Unlisted vs. Secure Private Podcasts

If you’re looking to start a podcast for internal communications at your organization, you’re likely to come across a couple of options for delivering your conten. In this article, we’ll guide you through the key differences between unlisted podcasts delivered by RSS feed and secure private podcasts with encrypted delivery. By the end, you’ll be equipped to make an informed choice that suits your internal communication needs.

Before delving into the specifics of unlisted and secure private podcasts, it’s crucial to assess your security requirements. Consider the sensitivity of the information you’ll be sharing. Are you dealing with highly confidential data? Are there regulatory requirements to consider in your intended content? How public are you comfortable with your information being? Understanding the level of security needed will be instrumental in making the right choice. Secure private podcasts provide end to end encryption and control, making them ideal for scenarios where better visibility, content control, and security measures are essential. In contrast, unlisted podcasts offer a simple, less private, solution when your privacy concerns only extend to not wanting to have your information generally searchable. Carefully evaluating your security needs will help you tailor your internal communications strategy to meet your organization’s demands

Unlisted Podcasts Delivered by RSS Feed

Unlisted podcasts serve as a more basic solution for those who need a degree of privacy without the complexity of secure encryption. Here’s what sets them apart:

• Privacy and Accessibility: Unlisted podcasts are not directly searchable by the general public, and they do not appear in podcast directories. This means your content remains hidden from prying eyes. It is important to note however that your content is still accessible to anyone with the RSS feed information with no additional level of security to limit access after an employee leaves your organization or if the link is shared.
• RSS Feed: These podcasts use an RSS feed that is not listed in public directories. This feed can be accessed by interested listeners by copying and pasting the feed URL into their preferred podcast app.
• Simplicity: Unlisted podcasts are simple in nature, making them suitable for situations where access is more important than privacy.

Secure Private Podcasts with Encrypted Delivery

Secure private podcasts, on the other hand, offer a higher level of security and control over your content. Here’s what you need to know about them:

• Privacy and Accessibility: Similar to unlisted podcasts, secure private podcasts are able to be secured behind your organization’s security infrastructure and not accessible to the general public.
• Password Protection: These podcasts employ a password-protected encrypted delivery method so the feed can only be accessed by individuals who possess the required credentials, enhancing the level of privacy and security.
• Distribution Control: In the case of secure private podcasts, the feed is not directly shared with the audience. Instead, the creator distributes podcast episodes to individual subscribers, granting and revoking access as needed. The ease of access that opens up the advantages of podcasting as an internal communications tool is delivered through an application like the Podbean Pro app, and through secure websites and embeddable players
• Enhanced Security: Secure private podcasts are more suitable for scenarios where a higher level of visibility, control, and security of the content is essential.
• Enhanced Analytics: Because podcasts delivered in this way are delivered by individual user, you are able to see engagement down to a user by user level. You can even use Podbean’s API to integrate directly with your learning management system.

Private podcasts are a valuable tool for sharing information with a limited audience. Unlisted podcasts delivered by RSS feed are a simpler version of private podcasts, while secure private podcasts with encrypted delivery offer better visibility, control, and security of the content. Choose the type of private podcast that best suits your needs and follow the steps outlined to create your own private podcast.