address and current password. Once you are on the home page, look for your profile icon in the top right corner of the screen — it usually shows your initials or a generic profile picture. Click on it to open a dropdown menu.

Select Account Settings from the dropdown. On the Account Settings page, find the Password section on the left side menu. Click on it to expand the password change form. Enter your current password in the first field, then type your new password in the second field. Type it again in the third field to confirm it matches. Click the Save button at the bottom of the form.

A confirmation message will appear on screen saying your password has been changed. You can now close this page or continue using Peacock. Your new password takes effect when ready.

Changing Your Password on the Peacock Mobile App

Open the Peacock app on your phone or tablet and sign in if you are not already logged in. Tap the profile icon in the bottom right corner of the screen — it looks like a circle with your initials or a generic silhouette. This opens your profile menu.

Tap Account Settings from the menu options. Scroll down to find the Password section. Tap on it to open the password change screen. Enter your current password, then type your new password twice to confirm it. Tap Save or Update depending on which version of the app you have.

The app will show a confirmation message. Close the settings screen and return to watching. Your new password is now active on all devices where you use Peacock.

Password Requirements and Security Tips

Peacock requires passwords to be at least eight characters long. For the strongest security, use a combination of uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and special characters like exclamation marks or dollar signs. Avoid using the same password across multiple accounts, and do not use personal information like your birth date or pet's name.

If you use the same password on multiple streaming services or websites, changing your Peacock password is a good time to update those others as well. A unique password for each account means that if one service is breached, your other accounts remain protected.

What Happens After You Change Your Password

You will stay signed in on the device where you made the change. On other devices — such as a tablet, smart TV, or another phone — you may be signed out automatically. When you try to use Peacock on those devices, you will see a login screen asking for your email and password. Sign in with your new password and you will be back in your account.

Changing your password does not delete your watchlist, saved shows, viewing history, or any other account data. Everything you had before the change will still be there when you sign back in.

If You Forgot Your Current Password

Go to the Peacock login page and click Forgot Password instead of trying to sign in. Enter the email address associated with your Peacock account. Peacock will send a password reset link to that email within a few minutes. Check your inbox and spam folder if you do not see it right away.

Click the link in the email to open the password reset page. Create a new password following the eight-character minimum rule, then click Reset Password. You can now sign in with your new password on any device. This process does not require you to know your old password.

Troubleshooting Common Password Change Problems

If you see an error message saying your password is too weak, make sure it is at least eight characters long and includes a mix of uppercase and lowercase letters. Numbers and symbols make passwords stronger, though Peacock may not require them.

If the Save button does not respond after you enter your password, try refreshing the page or closing and reopening the app. Make sure you have entered your current password correctly in the first field — if it is wrong, the form will not submit. If you are still stuck, sign out completely and sign back in with your current password to confirm it is correct, then try changing it again.

If you are changing your password on a mobile app and it seems to hang, close the app completely and reopen it. Sometimes the app needs to refresh to process the change. On web browsers, try clearing your browser cache or using a different browser if the change does not go through.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to sign in again on all my devices after changing my password?

Not when ready. You will stay signed in on the device where you made the change. On other devices, you may be signed out automatically within a few hours or days, depending on your account settings. When that happens, straightforward sign in again with your new password.

Can I change my password if I am using a social media login like Google or Facebook?

If you signed up for Peacock through Google, Facebook, or Apple, you do not have a Peacock password to change. Instead, you change the password for that social media account directly. To set up a separate Peacock password, go to Account Settings and look for a "Create Password" option, which lets you add a password independent of your social login.

How often should I change my Peacock password?

There is no rule requiring you to change it on a schedule. Change it if you think someone else knows it, if you used the same password on another service that was breached, or if you have not changed it in over a year. Changing it occasionally is a good security habit.

Will changing my password affect my family members' access to Peacock?

No. Changing your account password does not affect other profiles on your account or other people who have their own Peacock accounts. If family members share your account and are signed in on their devices, they will be signed out and will need to sign back in with the new password.

What if I change my password and then forget the new one?

Use the "Forgot Password" link on the login screen. Peacock will send a reset link to your email address, and you can create another new password. You can reset your password as many times as you need.