don't just host your podcast.
own it.
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3-minute tour of Yellowball
don't just host your podcast. own it.
Most platforms host your feed on their domain, so if they shut down or lock your account, your podcast and your audience could disappear overnight. With Yellowball, you own your RSS feed at your domain. Your listeners stay with you. Always.
no BS? what does that even mean
At Yellowball, no BS starts with privacy. Sign up with just a username, no email required. Want to stay anonymous? Pay with crypto. No unnecessary data collection, no hidden fees.
no badges, no awards
Some platforms dangle badges and awards to keep you hooked, that's not our style. When you create, you should create freely. At Yellowball, there are no milestones to hit or pressure to perform. You're only accountable to yourself.
tracking not included
Most websites are packed with trackers monitoring your every move, it's all BS. We don't do that at Yellowball. No Google Analytics, no hidden scripts. You still get download numbers and listener data, just without the invasive tracking.
no mandatory branding
Your content belongs to you. We don't make you put our name on it. If you're paying for something, it shouldn't come with strings attached. With Yellowball, branding is optional and can be easily disabled, no extra charge.
KISS - Keep It Simple Stupid
We keep podcast hosting simple and private. You get reliable hosting and the features you need, with a dashboard that respects your time.
unlimited downloads
We believe you shouldn’t have to pay more just because your audience is growing. With unlimited downloads, you can focus on creating great content without worrying about extra costs as your show gains more listeners. Punishing success? That’s BS, and we don’t do that.
FAQS
Do I retain ownership of my data?
Absolutely. You retain 100% ownership over your data. Yellowball is here just to host and distribute your content.
How can I switch from another platform?
Once you create an account, you'll have the option to "Create a Show" or "Import a Show". Migrating from your existing platform is as easy as entering your RSS feed, validating ownership, and waiting for the import to finish.
Podcasts are public, so who cares about privacy?
Just because something is public doesn’t mean it can’t be privacy-friendly. We’ve grown too used to sharing data, even when it’s unnecessary. That’s why we put simplicity and privacy first at Yellowball. For example, you can sign up using just a username, no email required. If anonymity is important to you, you can pay with crypto (monero/bitcoin). If you prefer to use a credit card, only the essential information is required: card number, expiration date, CVV, and zip code.
I need help, what do I do?
Our team is here to help. If you have an existing account, you can open a support ticket. Or you can always send an email to hi@yellowball.fm with any questions.
Is it open source?
Short answer: No, not at this time.
Longer answer: We're taking a similar approach to the founder of Start9
, Matt Hill. In this
podcast episode, he discussed how licensing can be a strategic tool. When Start9 began, it was closed source. Although their goal was to eventually have the freest licensing possible (which they now have), they initially used restrictive software licensing to nurture their product into something sustainable. He explained that licensing is not a principled or religious obligation but rather a tool like wires, components, and money to help StartOS survive.
Their strategy was to gradually open up the software. They started with closed source, moved to source-available for personal use only, then allowed non-commercial use, and finally adopted the MIT license, which imposes no restrictions on usage. This phased approach allowed them to protect their product initially while ensuring it could thrive and eventually be set free. Once the restrictive licensing no longer served a positive purpose and instead had negative consequences, they removed it.
Their goal was to achieve business success and create something lasting. This strategic use of licensing enabled them to build a robust product while eventually aligning with their long-term vision of open-source freedom.
Why is it called Yellowball?
Do you see the picture of the dog next to the FAQs text? That's Eva, Josh's dog. A yellow ball was her favorite toy. ❤️