How to Get Your Podcast on Samsung Podcasts
Samsung Podcasts (part of Samsung Free) is pre-installed on Samsung Galaxy devices, giving you access to hundreds of millions of potential listeners. Getting your podcast on Samsung devices means reaching this massive Android audience.
Why Samsung Podcasts Matters
- Pre-installed: On all Samsung Galaxy phones
- Massive reach: Hundreds of millions of devices
- Growing platform: Increasing podcast investment
- Android audience: Premium Android market
- No separate app needed: Built into Samsung Free
Samsung Free Overview
Samsung Free includes:
- Free news content
- Games
- Podcasts section
- Samsung TV Plus
Users discover podcasts through:
- Browse by category
- Search
- Recommendations
How Samsung Indexes Podcasts
Samsung typically partners with:
- Major podcast distributors
- Through Apple Podcasts catalog
- Podcast aggregation services
Getting Listed on Samsung Podcasts
Primary Method: Apple Podcasts
- Get listed on Apple Podcasts
- Samsung may index from Apple's catalog
- Process is not instant or guaranteed
Alternative: Distribution Partners
Samsung may work with podcast distributors:
- Check if your host has Samsung partnership
- Dispatch ensures broad distribution
- Your feed reaches aggregators
Direct Contact (For Large Shows)
For significant podcasts:
- Samsung may accept direct submissions
- Contact Samsung developer relations
- Provide podcast metrics
Verifying Your Listing
- Open Samsung Free on a Galaxy device
- Navigate to Podcasts section
- Search for your podcast name
- Check if episodes are available
Samsung Galaxy Audience
Samsung users represent:
- Premium Android segment
- Global market presence
- Tech-forward audience
- Growing podcast consumption
Optimizing for Samsung
Audio Quality
- Samsung devices have good audio hardware
- Ensure high-quality encoding
- Test on Samsung devices if possible
Metadata
- Complete descriptions
- Proper categorization
- Valid RSS format
Samsung-Specific Considerations
Regional Availability
- Samsung Free varies by region
- Podcasts may appear in some markets only
- Focus on major markets first
Discovery
- Browse categories are limited
- Search is primary discovery
- Recommendations based on listening
Troubleshooting
Podcast Not Found
- Ensure Apple Podcasts listing
- Samsung indexing may be delayed
- Not all podcasts appear immediately
Episodes Not Updating
- Samsung syncs periodically
- Updates may take longer than other platforms
- Verify RSS feed is current
Limited Control
- Less podcaster control than dedicated apps
- Can't claim or manage listing directly
- Focus on upstream distribution