How to add an RSS feed to Apple Podcasts

Apple Podcasts can follow a show by URL. Paste the RSS feed link, then Apple Podcasts treats it like a normal podcast subscription. This works the same whether your RSS comes from YouTube or BiliBili.

Updated 2026-02-27

Step-by-step

Copy the RSS feed URL, then open Apple Podcasts and use the “Follow a Show by URL” flow.

  • Copy the RSS URL
  • Open Apple Podcasts
  • Find “Follow a Show by URL”
  • Paste the URL and confirm

Common issues

If it doesn't work on the first try, it's usually one of these.

  • The URL is not a valid RSS feed
  • The app cached an old version
  • Network or region restrictions

Verify it worked

After following, check that episodes appear and that you can download and play one successfully.

Turn YouTube into private podcast RSS feeds

Follow YouTube channels, playlists, or individual videos from any podcast app.

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