Spreaker
Podcast hosting platforms
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What is Spreaker
Spreaker is a podcast hosting platform that provides tools to publish, distribute, and monetize podcasts through an RSS feed and major listening directories. It targets independent creators, networks, and businesses that need hosting, analytics, and ad support in one service. The product also includes browser and mobile tools for recording and live broadcasting, which differentiates it from hosting-only offerings.
Integrated recording and live tools
Spreaker includes in-app recording and editing workflows and supports live broadcasting, reducing reliance on separate creation tools. This can simplify production for creators who want to record, publish, and stream from one account. It is particularly useful for talk formats and live call-in or event-style episodes where real-time distribution matters.
Monetization and ad marketplace
Spreaker provides built-in monetization options, including dynamic ad insertion capabilities and access to an ad marketplace (availability depends on plan, geography, and eligibility). This supports creators who want to monetize without assembling separate ad-tech components. The platform also supports programmatic-style ad delivery and campaign management features compared with basic hosting plans.
Distribution and analytics support
Spreaker generates and manages podcast RSS feeds and supports distribution to major podcast directories. It offers analytics for downloads/plays and episode performance to help creators track growth and content engagement. For teams, it also supports managing multiple shows under one account, which fits small networks and agencies.
Feature access varies by plan
Key capabilities such as advanced monetization, dynamic ad insertion, and higher storage/bandwidth limits depend on subscription tier and eligibility requirements. This can make total cost and functionality less predictable as a show scales. Teams may need to upgrade earlier than expected to unlock operational features.
Analytics depth can be limited
While Spreaker provides core podcast analytics, organizations that require deeper attribution, listener-level insights, or advanced funnel reporting may need additional tooling. Privacy constraints in podcasting also limit what any host can measure, and Spreaker’s reporting may not satisfy enterprise measurement needs. Businesses running branded podcasts may want more native integrations with BI or marketing stacks.
Less enterprise governance focus
Compared with platforms designed for larger organizations, Spreaker is less oriented around enterprise governance features such as granular role-based access controls, approval workflows, and compliance administration. This may be a constraint for regulated industries or large distributed teams. Some organizations may also prefer more customizable player and web publishing options than what is available out of the box.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Free Speech | $0/mo (Always) | Monetization via ads, Unlimited episodes, One podcast per account, Auto-upload to iHeartRadio/Spotify/Apple Podcasts, Customizable RSS feed, Supporters Club 20% fee, 6 months of statistics. |
| Broadcaster | $20/mo | Monetization (ads & subscriptions), Unlimited episodes, Unlimited podcasts, Enhanced private podcasts, Apple Podcast Subscriptions, In-app support, Advanced statistics, Supporters Club 0% fee, 12 months of statistics. |
| Anchorman | $50/mo | Monetization (ads & subscriptions), Unlimited episodes and podcasts, Enhanced private podcasts, Full statistics, Customizable player colors, Collaboration feature (unlimited collaborators), In-app support, Supporters Club 0% fee, 12 months of statistics. |
| Publisher | $250/mo | Enterprise-focused: Monetization and Campaign Manager to traffic your own ads, Priority support, Full statistics, Ad campaign manager, Directly sell/manage your own ads, Unlimited collaborators and podcasts, Supporters Club 0% fee, 24 months of statistics. |
Seller details
Voxnest
New York, New York, United States
2010
Private
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