How to Add Your Shoutcast Radio to the Shoutcast Directory Print

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Registering a Radio Manager Account:

   • Visit the Shoutcast Radio Manager registration page.
   • Register for an account by filling out the required details.
   • Once registered, log in to your Shoutcast Radio Manager account.
   • Add your radio station by providing the necessary information such as station name, genre, and description.
   • After adding your station, you will receive an Authhash key. Keep this key handy for the next steps.

2. Login to CentovaCast:

   • Open your web browser and navigate to your CentovaCast login page.
   • Enter your CentovaCast login details (these should have been emailed to you when you first signed up).
   • Click Login.

3. Accessing the Shoutcast Admin Panel:

   • In CentovaCast, navigate to Server > Admin.
   • The main server page for your Shoutcast stream will load. In the top-right corner, click on Server Login.
   • You will be prompted to log in. Use the following details:
     • Username: admin
     • Password: Your CentovaCast password

   Alternatively, you can access the Shoutcast admin login URL directly. The URL format is:

   http://cast.gossdhosting.com:port/admin.cgi

   Replace yourserver with your server's hostname and port with your stream's port number.

4. Adding Your Authhash Key:

   • Once logged in to the Shoutcast admin panel, click on Create authhash.
   • Enter the Authhash key you received from the Shoutcast Radio Manager.
   • Click Save to apply the changes.

5. Syncing with Shoutcast Directory:

   • The system will automatically sync your radio station with the Shoutcast public directory.
   • Visit the Shoutcast Directory to verify your station listing.

Troubleshooting Tips

• Authhash Key Issues: Ensure the Authhash key is correctly entered. Double-check for any typos.
• Login Problems: Verify you are using the correct admin username and password. If you forgot your password, use the CentovaCast password recovery options.
• Directory Listing Delays: It may take some time for your station to appear in the Shoutcast directory after submission. If it doesn't appear within a reasonable time, contact Shoutcast support.

For further assistance, please contact our support team. Happy streaming!