Podcast FAQ

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by Zoie Stokes Published 3 years ago Updated 2 years ago
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Read or write a review in Podcasts on Mac

  • In the Podcasts app on your Mac, click Shows below Library in the sidebar.
  • Select a show to see its information page, then scroll down to the Ratings & Reviews section.
  • Do any of the following: Read reviews: Click the Forward button or the Back button to read single reviews, or click See All to see the overall show rating and ...

Apple Podcasts is a no-frills podcast streaming service well-suited to anyone knee-deep in the Apple ecosystem. Though its not the best place to go to discover indie podcasts, its ratings widget makes it great to sus out which podcasts are worth your time before you dedicate yourself to listening to them.Feb 3, 2022

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How to leave a 5 star review on Apple Podcast?

How to leave an rating or review in Apple Podcasts (on an iOS device)

  • Open the Podcasts app
  • Choose “Search” from the bottom row of icons and enter the name of the show (i.e., “The Mom Hour”) into the search field
  • Select the show under Shows ( not under Episodes)
  • Scroll down past the first few episodes until you see Ratings & Reviews
  • Click “Write a Review” underneath the displayed reviews from other listeners. ...

How to rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts?

Nevertheless, here’s how you can rate podcasts on Spotify:

  • Open the Spotify app on your iPhone or iPad.
  • Tap the Search tab in the bottom toolbar.
  • Search for the podcast that you want to leave a rating for.
  • Select the podcast from the list of options.
  • From the main podcast page, tap the three horizontal lines under the podcast cover image.
  • In the pop-up menu, select Rate show.

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How to rank a podcast on Apple?

iTunes Podcast Rankings Factors

  1. Downloads. As you can expect, downloads are one of the most important metrics that affect your iTunes podcast rankings.
  2. Plays. Plays, like downloads, are another strong indicator that people like your show, whether they occur in iTunes or the Podcasts iOS app.
  3. Subscriptions. ...
  4. iTunes Ratings. ...
  5. Reviews. ...
  6. Artwork. ...
  7. Podcast Data. ...

Why is the Apple Podcast app so terrible?

How to subscribe to a show

  • Browse or search for a show in the Apple Podcasts app.
  • Tap or click the show to see its information page.
  • Tap or click Subscribe. Now, new episodes automatically download for free and you'll get a notification as they become available.

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How do I see Apple podcast reviews?

In the Podcasts app on your Mac, click Shows below Library in the sidebar. Select a show to see its information page, then scroll down to the Ratings & Reviews section.

Why can't I see reviews on Apple podcast?

Your podcast data might not have refreshed, yet. Podcast catalogs are often cached for better performance, and the My Podcast Reviews service checks your podcast's data every morning from the USA. So it's often possible that your latest reviews are simply not cached, yet.

Is Spotify or Apple podcast better?

Respondents were asked “what platform or service do you use most to listen to podcasts?” and Spotify came in at No. 1, at 24% of weekly podcast consumers. This put it ahead of Apple Podcasts for iOS (21%) and YouTube (18%). Edison Research says its sample is in excess of 8,000 weekly podcast consumers.

Is Apple podcast free or paid?

The introduction of Apple One in 2020 connected the company's services for a discounted price. It includes Apple Music, Apple TV+, Apple Fitness+, Apple News+, Apple Arcade, and additional iCloud storage. However, the Podcasts remains completely free to access for users, and thus is not part of Apple One.

Where can I find podcast reviews?

Podcast Addict is a new entrant as reviews were only added recently in April 2020. It's one of the top few podcast apps for Android with 10m+ users. Go to your podcast's listing in the app, tap on the Reviews button and tap the new review icon in the top-right corner.

How long does it take for reviews to appear on Apple podcasts?

From what I understand it can take up to 24 hours for the reviews to show.

Which podcast app is best?

Here are the best podcast apps:Apple Podcasts. Apple Podcasts provides free access to over 30 million podcast episodes, along with the option to pay for premium shows.Google Podcasts. ... Spotify. ... Audible. ... Stitcher. ... TuneIn Radio.

What is the most popular podcast platform?

SpotifyMost Popular Podcast Platforms The most popular platform for listening to podcasts in the United States in 2020 was Spotify. In a study published by emarketer, on a sample of over 2000 respondents, Spotify was chosen by 25% of respondents. This is up from 19% the previous year.

Why are podcasts switching to Spotify?

The more podcast creators there are on the platform, the more attractive Spotify becomes for listeners. With that in mind, it grants access to data to creators early on. It lets them see data like listeners' music taste, age, gender, location, and how long they listen to a particular episode.

How do I use Apple Podcasts?

How to follow podcasts on iPhone or iPadOpen the Podcasts app.Browse or search for a show. Need help finding the shows that you like?Tap the show to see its information page.Tap the Follow button .

How much does it cost to use Apple podcast?

Pricing for each subscription is set by publishers and creators, with a minimum price of 49 cents per month. The Apple Podcasters Program, which includes tools needed to offer premium subscriptions, costs $19.99 per year.

How do Apple Podcasts make money?

It pays to share your stories. Launching a subscription can grow your total audience and give you another way to earn revenue through your podcast. In the six months following the launch of Apple Podcasts Subscriptions, one in five subscriptions enjoyed an adoption rate of more than 10%.

Why are ratings important in podcasts?

Ratings and reviews can be helpful to listeners as they explore new podcasts but do not influence charting. When a listener rates your podcast, it helps create your podcast’s average rating. Apple Podcasts displays the rating average on your show page and is specific to a country or region. For example, if a listener rates or posts a review ...

Does Apple remove reviews?

Removing reviews. Apple doesn’t remove reviews for editorial purposes. If you see a review that contains offensive material, spam, or other content that violates Apple’s Terms and Conditions, contact us.

What is Apple Podcasts?

Apple Podcasts is home to the largest and most talked-about collection of shows across all subjects. From globally recognized names to the most authentic independents, this is a place where every voice matters.#N#And that says it all.

What is the best app to listen to podcasts?

Apple Podcasts is the best app for finding, following, and listening to millions of the world’s most popular podcasts. And you can easily discover new shows through expert curation and personalized recommendations.

Is Apple Podcasts free?

Apple Podcasts offers millions of shows completely free. And some publishers offer premium shows, episodes, and channels that can be purchased through a monthly or annual subscription.

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