What is the difference between unlocked episodes, locked episodes and scheduled episodes?

We understand that the different states of episodes can sometimes be confusing to interpret. We're here to help clarify any confusion you may have. The following states of episodes are available on Pocket FM:

Free/ Unlocked episodes: These episodes are completely unlocked. You can start listening right away!

Locked episodes: In certain locked episodes, you may notice that it's mentioned the episode will become free after a specified duration. Listeners have the option to either wait for the episode to unlock for free or purchase it using Pocket FM coins. 

For instance, in the following scenario, the listener must wait 48 hours for the episode to unlock for free. However, if they prefer not to wait, they can purchase it for 8 Pocket FM coins.

Some locked episodes can only be unlocked using Pocket FM coins. For instance, in the scenario provided below, the episode will not be part of the daily unlock, and listeners need to purchase it with 9 Pocket FM coins to access it immediately.

Scheduled episodes: These episodes are scheduled for release on a future date and will only be unlocked for free to listeners after their release. However, if listeners wish to access them earlier, they can purchase these episodes using Pocket FM coins. It is important to note that scheduled episodes will not qualify for the daily free episode unlock until their release date approaches.

For example, in the following scenario, listeners have the option to wait for 14 days until the episode is released and qualify for the daily free episode unlock. Alternatively, they can choose to purchase it with 10 Pocket FM coins to listen to it immediately.