Peacock is NBCUniversal‘s streaming service, offering thousands of hours of TV shows, movies, news, sports and more. Getting started with Peacock is a breeze, but what if you no longer want your subscription?
Here is a simple, step-by-step walkthrough on how to cancel Peacock Premium or Premium Plus, no matter how you signed up.
Overview of Peacock Subscription Plans
Before getting into the cancellation steps, let‘s recap what the Peacock subscription tiers include:
Peacock Free:
- Thousands of hours of movies, shows, news and sports highlights
- Select episodes of Peacock Originals like Bel-Air
- Ads throughout the content
Peacock Premium ($4.99/month):
- All of Peacock Free
- Full seasons of Peacock Originals
- Early access to Jimmy Fallon and Seth Meyers late night episodes
- Live sports like Sunday Night Football and Premier League
- Ads throughout the content
Peacock Premium Plus ($9.99/month):
- All features of Peacock Premium
- No ads (except live channels and select shows)
- Download titles for offline viewing
Knowing exactly what plan you have will determine what features you lose when canceling Peacock. Now let‘s get into the step-by-step process.
How To Cancel Peacock on the Web
Canceling through Peacock‘s website is quick and easy:
Visit Peacocktv.com and click "Sign In"
Enter your account credentials and sign in
Click on your profile icon > Account > Plans & Payment
Click "Cancel Subscription" then confirm your choice
And that‘s it! Your account will remain active until the end of the current billing period.
Canceling Peacock on iPhone/iPad
Don‘t want to log in on desktop? Here‘s how to cancel from your iOS device:
- Open the Settings app
- Tap your Apple ID name
- Tap Subscriptions
- Select your Peacock subscription
- Tap Cancel Subscription and confirm
Canceling Peacock through Roku
To cancel your Peacock subscription through Roku:
- Sign into your Roku account
- Click Manage Subscriptions
- Locate Peacock and click Cancel Subscription
On your actual Roku device:
- Press the Home button
- Highlight the Peacock channel and press *** (star button)
- Select Manage Subscription > Cancel
Either method will immediately stop any future charges while letting you stream until the renewal date passes.
Canceling Peacock on Other Platforms
The cancellation process will be similar for other platforms like Android, Amazon Fire TV, Xbox, etc. Just access your subscription management and select the option to cancel Peacock Premium/Plus.
If you subscribed directly through a third party like YouTube TV or your internet provider, you will have to cancel Peacock by contacting their customer service, since they are facilitating the billing.
Downgrading vs. Canceling Peacock
If you like aspects of Peacock but find Premium or Premium Plus unnecessary, you always have the option to downgrade instead of outright canceling:
- Downgrade from Premium Plus to Premium to save $5/month and gain ads
- Downgrade from Premium Plus/Premium to the Free plan
- The free version still provides a decent catalog of shows, but loses access to certain content and features
Downgrading lets you keep your Peacock account, watchlist and settings while paying less per month. You can always upgrade again later too.
What To Do Once Peacock Is Canceled
Once canceled, you‘ll have full access until your current billing cycle ends. Make the most of it by:
- Finishing any shows you’re currently watching
- Adding content to your watchlist to view later on another service
- Checking if any of your favorite Peacock exclusives are available elsewhere
Some factors to weigh when deciding whether to resubscribe later on:
- Will you lose access to favorite shows that aren‘t on other platforms?
- Does Peacock offer better pricing or experience than competitors like Netflix?
- Could you get Peacock Premium for free through Comcast Xfinity or Cox packages?
There are also alternatives with some overlapping content if you still need your fix:
- Hulu and Amazon Prime offer many classic NBC comedies like The Office, 30 Rock, Parks & Recreation etc.
- Roku Channel and Tubi have a growing catalog of movies available for free
- Pluto, IMDBtv and other free streaming apps offer shows similar to what‘s on Peacock
Choosing the right streaming plan is never easy. Evaluate your viewing habits, budget and all options before deciding if canceling Peacock is your best move.
Peacock Cancellation FAQs
Here are answers to some frequently asked questions around canceling Peacock:
Can I get a refund if I cancel Peacock?
Unfortunately Peacock does not offer prorated refunds if you cancel in the middle of a billing period, similar to other streaming services like HBO Max. You‘ll retain access until the renewal date passes.
How do I delete my Peacock account?
Simply canceling will deactivate your subscription, but keep the account open in case you want to rejoin. To permanently delete your Peacock profile and data go to the Peacock Customer Service page and submit a data deletion request. Allow up to 30 days for completion.
Can I rewatch shows or movies I started after canceling?
As long as you cancel before your billing renewal date, you‘ll have continued access to stream Peacock until then. You can rewatch to your heart‘s content in that window. Afterwards you would need to resubscribe to resume watching incomplete titles.
Does Comcast/Cox offer Peacock Premium for free?
Yes! Comcast Xfinity and Cox internet & cable customers (among others) can get free Peacock Premium by linking their accounts. If canceling due to costs, check you aren‘t eligible for this perk.
Can I use gift card balances if I reactivate Peacock later on?
If you have remaining Peacock gift card money, those funds should be waiting for you if you ever restart your subscription down the road.
We hope this guide covered everything you need to successfully cancel Peacock Premium or Premium Plus! Let us know in the comments if you have any other questions.
