Podbean’s "Generate MP3 for Video Episodes" feature automatically extracts an MP3 audio file from your uploaded video and adds it to your RSS feed. This allows audio-only directories to seamlessly play the audio version, while platforms like Apple Podcasts continue to deliver your HLS video stream—ensuring your content reaches all listeners without any manual conversion.
With this feature enabled, you can:
Automatically generate an MP3 audio version for each video episode you publish — no manual conversion needed
Make your video episodes compatible with audio-only platforms like Spotify, while still delivering HLS video streams to platforms like Apple Podcasts
How to turn it on:
Dashboard → Settings → Feed → Advanced Feed Settings → turn on "Generate MP3 for Video Episodes"
How play statistics work:
If a listener plays the generated MP3 file (audio only), the play is counted toward the original video episode.