Audioboom.
Audioboom is a UK-based podcast hosting and monetization platform that allows creators to distribute, manage, and monetize their podcasts across multiple platforms like Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and Amazon Music.
📍 Headquartered in London
🎙️ Hosts 10,000+ podcasts
💰 Provides ad revenue sharing, sponsorships, and premium tools
Key Features
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| 🎙️ Podcast Hosting | Upload, organize, and distribute podcast episodes easily |
| 📡 Global Distribution | Sends your content to Spotify, Apple, Deezer, iHeartRadio, etc. |
| 💸 Monetization | Programmatic ads, sponsorships, branded partnerships |
| 📊 Advanced Analytics | Track downloads, listens, demographics |
| 🤝 Creator Partnerships | Works with brands for host-read ads |
| 🔗 Embeddable Players | Audio players for websites, blogs, and social media |
| 👥 Multiple User Accounts | Great for podcast teams and production companies |
How You Earn Money on Audioboom
Ad Revenue Sharing (Dynamic Insertion)
- Ads are inserted automatically before, during, or after your episodes
- You earn per CPM (cost per 1,000 listens)
- Example: 10,000 monthly downloads = £200–£500/month
Host-Read Sponsorships
- You get matched with brands
- Read their promo during your show
- Higher pay than standard ads (up to £20–£50 per episode for mid-tier creators)
🔹 3. Premium Subscription Channel (Audioboom Plus)
- Offer exclusive episodes/content to paying subscribers
- Audioboom charges 9% + Stripe fees on earnings
Pricing Plans
| Plan | Price | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | $9.99/month | Solo podcasters or hobbyists |
| Podcasters Plus | Custom | Medium to large creators |
| Audioboom Podcast Network | Invite-only | Top-tier podcasts & monetization deals |
You can start with the free plan, but it has limits on bandwidth and monetization.
Platforms Where Your Podcast Will Be Available
- Spotify
- Apple Podcasts
- Google Podcasts
- Amazon Music
- Deezer
- TuneIn
- iHeartRadio
- Stitcher
- Your own website (via embed)
Analytics You Get
- Total listens/downloads per episode
- Listener location (UK, US, etc.)
- Device/platform (mobile, desktop, app)
- Engagement rate
- Revenue per episode (if monetized)
How to Get Started
Step-by-Step:
- Sign Up:
🔗 https://www.audioboom.com - Choose Plan: Start with free or standard plan
- Upload Your Podcast Episodes (MP3 format)
- Fill in Metadata: Title, description, tags, categories
- Submit RSS Feed to Platforms: Audioboom does this for you automatically
- Enable Monetization (after meeting eligibility like minimum listens)
- Promote Your Show: Use social media, YouTube, Reddit, website, etc.
Who Is It Best For.
- 🎙️ UK podcasters (especially beginners to mid-tier creators)
- 🧑🏫 Educators and Experts who want to monetize their knowledge
- 🎭 Voiceover Artists or Actors starting a narrative/audio drama
- 📰 Journalists & News Outlets for audio news briefings
- 📈 Businesses or Coaches looking to build brand awareness
🔁 Alternatives & Comparisons
| Platform | Strength | Weakness |
|---|---|---|
| Audioboom | UK-based, ad-ready, user-friendly | Monetization starts after min. traffic |
| Buzzsprout | Great UX, good for beginners | Limited analytics in free plan |
| Anchor (Spotify for Podcasters) | Totally free | Less control over monetization |
| Podbean | Powerful hosting & live streaming | Can be overwhelming for beginners |
