How to create a private podcast

Can you make podcast private?

Can you make a podcast private? Yes, some services allow you to generate password-protected podcasting channels or use your organization’s Single Sign On (SSO) to access their RSS feed. The best private podcast hosting platforms with such security and privacy features are Transistor.fm, Podbean, and Castos.

How do I record a private podcast?

You can record audio for your podcast on your desktop, using a USB microphone and free recording software such as Audacity or GarageBand. Or you can use your phone if it’s more convenient. Simply record your audio using the Voice Memos app on iPhone or the Voice Recorder app on Android.

Can Apple Podcasts be private?

You cannot have a password-protected podcast in the iTunes Store. This way only people to whom you give the password can access it. Of course you don’t have to use iTunes – you could just create a web page with the podcast episodes, again either on a private network or password protected.

Can you password protect a podcast?

Adding a password to your podcast lets you restrict access to your content. This is useful for podcasts that you don’t wish to share with the public, but want to make easily accessible to a narrow audience. Password protection is available to customers with the Growth Add-on.

Where can I upload private podcasts?

Here are the best private podcast hosting platforms to choose from:
  • Captivate. Captivate is the best platform for private podcasting (and a top 3 choice for public podcasting too).
  • Transistor.
  • Podbean.
  • Spreaker.
  • Storyboard.
  • uStudio.
  • Patreon.
  • Supporting Cast.

Is it free to publish a podcast?

1. Buzzsprout. Buzzsprout’s free podcast hosting plan provides the most features compared to every other host on this list. With their free plan, you get two free hours of upload time, hosted episodes for up to 90 days, and a complete podcasting dashboard.

Where do you put podcasts?

  1. Top Podcast Directories. iTunes / Apple Podcasts. Spotify. Google Podcasts. Stitcher. TuneIn.
  2. More Podcast Directories. Spreaker. Google Play Music. Blubrry. Digital Podcast. iPodder. Podcasts.Alltop.
  3. Additional Podcast Distribution. YouTube. Facebook. Soundcloud.

How do I get my podcast on all platforms?

Literally all you have to do is go to their podcast submission page, fill out the form, and when you finish, the page sends an email to them for manual approval. Within just a few days, you’ll get an email telling you that you’re listed in their directory.

How much does it cost to upload a podcast to Spotify?

It could cost you anywhere from $50 on up to buy gear to record your show, but the tools for distribution, which used to be costly, are now free, thanks to Spotify’s 2019 purchase of the podcasting app and website Anchor. More on that in a minute.

Is it free to upload podcasts to Spotify?

The easiest way to make a podcast. Create and host unlimited episodes, distribute your show everywhere, and make money. All for free.

How do podcasts make money?

Sponsorships are the most common way podcasters make money. This is when the podcast promotes the sponsor during the show. You probably hear your favorite shows plug their advertisers a few times in every episode. Rates range from $18 to $50 CPM, though hugely popular podcasts can pull in a lot more.

How much does Spotify pay per 1000 streams?

You can expect to make between $3 and $5 per 1,000 streams on Spotify.

Does it cost money to put a podcast on iTunes?

You can actually submit your podcast on iTunes for free and gain new listeners.

Does it cost anything to post a podcast?

How Much Does Podcast Hosting Cost? On average, pricing for podcast hosting ranges from $5/month to $50/month. Pricing varies depending on which company you go with, how many episodes you produce, and how many downloads you get.

How much does a podcast cost?

They’d charge anything from low 100s up to $1000 or more. If you want a more accessible alternative that’s still great quality, then our own custom podcast artwork service costs $195. For music and FX, at this level, you’ll be looking to have some custom audio branding designed.

Can anyone upload a podcast to Spotify?

Go to Spotify for Podcasters and log in to your Spotify account, or create one if you don’t already have one. On the “Add podcast info” page, select your country, language, category, and hosting provider and press “Next.” Review your podcast details and select “Submit.”