Peacock, NBCUniversal’s streaming service, offers a variety of TV shows, movies, and exclusive content. If you’ve decided it’s time to cancel your subscription, whether due to preferences, cost, or simply wanting to take a break, here’s a step-by-step guide to help you cancel Peacock, either through their website or app, depending on how you signed up.
1. Canceling Peacock Subscription via the Website
If you subscribed to Peacock directly through their website, here’s how to cancel:
Step 1: Log In to Your Peacock Account
- Open a browser and go to the Peacock website.
- Log in using your email and password.
Step 2: Access Your Account Settings
- Once logged in, click on your profile icon in the upper-right corner of the screen.
- Select Account from the dropdown menu.
Step 3: Find Your Subscription
- Scroll down to the section labeled Plans & Payment or Manage Plan.
- You’ll see your current subscription details here, including the billing cycle and payment method.
Step 4: Cancel the Subscription
- Click on Cancel Plan or Change Plan.
- You may be asked to confirm your decision or explain why you are canceling. Follow the prompts to finalize the cancellation.
Step 5: Confirmation
- After cancellation, you will receive an email confirming that your Peacock subscription has been canceled. You may still have access to the service until the end of your current billing cycle, depending on your plan.
Does Peacock have a Free Trial? Here’s What You Need to Know
As of now, Peacock does not offer a free trial for its premium plans. However, you can still explore the platform without any upfront cost by taking advantage of Peacock’s free tier, which provides access to a limited selection of TV shows, movies, news, and some sports.
If you’re looking for more content, including live sports (like the Premier League), exclusive shows, and next-day access to NBC programs, you can upgrade to one of Peacock’s paid plans:
- Peacock Premium ($5.99/month): Offers more content but includes ads.
- Peacock Premium Plus ($11.99/month): Ad-limited viewing, with the option to download content for offline access.
Although Peacock no longer has a free trial, the free tier allows you to try out a portion of its offerings before deciding whether to subscribe to a premium plan.
Can You Record on Peacock? Here’s What You Need to Know
Peacock does not offer a built-in recording feature like traditional DVR services. This means you can’t directly record live shows, movies, or events within the app.
However, Peacock provides on-demand streaming, allowing you to watch most shows, movies, and live sports after they’ve aired. For live sports or events, the content is often available on the platform soon after the broadcast ends.
If you subscribe to the Peacock Premium Plus plan, you have the option to download select titles for offline viewing, but this is not the same as recording and is limited to certain content.
So while you can’t record on Peacock, its on-demand library and offline viewing options still offer flexibility in how you watch your favorite content.