You might be wondering if you need to sign up for your own Hello Audio account just to listen to someone else's private podcast. The short answer is no...listening is much simpler than that!
What You'll Accomplish
By the end of this guide, you'll have:
✅ Clear understanding of what you need (and don't need) to listen
✅ Knowledge of how private podcast access actually works
✅ Information about Hello Audio accounts if you're interested in creating your own
This should clear up any confusion about accounts and access in just a minute.
You Don't Need a Hello Audio Account to Listen
Private podcasts are designed to be as easy as possible for listeners.
What you actually need:
Just the invitation link someone shared with you
A podcast app on your device (most phones come with one)
That's it!
What you don't need:
A Hello Audio account or login
To download any special apps
To remember passwords or usernames
How Private Podcast Access Works
Your access is built into the special link you received.
Here's what happens:
Your podcast creator generates a unique link just for you
That link contains all the access information you need
When you subscribe using that link, your podcast app handles everything
You listen just like any other podcast in your library
If You Want to Create Your Own Private Podcasts
While you don't need an account to listen, you would need one to create and share your own private podcasts.
If you're interested in creating:
You can sign up for a Hello Audio account anytime
You can start with a free trial to test it out
We'd love to have you join our community of creators
What Happens Next
You can continue enjoying your private podcast without any account setup. Just use your invitation link to subscribe, and listen through your regular podcast app like you would any other show.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: The person who sent me the podcast has a Hello Audio account. Do I need one too?
A: Nope! Only the person creating and sharing the podcast needs a Hello Audio account. Listeners just need the invitation link.
Q: What if I want to share this podcast with someone else?
A: You can't share your personal invitation link. Each person needs their own link from the original creator. Contact the person who shared it with you if you know someone else who'd be interested.
Q: If I don't have an account, how does the creator know I'm listening?
A: Your invitation link is connected to your information in their Hello Audio account, so they can see listening analytics without you needing your own account.
We keep it simple...no account needed, just click your link and start listening!