Integrating Podcast Analytics with a Stats Service URL Prefix
How can I set up analytics integration for my podcast on SoundCloud?
To gain more detailed information about your podcast’s listeners and subscribers, you can integrate analytics using a service like Podtrac. Here’s how you can set it up:
- Go to the Stats Service URL Prefix section of your Content Settings page on SoundCloud.
- If you are a Podtrac user, enter the following URL: http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/.
- If you are using Blubrry, copy-paste your custom redirect URL from Powerpress, found under the “Services and Stats” section.
Why should I use Podtrac or Blubrry for podcast analytics?
Podtrac and Blubrry provide advanced statistics that help you understand your podcast’s audience better, including detailed listener and subscriber data. This information is valuable for tailoring your content and improving your podcast’s reach.
What should I avoid when setting up the Stats Service URL Prefix?
It’s important to only enter the correct URL for Podtrac or Blubrry in the Stats Service URL Prefix section. Entering anything other than the specified URLs, such as a FeedBurner link or website address, will break your RSS feed and cause issues with your podcast distribution.
What are the exact URLs I need to use for Podtrac and Blubrry?
- Podtrac Users: Use the URL http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/.
- Blubrry Users: Copy and paste your custom redirect URL provided by Powerpress under the “Services and Stats” section.
What happens if I incorrectly fill in the Stats Service URL Prefix section?
If you input anything other than the specified URLs for Podtrac or Blubrry in the Stats Service URL Prefix section, your RSS feed will be broken. This means your podcast may not be distributed properly, and listeners may experience issues accessing your episodes.