Castopod

About

Castopod is an open-source hosting platform originating from France, specifically designed for podcasters who seek to engage and interact with their audience. Operating as a free and open-source solution, Castopod offers a robust product portfolio including comprehensive podcast hosting and a dedicated podcast manager. Its unique features encompass support for ActivityPub, the ability to import and export OPML feeds, a dark mode, and a user-friendly experience that requires no registration. The platform also encourages community involvement through features allowing users to suggest and vote on new functionalities. Castopod is designed for self-hosting, utilizing PHP/MySQL. It has established a notable market presence as a versatile alternative in the podcasting and music streaming ecosystem, frequently being compared to and rated positively against various other platforms by users on sites like AlternativeTo. The company maintains a social media presence on Facebook.