Build and Export a Podcast Subscription List
Search for podcasts, import an existing OPML, edit your list, and download a valid OPML file ready for any podcast app.
Frequently asked questions
What is an OPML file?
OPML (Outline Processor Markup Language) is a standard XML format used to share podcast subscription lists between apps. Every major podcast app — Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Pocket Casts, Overcast, and The Podcast App — can import and export OPML files, making it the universal format for moving your subscriptions.
How do I import an OPML file into a podcast app?
In The Podcast App, go to Settings → Import OPML and select your file. In Pocket Casts, go to Profile → Settings → Import. In Overcast, go to Add Podcast → Import OPML. In Apple Podcasts on Mac, go to File → Import. Most apps accept .opml or .xml files.
Can I edit my OPML list before exporting?
Yes. This generator lets you search for podcasts and add them to your list, import an existing OPML file to review and edit it, remove individual podcasts, or paste a list of podcast names and bulk-add the best matches. Once your list is ready, download it as a properly formatted OPML file.
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Build an OPML file for the subscription list you can move.
OPML is the portable part of a podcast library. It moves followed shows between apps, while playback history, queue state, favorites, downloads, and private settings depend on each source app.
Import into the app
Use the generated OPML file to bring followed shows into The Podcast App, then organize them with search, follows, queue tools, and free core playback.
Inspect before switching
Open the file in the OPML viewer to remove stale feeds, spot duplicates, and understand what will actually move before import.
Export remains available
The product story should stay portable in both directions: import subscriptions when switching in and export OPML when you need a copy later.
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