The Apple Podcasts web app for desktop browsers is now available: Learn what it is and how it works

Apple has expanded access to its Podcasts service by launching a web app for desktop browsers, including Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge. Previously limited to macOS, the update allows iPhone users to listen to their favorite podcasts on their Windows desktop. The move follows Apple’s recent beta release of its Maps web app, which lets users get directions, explore routes, and search for business listings directly from their browser.

The Apple Podcasts web app is accessible at podcasts.apple.comwhich offers the same features as the Podcasts app on Apple devices. Users can explore a variety of podcast genres, including true crime, news, and comedy, and listen to them in a variety of languages. The app also lets users browse top charts and discover new shows. Compatibility extends across multiple browsers, including Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge, and Firefox, and it works on both Mac and PC, according to a report by MacRumors.

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Apple Podcasts Web App: Features and Functionality

Users can sign in with their Apple ID to sync their listening experience across devices. The web app features tabs for Home, Browse, and Top Charts, along with a search bar and media controls for play/pause and other functions. Users can also select their region to access content relevant to their location.

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Benefits for users and creators

With this web app, you can quickly browse saved podcasts, see what’s next in your queue, and explore the entire collection of available shows. The app also supports paid podcast subscriptions, allowing users to seamlessly switch between their iPhone or other Apple devices and their Windows desktop without missing a beat.

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This web-based approach not only benefits users, but also expands the reach of podcast creators, making their content accessible to anyone with a web browser. The update fits into Apple’s ongoing efforts to expand the accessibility of its services, following the introduction of an embeddable podcast player in November 2020.