Audioread’s Feeds feature makes staying updated with your favorite blogs, newsletters, or websites effortless. By subscribing to RSS feeds, you can automatically convert written content into audio files that are added directly to your playlist. Whether you’re a casual reader or a power user, Feeds help you listen to fresh updates on the go without lifting a finger.
How Feeds Work on Audioread
Here’s everything you need to know about using Feeds:
1. Subscribing to Feeds
To subscribe to an RSS feed:
Go to Audioread.com and click on the Feeds section.
Browse existing feeds and subscribe to the ones you like.
Basic users can subscribe to up to 3 feeds, while Pro users can add unlimited feeds as well as subscribing to custom feeds via URL - you can even subscribe to a feed of your feeds (i.e. from Feedly, etc)
Once subscribed, Audioread will automatically start converting content from the feed into audio files. It may take anywhere from a few minutes to a few hours for the first content to appear in your playlist and podcast app, depending on the feed’s update schedule.
2. Adding Custom Feeds (Pro Users Only)
Pro users have the added benefit of subscribing to any RSS feed they want:
Visit Audioread.com/add.
Enter the URL of the RSS feed you’d like to subscribe to.
Audioread will begin pulling content from the feed and adding it to your playlist.
This flexibility allows Pro users to curate a personalized listening experience tailored to their interests.
3. Managing Your Subscriptions
Managing your feeds is simple:
Navigate to the Feeds section on Audioread.com.
View all your current subscriptions.
Unsubscribe from feeds at any time with just a click.
This ensures you’re always in control of what gets added to your playlist.
4. Automatic Playlist Updates
Once subscribed, Audioread will monitor the RSS feed for new content. When updates are published:
The content is automatically converted into audio files.
Files are added directly to your playlist and podcast app (if setup: How to setup your podcast app) for easy access.
This hands-free process means you never miss an update from your favorite sources.
Benefits of Using Feeds
Feeds offer several advantages for Audioread users:
Stay informed effortlessly: Get fresh updates without manually checking websites or uploading files.
Save time: Listen while commuting, exercising, or multitasking.
Customize your experience: Choose feeds that match your interests, from news and blogs to niche topics.
Pro users enjoy even greater flexibility by adding custom feeds via URL.
Real-Life Examples
Here’s how users are leveraging Feeds:
A tech enthusiast subscribes to RSS feeds of industry blogs for daily updates during commutes.
A student follows academic research sites via feeds for easy listening between classes.
A professional listens to company newsletters converted into audio for quick updates during workouts.
Conclusion
Audioread’s Feeds feature makes it simple and convenient to stay connected with your favorite content. Whether you’re a basic user enjoying up to 3 subscriptions or a Pro user curating unlimited custom feeds, Feeds ensure fresh updates are always ready in your playlist.
Ready to start using Feeds? Visit Audioread.com today and subscribe to your favorite RSS feeds!