Written by Admin on 2025-05-06

How to Create a Podcast Download in WordPress

If you are running a podcast, it is important to make it accessible to your listeners. One way to do this is by creating a podcast download feature on your website. In this article, we will show you how to create a podcast download in WordPress using a few simple steps.

Step 1: Install a Podcasting Plugin

To create a podcast download in WordPress, you need to install a podcasting plugin. Some popular options include PowerPress, Seriously Simple Podcasting, and Blubrry PowerPress. We will be using PowerPress for this tutorial.

To install the plugin, go to your WordPress dashboard and navigate to Plugins > Add New. Search for PowerPress and click “Install Now.” Once the installation is complete, click “Activate.”

Step 2: Configure PowerPress

After activating PowerPress, you need to configure it to create a podcast download. Click on the PowerPress menu item in your dashboard and select “Settings.”

Under the General Settings tab, you can add your podcast title, subtitle, and description. You can also choose your media file types and set the default media player.

Next, go to the iTunes Settings tab. Here, you can add your podcast artwork, category, and other relevant information. This information will help your podcast show up in iTunes searches.

After configuring the settings, click “Save Changes.”

Step 3: Upload Your Podcast Episodes

With PowerPress configured, you can now upload your podcast episodes. To do this, go to Posts > Add New and create a new post for your episode.

In the post editor, scroll down to the “Podcast Episode” section. Here, you can add your episode title, subtitle, and description. You can also upload your media file and choose the media player.

Once you have added all the details, click “Publish.”

Step 4: Add the Podcast Download to Your Website

To add the podcast download to your website, you need to create a podcast player. PowerPress makes this easy. Simply copy the “Embed Player” code from your episode edit screen and paste it into your website where you want the player to appear.

You can also add a download link to your website by selecting “Download” from the “Link to Media File” dropdown in the “Podcast Episode” section of your episode edit screen.

Congratulations, you have now created a podcast download in WordPress! With these simple steps, you can make your podcast accessible to your listeners and increase your reach.