If you want to make money through your podcast there are a lot of great ways to get started! Remember, not every strategy will fit every podcaster and every show! Here are some of our favorite ways to make money using Buzzsprout!
Listener Support
This may be the simplest way to monetize your show. Let your listeners support you! In Buzzsporut you can use our Buzzsprout Subscriptions feature to give your listeners a way to support your show monetarily. We give you a few different options.
Support the Show: Let your listeners contribute to your show using our Support the Show option.
Recurring Support: Through Buzzsprout Subscriptions you can give your listeners an easy way to support your show automatically each month, just because they want to!
Premium Content: Want to provide something extra for the listeners supporting you? Use the Premium Content subscription option. This allows you to offer premium episodes just to your paying listeners!
Buzzsprout Ads
Ads are a popular way to earn money through podcasting, and we've built a tool to make it super easy in your account. If your podcast qualifies for Buzzsprout Ads you can get started right now! Buzzsprout Ads will match your show with podcasters looking to promote their show. Then as you accept ads, we will place them in your episodes for you so you don't have to edit anything manually! Learn more about Buzzsprout Ads here: Buzzsprout Ads Overview
Affiliate Links
Each Buzzsprout account includes a refer-a-friend link you can share with fellow podcasters. When someone uses your link to sign up for a paid Buzzsprout plan, you will both receive a $20 credit in your Buzzsprout wallet! It is a win-win! You can find your unique referral URL in your account by going to Settings > Refer-A-Friend.
Sponsorships
Sponsorships may be the most work, but they can also yield the best results. Sponsorships are typically partnerships between a podcaster and a brand, where the podcaster will run ads that promote the brand's product or service. You can work directly with sponsors or use a service like Podcorn to help you find sponsors.
Pro Tip: Buzzsprout has a great Dynamic Content tool that will help you drop sponsor content into your episodes easily!
Remember, building a sustainable income from a podcast takes time and consistent effort. Focus on creating high-quality content, growing your audience, and exploring different monetization strategies!