How to Fix Peacock TV Not Working on Google TV

Is Peacock TV not working on your Google TV? It is certain to come across this issue for varied reasons. As a result, Peacock TV users may happen to miss out on streaming the channel, movies, shows, and series.

Fortunately, the Peacock TV on Google TV not working is a resolvable issue if the causes are identified. Also, if you are unsure of the possible solutions, then try out our troubleshooting expert’s tricks to fix the glitch associated with Peacock TV without any technical knowledge.

Peacock TV Doesn’t Work on Google TV – Associated Causes

If Peacock TV isn’t working on your Chromecast with Google TV, it may be for the following reasons:

1. Unstable or poor internet connectivity
2. Peacock TV server down issue
3. Subscription to Peacock TV is expired
4. Outdated version of the Peacock TV app
5. Peacock TV is geo-restricted
6. Chromecast with Google TV runs on an outdated version

Issue Type	Causes	Fixes
Connectivity-Related Issue	Peacock TV is not loading or opening Media playback buffering or stopped playing	Reset your router, move closer to your router or switch to a wired connection.
Service-Related Issue	Peacock TV server outage	Check the Peacock TV website and check if there are any known outages or maintenance periods.
Device-Related Issue	Outdated app version Outdated Google TV software	Update the app to the latest version, clear the app cache and data, uninstall and reinstall the app Update the device software to the latest version and check if the software is supported by Peacock TV.

Connectivity-Related Issue:

If you come across Peacock TV not loading, opening, or media playback buffering or stopped playing, then it is because of the WIFI or internet connection of the Google TV.

Service-Related Issue:

You may come across service-related issues when there is a problem with billing or payment. If the content that you intend to stream is not available on Peacock TV, that is also related to service issues.

Device-Related Issue:

Not all the time the issue may be with the Peacock TV. Sometimes, the app may not work when there is a bug or temporary glitch within Google TV. It can be resolved by

Fixes

Our team of troubleshooting experts recommends the following fixes to try when you get Peacock TV not working issue.

Connectivity Related Fixes

Here are the possible fixes for the connectivity-related issue of Peacock TV that you will face when you try to stream on Google TV.

1. Perform an Internet Speed Test

Is Peacock TV not loading on Google TV? If so, it may be due to an unstable or poor WIFI connection.

Performing a speed test for the WIFI connection of your Google TV will help find out if there is an internet connection issue. You must have a minimum of 3mbps-8mbps to watch the Peacock TV app on your Google TV. If the speed test result is below average, use a different WIFI on Google TV for buffer-free streaming.

2. Restart WiFi Router

Restarting your router will fix internet throttling or bandwidth-related issue. With this, you may be able to stream Peacock TV without buffering. However, if you still find lagging issues while streaming Peacock TV, you shall reach out to your ISP to resolve the issue.

3. Disconnect Other Devices

Peacock TV may not work, or the video lags if the WiFi or internet is shared between different devices. When the bandwidth is shared, you may find Peacock TV not working issue on Google TV. So, it is recommended to disconnect other devices, excluding your Google TV, to watch Peacock TV without limitations or load time.

Service-Related Fixes

Here are the service-related fixes for the Peacock TV app not working issue on Google TV.

1. Relaunch Peacock TV

At times, Peacock TV may be crashed if too many users have tried to access it at the same time. You shall close and relaunch the app on your Google TV to check if it is working.

2. Peacock TV Server Down

When there is a Peacock TV outage, you may not be able to stream the desired content. You shall check for the Peacock TV status by visiting Downdetector.

If you find the Peacock TV server down issue, unfortunately, nothing can be done from the user end. The issue needs to be fixed from the developer’s end. With that, you will be able to stream Peacock TV without any issues.

3. Renew Subscription

Peacock TV stops working on Google TV when you try to stream any of its offerings after the subscription expiry. Fortunately, it can be fixed easily by renewing the Peacock TV with the plan of your choice.

4. Unblock Peacock TV Geo-Restrictions

As Peacock TV is only accessible in the USA & its territories, you may face geo-restrictions if you try streaming Peacock TV from other regions. With a trusted VPN like NordVPN or ExpressVPN, you can unblock the Peacock TV and further stream its content.

