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Hi everyone,

I’m really interested in starting my own podcast, but I’m on a pretty tight budget at the moment. I listen to a lot of podcasts on Spotify and was wondering if it’s actually possible to create and host my own podcast directly on Spotify completely for free in 2025.

Does Spotify offer any tools for this, or are there likely to be hidden costs I should know about? I’m also curious if “free” means there would be big limitations on things like how much I can upload, where my podcast gets distributed, or the kind of analytics I can see.

Any advice on this would be really helpful.

[Jeff Bullas]

Yes, you can create a podcast and have it available on Spotify, along with other major podcast platforms, entirely for free. This is done through Spotify’s own platform, which is called “Spotify for Podcasters” – many people might remember it by its former name, Anchor.

Spotify for Podcasters is designed as an all-in-one solution, especially useful for beginners. First, it provides free unlimited podcast hosting. This is a significant advantage, as hosting can be a recurring expense with many other dedicated podcast hosting services.

Second, the platform includes basic recording and editing tools directly within its mobile app and on its website. While these tools might not be as feature-rich as professional standalone software, they are often sufficient for those just starting out to record, edit, and produce their episodes without needing to purchase separate software.

Third, Spotify for Podcasters simplifies distribution. Once you have set up your podcast on their platform and published an episode, they facilitate the distribution of your show not only to Spotify itself but also to other major podcast directories like Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and more. You manage this through an RSS feed that their platform generates for you.

While the core services of creation, hosting, and distribution via Spotify for Podcasters are indeed free, it is always sensible to be aware of how such platforms operate. “Free” usually means the platform might have its own ways of monetising its services generally, or that some very advanced features or analytics might be more limited compared to high-tier paid hosting services. For instance, if you use their monetisation tools (like automated ads), Spotify will take a share of that revenue. However, for the fundamental task of getting your podcast made and heard, their free offering is quite comprehensive and widely used.

To get started, you would typically visit the Spotify for Podcasters website or download their app, create an account, and then follow their steps to set up your show and upload your first episode.

In summary, Spotify for Podcasters offers a genuinely free and robust pathway to create, host, and distribute your podcast, making it an excellent choice for new podcasters or anyone working with a minimal budget.

Cheers,

Jeff

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