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| Your shortlist | HostingSpotify for Creators |
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| General starting cost | Free |
| Billing and eligibility | View recorded plans (1)
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| Shows on entry plan | Not specified in this comparisonSource · 2026-09-05 |
| Upload allowance | Not specified in this comparisonSource · 2026-09-05 |
| Download allowance | Not specified in this comparisonSource · 2026-09-05 |
| Pricing model | Free hosting and distributionSource · 2026-09-05 |
| The verdict | Free podcast hosting with video on Spotify, audio distribution through RSS, and optional monetization. |
| Free tier | Available. Check the plan limits below. |
| Best for | New shows that want zero hosting cost, easy publishing, video on Spotify, and comments from Spotify listeners. |
| Not the best fit | Shows that need a verified one-upload video workflow for every destination. Confirm Apple video availability and plan a separate YouTube upload. |
| The gotcha | Standard RSS distribution is audio. Confirm Apple video rollout availability in your account; monetization has separate eligibility requirements. |
| Public plans | Read public plan notes
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| Pricing notes | Hosting does not require the Partner Program. For shows hosted here, eligibility includes an address in a supported market, at least 3 episodes, 2,000 consumption hours, and 1,000 Spotify audience count in the last 30 days. Eligible creators receive 50% of recognized revenue from ads Spotify monetizes. Check current requirements; externally hosted shows should ask their provider about program access. |
| Category | Hosting |
| Tool type | Podcast hosting |
| Also listed in | Monetization |
| Revenue methods | Ads and sponsorships, Memberships and private feeds |
| Monetization requirements | Spotify-hosted programs have audience, market and publishing requirements. External membership integrations and provider partnerships have separate rules. |
| Price checked | 2026-08-23 |
| Next step | Visit Spotify for Creators |