This tutorial walks through the process of connecting an RSS feed and manually adding Audio Files to your app using the App Dashboard.
Adding and connecting audio files and audio RSS feeds to your app are the best ways for users to listen to sermons or podcasts throughout the week. In this article, we will cover adding an RSS Feed and adding manual audio files.
Connecting an Audio RSS Feed
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Log into Tithely as an Admin
- Select Apps.
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Select the Audio option on the left navigation bar.
- Select RSS Feed.
- Select Add New.
- Enter your RSS Feed URL.
Note: if the feed URL is not correct the popup form will not allow you to save and will stay open until the URL is entered correctly. - Add to a Sermon Series. (Optional)
- Enter a Tab Name. (Optional)
- Enter a Long Tab Name. (Optional)
- Select Advanced Options to:
- Activate
- Deactivate
- Check for JSON Feed.
- Select Save.
Tithely Tip
The best way to set up sermon series in your custom church app is by using Sermon Series in Tithely Sites. Set up your sermons in Tithely Sites then connect the RSS Feed for the best results.
Manually Adding Audio Files
- Log into Tithely as an Admin
- Select Apps.
- Select the Audio option on the left navigation bar.
- Select Add New.
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Enter a Title.
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Enter an Author.
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Select to add to a Series (Optional).
- Add a Sermon Date.
- Add an Image. (Optional)
- Add any Keywords. (Optional)
- Add a Summary. (Optional)
- Select how you would like to add your Audio.
- Upload MP3
Note: After clicking Save you will upload the MP3 on the next page. - Add a URL.
- Upload MP3
- Select Save.
You're now able to add Audio files to your custom church app. If you need any further assistance or have questions please reach out to our support team.