Podbean Free plan

Podbean is a podcast hosting platform with AI tools and an ads marketplace. You can sign up for a free account and upgrade at any time.

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Podbean Free plan is a marketing and sales perk from Podbean, offering a free account (upgrade any time), with no funding required.

Value: Free
Who qualifies: No funding needed
Benefit type: Free plan
Terms: Stated by provider

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What you get

Inside Podbean Free plan

Podbean's pricing page says you can sign up for a free account and upgrade at any time. Its FAQ says you can create a podcast for free. Paid plans cannot be downgraded back to the free plan. The page does not state the free plan's upload or storage allowance. Unlimited Audio costs $17 a month, or $12 a month billed yearly.

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 account, with no end date stated.
Other requirements: Paid plans cannot be downgraded back to the free plan. The free allowance is not stated on the pricing page.

How to claim

How to apply for Podbean Free plan

Steps to apply

1Sign up free at podbean.com.
2No application is needed.

Good to know: Plans read on podbean.com/podcast-hosting-pricing on October 28, 2026.

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Source: The provider's official program page

Value is the headline maximum Podbean advertises. What your company actually receives depends on your eligibility and how you use the program, and terms can change. A comparison, not endorsed by the programs listed. A link labeled as a referral link may earn us a commission, and a program labeled Same owner comes from the company that runs StartupPerks. Confirm current terms on the provider's page.

Questions

Podbean Free plan: common questions

Is Podbean free?

Yes, Podbean can be used for free. Free account (upgrade any time). As stated on Podbean's own page, linked on this page.

Who qualifies for Podbean Free plan?

Podbean Free plan is open to any startup, with no funding required. Paid plans cannot be downgraded back to the free plan. The free allowance is not stated on the pricing page.

Do I need to be VC-backed or in an accelerator to get Podbean Free plan?

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

How do I apply for Podbean Free plan?

How long do I have to use Podbean Free plan, and does it expire?

Free account, with no end date stated.

Is Podbean Free plan available outside the US?

Podbean Free plan is available globally, subject to the provider's terms.

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