To set up and use Google Podcasts Manager to track podcast analytics on your Android device, you’ll need to follow these steps:

Setting Up Google Podcasts Manager:

1. Access Google Podcasts Manager:

   • Open a web browser on your Android device and go to the Google Podcasts Manager website: Google Podcasts Manager.
   • Sign in with your Google Account. Make sure you’re signed in with the same Google Account you use for your podcast.

2. Add Your Podcast:

   • If you haven’t already added your podcast to Google Podcasts Manager, click on the “Add a Podcast” button.
   • Enter the RSS feed URL of your podcast. This is the feed URL that distributes your podcast episodes to various platforms.
   • Click “Next” and follow the on-screen instructions to verify ownership of your podcast.

Using Google Podcasts Manager:

1. Access Analytics:

   • Once your podcast is added and verified, you’ll be able to access analytics for your episodes.
   • Go to the Google Podcasts Manager website and sign in with your Google Account.
   • Click on the name of your podcast to view analytics.

2. View Analytics Data:

   • Google Podcasts Manager provides various analytics data, including:
     • Listens: Total number of listens for each episode.
     • Listeners: Number of unique listeners for each episode.
     • Listen Duration: Average duration of listens per episode.
     • Devices: Breakdown of listening devices (e.g., Android, iOS, web).
     • Geography: Geographic distribution of listeners.
     • Platforms: Platforms where listeners accessed your podcast.
   • You can customize the date range to view analytics for specific time periods.

3. Monitor Performance:

   • Use the analytics data to monitor the performance of your podcast episodes.
   • Identify trends, understand audience behavior, and track the impact of promotional efforts.

4. Make Informed Decisions:

   • Use the insights gained from analytics to make informed decisions about content, marketing strategies, and audience engagement.
   • Adjust your podcasting strategy based on what resonates most with your audience.

Additional Tips:

• Regularly Check Analytics: Make it a habit to regularly check your podcast analytics to track progress and identify areas for improvement.
• Experiment with Content: Use analytics data to experiment with different types of content and formats to see what engages your audience the most.
• Promote Your Podcast: Use insights from analytics to inform your promotional efforts and reach a wider audience.

By following these steps and utilizing the analytics provided by Google Podcasts Manager, you can effectively track podcast performance and optimize your podcasting strategy on your Android device.