Podbean is an Android application from the eponymous podcast hosting and monetizing platform. This utility contains a variety of tools to help users create and promote their content.
Hosting and promoting
The platform offers unlimited hosting for podcasts, with no restrictions on downloads, episodes, or recording time. Users can create a free website with their Podbean account, with a variety of professional themes.
The app summarizes all download data and displays the top 10 episodes from various dates. It is possible to understand how your podcast is performing with your audience. There are various monetization options, including the ability to create a premium content subscription service, sell merchandise, and receive donations from listeners.
Users can invite remote co-hosts or guests to call in from anywhere in the world using the live stream option. Podbean also offers advanced features, such as changing podcast basic settings, creating automatic email notifications for new episodes, and viewing comments.
Speakers with paid plans are automatically included in the Directory after 24 hours. For free accounts, users need to verify their profiles first. Podcasts will appear in the Podbean within 24 to 48 hours.
Listening
As for the listeners, they can search content by episode title, author name, and so on. There is the ability to sort podcasts by topic and category. Personalized recommendations based on browsing history are provided. Also, it is possible to subscribe to popular channels.
Features
- it is possible to create and listen to podcasts, just like in Podcast Addict;
- users can monetize their content;
- there is an option to perform live streams;
- content searching and sorting are provided;
- the app is free to download and use;
- compatible with current Android versions.
