What is "PEACOCKTV" on my bank statement?
PEACOCKTV is a legitimate Peacock streaming subscription charge from NBCUniversal. Check your Peacock account if you don't recognize it.
Merchant: Peacock | Category: Streaming
What Is This Charge?
A charge from Peacock reflects a purchase at Peacock, the streaming service from NBCUniversal, which launched in 2020 and operates as a digital subscription platform rather than a physical store. Peacock is an entertainment service, and it does not have retail store counts because it sells access to TV shows, movies, live sports, and premium channels online. A PEACOCKTV descriptor usually means a recurring subscription or an add-on billed through Peacock or through an app store partner. If you see this charge, it usually connects to an active Peacock account, a free-trial conversion, or a subscription renewal.
Why Does This Charge Appear on My Statement?
This charge appears when a Peacock subscription renews automatically after a monthly or annual billing cycle. It can also appear after a free trial ends, because the account converts to paid service unless canceled before the trial deadline. A PEACOCKTV charge can also show up if someone in your household used your card to start a plan on Peacock.com, in the Peacock app, or through a bundled offer tied to another provider. In some cases, the charge is processed by a payment partner or app store, which can make the statement text look different from the name shown in the app.
Typical Charge Amounts
Most Peacock charges are $5.99 per month for Peacock Premium and $11.99 per month for Peacock Premium Plus, although promotional pricing can be lower for a limited time. Annual plans are commonly billed at $59.99 or $119.99, depending on the tier and current offer. If the charge is a trial conversion, the first paid charge often lands at the full monthly rate after the trial ends. Temporary card authorizations are uncommon for Peacock, but some banks may show a pending amount of $0.00 or $1.00 during verification.
Common Variations
PEACOCKTV PEACOCKTV* PEACOCK TV NBCU PEACOCKTV PEACOCKTV.COM PEACOCKTV 800-XXX-XXXX PEACOCKTV*MONTHLY PEACOCKTV*ANNUAL
Is This Charge Legitimate?
A PEACOCKTV charge is legitimate if you or someone in your household signed up for Peacock, accepted a free trial, or renewed an existing subscription. Check your Peacock account at https://www.peacocktv.com and review the billing history, plan type, and email address tied to the subscription. You can also search your inbox for receipts from Peacock or NBCUniversal, because legitimate charges usually generate a confirmation email. If you still do not recognize the charge, call Peacock support through the help options at https://www.peacocktv.com/help and compare the last four digits of the card used.
How to Dispute or Cancel
1. Sign in to your Peacock account at https://www.peacocktv.com or in the Peacock app and open the plan or billing settings. 2. Cancel the subscription before the next renewal date, because Peacock subscriptions usually continue until the end of the current billing period. 3. If you cannot access the account, contact Peacock support through https://www.peacocktv.com/help and request cancellation help or billing review. 4. If the charge is unauthorized, file a dispute with your bank or card issuer right away and mention that the merchant descriptor is PEACOCKTV. 5. Save screenshots, emails, and the statement line item, because your bank may ask for proof during the dispute process.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does my Peacock charge show as PEACOCKTV?
Peacock often uses PEACOCKTV, PEACOCKTV*, or PEACOCKTV.COM as the card descriptor for subscriptions billed online. The name can differ from the app name because the payment processor, billing platform, or NBCUniversal merchant account formats the statement text. If you signed up on Peacock.com, in the Peacock app, or through a free trial, the charge is usually tied to that account.
How do I cancel my Peacock subscription?
Sign in at https://www.peacocktv.com or open the Peacock app, then go to Account, Plans, or Billing and choose cancel. Peacock subscriptions usually stay active until the end of the current billing period, so cancel before the renewal date if you want to avoid the next charge. If you subscribed through Apple, Google Play, Roku, or another platform, cancel in that platform’s subscription settings instead.
Why is my Peacock charge a different amount than expected?
The amount can differ because Peacock offers monthly plans, annual plans, and promotional pricing that changes after the first billing cycle. A monthly plan is commonly $5.99 or $11.99, while annual billing is often $59.99 or $119.99. If you saw a different amount, check whether taxes were added, whether a promo expired, or whether the charge came from an app store that adds its own billing rules.
Can PeacockTV charges come from a free trial?
Yes, a PEACOCKTV charge can appear when a free trial ends and the account converts to a paid subscription. The first paid charge usually posts on the day after the trial expires, and it often matches the plan selected during signup. Review the signup email and account billing page to confirm the trial end date and the renewal amount.
What should I do if I do not recognize a PeacockTV charge?
First, check whether anyone in your home used your card for Peacock, because streaming subscriptions are often shared across households. Next, log in at https://www.peacocktv.com and review active plans, billing history, and email receipts. If the charge is still unfamiliar, contact Peacock support and then ask your bank to start a card dispute if the transaction was unauthorized.
Similar Charges
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