This article provides a step-by-step guide that will show you how to install the Peacock TV App on Firestick/Fire TV, Android, Roku, and iOS devices.
Peacock TV is a streaming service that hosts NBC’s original programming as well as movies, live sports, and much more.
As of this writing, Peacock TV is currently compatible with multiple streaming devices.
- Firestick/Fire TV
- Roku
- iPhone/iPad
- Android devices
- Apple TV
- Chromecast
- Xbox One
- LG Smart TVs
- Vizio Smartcast
- Xfinity Flex 4k
Unfortunately, many customers outside of the United States face issues when trying to download the official Peacock TV Application.
This guide will show you how to sideload the app on Firestick/Fire TV devices and Android TV Devices if you can’t install it from your official app store.
Peacock is gaining popularity as one of the leading Streaming Apps available today.
With a standard plan, you can stream this service on 3 devices simultaneously.
Peacock TV offers three different plans: Free, Peacock Premium, and Peacock Premium Plus.
Peacock Premium is priced at $4.99/month and Peacock Premium Plus at $9.99/month. Both plans also come with a 7-Day Free Trial.
For more information on plan details, pricing, and more, we recommend visiting the official Peacock website.
For those new to Live TV services or IPTV, these streaming services offer live TV channels at a scheduled time delivered over the internet.
To stream live TV, you require a high-speed and stable internet connection, streaming devices like smart TV or Amazon Firestick, and a subscription to a streaming service.
Viewers can enjoy the latest news, sports, sitcoms, and other entertainment channels on an affordable subscription-based service without the need for cable.
If your live TV provider doesn’t offer over-the-air TV networks like CBS, FOX, NBC, ABC, and PBS, you can also set up a digital antenna.
For more details on Live TV (IPTV) apps, services, devices, and more, we highly recommend checking out our IPTV Guide below.
Peacock TV Screenshots
Peacock TV: What is it all about?
NBC has ventured into the premium video streaming service arena with Peacock TV, derived from the network’s lively bird logo, the peacock.
This service will offer numerous programming choices from NBC’s original series and more.
This upcoming subscription-based streaming service will also showcase NBCUniversal’s content along with productions from Dreamworks Animation, Focus Features, Universal Pictures, and its 42 television stations including Telemundo.
Peacock TV has recently included the WWE Network to its lineup, expanding its already extensive offerings.
Installing Peacock on Firestick/Fire TV
There are two ways to install Peacock on Firestick/Fire TV: through the Amazon App Store or sideloading it onto your device.
A recent announcement highlighted that Peacock TV is Now Accessible on Fire TV Devices.
Installing Peacock on Firestick – Amazon App Store
1. Start from the home screen, hover over Find, and then select Search.
2. Search for and select Peacock.
3. Locate and select the Peacock App.
4. Click on Get.
5. You will receive a “Ready to launch” message.
6. Proceed by clicking to open the app.
Enjoy!
Install Peacock on Firestick – Sideload
If you reside outside the US and can’t locate Peacock in your app store, you’ll need to sideload the application.
This guide will offer step-by-step instructions for installing Peacock regardless of your location.
The tool we’ll utilize to install Peacock on Firestick or Android TV is called Downloader, available on all streaming devices.
The subsequent steps will demonstrate how to install Peacock TV on an Amazon Fire TV Stick Lite. These steps are also applicable to any Firestick version and Android TV devices.
Refer to the following steps to install Peacock on Firestick or Fire TV Device:
1. Get the Downloader app from your respective App Store (Amazon App Store or Google Play) and enable Apps from Unknown sources in your streaming device settings.
If you haven’t done this yet, view the screenshot tutorial for a quick walkthrough on this simple process.
How to Install Downloader & Enable Unknown Sources
2. Open Downloader.
3. Click Allow.
4. Click OK.
5. Position your cursor in the URL box and press the OK button on your remote to display the keyboard.
6. Enter the URL exactly as shown here – iptvproviders.info/peacock and click Go
- Important Note: this APK file is not hosted by TROYPOINT. This link is pointing to the installation file hosted at archive.org
7. Wait for the file to download
8. Click Install
9. You are then prompted toPeacock TV is all set with its “Ready to launch” message. You can access the app now and either sign in or sign up for the service to begin your entertainment journey. Enjoy the seamless streaming experience on your Android devices by following the simple installation steps. First, locate and select the Google Play Store on your device’s home screen, then search for “Peacock TV,” click on the app, and hit the “Install” button. Wait for the installation to complete, and then you can start exploring the app for all your favorite content. Additionally, for those facing issues with Google Play, refer to the sideload guide provided above for assistance.
