--- title: "Podcast Distribution: The Complete Hub | Castos" canonical: https://castos.com/podcast-distribution/ description: "How to publish, syndicate, and distribute your podcast to every directory listeners use — Apple, Spotify, YouTube, Amazon, Stitcher, and more." source: rendered HTML, generated at build time --- 1. [Home](https://castos.com/) › 2. [Blog](https://castos.com/blog/) › 3. Podcast Distribution Distribution # Publishing & Distribution Get your show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and every other directory listeners use — without re-uploading a single file. ![Podcast publishing and distribution — Castos guide](https://images-cdn.castos.com/2026/06/podcast-distribution-featured.webp) Distribution is the step that turns a [finished, edited episode](https://castos.com/podcast-editing/) into a show people can actually find. Our flagship guide to the [best podcast hosting platforms](https://castos.com/best-podcast-hosting-services/) covers where to start; the guides below explain how publishing really works and how to get listed everywhere that matters. Under the hood it’s simpler than it looks: a [podcast RSS feed](https://castos.com/podcast-rss-feed/) is the single source every app reads, [one-click distribution](https://castos.com/one-click-podcast-distribution/) pushes it out automatically, and [podcast syndication](https://castos.com/podcast-syndication/) explains how your episodes propagate across the ecosystem. Getting listed is a checklist, not a mystery. Submit to [Apple Podcasts](https://castos.com/submit-your-podcast-to-apple-podcasts/), [Spotify](https://castos.com/how-to-submit-a-podcast-to-spotify/), and [Amazon Music & Audible](https://castos.com/submit-a-podcast-to-amazon-music-audible/), then [upload your podcast to YouTube](https://castos.com/upload-a-podcast-to-youtube/) to reach the biggest discovery platform of all. Once you’re everywhere listeners are, the next moves are [growing your audience](https://castos.com/podcast-marketing/) and [monetizing the show](https://castos.com/podcast-monetization/). [Castos](https://castos.com/podcast-hosting-platform/) generates your feed and handles distribution — including built-in YouTube republishing — from a single upload. Quick Answer ## How do I distribute my podcast to Apple, Spotify, and Google? Use a podcast host (Castos, Buzzsprout, Libsyn) to generate your RSS feed, then submit that feed once to each directory. Apple and Spotify take a few days to approve; most others are instant. Your hosting provider should also push you to YouTube and Amazon Music automatically. On this page - [Flagship Guide](#flagship-guide) - [Distribution Fundamentals](#sub-topics) - [Directory Submission Guides](#roundups) - [Publishing How-Tos](#setup) - [Frequently Asked Questions](#faqs) Flagship Guide ### 9 Best Podcast Hosting Platforms (Free and Paid) The hosting platform you choose decides how easily your show reaches every directory. Our flagship comparison of the 9 hosts worth knowing about — and the trade-offs that matter for new podcasters. [Read the guide →](https://castos.com/best-podcast-hosting-services/) ## Distribution Fundamentals The four foundational guides every podcaster should read before submitting their show. [ Sub-Topic ### One-Click Podcast Distribution How modern hosting platforms push to every directory in a single submission. Read guide →](https://castos.com/one-click-podcast-distribution/)[ Sub-Topic ### Podcast Syndication: A Primer What syndication really means in podcasting — and the misunderstandings to avoid. Read guide →](https://castos.com/podcast-syndication/)[ Sub-Topic ### Podcast RSS Feeds Explained The technical core of podcast distribution — what your feed needs to include and why. Read guide →](https://castos.com/podcast-rss-feed/)[ Sub-Topic ### Apple Podcasts in Any Browser How to listen to Apple Podcasts on the web — and why it matters for show promotion. Read guide →](https://castos.com/apple-podcasts-in-any-browser/) ## Directory Submission Guides Step-by-step walkthroughs for every directory worth submitting your show to. [ Roundup ### Submit to Apple Podcasts The most-used directory — what your show needs to pass review. View picks →](https://castos.com/submit-your-podcast-to-apple-podcasts/)[ Roundup ### Submit to Spotify The fastest-growing podcast platform — submission and promotion playbook. View picks →](https://castos.com/how-to-submit-a-podcast-to-spotify/)[ Roundup ### Submit to Amazon Music & Audible Amazon-owned distribution that pairs your show with paying listeners. View picks →](https://castos.com/submit-a-podcast-to-amazon-music-audible/)[ Roundup ### Submit to Stitcher Smaller but still meaningful — Stitcher has a loyal listener base. View picks →](https://castos.com/how-to-submit-a-podcast-to-stitcher/)[ Roundup ### Submit to iHeartRadio iHeart distribution opens up a big terrestrial-radio crossover audience. View picks →](https://castos.com/iheartradio-podcast-submission/)[ Roundup ### Pandora Podcast Submission How to get your show into Pandora Stations and the recommendations engine. View picks →](https://castos.com/pandora-podcasts/) ## Publishing How-Tos The publish-side details that elevate a basic upload into a professional release. - [How-To Apple Podcasts Subscriptions Setup →](https://castos.com/apple-podcasts-subscriptions/) - [How-To Direct Show Submission to Apple Podcasts →](https://castos.com/show-submission-to-apple-podcasts/) - [How-To Promote a Podcast on Spotify (7 Steps) →](https://castos.com/promote-a-podcast-on-spotify/) - [How-To Apple Episode Artwork: Best Practices →](https://castos.com/apple-episode-artwork/) - [How-To Upload a Podcast to YouTube →](https://castos.com/upload-a-podcast-to-youtube/) [Browse all distribution articles →](https://castos.com/blog/all/) ## Frequently Asked Questions How do I submit my podcast to Apple Podcasts? Generate your RSS feed via a podcast host (Castos handles this automatically), then submit the feed URL in Apple Podcasts Connect. Approval takes 1–5 days. Once approved, new episodes appear within the hour you publish them. How long does podcast directory approval take? Apple Podcasts: 1–5 days. Spotify: usually under a day. Most others: instant or under 24 hours. If you have not heard back from Apple after a week, check that your feed validates at validator.w3.org/feed/. Can I submit one podcast to multiple directories? Yes — and you should. The same RSS feed gets submitted to every directory you want to be on. Modern hosts (including Castos) push to many directories automatically with one form. Do I need YouTube as a podcast directory? Increasingly, yes. YouTube has become the second-largest podcast platform after Apple, especially for younger listeners. Most hosting platforms will republish your audio to YouTube as a video file with artwork. What is the difference between hosting and distribution? Hosting is where your audio files live and your RSS feed is generated. Distribution is the act of submitting that feed to the directories listeners use. A good host makes distribution a one-click step. ## Related Hubs Where to go next after your show is everywhere listeners are. [ Pillar 08 ### Growing Your Podcast Audience Podcast SEO, cross-promotion, repurposing, and the marketing tactics that actually move downloads. Explore hub →](https://castos.com/podcast-marketing/)[ Pillar 05 ### Editing & Producing Episodes Cut faster, sound better: software picks, edit workflows, and post-production techniques. Explore hub →](https://castos.com/podcast-editing/)[ Pillar 07 ### Planning Your Podcast Show Name, format, audience, and content strategy: the planning work that compounds for years. Explore hub →](https://castos.com/podcast-planning/)[ Pillar 09 ### Podcast Monetization Sponsorships, premium feeds, listener support, and the math behind making real money from your show. Explore hub →](https://castos.com/podcast-monetization/) ## One feed. Every directory. One platform. Castos pushes your show to Apple, Spotify, YouTube, Amazon, and every other major directory automatically — try it free for 14 days. [Start 14-day free trial→](https://app.castos.com/register)[See pricing](https://castos.com/pricing/) ## Get gear tests & growth tactics in your inbox Actionable podcasting tactics, gear tests, and growth playbooks — no fluff, no spam. Get the best articles from our blog, right to your inbox. Whether you're a seasoned podcasting pro or just getting started we've got some great stuff in store for you. Email Address Sign Up