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Can listeners purchase my paid episodes without a subscription?

Yes, listeners can buy a single early access, ad-free, or bonus episode without subscribing by paying the episode purchase price.

Yes, listeners can purchase your paid episodes without a subscription.

If you are publishing an early access, ad-free, or bonus episode, you will see an option to set a Purchase price. The minimum purchase price is $1.

Once the episode has been published, listeners on Fountain who do not have a paid subscription can purchase that individual episode from the episode page using a bank card or their Fountain wallet.

Last updated 10 Apr 2026

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