What Radio.co does

Radio.co, operating as Radio.co (UK) Ltd, is a cloud-based internet radio platform founded in 2015 by James Mulvany and headquartered in Manchester, United Kingdom. The platform enables individuals, community stations, and enterprise customers to launch and operate internet radio stations from a web or mobile interface without proprietary hardware, providing live and automated playout, smart tag-based show scheduling, real-time listener analytics, and team collaboration with role-based access. Distribution is multi-channel: stations can be surfaced through custom-branded iOS and Android apps developed by Radio.co, embeddable web players, and Alexa Skills (available in English, French, Spanish, German, and Japanese) and Google Actions for voice-controlled listening.

Name

Radio.co

Legal name

Radio.co (UK) Ltd

Website

https://radio.co

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Radio.co is a cloud-based internet radio platform enabling broadcasters, brands, and enterprises to launch and operate streaming stations via subscriptions, mobile apps, smart speakers, and AI content tools across 175 countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Internet Radio Broadcasting Platform

NAICS

Radio Broadcasting Stations (51611)

SIC

Radio Broadcasting Stations (4832)

akta.pro primary industry

Internet Radio & Streaming Broadcast Stations (Simulcast/Online-only) (MPAIAEAE)

akta.pro secondary industries

Radio Streaming & Catch-Up Audio Platforms (MPAIADAJ), Radio Content Production & Studios (On-air Production, Imaging, Jingles) (MPAIAEAL)

Keywords

• Internet radio platform
• Radio streaming software
• Broadcast automation tools
• In-store audio solutions
• Radio station hosting

Headquarters

HQ city

Manchester

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations

Revenue model

1. Radio.co Platform Subscription: Monthly, quarterly, biannual, or annual subscription plans for access to radio streaming platform. Includes tiered plans (Lite, Standard, Extra, Plus, Premium) with varying features, support levels, and concurrent listener limits. Starting from $35/month.
2. ShowProducer Credits: Credit-based AI content generation service. Credit packs with varying sizes (500-10,000 credits) and validity periods (6-24 months). No subscription required - pay-as-you-go model.
3. Add-ons: Additional services including Mobile Apps (Android/iOS), Website Builder (Lite/Plus), Alexa Skills, and EDGE Audio Processor billed separately on top of base subscription.
4. Marketplace Products: Radio imaging packs, seasonal sounds, equipment recommendations, and third-party software integrations sold through Radio.co Marketplace.
5. Professional Services: Bespoke app development, multi-station apps, 1-2-1 video calls, dedicated account management, streaming pool, growth coaching, music packages, and production/voice overs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Radio.co provides a cloud-based, all-in-one internet radio platform that enables users to launch, broadcast, schedule, manage, and grow radio stations without expensive hardware or technical expertise. The offering combines live and automated playout, show scheduling, listener analytics, branded mobile apps, smart speaker integration, and AI-powered content generation (ShowProducer) with complementary professional services for in-store audio, branded radio, and white-label deployments.

Product overview

Radio.co is an all-in-one internet radio platform providing essential tools to create, broadcast, manage, and grow radio stations. The core Radio.co Platform serves as the central hub with integrated modules for Broadcast (live/automated playout), Create & Schedule (show scheduling and playlist management), Station Management (listener analytics), and Grow Your Audience (web players, mobile apps, smart speakers). The platform is complemented by add-on modules including Station Mobile Apps (iOS/Android), Station Website Builder, AI Voice Studio, and EDGE™ Audio Processor. Radio.co Pro solutions extend the offering with managed services including Fully Managed Radio, In-Store Audio, Internal Comms, Royalty-Free Music, Soundscapes, Broadcast Training, Outside & Events, Streaming Only, White-Label, Branded Radio, Audio Advertising, and Display Advertising. The Marketplace provides additional products including Courses, Sounds (imaging/FX packs), Seasonal Sounds, Tools & Software (including ShowProducer AI content tool), and Equipment recommendations. ShowProducer is a generative-AI content creation tool that creates scripts, talking points, promos, and playlists for radio presenters using a credit-based model. The platform supports 51,600+ stations, reaches 3.8 million peak listeners, and streams across 175 countries.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• ShowProducer: AI-powered content generation tool for radio presenters that creates show notes, scripts, talking points, promos, playlists, and social media content.
• EDGE™ Audio Processor
• Podcast.co
• Matchmaker.fm

