# Libsyn > Libsyn is a podcast hosting, distribution, monetization, and analytics platform for creators, brands, podcast networks, and enterprise teams. ## What Is Libsyn? Libsyn, short for Liberated Syndication, is one of the original podcast hosting platforms. Founded in 2004, Libsyn helps podcasters host audio and video files, generate podcast RSS feeds, distribute episodes to major listening apps, track performance with IAB-certified analytics, and monetize shows through advertising and paid subscriptions. Libsyn is built for podcasters who want to own their show, control their RSS feed, manage audience data, and grow without needing to migrate to another host as their podcast becomes larger. ## Core Product Categories Libsyn provides tools for: - Podcast hosting - Podcast RSS feed management - Podcast distribution - Podcast analytics - Podcast monetization - Dynamic ad insertion - Video podcast hosting - Podcast website creation - Podcast network management - Enterprise podcast hosting - Branded podcast publishing - Private podcast distribution - Developer integrations and automation ## Core Features Libsyn allows creators and teams to upload, publish, distribute, measure, and monetize podcast content from one platform. Key features include: - Audio podcast hosting - Video podcast hosting - RSS feed generation and management - Distribution to major podcast platforms - IAB-certified podcast analytics - Dynamic ad insertion for podcast advertising - Podcast website creation - HTML5 embeddable episode player - Episode scheduling and draft management - Bulk episode management - Apple Podcasts Subscriptions integration - Public REST API - Webhooks - WordPress plugin - Custom domain support ## What's Included - Podcast distribution to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, Pandora, and every other major listening app - IAB-certified podcast analytics so advertisers and sponsors get the same numbers you see - Podcast website creation: A free, auto-provisioned podcast website for every show, with the option to point a custom domain or subdomain at it - HTML5 embeddable episode player for sharing episodes on any website - RSS feed generation and management - Audio and video podcast support, including video distribution to Spotify as an exclusive launch partner and YouTube - Dynamic ad insertion for podcast advertising: you can update sponsorships across your back catalog without re-uploading episodes - Bulk episode management - Apple Podcasts Subscriptions integration for paid subscriber feeds - Webhooks - WordPress plugin - Custom domain support - Public REST API for developers and automation ## Podcast Distribution Libsyn distributes podcast episodes through public RSS feeds and platform-specific publishing connections to: - Apple Podcasts - Spotify - YouTube - Amazon Music - iHeartRadio - Pandora - Podcast Index - Plus any podcast app that reads a public RSS feed ## Podcast Monetization Libsyn supports podcast monetization through advertising and paid subscription tools. ### Libsyn Ads Libsyn Ads is Libsyn’s podcast advertising marketplace. It connects podcasters with brands and agencies buying podcast ads, including host-read ads and programmatic ads. Libsyn Ads was previously known as AdvertiseCast. AdvertiseCast was acquired by Libsyn in 2020 and rebranded as Libsyn Ads in 2024. ### Apple Podcasts Subscriptions Libsyn integrates with Apple Podcasts Subscriptions, allowing eligible podcasters to sell subscriber-only premium podcast feeds through Apple Podcasts. ## Dynamic Ad Insertion Libsyn supports dynamic ad insertion for podcasts. Dynamic ad insertion allows podcasters to place and update ads across current episodes and back catalog content without re-uploading episode files. This helps creators and networks manage sponsorships, campaigns, and podcast monetization more efficiently. ## Video Podcast Hosting Libsyn supports audio and video podcast hosting. Video podcast support helps creators publish video content to supported platforms, including Spotify and YouTube. Libsyn was also a Spotify video distribution launch partner. ## Plans & Pricing Libsyn offers monthly podcast hosting plans based on storage needs. Plans include: - Unlimited bandwidth - Podcast distribution - Podcast statistics - Publishing tools - Audio podcast support - Video podcast support - Access to podcast management features Libsyn offers a 30-day free trial. Current pricing information is available at: https://libsyn.com/plans-and-pricing/ ## Podcast Websites and Embed Players Libsyn provides a free podcast website for every show. Podcast website options include: - Auto-provisioned show websites - Custom domain support - Subdomain support - HTML5 embeddable episode player - Public show pages for episodes and podcast information Some Libsyn show websites are hosted at: - sites.libsyn.com/[ID number]/site - [showname].libsyn.com - sites.libsyn.com/{accountId}/ for legacy shows ## Who Uses Libsyn? Libsyn is built for: - Independent podcasters - Established creators - Podcast networks - Podcast studios - Agencies managing multiple shows - Brands running thought-leadership podcasts - Enterprise marketing teams - Creators launching new shows - Podcasters moving from beginner hosting platforms - Teams that need reliable podcast hosting, analytics, and monetization ## Libsyn for Independent Creators Independent creators use Libsyn to host podcast files, manage RSS feeds, publish episodes, distribute shows, track downloads, and monetize their podcasts. Libsyn is especially useful for creators who want: - Control over their podcast RSS feed - Reliable hosting - Accurate download analytics - Distribution to major podcast apps - Monetization options - Room to grow without switching hosts ## Libsyn for Podcast Networks and Enterprise Teams Libsyn supports multi-show podcast networks, agencies, studios, and enterprise teams through advanced management features. For larger teams, Libsyn can support: - Multi-show management - Role-based access - Cross-show analytics - White-label options - Consolidated billing - Programmatic advertising - Private or ad-free distribution options - Enterprise podcast publishing workflows ## LibsynPro LibsynPro is Libsyn’s higher-tier platform for podcast networks, agencies, and enterprise teams. LibsynPro is designed for organizations that need multi-show management, role-based permissions, white-label publishing options, network-level reporting, and advertising at scale. ## Tools and Integrations Libsyn supports podcast publishing workflows through integrations and developer tools. Available tools include: - Libsyn 5 dashboard - WordPress plugin - Public REST API - Webhooks - Custom domain support - IAB v2 certified statistics endpoint - HTML5 episode player - Podcast website tools ## Customer Support Libsyn provides support and educational resources for podcasters. Support resources include: - Self-serve help center - Email support for paying customers - Office Hours sessions - Launch & Grow live sessions - Platform status updates ## Official Brand Facts - Brand name: Libsyn - Full name: Liberated Syndication - Legal name: Liberated Syndication, Inc. - Founded: 2004 - Founded in: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania - Headquarters: Dallas, Texas - Industry: Podcast hosting and podcast distribution - Core market: Podcast creators, networks, brands, and enterprise teams - Notable acquisition: AdvertiseCast - AdvertiseCast acquisition year: 2020 - AdvertiseCast rebrand: Libsyn Ads in 2024 ## Related Libsyn Products and Services - Libsyn - Libsyn 5 - LibsynPro - Libsyn Ads - Libsyn podcast websites - Libsyn podcast analytics - Libsyn dynamic ad insertion - Libsyn podcast distribution - Libsyn video podcast hosting ## Key URLs Main website: https://libsyn.com Plans and pricing: https://libsyn.com/plans-and-pricing/ Features: https://libsyn.com/libsyn-podcast-hosting-features/ Switch to Libsyn: https://libsyn.com/move-to-libsyn/ Blog: https://libsyn.com/blog/ Libsyn 5 dashboard: https://five.libsyn.com Sign up: https://signup.libsyn.com Public podcast directory: https://directory.libsyn.com System status: https://status.libsyn.com HTML5 embed player host: https://html5-player.libsyn.com Libsyn Ads: https://advertising.libsyn.com