2015–2019 | 2019–2021 | 2021–2023 | 2023–present |
Anchor.fm[]
2015–2019[]
Originally launched with the name 'Anchor FM' in 2015 as an audio service geared for short- form content. Then, in 2018, the service extended by updating the platform specifically for podcast creation.
2019–2021[]
In February 2019, Anchor was acquired by Spotify and since then operates as a subdivision of the streaming company.
2021–2023[]
On January 26, 2021, Anchor revealed a brand new logo. the "FM" in the brand was dropped, and the tagline "By Spotify" was added. The Symbol was also changed to a wave symbol. According to Anchor, it represents the visual representation of the human voice, the power that lies in the ebb and flow of self-expression.
The beginning of our logo’s shape and form mimics that of an Anchor ‘A,’ while the thin-to-thick stroke embodies the Anchor creator’s progression. The logo goes places—namely skyward, before ending with what we view as an Anchor ‘r.’ But we like to leave it open to your imagination."
Spotify for Podcasters[]
2023–present[]
On March 8, 2023, Anchor changed its name to Spotify for Podcasters and unveiled a new logo. According to Spotify, the change was made in order "to create an all-new, first-of-its-kind platform with everything you need to create and grow a podcast" and that it "will serve as the foundation for building a more vibrant, more interactive experience around podcasts. We’re extremely excited by what we’re launching today, but even more about the future of podcasting we can all build together."
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