Libsyn

About Libsyn

Libsyn’s podcast-hosting service began in 2004, providing hosting, storage, bandwidth and RSS-feed tools. The company has since expanded into a broader set of publishing and monetization services for creators and publishers.

The operating company is Webmayhem, Inc., doing business as Libsyn and Liberated Syndication. It is a subsidiary of Liberated Syndication Inc. Libsyn lists its main office in Dallas, United States; filings for its parent company also list a corporate office in Pittsburgh. The brand is known for its long-running podcast hosting and distribution, alongside integrated analytics and advertising services.

Libsyn’s products and services

• Podcast hosting and publishing: Host and manage audio and video episodes, with tools for publishing and managing a podcast feed.
• Podcast distribution: Distribute podcasts to listening and video platforms. Hostcomplex’s comparison lists Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube and Amazon Music.
• Podcast analytics: Review download, audience and performance reporting.
• Podcast creation tools: Libsyn Studio provides tools for planning and producing podcasts.
• Monetization and advertising: Libsyn Ads offers advertising and campaign services, alongside other creator monetization options.
• Premium subscriptions: Offer paid podcast content, with services that can include a custom podcast app and website.
• Enterprise podcast services: Services are also available for professional media producers and corporate customers.

Servers and support

Libsyn’s public information reviewed for this page does not identify the physical locations of its podcast-media servers or data centres. Hostcomplex lists the service’s data location as the United States in its comparison. Support is available by email through Libsyn’s “Ask A Question” form. Listed support hours are weekdays and weekends, and Libsyn says phone support is available on some plans. A guaranteed response time is not confirmed.

Who Libsyn suits—and who should look elsewhere

Libsyn may suit podcasters who want hosting combined with publishing, distribution and monetization tools, or publishers seeking enterprise services. Its range also offers a route to paid listener content.

Look elsewhere if you need a provider with clearly documented physical server locations, or if your priority is a modern-feeling interface and detailed analytics. Compare podcast-focused alternatives before committing if those requirements are central to your workflow.

Read our full Libsyn review for our assessment, and compare providers in podcast hosting.