Products and services

• Radio.co Platform The central all-in-one internet radio platform providing live and automated broadcasting, show scheduling, listener analytics, and audience growth tools from a unified dashboard. Supports web, mobile, and smart speaker listening.
• ShowProducer AI-powered creative co-pilot for radio presenters that generates show notes, scripts, talking points, promos, social posts, competitions, playlists, and music facts using generative AI. Operates on a credit-based pay-as-you-go model without subscription requirements.
• Station Mobile Apps Custom branded mobile applications for iOS (iOS/iPadOS 16.0+) and Android (14.0+) that allow stations to reach listeners through dedicated apps. Apps are developed and submitted to app stores by Radio.co.
• Station Website Builder Website building tool for creating a dedicated online home for radio stations. Includes access to one free .com, .net, or .org domain during initial setup. Available in Lite and Plus tiers.
• AI Voice Studio AI-powered voice generation tool for creating synthetic voices for radio content. Enables stations to produce voice-overs and audio content using artificial intelligence.
• EDGE Audio Processor Professional audio processing add-on that enhances broadcast audio quality. Provided as a Labs feature (beta/experimental status) and may be updated, changed, or removed.
• Fully Managed Radio End-to-end radio production service where Radio.co's expert team handles everything from concept to broadcast. Part of Radio.co Pro solutions for businesses needing comprehensive radio services.
• In-Store Audio Audio solutions for retail environments including shops, stores, and commercial spaces. Provides background music and audio branding for brick-and-mortar locations.
• Internal Comms Radio-based internal communications solutions for businesses and organizations needing to communicate with employees or members through audio channels.
• Royalty-Free Music Access to royalty-free background music for use in radio broadcasts, eliminating the need for stations to manage music licensing separately.
• White-Label Radio White-label radio solutions allowing businesses to offer radio services under their own brand identity.
• Branded Radio Custom branded radio channels created for businesses, brands, and organizations seeking a unique audio presence.
• Radio.co Marketplace Online store offering audio-related products including courses, sound packs, seasonal sounds, software tools, and equipment recommendations from Radio.co and third-party partners.

Quantifiable outcome

• 51,600+ stations launched on the platform
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers18 records

Segments9 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

AI capability3 records

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Little Monster MediacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWorld-class audio production partnership for Radio.co Marketplace. Little Monster Media has worked with BBC Radio 1, 2, 6 Music, 1Xtra, Kiss, Hits Radio, NRK mP3, and more. They produce broadcast-ready sound packs including jingles, beds, imaging FX, artist voice drops, and seasonal content for Radio.co stations.
• Audio InsidercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSubsidiary brand of Radio.co providing audio production, storytelling, and marketing courses for broadcasters. All courses fall under the Audio Insider brand. Email support available at [email protected].
• ApplecoreTechnology or IntegrationRadio.co develops and submits custom branded mobile apps to Apple App Store for iOS/iPadOS 16.0+ devices. Apps available in multiple languages based on user device settings.
• GooglecoreTechnology or IntegrationRadio.co develops and submits custom branded mobile apps to Google Play Store for Android 14.0+ devices. Also provides Google Action integration for voice-controlled station access.
• AmazoncoreTechnology or IntegrationRadio.co develops Alexa Skills for Amazon Echo devices enabling voice-controlled radio station access. Skills available in English, French, Spanish, German, and Japanese.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Live365: Long-running internet radio broadcasting platform offering station creation, automation, and streaming hosting. Direct competitor in the SMB/individual and community broadcaster segment that Radio.co serves.
• TuneIn: Large-scale internet radio aggregator and streaming platform with apps across mobile and smart speakers. Overlaps with Radio.co in distribution to listeners and tools for broadcasters.
• Spreaker (by iHeartMedia): Podcast and radio creation/distribution platform owned by iHeartMedia. Competes in the broadcaster tooling and hosting space with comparable self-serve and creator monetization features.
• Streema: Online directory and streaming platform for radio stations worldwide. Competes for broadcaster mindshare in the discovery and streaming space adjacent to Radio.co's platform.
• Zeno Media: Internet radio streaming and broadcast platform serving broadcasters and brands with monetization tools. Directly comparable to Radio.co in B2B radio streaming and station services.

Emerging players

• Radio Garden: Interactive global internet radio listening experience. Overlaps with Radio.co in delivering internet radio to a worldwide audience, though focused on listening rather than hosting infrastructure.

Regional players

• Broadcastify: Largest North American platform for live audio feeds including radio, police, fire, and aviation. Overlaps with Radio.co in audio broadcasting infrastructure, with a strong US public-safety angle.

Broad incumbents

• SoundCloud: Major audio platform offering creator hosting, distribution, and monetization. Competes in creator audio tooling and listener apps, with a much larger but adjacent focus on music and podcasts.
• Spotify for Podcasters: Spotify's free podcast hosting and distribution tool. Competes with Podcast.co (a Radio.co ecosystem product) and pulls creator mindshare through Spotify's massive listener base.
• iHeartRadio: Major US broadcaster with iHeartRadio app and creator tools. Competes in the internet radio and podcast app space and owns Spreaker, a direct peer in broadcaster tooling.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/radiodotco
• YouTubeyoutube.com/radiodotco
• Facebookfacebook.com/radiodotco
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/radio-co
• Instagraminstagram.com/radiodotco

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds2 records

Investors2 records

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about Radio.co