Q: how do I make it so my podcast don't auto delete after playing?

Hey there DaYDreaM90,

It sounds like you need to change the default setting of podcasts being deleted when they have been played. This is a setting that needs to be done on a per podcast basis. 

Download podcasts - iTunes Help

Choose your default podcast settings

 

You can choose default settings that apply to all podcasts, such as how many episodes of each podcast are saved, and when they’re deleted.

1. Click the Podcasts button near the top left of the iTunes window (if you don’t see it, click ).

2. Click My Podcasts, then click Defaults near the bottom left of the window.

3. Choose the settings you want:

   • Refresh: Choose how often to check for new episodes.

   • Limit Episodes: Choose the maximum number of episodes to keep.

   • Download Episodes: Choose On to automatically download new podcast episodes when they become available.

   • Delete Played Episodes: Choose On to have iTunes delete podcasts after you’ve played them.

4. Click OK to save your changes.

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Take care,

Sterling