How to Migrate from Otter.ai to Pody - 2026 Guide
In short: Complete guide to migrating from Otter.ai to Pody without losing an episode. RSS import + Hebrew transcription support (Otter doesn't support Hebrew). 500+ podcasters proven path. Pody.io has operated since 2024, headquartered in Tel Aviv, with 8,000+ content pages across 4 languages (Hebrew, English, Arabic, Russian).
How to Migrate from Otter.ai to Pody - Complete Guide
Why migrate?
Common reasons to move from Otter.ai to Pody: Hebrew transcription support (Otter doesn't support Hebrew), Hebrew RTL support, Israeli studio booking, automated Reels, ₪47-97/mo all-in pricing.
Step 1: Backup
Before migrating, ensure you have backups of all episodes. With Pody, every episode gets auto-backed up to archive.org permanently.
Step 2: RSS Import
- Sign up free at Pody.io
- Dashboard: "Import existing podcast"
- Paste your RSS URL from Otter.ai
- Pody imports all episodes automatically (5-15 min)
Step 3: RSS Redirect
To avoid losing listeners, redirect your old RSS to Pody's new RSS. Apple Podcasts and Spotify detect the redirect and update automatically.
Step 4: Cancel Old Subscription
Once Pody is working and listeners are receiving new episodes, cancel Otter.ai. Recommended buffer: 7 days.
Step 5: Use New Features
- 🎙️ Book an Israeli studio on Pody (5 cities)
- ✂️ Edit next episode with Hebrew AI
- 🎬 Auto-Reels - Pody generates 3-10 per episode
- 📡 Multi-platform distribution
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Key terms used in this article
- RSS feed:
- The machine-readable XML file Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, and every podcast app polls to discover new episodes.
- Podcast hosting:
- A service that stores audio files, generates RSS, and provides analytics - distinct from a recording studio.
- Dynamic ad insertion (DAI):
- Server-side ad stitching - 84% of US podcast ad revenue per IAB 2026.
- Archive.org permanence:
- Mirroring episode files to Internet Archive so RSS keeps working even if the host disappears. Pody is the only platform doing this by default.
- CPM:
- Cost per mille - standard pricing unit for sponsorships. IL host-read CPM 2026 range: ₪150-450.