5. Log Out & Log In to Peacock TV

At times, a temporary bug or error may be the reason why Peacock TV doesn’t work on your Google TV. It can be resolved upon logging out and logging back into your account again.

6. Update Peacock TV App

You will come across the Peacock TV not working on Google TV if the app is outdated. Upon updating the app on your Google TV with the latest version, you will get resolved Peacock TV issues.

To Update Peacock TV:

• From Google TV Home, select Your Apps > Select Peacock TV > Click the Ok button to update the app on your TV.

7. Uninstall Peacock TV

In most cases, Google TV apps will auto-update in the background. The update may be interrupted or might not have been installed properly, and as a result, Peacock TV goes non-working. The user can uninstall the latest update to get back to the previous version of the Peacock TV on Google TV.

To Uninstall Peacock TV Update:

• Go to the Apps section > Long-press the Peacock TV app icon > Select Uninstall Updates > Then install the latest version of Peacock TV from the Play Store.

8. Peacock TV Screen Limit Maxed Out

Based on the subscription plan, you can stream Peacock TV simultaneously for up to 3 devices. When you try exceeding the limit, you may come across Peacock TV. To get rid of this issue, you shall log out of Peacock TV on any other device and try logging in on your Google TV. In case you have shared your account with others, then reset the Peacock TV password to use it on your TV.

Device Related Fixes

Here are the possible fixes for the device-related issue when you face while streaming Peacock TV.

1. Watch Peacock TV on a Different Device

When Peacock TV is not working, you can try to watch it on any of your devices to check if the issue is with the service or device. If you can watch Peacock TV content on one another device, it means the problem is with your Google TV.

2. Clear Peacock TV Cache

Peacock TV stores your search history, preference, and other data in the cache memory. If the cache files are corrupted, you might come across Peacock TV failing to work on Google TV. It is recommended to clear the cache on Google TV or the temporary storage, which in turn removes the corrupted local files.

To Cear Cache:

• Go to Apps > Select Peacock TV > Choose Clear Cache.

3. Force Stop Peacock TV on Google TV

Force closing the Peacock TV on your Google TV is one of the best troubleshooting tricks when you come across an app not working issue. It will fix any temporary bug and lets you stream the Peacock TV without limitation.

To Force Close Peacock TV:

• Go to Settings > Select Apps > Highlight Peacock TV+ > Press Enter > Select Force Stop.

4. Restart Google TV

At times, Google TV may misbehave, and it may be the reason for the Peacock TV not working. A simple restart on Google TV will fix the issue, and you will be able to watch your desired content with ease.

To Restart Google TV:

• Go to Settings > System > Select Restart.

5. Update Google TV

If you haven’t updated your Google TV in a while, then it may be the cause of Peacock TV not working. It is because the outdated version may hold bugs and issues, or the latest version of the Peacock TV may not be compatible with the current version of your Google TV. All these issues can be resolved by updating your Google TV to the latest version of Google tvOS.

To Update Google TV:

• Press Quick Settings on remote > Select Settings > Click System > Choose About > Enable Automatic Updates.

6. Reset Google TV

When none of the troubleshooting tricks has helped you resolve the Peacock TV not working issue, then you shall opt to reset the Google TV. We recommend it as a last resort to be done as it will erase all the data, including your customizations and preferences. Upon resetting, you may reinstall Peacock TV on your Chromecast with Google TV to further stream Peacock TV without issue.

Contact Peacock TV Customer Support

If you cannot get resolved the issue, we recommend you contact the customer support of Peacock TV. You may look for the Help page of Peacock TV for any general answers. In addition, you can avail of customer support via a call to get assistance and thereby fix Peacock TV not working issues.

Alternatives of Peacock TV

Check out the table if you want to try some other streaming services or the best rival of Peacock TV.

Service Name	Pricing Per Month	Website	Installation Guide
Hulu	$7.99	www.hulu.com	Hulu on Google TV
Apple TV	$6.99	tv.apple.com	Apple TV on Google TV
Amazon Prime	$14.99	www.primevideo.com	Amazon Prime on Google TV

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