Distributing to YouTube
Submit your RSS feed to YouTube once, and every episode you publish automatically appears as a podcast on the platform.
Before You Start#
Distribution to YouTube requires an active paid subscription. If you are on a free plan, clicking the YouTube badge will prompt you to upgrade.
You also need a YouTube/Google account with access to YouTube Studio.
Step-by-Step Setup#
- Navigate to your podcast page in the studio.
- Click the YouTube badge in the row of distribution badges below your podcast header.
- The Distribute on YouTube dialog opens with a centered title and description: "This one-time setup integrates your show with YouTube. New published episodes will automatically appear on your podcast."
- Follow the numbered steps in the dialog:
Step 1#
Go to YouTube Studio and sign into your YouTube account.
Step 2#
Click on the "Create" button in the top-right corner and select "New Podcast."
Step 3#
In the popup that appears, click "Submit RSS feed."
Step 4#
When asked, copy and paste your RSS feed URL into the field. The dialog displays your RSS URL in a rounded input with a copy button.
Step 5#
Follow YouTube's instructions to verify podcast ownership. Click "Send Code" and Jellypod will forward you a verification email.
Step 6#
Go to your email inbox, copy the YouTube verification code, and paste it into the field.
After Submission#
Approval may take a few hours. Once verified, every episode you publish on Jellypod will automatically appear on YouTube.
RSS feeds on YouTube use your cover art as a still image. Videos are not yet supported via RSS. If you want full video episodes on YouTube, use Jellypod's Magic Video feature to render and upload video separately.
This is a one-time setup. You do not need to repeat it for future episodes.
Frequently Asked Questions#
Can I upload full video episodes to YouTube through the RSS feed?
No. RSS feeds on YouTube use your cover art as a still image. To upload full video episodes, use Jellypod's Magic Video feature to render the video and upload it to YouTube separately.
Do I need a YouTube channel to distribute my podcast?
Yes. You need a YouTube/Google account with access to YouTube Studio to submit your RSS feed and host your podcast on the platform.