By default, Pocket Casts will not use your mobile data to auto download episodes.
However, Pocket Casts will use a minimal amount of mobile data for the following tasks:
- Syncing
- Checking for new episodes
- Opening episode notes
- Manually refreshing podcast artwork
Enabling Use Mobile Data to auto download episodes may incur significant mobile data fees and is not recommended.
- Tap Profile
- Tap Settings
- Auto download
- Turn off Only on unmetered WiFi
While the “Only on unmetered WiFi” setting is toggled on, you can still manually download episodes while using data.
You will also find auto download options in the settings of each Playlist.
- Tap Profile
- Tap Settings
- Storage & data use
- Enable Warn before using data