8. Click on the plus icon (+) to include Peacock TV in your Favorites
9. Choose Peacock TV
10. Start the Peacock TV app
11. That’s all! When starting Peacock TV on your Android device, you can either select Sign In or Sign Up to Begin Watching
Installing Peacock on Roku
A recent update indicated that Peacock is Now Accessible on Roku Devices!
This tutorial demonstrates how to install Peacock TV on a Roku Streaming Stick+. The steps are applicable to any Roku model.
1. Go to the search option from the main screen
2. Enter “peacock tv”
3. Click on the first choice
4. Choose Add channel
5. Click OK
6. Return to the home screen and locate your channels
7. Choose Move channel
8. Move and drop Peacock at the top of your Channels list
9. Click to launch the Peacock TV channel
10. That’s it! You have successfully installed the Peacock TV channel on your Roku device. You are then prompted to either Sign up or Sign in with your existing account.
Enjoy! We have included Peacock within our list of Best Roku Channels.
How to Install Peacock TV App on iPhone
1. Open the Apple App Store and select Search on the bottom menu
2. Enter “peacock” within the search bar
3. Locate the Peacock TV app and select GET
4. Click Install
5. Wait a few seconds for the app to install
6. Click Open to launch the app
7. Peacock TV will launch
8. That’s it! You have successfully installed Peacock TV on your iPhone.
How to Register for Peacock TV
Prior to using the Peacock TV service, you will need to register for an account. There are a few different options available, including a free version. Follow the quick steps below to sign up for a free account.
1. Register for a Peacock TV account if you haven’t done so already – CLICK HERE to sign up for free.
2. Once on the Peacock website, click Start Watching Now.
3. Next on the Create an account page, fill out the required information and click Create Account.
4. You are then redirected to a Welcome to Peacock page. Click Start Watching to get started.
5. That’s it! You can now start streaming content within Peacock TV for free.
6. Even with a free account, you can stream Movies, TV Shows, and Live Channels.
That’s it! You have successfully registered for a Peacock TV account.
Note: You will receive a confirmation email after registering with your account information. I suggest saving this information, as you will need this when logging in.
See our guides below for how to install the Peacock TV app on Android devices and iPhone.
Important Note: Prior to streaming content from Peacock TV, you will want to make sure your VPN is turned OFF. We received the following notification when testing Peacock TV with our VPN on.
You can also use VPN Split Tunneling to access Peacock TV without having to fully disconnect from your VPN.
In What Regions is Peacock TV Available?
Currently, NBC has announced that this service is limited to United States and some UK Customers only.
What Programs are Available on Peacock TV?
With Peacock on Firestick or another streaming device, you will have access to the following titles and more:
TV Shows
NBCUniversal’s arsenal of classic and recent top-rated shows will delight Peacock’s subscribers such as:
- 30 Rock
- Brooklyn Nine-Nine
- Cheers
- Chicago Med
- Downton Abbey
- Everybody Loves Raymond
- Frasier
- Friday Night Lights
- The Real Housewives
- Will & Grace
- Law and Order
- Saturday Night Live
- Keeping Up with the Kardashians
Parks and Recreation and The Office, which are currently available on Netflix, won’t be available on Peacock until October 2020 and January 2021, respectively.
Aside from NBC’s classic and recent TV series, it will also launch reboots of its past shows, which include Saved by the Bell, Battlestar Galactica, and Punky.”Brewster. Access to these titles is set to be restricted solely to Peacock subscribers.
Saturday Night Live will be part of the offerings, featuring all 44 seasons of the iconic late-night live television sketch comedy show, including the original 1975 cast and the extensive list of 153 cast members over the years.
Peacock Premium subscribers can enjoy late-night shows like The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon and Late Night with Seth Meyers a few hours before they air on NBC.
Movies
During its first year, Peacock will offer viewers over 600 movies from Illumination, DreamWorks, and Universal, featuring titles such as Jurassic Park, American Pie, Jaws, E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, and franchises including Jason Bourne, the Fast and Furious series, and Shrek.
News
Peacock provides news content from networks like CNBC, MSNBC, Sky News, NBC News Now, and same-day broadcasts of programs by Lester Holt and Chuck Todd.
Additionally, a new channel, NBC Sky World News, Comcast’s English-language channel, is scheduled to launch this summer.
Clips from Today, MSNBC, E! News, Meet the Press, NBC Nightly News, and CNBC will also be accessible.
Sports
Peacock will stream the 2020 Tokyo Summer Olympics, including the opening and closing ceremonies, live events, mid-day highlights, and nightly recaps.
Exclusive coverage of the Tokyo Paralympics will be available on Peacock starting August 25.
Additionally, Peacock will feature events from the Premier League for soccer fans.
Curated genre channels like SNL Vault, Olympic Profiles, and Family Movie Night will also be part of the offerings.