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Buzzsprout
Buzzsprout · Jacksonville, Florida, United States · founded 2009
What it is
Buzzsprout hosts and distributes audio and video podcast episodes, with tools for publishing, analytics, monetization, and podcast websites. Video podcasts can be distributed to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube, while the service also provides an RSS feed and distribution to major directories. Analytics filter bots and duplicate requests, and statistics are IAB 2.2 Certified. Monetization options include subscriptions, ads, dynamic content, and listener payments. Automatic transcripts are intended to support accessibility and SEO; podcast websites include transcripts, an RSS feed, directory links, and custom URLs. Mobile apps are available for managing a podcast. The free service lasts 90 days and allows two hours of content per cycle. Free-plan episodes are hosted for 90 days, then remain in a safety net for another 90 days before permanent removal. Audio costs $18 a month for six hours monthly, and Audio + Video costs $30 a month for six hours monthly. Additional hours on those plans cost $2/hour and are added to the next invoice; annual plans do not allow additional hours. Buzzsprout was founded in 2009 and is based in Jacksonville, Florida.
For and against
For
- Distributes video podcasts to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube
- Analytics filter bots and duplicate requests
- Monetization includes subscriptions, ads, and listener payments
- Automatic transcripts and podcast websites are included
- Mobile apps support podcast management
Against
- Free episodes are hosted for 90 days
- Free plan allows two hours of content per cycle
- Private podcasts are not supported
- Annual plans do not allow additional hours
The verdict
Buzzsprout combines podcast hosting with distribution, transcripts, analytics, and monetization options. Consider the free episode retention period and monthly upload hours when choosing a plan.
Who it suits
Buzzsprout suits podcasters who want hosting, directory distribution, analytics, and monetization in one service. Its video distribution and mobile apps may also suit creators managing audio and video shows.
Plans and prices
Free
2 hours upload allowance · 90-day episode hosting
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Audio
6 hours per month · 1 podcast · Unlimited episodes
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Audio + Video
6 hours per month · 1 video podcast · 1080p video
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Multi-Podcast Audio - up to 5
Up to 5 podcasts · 15 shared hours per month
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Multi-Podcast Audio - up to 10
Up to 10 podcasts · 35 shared hours per month
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Multi-Podcast Video - up to 5
Up to 5 podcasts · 15 shared hours per month
Read 20 Sep 2026 · buzzsprout.com
Multi-Podcast Video - up to 10
Up to 10 video podcasts
Read 20 Sep 2026 · buzzsprout.com
Audio plan
Read 27 Sep 2026 · buzzsprout.com
Audio + Video plan
Read 27 Sep 2026 · buzzsprout.com
On the record
- Extra Hour Billing
- Overage hours are automatically added to the next invoice.buzzsprout.com · read 27 Sep 2026
- Bot Filtering
- Analytics automatically remove bots and duplicate requests.buzzsprout.com · read 27 Sep 2026
- Analytics Certification
- Podcast statistics are IAB 2.2 Certified.buzzsprout.com · read 27 Sep 2026
- Analytics level
- advancedbuzzsprout.com · read 20 Sep 2026
- Annual Overage Limit
- Annual plans do not allow additional hours.buzzsprout.com · read 27 Sep 2026
- Company History
- Buzzsprout says it has helped over 400,000 podcasters launch shows since 2009.buzzsprout.com · read 27 Sep 2026
- Directory Distribution
- Shows can be listed in Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other leading podcast directories.buzzsprout.com · read 27 Sep 2026
- Free Episode Retention
- Free-plan episodes are hosted for 90 days, then expire from the account.buzzsprout.com · read 27 Sep 2026
- Free Trial Period
- The service is free for 90 days.buzzsprout.com · read 27 Sep 2026
- Free Upload Limit
- The free plan allows two hours of content per cycle.buzzsprout.com · read 27 Sep 2026
- Mobile Apps
- Buzzsprout offers mobile apps for managing a podcast anywhere.buzzsprout.com · read 27 Sep 2026
- Monetization Features
- Monetization includes subscriptions, ads, dynamic content, and listener payments.buzzsprout.com · read 27 Sep 2026
- Monetization tools
- Yesbuzzsprout.com · read 20 Sep 2026
- Monthly upload hours
- 6buzzsprout.com · read 20 Sep 2026
- Podcast Hosting
- Publishes audio and video episodes online and distributes them to listeners.buzzsprout.com · read 27 Sep 2026
- Podcast Standards
- Buzzsprout is certified by the Podcast Standards Project.buzzsprout.com · read 27 Sep 2026
- Podcast Transcripts
- Automatic industry-standard transcripts support accessibility and SEO.buzzsprout.com · read 27 Sep 2026
- Podcast Website
- Podcast websites include transcripts, an RSS feed, directory links, and custom URLs.buzzsprout.com · read 27 Sep 2026
