How to Skip Podcast Ads on iPhone
To skip podcast ads automatically on iPhone, download earsay from the App Store. The app uses on-device AI to detect ads in up to 10 seconds and skips them automatically. When ad skipping is enabled, you can also view detected sponsors in the Sponsors Tab. It's free, requires no account, and works offline.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Download earsay from the App Store
Search for 'earsay' in the App Store or visit earsay.app. The app is completely free with no subscription required.
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Subscribe to your favorite podcasts
Search for any podcast in the app and tap Subscribe. You can also import your existing subscriptions via OPML.
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Configure ad skipping preferences
Go to Settings and enable 'Auto-Skip Ads' to skip detected ads automatically. With ad skipping enabled, you can also browse detected sponsors in the Sponsors Tab.
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Start listening
Press play on any episode. The app will detect ads in real-time and either skip them or show sponsor information, depending on your settings.
What to Expect
- Ads are detected and skipped automatically while you listen
- All processing happens on your device - your data never leaves your phone
- Works offline after downloading episodes
- No account or subscription required
Why earsay is Different
Unlike browser extensions or VPNs that try to block ads at the network level, earsay uses on-device AI to detect ads in the audio itself. This means it works with any podcast. There's no subscription fee, no account required, and your listening habits stay completely private on your device.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it legal to skip podcast ads?
Yes. Skipping ads is the same as fast-forwarding, which listeners have always been able to do. earsay simply automates this process.
Does this hurt podcast creators?
Not necessarily. Many podcast ads are based on impressions, not listens. With ad skipping enabled, earsay shows sponsor information in the Sponsors Tab so you can still discover and support sponsors you're interested in.
How accurate is the ad detection?
Our on-device AI detects ads with high accuracy. Detection improves over time as our models are updated.
Does it work offline?
Yes! Download episodes for offline listening. Since all detection happens on your device, it works without an internet connection.
What types of ads does it detect?
earsay detects most podcast ads including dynamically inserted ads and host-read sponsor segments.