How to Claim Your Podcast on Podchaser

Podchaser is known as the "IMDb of podcasts," offering a comprehensive database of shows, creators, and credits. Claiming your podcast on Podchaser helps with discoverability, crediting, and professional networking.

Why Podchaser Matters

• Podcast database: Most comprehensive podcast catalog
• Creator credits: Credit guests and collaborators
• Reviews and ratings: Build social proof
• Industry recognition: Used by professionals
• Lists and curation: Featured in curated collections
• Free to claim: No cost for podcasters

Benefits of Claiming Your Podcast

• Edit and enhance your podcast information
• Add creator credits for hosts, editors, guests
• Respond to listener reviews
• Access Podchaser Pro analytics
• Link to your other platforms

How to Claim Your Podcast on Podchaser

Step 1: Find Your Podcast

1. Go to podchaser.com
2. Search for your podcast name
3. If not found, it will be added automatically from your RSS feed

Step 2: Create an Account

1. Click "Sign Up"
2. Create a Podchaser account
3. Verify your email

Step 3: Claim Your Podcast

1. Navigate to your podcast page
2. Click "Claim Podcast" or "Creator Hub"
3. Verify ownership (email verification)
4. Complete claim process

Step 4: Enhance Your Profile

Once claimed:

1. Add detailed podcast description
2. Add host and creator credits
3. Link social media accounts
4. Add categories and tags

Adding Creator Credits

One of Podchaser's unique features:

1. Go to your podcast's "Credits" section
2. Add hosts, editors, producers
3. Credit episode guests
4. Build your creator network

Encouraging Reviews

Podchaser reviews help discoverability:

1. Share your Podchaser link with listeners
2. Ask for reviews in your episodes
3. Respond to reviews (positive and negative)
4. Use reviews in marketing

Podchaser Features for Podcasters

Lists

• Create curated podcast lists
• Get featured in thematic collections
• Build credibility in your niche

Credits Network

• Connect with other creators
• Find potential collaborators
• Build your professional portfolio

Analytics (Pro)

• Audience demographics
• Listening patterns
• Review sentiment

Optimizing Your Podchaser Presence

1. Complete your profile: Fill every available field
2. Add all credits: Tag guests and team members
3. Encourage reviews: Active reviews boost visibility
4. Join lists: Get added to curated collections
5. Network: Connect with other podcasters

Podchaser for Guest Discovery

Use Podchaser to:

• Find potential guests
• Research guest appearances
• Verify creator credentials
• Pitch yourself as a guest

Troubleshooting

Podcast Not Found

• Check if RSS feed is publicly accessible
• Submit your feed directly to Podchaser
• Allow 24-48 hours for indexing

Claim Verification Issues

• Ensure you're using the email in your RSS feed
• Contact Podchaser support for help
• Provide alternative ownership proof