Castopod

Castopod is an open-source, self-hosted podcast hosting platform that enables podcasters to maintain complete control over their podcast infrastructure and data. The platform provides comprehensive podcast management tools including RSS feed generation, episode management, and built-in analytics that follow IABv2 guidelines while ensuring GDPR, CCPA, and LGPD compliance. Castopod supports distribution to major platforms like Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Deezer, while also integrating with the fediverse for decentralized social interaction.

The platform offers advanced promotional tools including video clip and soundbite creation for social media sharing. It supports multiple monetization options such as premium subscriptions, micropayments, and automated ad embedding. Castopod embraces the Podcasting 2.0 movement by supporting enhanced features like location data, person tags, transcripts, and chapters that work across compatible podcast applications.

Licensed under AGPL v3, Castopod appeals to podcasters and organizations seeking data sovereignty and freedom from commercial platform dependencies. The self-hosted nature allows users to deploy the software on their own servers or cloud infrastructure, ensuring complete transparency and control over their podcasting operations.