Google Instructs Podcast Users to Migrate to YouTube Music by April 2
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Google Podcast App Subscribers Urged to Transition to YouTube Music
Google has recently announced that all users of its podcast app should migrate their subscriptions to YouTube Music by April 2nd, in order to continue streaming their favorite shows seamlessly.
Transition Period Extension Available for Users to Adjust
According to Techcrunch reports, users who fail to act immediately will still have additional time to transition their subscriptions, but they will no longer have the ability to directly stream from the podcasts app after the mentioned date.
Google’s Plan to Centralize Audio Services
This migration is a vital component of Google’s strategy to centralize its audio services under the umbrella of YouTube. With the Google Podcasts app installed on a staggering 500 million Android devices worldwide, this move will bring significant changes to the way users consume their favorite podcasts.
End of Accessibility: U.S. Users Restricted to End of March 2024
As outlined on Google’s support page, it has been stated that users in the U.S. will only be able to use the Podcasts app until the end of March 2024. Fortunately, for those who have missed the initial pop-up notifications, Google will allow additional time for users to save their subscriptions by enabling them to utilize the app’s export feature until July 2024.
Global Podcast App Discontinuation Planned for 2024
While the current migration primarily affects U.S. users, Google has confirmed its intentions to discontinue the Google Podcasts app on a global scale by 2024, indicating a remarkable shift in the audio streaming landscape.
