Acast Starter plan

Acast is a podcast hosting and monetization platform. Its free Starter plan covers one show with five episodes, and lists monetization with ads.

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Acast Starter plan is a marketing and sales perk from Acast, offering free Starter (1 show, 5 episodes), with no funding required.

Value: Free
Who qualifies: No funding needed
Benefit type: Free plan
Terms: Verified

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What you get

Inside Acast Starter plan

Acast's Starter plan is free, with one show and five episodes.
Its footnote says unlimited episodes come when you make your show available in Acast's advertising marketplace.
Acast asks for card details at sign-up but says the free tier is not charged.
The Essential plan lists $25 a month and $14.99 a month.

Source: The provider's official program page

Eligibility

Who it's for

Free plan Any startup

Funding / backing: No funding needed
Geography: Global
Recurring / expiry: Free Starter plan, with no end date stated.
Other requirements: Unlimited episodes need the show to be available in Acast's advertising marketplace.

How to claim

How to apply for Acast Starter plan

Steps to apply

1Sign up free at acast.com.
2Card details are asked at sign-up but not charged on the free tier.

Good to know: Plans read on acast.com/en/pricing on October 28, 2026.

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Source: The provider's official program page

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Questions

Acast Starter plan: common questions

What do you get with Acast Starter plan?

Acast Starter plan offers free Starter (1 show, 5 episodes). Acast's Starter plan is free, with one show and five episodes. Its footnote says unlimited episodes come when you make your show available in Acast's advertising marketplace. Acast asks for card details at sign-up but says the free tier is not charged. The Essential plan lists $25 a month and $14.99 a month.

Who qualifies for Acast Starter plan?

Acast Starter plan is open to any startup, with no funding required. Unlimited episodes need the show to be available in Acast's advertising marketplace.

Do I need to be VC-backed or in an accelerator to get Acast Starter plan?

No. Acast Starter plan is open to any startup that meets the stated criteria, no investor or accelerator backing required.

How do I apply for Acast Starter plan?

How long do I have to use Acast Starter plan, and does it expire?

Free Starter plan, with no end date stated.

Is Acast Starter plan available outside the US?

Acast Starter plan is available globally, subject to the provider's terms.

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