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Follow up on the latest improvements and updates.
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- The Steady Layerswould in some limited cases show up on top of Cookie Banners. We made them behave a little more demure, more mindful.
- Some Ad Blockers would break the Steady Switchfrom working reliably. We introduced more safeguards that will make it more robust.
We are excited to announce the release of our Audio Post API, a powerful new feature that allows podcasters to upload their episodes seamlessly. With this API, users can now directly integrate their podcast episodes into various platforms, streamlining the distribution process. It's already live and in use for our podcaster.de and Podigee integrations, but now generally available.
- Episode Uploading:Simplified episode uploading for podcasters directly via the API.
- Update & Delete Episodes:Users can now update existing episodes or remove them entirely, ensuring full control over their content library.
- Plan-Based Restrictions:Episodes can be restricted to specific subscription plans, giving podcasters greater control over content distribution and monetization.
- Custom Distribution Channels:Choose whether an episode is distributed via email and/or posted on the Steady page, offering flexibility in how content reaches your audience.
For details on how to implement the Audio Post API, including authentication, endpoints, file upload specifications, and plan-based restrictions, please refer to our official API documentation.
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Accessibility Enhancements and Bug Fixes
- Accessibility Improvements: Enhanced the podcast subscribe button in the membership card for better accessibility and usability.
- Bug Fix: Fixed an issue where the comment input box would expand indefinitely when typing a very long word.
We’ve resolved an issue where guest members were unable to listen to podcasts on Spotify. This bug has been fixed, and now all guest members can enjoy uninterrupted access to your podcast content on Spotify as intended. 🎧
Thank you for your patience while we worked on this fix! 🚀
After eight months of dedication and two months of intensive beta testing, we are thrilled to roll out
Layers
and Embeds
to all Steady projects! This highly anticipated update brings a fresh, modernized website integration and powerful tools to enhance your projects and build your funnel like never before. 🌟We’re especially excited to introduce the
Newsletter Sign-Up Layer
—a feature many of you have been eagerly awaiting! Check it out on our Demo Page to see it in action.What’s New?
- Rebuilt Website Integration: We’ve completely overhauled our website integration to align with modern tech standards. The new version is faster, more reliable, and designed to be future-proof, replacing the old widget that relied on outdated technologies like third-party cookies and iframes.
- Announcement Layer: Say goodbye to the old Steady bubble (“Floating Button”)! The new Announcement Layer allows you to share custom messages, link to your membership program, promote events, special offers, or highlight any content on your site with more flexibility and impact.
- Email Sign-Up Layer: Easily capture email addresses directly on your site with the new Email Sign-Up Layer. Whether you’re gathering leads for newsletters or membership offers, this tool syncs seamlessly with your Steady account, helping you grow your audience effortlessly.
You can now effortlessly expand your newsletter audience by adding subscribers from a multitude of sources using Zapier! Whether it’s leads from Google Ads, survey responses from Tally, contacts collected through your website builder, or even everyone who’s ever emailed you—there’s virtually no limit to how you can grow your list. 🌟
Important: Please ensure you have the necessary permissions to email these contacts. Additionally, all newly added subscribers will be required to double-opt-in to comply with anti-spam laws. ✅
What is Zapier?
Zapier is a powerful automation tool that connects your favorite apps, allowing you to automate workflows without needing any code. With over 3,000 app integrations, you can set up “Zaps”—automated workflows that trigger actions between different apps. For example, when a new lead is captured in Google Ads, Zapier can automatically add that contact to your newsletter subscriber list. This feature allows you to streamline processes and focus on what matters most—engaging with your audience!
- You can now choose to use the same credentials for OAuth and the Website Integration, if you're using both. This new advanced option is available in your API settings.
- We fixed a bug, where your members paying with Apple Pay through the Plans Embed weren't instantly redirected back to your website after a successful purchase.
- We fixed an issue where unread DMs weren't properly counted for some users.
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Faster Email Sending
The Steady Community now sends out over 1.5 million emails a month – that's a lot!
To make sure they get sent quickly and reliably to your members' inboxes, we have made a lot of improvements and changes over the last few weeks, and we're continuing to fine-tune our email sending infrastructure.
We're saying goodbye to passwords and hello to one-time codes! After the switch, you’ll no longer need a password for Steady. Instead, you can log in with a code that we’ll send to your email address.
Why are we doing this?
Our goal is to make your experience on Steady easier, more seamless and, above all, secure.
- Easy Access: Creating an account and logging in to manage your memberships and access content should be straightforward and stress-free. One-time codes make it super simple to log in and manage your memberships, so you can focus on your content.
- Seamless Imports: More and more media makers are moving their membership community to Steady. Previously, people had to set up their password before they could access their membership benefits after a migration. Now, they’ll just sign in with their email address – easy!
- Better Security: One-time codes add an extra layer of protection against sneaky tactics like password reuse and stuffing attacks. These attacks involve strangers attempting to log in to Steady accounts using passwords that were leaked from insecure platforms. Plus, this system will notify you if someone is attempting to access your account.
You only need to enter the code once per device or browser. After that, you will remain logged in until you choose to log out. Please note that a new login method will be introduced gradually over the next few weeks. You may not see it immediately.
Our good friends at podcaster.de have just launched their Steady integration. From now on you can publish exclusive episodes on Steady directly in your backend, just like normal episodes. Just click on the arrow next to the "Create episode" button and select "Publish to Steady".
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