Change Your Password From Your Account Settings

To change your Peacock password, sign into your account on a web browser or the Peacock app, go to your account settings, and select the password option. The process takes about two minutes and works the same way whether you're on a phone, tablet, or computer. You'll need your current password to create a new one.

Start by opening Peacock on the device you use most often. If you're on a web browser, click the profile icon in the top right corner. On the mobile app, tap the profile icon at the bottom of the screen. Look for "Account" or "Settings" — the exact wording depends on whether you're using the website or app, but both lead to the same place.

Once you're in your account area, find the option labeled "Password" or "Change Password." Click or tap it, and Peacock will ask you to enter your current password first. This is a security step to make sure you're really the account owner. Type it in exactly as you set it — passwords are case-sensitive, meaning capital and lowercase letters matter.

Key Takeaways

  • You can change your password from any device by signing in, opening account settings, and selecting the password option.
  • Peacock requires your current password before you can create a new one, so have it ready.
  • Your new password should be at least 8 characters long and include a mix of letters, numbers, and symbols for security.
  • If you forget your current password, use the "Forgot Password" link on the login screen instead of trying to change it from settings.
  • Changes take effect when ready, and you'll stay signed in on the device you used to make the change.

Create a Strong New Password

After you enter your current password, Peacock will ask you to type your new password twice. The first box is where you enter it; the second box confirms you typed it correctly. If the two don't match, Peacock won't let you proceed — this prevents typos from locking you out.

Make your new password at least 8 characters long and mix in uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols like ! or @. Avoid using your name, username, or anything from your profile. Don't reuse a password you've used before on Peacock or other accounts. A password manager like Bitwarden or 1Password can generate and store a strong password for you if you don't want to create one yourself.

Once you've typed your new password twice and it matches, click or tap the "Save" or "Update" button. Peacock will confirm that your password has been changed. You'll stay signed in on that device, but the next time you sign in on another device, you'll use the new password.

What Happens After You Change Your Password

Your new password takes effect right away. On the device where you made the change, you'll stay logged in and won't need to sign in again. On any other device where you're currently signed into Peacock — a phone, tablet, computer, or streaming device — you'll stay signed in for now, but the next time you sign out or your session expires, you'll need to use your new password to sign back in.

If you share your Peacock account with family members, they'll need to know the new password if they sign in on their own devices. If you want to sign them out of all devices at once (for example, if someone else knows your old password), look for an option like "Sign Out Everywhere" or "Sign Out of All Devices" in your account settings. This forces everyone to sign in again with the new password.

If You Forgot Your Current Password

If you can't remember your current password, you can't change it from the settings menu — Peacock requires the old one first. Instead, go to the Peacock login page and click "Forgot Password." Enter the email address connected to your account, and Peacock will send you a link to reset your password.

Check your email inbox for a message from Peacock. The reset link usually arrives within a few minutes, but check your spam or junk folder if you don't see it. Click the link in the email, and you'll be taken to a page where you can create a new password without needing the old one. After you set your new password, you can sign back into Peacock right away.

Changing Your Password on Different Devices

The steps are slightly different depending on whether you're using a web browser, the Peacock app on a phone or tablet, or a streaming device like Roku or Apple TV. On a computer or phone browser, you'll see a profile icon in the top right or bottom corner — tap it and look for "Account" or "Settings." On the Peacock mobile app, the profile icon is at the bottom of the screen.

On a streaming device like Roku, Fire Stick, or Apple TV, you usually can't change your password directly from the device. Instead, sign into your Peacock account on a web browser or phone app, make the change there, and then sign out of the streaming device. When you sign back in, use your new password. This extra step exists because streaming devices don't have keyboards, making it harder to type a new password safely.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

The most common mistake is typing your new password differently in the two boxes. If the passwords don't match exactly — even by one letter or number — Peacock won't accept them. Read what you typed carefully, or copy and paste if your device allows it. Another mistake is forgetting that passwords are case-sensitive: "Password" and "password" are two different things to Peacock.

Don't change your password and then when ready sign out of all your devices unless you're sure you remember the new one. If you sign out everywhere and then forget the new password, you'll be locked out and have to use the "Forgot Password" option to get back in. Also avoid writing your password down or sharing it in a text message or email — if someone finds that message, they can access your account.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to change my password on every device I use Peacock on?

No. You only change your password once in your account settings, and it works on all devices. You'll stay signed in on devices where you're already logged in, but you'll need the new password the next time you sign in on a different device or after you sign out.

What if I change my password but still can't sign in?

Make sure you're typing the new password exactly as you created it — check for capital letters, numbers, and symbols. If you're still stuck, use the "Forgot Password" link on the login page to reset it again. Also clear your browser's cache or restart the Peacock app, since old login information sometimes gets stuck.

Can I change my password if I use a social media account to sign into Peacock?

If you signed up for Peacock using Facebook, Google, or Apple, you don't have a Peacock password to change. Instead, change the password for that social media account, and the next time you sign into Peacock through that platform, use the new social media password.

How often should I change my Peacock password?

There's no requirement to change it regularly. Change it if you think someone else knows it, if you used the same password on another account that was hacked, or if you haven't changed it in over a year. If you notice unfamiliar activity on your account, change it right away.

Will changing my password affect my saved shows or watchlist?

No. Your password is separate from your account data. Changing it won't delete your saved shows, watchlist, viewing history, or any other information tied to your account.