Buzzsprout Description
Buzzsprout is a US podcast hosting service launched in 2009. Podcasters upload episodes, and Buzzsprout handles the RSS feed, storage and distribution to directories such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube and others. It provides advanced statistics on downloads, listening apps and locations, a customisable podcast website, transcription, chapter markers and an optional audio-improvement service called Magic Mastering. Monetisation tools include affiliate marketplace offers, listener donations and dynamic ads. A free plan allows a few hours of uploads per month with episodes hosted for a limited time, and paid plans increase upload hours and keep episodes online indefinitely. Buzzsprout is known for being easy for beginners and for its educational resources. For affiliates, it suits podcasting tutorials and creator content. The official referral scheme gives both the referrer and the new podcaster account credit.
Some of Buzzsprout's features
- Podcast hosting and RSS
- Distribution to major directories
- Advanced statistics
- Podcast website
- Transcription and chapters
- Magic Mastering audio
Buzzsprout's Referral Program
Buzzsprout runs its referral programme in-house. The official help page states $20 for every paid account referred, and new podcasters also receive a $20 credit. The cookie lasts 365 days, and rewards are paid by PayPal or as account credit once they reach $50.
