Anchor

Anchor, now fully integrated into Spotify for Creators, is a free podcasting platform designed to make podcast creation, hosting, and monetization accessible to everyone. It provides unlimited audio (and video) hosting, so creators can upload as many episodes as they like without worrying about bandwidth or storage limits.

With Anchor’s tools, you can record directly from your phone or desktop, edit episodes easily, add background music, and even invite guests remotely to record together — all without leaving the platform. It also supports listener interaction through voice messages, which creators can incorporate into episodes as part of a more engaging podcasting experience.

Distribution is seamless: once you publish, your show is pushed to Spotify and all major podcast directories, helping you reach a wider audience effortlessly. For monetization, Anchor offers built-in options — podcasters can earn through listener support (tips) or by participating in sponsorship programs where ads are inserted into episodes.

On the analytics side, Anchor provides basic listener stats and insights about demographics and listening behavior. Since its acquisition by Spotify, the platform’s features have been folded into Spotify for Creators, which now combines hosting, video podcasting, interactive tools like polls and Q&A, and monetization capabilities in a single dashboard.

In short, Anchor (Spotify for Creators) is a powerful, zero-cost podcasting solution that makes it easy to launch, grow, and earn from your podcast — whether you’re just starting out or looking to scale.