Spotify’s new podcast memberships let you pay for extra perks

October 20, 2026 · 12:00 pm 3 sources

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• Spotify’s new podcast memberships let you pay for extra perks
  The Verge · October 20, 2026 12:00
  Spotify is enabling podcast creators to earn more money through the platform by providing their fans with a way to pay to access exclusive content. First announced in May, the new Memberships subscription feature is starting to roll out in 34 regions today, allowing podcasters to offer perks…
• Spotify launches paid podcast memberships with perks beyond bonus content
  TechCrunch · October 20, 2026 12:00
  Spotify's new paid memberships let podcasters offer fans exclusive perks, including ad-free listening, early access, and bonus content, while keeping 90% of the revenue.
• Spotify's Memberships program for podcasts is here to compete with Patreon
  Engadget · October 20, 2026 12:00
  The revenue split appears to be identical.