From TechCrunch · Ivan Mehta · · 1m 10s
Spotify opens podcast payouts to 35 countries
Spotify is expanding its podcast partner program to 35 regions, letting creators earn from ads and Premium subscriptions across new markets.
In brief
Spotify is expanding its podcast partner program to 35 regions, letting creators earn from ads and Premium subscriptions across new markets. Spotify's podcast monetization program now reaches 35 countries, making it easier for creators worldwide to earn from both video and audio content. Originally reported by…
Spotify expands podcast payouts globally
Spotify is bringing its podcast partner program to 35 countries this fall, including Italy, Spain, Brazil, Mexico, Colombia, Poland, Chile, the Dominican Republic, and the Bahamas.
How creators earn on Spotify
Eligible podcasters earn from both video and audio content. Premium user views count toward revenue, as does ad revenue from free listeners. Creators keep all sponsorship earnings.
Video podcasts are booming
Video podcast consumption on Spotify jumped 140% since launching in 2022. Total monthly payouts to shows have increased by a third since January.
“video podcast consumption on Spotify has increased 140% since the feature was launched in 2022”
Lower barriers for new creators
Spotify lowered eligibility requirements earlier this year. Creators now need just three episodes, 2,000 consumption hours, and 1,000 engaged listeners in the last 30 days to earn.
Eligibility changes boost engagement
The relaxed requirements increased consumption in participating shows by an average of 45%, signaling stronger creator participation across the platform.
The headline
Spotify's podcast monetization program now reaches 35 countries, making it easier for creators worldwide to earn from both video and audio content.
