Hosting Your Podcast on SoundCloud
How do I start hosting my podcast on SoundCloud?
To begin hosting your podcast on SoundCloud, you'll need to sign up for a free SoundCloud account. Once your account is created, you can start distributing your sounds via RSS to your favorite podcast apps. An RSS feed (Rich Site Summary) is used to send regularly updated or changing content to other web services. On SoundCloud, your profile’s RSS feed powers your podcast.
How do I create a SoundCloud account?
Sign Up:
- If you haven’t created a SoundCloud profile yet, you can sign up here.
Important Tips:
- Use an active email address.
- Enter your podcast title as the name you want to display on your profile.
- Check your inbox for a confirmation email before proceeding.
How do I complete my profile information?
After creating your account, head to your profile's edit page by clicking the "Edit" button under your profile header and follow these steps:
- Upload a Profile Image: Ensure it’s at least 1400 x 1400 pixels.
- Add a Description: This will also be included in your RSS feed.
- Include Your Website and Social Media Links: Add these to the ‘Your links’ section below.
For more tips on optimizing your profile, check out our Creator Guide.
How do I adjust my podcast content settings?
Go to your Content Settings page and:
- Choose a Category: Select the most appropriate category for your podcast.
- Select Language: Choose the language of your podcast.
- Explicit Content: Check the explicit setting if your show contains explicit material.
- Upload Default Setting: If you primarily upload podcasts, ensure this setting is enabled. You can still override this default setting on the individual track edit page.
What are the next steps after setting up my profile and RSS feed?
Once you’ve created your SoundCloud account and completed the basics of setting up your profile and RSS feed, you can move on to: