YouTube to start offering podcasters RSS uploads

To improve the podcasting experience, YouTube is introducing Really Simple Syndication (RSS) uploads for podcasters. By the end of the year, the new feature, which will allow podcasters to share their material publicly, will be accessible. In order to enable users to effortlessly enjoy podcasts on the platform, YouTube also wants to provide more podcast functionality to YouTube Music.  

An RSS feed serves as a comprehensive online file containing crucial details about each piece of content published on a site, making it a fundamental component for podcasters who wish to share their content widely. 

In a notable step toward enhancing user experience, YouTube is enabling users to integrate RSS feeds into their YouTube Music libraries, including private feeds. This development aligns YouTube Music with standalone podcast applications such as Apple Podcasts and Overcast. Additionally, it positions YouTube Music ahead of Spotify in terms of supporting private RSS feeds. Although the initial launch was limited to the US across iOS, Android, and the web, YouTube's plan to expand to other markets is eagerly anticipated. 

Parallel to these advancements, the platform is pioneering innovative features, including a new Android feature that allows users to search for songs by humming or recording the melody. The implementation of RSS uploads and expanded podcast support represents a strategic move to cater to the diverse content preferences of YouTube's user base.