Acast
8.7#2 in podcast hosting platformsFrom $14.99 a monthFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
VisitAcast vs HarborFM
What both publish
| Fact | Acast | HarborFM |
|---|---|---|
| Directory distribution | major directories | selected directories |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization tools | Yes | Yes |
| Privacy | Acast's GDPR policy states that Acast AB is the data controller for EEA, Switzerland and UK users and provides rights including access, rectification and erasure. | The demo instance’s privacy policy says account passwords are stored hashed, data is stored on the instance operator’s infrastructure, and data is not sold. |
| Private podcasts | Yes | Yes |
| RSS feed | Yes | Yes |
| Security | Acast's security portal lists audit logging, access monitoring, data backups, data erasure, AWS hosting, anti-DDoS protection, separate production environments, disk encryption, firewalls and IDS/IPS. | The product supports optional two-factor authentication using TOTP or email, and its API keys are hashed with the raw key shown only once at creation. |
| Support | Acast provides support through [email protected] and Intercom chat, while the Pro plan includes prioritized support. | The site links to documentation, a live demo, and YouTube tutorials; it also describes a built-in contact form that can store messages and optionally email admins. |
Acast plans
- Essential$14.99 a month
- Pro$29.99 a month
- Video$39.99 a month
- Acast Creator Network—
- StarterFree
HarborFM plans
No prices published.
Pick Acast if…
Acast suits podcasters who want publishing, distribution, analytics, and monetization tools in one platform. Its multi-show management and team features may also suit users managing several shows or collaborators.
Pick HarborFM if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.