How do I get my podcast started on SoundCloud?

To get your podcast off the ground, you'll need to add tracks to your RSS feed, personalize your RSS feed settings, and ensure your SoundCloud profile is fully compatible with podcasting.

How do I manage the tracks in my RSS feed?

1. Adding Tracks to Your RSS Feed:
   • You can add tracks to your RSS feed by uploading them to your SoundCloud profile. Ensure the tracks are set to be included in the RSS feed by adjusting the track settings.
2. Removing Tracks:
   • If you need to remove a track from your RSS feed, you can do so by going to the track settings and unchecking the option to include it in the RSS feed.
3. Rearranging Tracks:
   • You can rearrange the order of tracks in your RSS feed by adjusting the order of your uploads on your SoundCloud profile. This order will reflect how your episodes are presented in your podcast.
4. Track Descriptions and Artwork:
   • For each track in your RSS feed, you can add specific descriptions and artwork. These elements help provide more context and visual appeal to your podcast episodes.

How can I personalize my RSS feed settings?

1. Customizing Your Feed Title and Author Name:
   • You can customize the title of your RSS feed and the author name by accessing the RSS feed settings under the Content tab in your SoundCloud account settings.
2. Adding or Changing a Category:
   • Select the most appropriate category for your podcast from the available options. This helps in better categorizing your podcast across platforms.
3. Adding a Stats Service Prefix:
   • If you use a stats service to track your podcast’s performance, you can add a stats service prefix in the RSS feed settings.
4. Confirming Explicit Content:
   • If your podcast contains explicit content, make sure to check the explicit content box in your RSS feed settings.
5. Displaying an Email Address:
   • You can choose to display an email address in your RSS feed settings, which will be visible to subscribers and platforms that syndicate your podcast.
6. Choosing a Language:
   • Select the language of your podcast to ensure it is correctly categorized.
7. Adding a Subscriber Redirect:
   • If you ever need to move your podcast to a different host, you can set up a subscriber redirect in the RSS feed settings.

How do I manage my podcast's artwork?

Your Podcast’s Artwork:

• Ensure that your podcast’s artwork meets the required specifications and is uploaded in the RSS feed settings. This artwork will be displayed across all platforms where your podcast is available.

How do I link to my podcast's website?

Adding Your Podcast’s Website:

• You can add a link to your podcast's website in the RSS feed settings. This link will be included in your RSS feed, making it accessible to all your listeners.