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Now that you’re all set, check out some of the starter apps we recommend for new creators. Then, you’re ready to dive deep and start exploring new ways to connect with your audience.
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As a podcaster, you rely on many different channels to distribute your content. Your listeners might be on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or others. This makes it all the more important to build a direct connection and provide ways for your listeners to support your work, or engage more deeply with your podcasts.
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Monetization for creators doesn’t always need to just come from ads and sponsorships. Koji has all kinds of new tools to help you monetize. If you’re looking for new ways to make money, there’s no better place to start than by adding Koji Apps to your Link in Bio. Find new apps each week on Koji to help you earn passive income, create a personal way for supporters to show their appreciation, sell physical products, and offer paid services.
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You’ve released your music on streaming services, played live shows, sold merch, and more! Now it’s time to take your Link in Bio to the next level. Musicians across the internet are using Koji to showcase their brand, and their sound, via apps in their Link in Bio. There are new apps being released every week that help musicians showcase their work, engage with fans, and more.
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