How do I redirect my Firstory podcast feed?
After importing your podcast into Transistor, set up a 301 redirect on your old Firstory feed so it points to your new Transistor feed. Your existing subscribers and podcast app listings then follow you automatically, so you don't lose anyone.
Export your Analytics
It’s a good idea to export your analytics from Firstory at this point. Analytics don't move between hosts, so it's good to keep a copy for your own records.
How to redirect your feed from Firstory to Transistor
In Transistor, open your podcast, go to the Distribution tab and copy your new RSS feed from Your RSS Feed. You'll need it for the redirect.
Then follow these steps to redirect your feed from Firstory to Transistor:
- Log in to Firstory Studio
- Go to My Podcasts and click the
...menu for the show you wish to redirect. - Select Delete
- Select the Do a 301 Redirect option
- Paste in your new Transistor RSS feed
- Firstory may ask for the reason for transfer
- Click Submit to save the changes
What if I no longer have my Firstory.me account?
If you no longer have an account with Firstory you can still contact their support directly and ask for them to enable a 301 redirect for you.
Firstory Support Email: support@firstory.me
You can use the following email template and add in your own podcast feed details:
I have moved my podcast to Transistor.fm. Please redirect my podcast called (insert podcast name) using (insert old Firstory RSS feed) to my new host Transistor (insert new Transistor RSS feed). Please let me know once the redirect is active.
Firstory Support Details
- Email: support@firstory.me
What does a 301 redirect do?
A 301 redirect for your podcast RSS feed is very useful when you move to a new podcast host. It ensures that any subscriber or podcast platform still using your Firstory feed won’t be faced with a broken link. Enabling a redirect means that your existing subscribers will stay subscribed and podcast directories can continue to pick up your new episodes.
A redirect is like leaving a forwarding address. It lets anyone using your old feed know where you have moved to.
How long does a 301 redirect last?
Almost all hosts keep the redirect in place permanently after you leave. With few exceptions, this is the industry standard. However you may want to check this directly with Firstory.
How long does it take to enable a 301 redirect?
Firstory advises that it may take up to an hour for the 301 redirect to be completed. Podcast directories will then be able to pick up your new episodes from Transistor the next time they check your feed. That’s usually within 24 hours of your redirect being active.
How to test if a 301 redirect is working?
If you visit your Firstory feed link in a browser, it should automatically redirect to your Transistor RSS feed.
What happens if I don’t forward my old feed from Firstory?
If you choose not to redirect your podcast, you may need to complete a few extra steps.
Without a redirect existing subscribers won’t know where you have moved to. They will need to manually re-subscribe to your new Transistor podcast feed. So be prepared to share your new feed to win back your subscribers.
Without a redirect podcast directories like Apple and Spotify will still be using your old Firstory feed. To fix that without a redirect you’ll need to manually go to those platforms and update the feed they are using for your podcast.
See:
Don't submit your podcast to the same apps again
If you have additional questions please reach out to us:
- Email - support@transistor.fm
- Live Chat: https://transistor.fm/contact/
Updated on: 02/11/2026
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