Blubrry
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What is Blubrry
Blubrry is a podcast hosting platform that provides media hosting, RSS feed management, and distribution support for podcasters and podcast networks. It is commonly used by creators who want to publish episodes to major listening apps and manage show metadata and analytics. The product also offers tools that integrate with WordPress via the PowerPress plugin and supports dynamic ad insertion through its advertising offerings.
WordPress publishing integration
Blubrry is closely associated with the PowerPress WordPress plugin, which supports publishing workflows for sites that host podcast pages and posts. This can reduce manual steps for teams that manage both a website and a podcast feed. It is useful for organizations that want their podcast content and web content managed in one CMS-centric workflow.
IAB-aligned analytics options
Blubrry provides podcast analytics and reporting that can be used to track downloads and audience trends. It is positioned for users who need standardized measurement practices for reporting to sponsors or internal stakeholders. Analytics are available alongside hosting, reducing the need to stitch together separate tools.
Monetization and ad services
Blubrry offers monetization options, including advertising-related services that can support revenue generation for eligible shows. This can be helpful for podcasters who prefer a hosting provider that also supports ad operations. Having hosting and monetization under one vendor can simplify implementation and support.
Interface can feel dated
Some users may find the administrative experience less modern than newer, creator-first hosting platforms. Navigation and setup can require more familiarity with podcast RSS concepts and settings. This can increase onboarding time for first-time podcasters.
Feature depth varies by plan
Capabilities such as advanced analytics, monetization features, or add-ons may depend on the selected plan and configuration. This can make it harder to predict total cost and required tiers without careful plan comparison. Teams may need to validate which features are included before committing.
Less emphasis on creation tools
Blubrry focuses primarily on hosting, feeds, and analytics rather than end-to-end creation features like in-browser recording and editing. Users who want a single tool for recording, editing, hosting, and publishing may need additional software. This can add operational complexity for small teams.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Hosting | $15 per month (monthly). First month free | 125 MB new storage/month (~125 minutes); Standard statistics; Unlimited downloads & listens; Custom embed player; Managed WordPress site (free site included); Programmatic advertising; Audience survey & media kit; Free migration & tech support; Students eligible for 50% discount. |
| Advanced Hosting | $25 per month (monthly). First month free | Starting at 400 MB new storage/month (~6.5 hours); Advanced statistics; Additional themes & plugins for sites; Quicklinks sharing; Apple Premium episode publishing; Vid2Pod (video-to-podcast); Access to Thrive Bundle (add-on) and other advanced features. |
| Professional (Pro) Hosting | $100 per month (monthly) | Unlimited storage; 1 TB bandwidth included; Dynamic ad insertion; Private podcasting; Video-to-podcast conversion; Designed for businesses, networks, educational institutions; order/contact sales via site. |
Notes / Add-ons (official site):
- Transcription & Closed Captioning: $10 / month (add-on).
- Media Mastering (Auphonic): $10 / month (add-on).
- Thrive Bundle (advanced analytics, dynamic ads, Quicklinks, AI tools, Podcasting 2.0 features): $10 / month (add-on).
- Premium Podcasting (host paywall / premium content): $10 / month + 15% of revenue (per show); minimum subscriber price $3/mo; requires hosting subscription.
- Private Podcasting (separate private-hosting product): private plans listed on site with starter pricing noted (site states private plans start at $150/month for a simple plan and $250/month for a standard plan; enterprise pricing available via contact).
- Billing toggle on the official pricing page supports monthly vs. annual (annual savings noted elsewhere on site).
Seller details
Blubrry Inc.
Columbus, Ohio, USA
2005
Private
https://blubrry.com/
https://x.com/blubrry
https://www.linkedin.com/company/blubrry/
