Since launching Fusebox 2.0 back in 2021, we’ve watched thousands of new podcasters choose Fusebox over other podcast hosts to help launch their podcasts. When we ask our new customers why they picked Fusebox, the responses tend to center around how easy we make starting a new podcast.
However, during the same period of new customer growth, we’ve seen many existing customers choose to stay with the same, older version of Fusebox instead of upgrading to all of the amazingness our new customers have.
….and we think we know why. 💡
For the longest time, we couldn’t figure out why Fusebox 1.0 customers would choose to remain on a platform that no longer receives feature updates, has an older player design, and is tethered exclusively to WordPress. Surely, the fact that Fusebox 2.0 was fully re-designed, has greater platform compatibility, and offers free podcast hosting would be enough to entice customers to upgrade?
Then we realized….it wasn’t a lack of features holding customers back. Rather, it was that our upgrade process was too complicated and required a lot of manual input—ultimately, leaving customers with a feeling that upgrading to the new Fusebox wasn’t worth the hassle. After all, who has the time and patience to manually replace the players on a website for every episode?!
Fortunately, we know precisely how to help our existing, Fusebox 1.0 customers! In this article, we’ll cover how to upgrade to the NEW Fusebox, including the steps required to:
- Upgrade your existing subscription.
- Update ALL your existing Fusebox players.
- and effortlessly host your podcast with Fusebox at no extra cost!
Find Your Fusebox Version
Is your website built using something other than WordPress?
This includes platforms like Webflow, Squarespace, Wix, and Podpage. If so, this means you’re already using the new Fusebox and there’s nothing else you need to do. You will continue to receive all the cool updates we have planned! 🎉
Is your website built using WordPress?
Great! Start by logging into your WordPress Admin, navigating to the Plugins tab on the left-hand menu, and looking for “Fusebox Player Classic” in the list.
- If you only see Fusebox Player Classic installed, your instructions are below.
- If you only see Fusebox Player installed, you’re already using the new Fusebox.
- If you see both plugins, email help@fusebox.fm and we’ll confirm it for you.
How to Upgrade
These instructions apply to Fusebox 1.0 customers who want to upgrade but DON’T want to switch podcast hosts at this time.
Step 1 — Upgrade Your Account
- Contact us at help@fusebox.fm with your podcast’s RSS feed, and indicate which plan you wish to upgrade to (pricing here).
- You will receive a welcome email, asking you to complete your account setup and begin customizing the players and show settings how you’d like.
Step 2 — Upgrade Your Players
- Download the new Fuseox WordPress plugin by logging into your new dashboard (instructions here).
- After installing the new plugin, return to WordPress and look for the Player Migration tab inside the plugin’s settings (instructions here).
- Our Player Migration Tool will find and replace all of the old, Fusebox 1.0 players on your website.
- Once the process is complete, it’s safe to deactivate the Classic plugin.
Upgrade and Switch Hosts
These instructions apply to Fusebox 1.0 customers who want to upgrade AND want to switch podcast hosts to Fusebox during the process.
Step 1 — Upgrade Your Account
- Contact us at help@fusebox.fm with your podcast’s RSS feed, and indicate which plan you wish to upgrade to (pricing here).
- You will receive a welcome email, asking you to complete your account setup and begin customizing the players and show settings how you’d like.
Step 2 — Update the Classic Plugin
- Within the new Fusebox dashboard, navigate to your Show Settings page and turn on Easy Hosting to migrate your podcast (instructions here).
- Copy your new Fusebox RSS feed and return to your WordPress admin.
- Within the Fusebox Classic plugin settings, update the RSS feed on file to your new RSS feed (instructions here).
Step 3 — Upgrade Your Players
- Download the new Fuseox WordPress plugin by logging into your new dashboard (instructions here).
- After installing the new plugin, return to WordPress and look for the Player Migration tab inside the plugin’s settings (instructions here).
- Our Player Migration Tool will find and replace all of the old, Fusebox 1.0 players on your website.
- Once the process is complete, it’s safe to deactivate the Classic plugin.
Upgrade from a Lifetime License
Classic customers on a Free plan can jump right into the instructions below.
Classic customers who purchased a lifetime license can still upgrade to the new Fusebox. However, since the lifetime license only applies to the Classic, 1.0 platform, they must initiate a new subscription should they decide to make the switch.
Step 1 — Upgrade Your Account
- Begin by creating an account on the new Fusebox.
- During the setup, enter your podcast’s RSS URL and choose a plan (pricing here).
- You will receive a welcome email, asking you to complete your account setup and begin customizing the players and show settings how you’d like.
Step 2 — Upgrade Your Players
- Download the new Fuseox WordPress plugin by logging into your new dashboard (instructions here).
- After installing the new plugin, return to WordPress and look for the Player Migration tab inside the plugin’s settings (instructions here).
- Our Player Migration Tool will find and replace all of the old, Fusebox 1.0 players on your website.
- Once the process is complete, it’s safe to deactivate the Classic plugin.
One Last Thing!
That’s it! That’s how easy it is to upgrade to the new Fusebox and treat your podcast to the latest technology!
We hope covering these steps has made upgrading to the new Fusebox easier and encouraged you to jump to the latest and greatest Fusebox offers. As a small bit of encouragement—all future updates to Fusebox will only be made available to customers on the new platform. Don’t leave your podcast with old technology.
We’d also like to make upgrading a little more exciting. So, how does Two Free Months sound? 🚀
Simply mention this article when you email help@fusebox.fm to get started, or if you’re a Lifetime License or Free customer, simply click here and use the code free60 during checkout.
