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Create Your First Podcast Project

Quick Summary: Set up your first podcast project in under 5 minutes and get ready to record.

🎯 What You’ll Learn

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  • Create a new project in your dashboard
  • Configure basic project settings
  • Invite team members (optional)

Prerequisites: Account created and logged in

Estimated Time: 5 minutes

🚀 Quick Start

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For users who want immediate results

The 3-Step Process

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  1. Click “New Project” - Find the button in your dashboard
  2. Add Details - Enter project name and description
  3. Save & Continue - Your project is ready!

✅ Success Indicator: You see your new project in the dashboard

📖 Detailed Guide

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Step 1: Access Project Creation

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What: Navigate to the project creation interface

How:

  1. Log in to your episode.io account
  2. From your dashboard, click the ”+ New Project” button (top right)
  3. The project setup modal will appear

Expected Result: You see a form asking for project details

Step 2: Configure Project Settings

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What: Fill in your project information

How:

  1. Project Name: Enter a descriptive name (e.g., “My Weekly Podcast”)
  2. Description: Add a brief description of your show
  3. Category: Select the most relevant category from dropdown
  4. Privacy: Choose public or private (defaults to private)

Common Issues:

  • ❌ Problem: Project name already exists
    • ✅ Solution: Try a more specific or unique name

Expected Result: Form is completed with your project information

Step 3: Finalize Creation

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What: Save your project and start using it

How:

  1. Review your settings for accuracy
  2. Click the “Create Project” button
  3. Wait for the success confirmation message
  4. You’ll be automatically redirected to your project dashboard

Expected Result: You’re in your new project’s workspace with empty episode list

🔧 Troubleshooting

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Issue: “Create Project” Button Not Visible

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Symptoms: Can’t find the create project button on dashboard Cause: May be on wrong page or account permissions issue Solution:

  1. Navigate to main dashboard (click logo)
  2. Verify you’re logged in (check profile icon)
  3. Refresh the page if needed
  4. Check if you’ve reached project limits (upgrade may be needed)

Issue: Project Creation Failed

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Symptoms: Error message appears after clicking create Cause: Network issue or server problem Solution:

  1. Check your internet connection
  2. Try again in a few minutes
  3. Clear browser cache and cookies
  4. Contact support if problem persists

💡 Pro Tips

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  • Naming Convention: Use descriptive names that make projects easy to find later
  • Organization: Consider prefixes for multiple shows (e.g., “TechTalk: Episode Series”)
  • Categories: Choose categories that match your content for better organization
  • Collaboration: You can invite team members after creation via project settings

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: Can I change the project name later?

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A: Yes! Go to Project Settings → General → Edit Name. Note that this won’t affect any published episodes.

Q: How many projects can I create?

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A: Depends on your plan. Free accounts get 3 projects, Pro accounts get unlimited projects.

Q: Can I delete a project if I make a mistake?

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A: Yes, but be careful! Go to Project Settings → Danger Zone → Delete Project. This cannot be undone.

🔗 What’s Next?

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After creating your project, you might want to:

  • Set up your audio recording settings
  • Record your first test episode
  • Invite team members to collaborate
  • Configure your project branding

📚 Related Resources

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  • Project Settings Guide - Customize your project further
  • Team Collaboration - Work with others
  • Video Tutorial - Visual walkthrough

🆘 Need More Help?

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Last updated: January 15, 2024 | Found an issue? Report it here