As you are aware, I have already discussed RSS feeds in one of my blog. This post is dedicated for those who want to learn more about podcast RSS feeds, so if you have questions about how they work, what they are used for, or why, feel free to ask them in the comments section.
What Is A RSS Feed For A Podcast?
Using RSS, or Really Simple Syndication, you can easily update new episodes on your podcast directories. When you update a new podcast episode, it will automatically sync and begin to appear in your podcast directories, keeping your show updated across all platforms.
Podcast directories continuously track RSS feeds and update their content as new information is added. A podcast rss feed contains a lot of information related to the podcast, such as the title, description, category, episode number, etc., however a regular RSS feed doesn’t require all of these fields.
What does a podcast RSS feeds do?
A podcast’s RSS feed is something that contains all of the information related to the podcast. For example, if someone uploads a new podcast to their hosting service, that service will create an RSS feed link that will be used to display the podcast on all podcast platforms, including Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and Spotify.
In a belief, we can say that podcast rss feeds are similar to urls that make it easier to automatically upload new podcasts to all plateforms. You don’t need to worry about uploading the same podcast to all platforms; simply upload it to your podcast hosting, and your hosting will take care of the rest.
What is the difference between a podcast feed and an RSS feed?
The phrase “RSS Feed” simply denotes that you have a link that you may share on a specific platform or website and that contains all of your data. However, when you say “podcast rss feeds,” you are only referring to podcasts, which often contain audio or video files. When you upload brand new audio to your podcast hosting, it will immediately begin to appear on all platforms.
How do I get my RSS podcast feed?
It depends on your podcast hosting; for example, if you use Anchor FM to host your podcast, you may simply follow the instructions below to get your RSS feed.
- Go to your Anchor app or log in to your Anchor fm account on Chrome.
- Now Go to your podcast dasboard and click the settings button in the upper right corner.
- If using the Anchor app, click the 3 dots.
- Now, select “Podcast Availability”; you will find a link for RSS distribution
- There that you must copy in order to access your podcast’s RSS feed.
Every podcast hosting has its unique interface, so if you want to learn more about it, you can easily do so by looking at the settings. You can also easily spot your podcast RSS feeds, but if you’re unsure of how it works, you can even ask in the help section.
Is RSS Feed necessary for a podcast?
Yes, you must have a podcast RSS feed if you want to start a podcast. Only an RSS feed will allow you to broadcast your podcast on all popular platforms, like Spotify, Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, and others. Your podcast will only be viewable on one platform if you only publish it to one specific app and do not submit it through an rss feed to other platforms.
How to check if your RSS feed is working
If you want to check if your rss feed is working or not, you can do that by simply using some online tools. I can recommend one free website where you can verify your podcast’s RSS feed before you start submitting your podcast to directories like Apple and Google Podcast. Click Here for Rss Feed Checker Tool