Upload Podcast to Apple Podcasts & iTunes (2023)

0:00 Why you need to be listed in Apple Podcasts

Discover the essential steps to get your podcast featured on Apple Podcasts, the leading iOS podcast app capturing 43.1% of podcast downloads and a must-have platform for podcasters. This comprehensive guide takes you through a seamless nine-step process to ensure your podcast reaches a wider audience.

0:25 Fill out podcast info

Craft a unique podcast title, author name, and description to optimize your search visibility. Avoid keyword stuffing while making your podcast stand out.

1:23 Upload podcast artwork

Design distinct cover art meeting Apple Podcasts' strict specifications. Get insights into size, resolution, file type, and color space to avoid common cover art issues.

2:53 Pick a podcast category

Strategically choose your podcast's category for optimal discoverability. Opting for sub-categories can help your podcast rank higher and attract more followers.

3:34 Upload your first episode

Apple Podcasts mandates at least one episode to list your show. Learn how to upload your trailer, bonus content, or full episode via platforms like Buzzsprout.

4:13 Copy RSS feed

Your podcast's RSS feed holds vital metadata. Learn where to find your RSS feed URL and use it to submit your podcast to Apple Podcasts Connect.

4:46 Create Apple ID

Secure an Apple ID for submitting your podcast. Whether new or existing, ensure a valid credit card is linked for verification purposes.

5:28 Add Podcast to Apple Podcasts Connect

Log in to Apple Podcast Connect, click to add a new show with your RSS feed, and validate your details for a smooth process.

6:21 Complete the Content Rights & Show Contact

While Apple processes your podcast, complete rights and contact details sections, ensuring accurate information for any potential issues.

7:08 Publish your podcast

Once approved, click "Publish" to complete your submission. Your podcast will soon be available on the Podcasts app and Apple Podcasts website.

Bonus FAQs:

🎙️ Automated Episode Updates: No need to re-submit for each episode release. Apple checks your feed for new episodes every 24 hours.

⏰ New Episode Timing: Apple Podcasts updates within 24 hours. If delays occur, reach out to their support.

⏱️ Submission Approval Duration: Apple Podcasts Connect usually takes about 30 minutes to process and validate. Reach out to support if it exceeds 24 hours.

🆓 Cost to List on Apple Podcasts: Listing is free, but creating an Apple Podcasts Subscription costs $19.99 for premium content sales.

📻 iTunes vs. Apple Podcasts: iTunes rebranded to Apple Podcasts in 2017. Familiarize yourself with the change and references.

📡 Maximize Exposure: Don't stop at Apple Podcasts. List your podcast on top platforms like Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, TuneIn, iHeartRadio, Podcast Index, and Amazon Music.

[paranormalityuk]

This is all very useful information and Essential when starting your podcast... when we started out a year ago, apple podcasts were our main source for downloads, and got us onto many of the smaller libraries as explained in this But, a year later we get 70% of our downloads from Spotify and only 13% from apple! With the most popular device being Android.... Just saying... Don't think apple podcasts is the One Stop place to put your podcast! Spend some time setting up all the directories you can!

[dotpenji]

Wow, Apple Podcasts really is the go-to place for getting your podcast out there, and your guide here breaks it all down so clearly! 🍏🎙 Now, for a fun question:

If you had to choose one unusual category for your dream podcast, what would it be, and what would the first episode be about? 🤔🎧

[meryemce]

with rss feed i dont have to upload the same episode on apple podcast right?

[cyrfinancial]

Does this process need to be done for Spotify also?

[aabidfaiyaz]

I've question about content rights. I'm not sure which option to go for ?, but all my podcast content will be original, it's just I'll be talking about movies, and tech I love... All based on my thoughts...

[walterjohnson]

This is nice, but if you have a video podcast, you don't support that yet. Is there a timeline on supporting video podcasts to these platforms?

[ryrylyn]

With using the RSS feed, do you still have to upload each episode to apple podcast? Maybe Im doing something wrong but I feel like I have to upload the episode to three different places instead of it a sense "populating" on the directories that Ive selected.

[thepoweredbychristpod]

How do you delete a podcast if you want to??

[nuriddinmosojonov]

thank you bro, I'm from Uzbekistan!

[mariasokolova]

I have a quick question. So i don't have any divice in Apple. I am in Android and my laptop is in PC, so i creted my apple ID but i can't do anything to submit my podcast. I need to put my card info in payment and here is my question i will not get charged when i out my card info and then am i will be able to put my podcast?

[TheSoulGoalsPodcast]

Soooo, I have an intro and and outro to include on my submission. How does that work? I'm not tech savvy at all lol! Is there a specific spot where I can add my MP3 intro file, then my MP3 interview file, then my MP3 outro file to make the episode? Or do I have to have that complete through say GarageBand before I upload it? It would be something I'd use for every podcast and obviously, each week has a different interview to feature but the intro and the outro stay the same. Help please lol!

[danielnatal]

I have a question. I'm using Spotify for Podcasters to warehouse the sound files. Once I put in the RSS feed on Apple, will it AUTOMATICALLY upload my content from Spotify? Or do I have to go back and forth and manually add new episodes to Apple (after I've already uploaded them to Spotify for Podcasters)?

[RachaelTowne]

Do we need to do anything for the RSS feed ownership verification with our email?