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Connected TV AdsPremium Streaming TV Advertising

Reach cord-cutters and streaming audiences with precision targeting, household-level data, and premium brand-safe environments.

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Netflix
2.3M
Impressions
Disney+
1.8M
Impressions
Hulu
1.5M
Impressions
Paramount+
1.2M
Impressions
Household Targeting Active
Income: $75K+Age: 25-54FamiliesCord-cutters
Campaign Performance
95% Completion Rate
+28% vs linear TV

• Premium streaming inventory

• Household-level targeting

• Cross-device measurement

• Brand-safe environments

CTV Platform Inventory

Streaming Services

Premium ad-supported streaming platforms with high-quality content

Netflix (with ads)

Audience:230M+ subscribers
Viewability:98%
Completion:94%
Content:
Original series, movies, documentaries
Demographics:
Adults 18-54, affluent households
Ad Formats:
Pre-rollMid-rollSponsored content
Targeting: Behavioral, demographic, contextual

Disney+ (with ads)

Audience:150M+ subscribers
Viewability:97%
Completion:96%
Content:
Disney, Marvel, Star Wars, Pixar
Demographics:
Families, adults 25-49
Ad Formats:
Pre-rollMid-rollPause ads
Targeting: Family-based, interest-based

Hulu

Audience:48M+ subscribers
Viewability:96%
Completion:93%
Content:
Current TV shows, originals
Demographics:
Adults 18-49, cord-cutters
Ad Formats:
Pre-rollMid-rollInteractive
Targeting: Advanced audience segments

Paramount+

Audience:67M+ subscribers
Viewability:95%
Completion:92%
Content:
CBS shows, sports, news
Demographics:
Adults 25-54, sports enthusiasts
Ad Formats:
Pre-rollMid-rollLive sports
Targeting: Sports fans, news viewers

Smart TV Platforms

Operating systems and platforms built into smart TVs

Samsung TV Plus

Audience:88M+ monthly users
Viewability:99%
Completion:91%
Content:
Free streaming channels
Demographics:
Broad reach, all demographics
Ad Formats:
Traditional spotsInteractive
Targeting: Device-based, viewing behavior

LG Channels

Audience:45M+ monthly users
Viewability:98%
Completion:90%
Content:
Curated free content
Demographics:
Tech-savvy households
Ad Formats:
Video adsDisplay overlays
Targeting: Household demographics

Roku Channel

Audience:70M+ active accounts
Viewability:97%
Completion:93%
Content:
Movies, TV shows, live TV
Demographics:
Cord-cutters, value-conscious
Ad Formats:
Video adsSponsored content
Targeting: Advanced audience data

Live TV Streaming

Live television streaming services with real-time advertising

YouTube TV

Audience:8M+ subscribers
Viewability:96%
Completion:89%
Content:
Live TV channels, sports
Demographics:
Cord-cutters, sports fans
Ad Formats:
Traditional spotsAddressable
Targeting: Google audience data

Sling TV

Audience:2.5M+ subscribers
Viewability:95%
Completion:88%
Content:
Live TV packages
Demographics:
Budget-conscious, younger adults
Ad Formats:
Linear spotsVOD
Targeting: Package-based, behavioral

FuboTV

Audience:1.4M+ subscribers
Viewability:97%
Completion:91%
Content:
Sports-focused live TV
Demographics:
Sports enthusiasts, affluent
Ad Formats:
Live spotsInteractive
Targeting: Sports interest, demographics

Advanced Targeting Capabilities

Household-Level Targeting

Target specific households with precision using deterministic data

Accuracy:95% household match rate
Scale:120M+ households
Privacy:Privacy-compliant, anonymized
Data Source:Set-top box data, smart TV data, first-party data
Capabilities:
  • Household income and demographics
  • Purchase behavior and brand affinity
  • Life stage and family composition
  • Geographic location and DMA
  • Viewing habits and content preferences

Behavioral Targeting

Target based on viewing behavior and content consumption patterns

Accuracy:92% behavioral prediction
Scale:200M+ viewing profiles
Privacy:Opt-in based, transparent
Data Source:ACR data, streaming analytics, viewing logs
Capabilities:
  • Genre preferences and viewing time
  • Binge-watching patterns
  • Channel loyalty and switching
  • Ad engagement history
  • Cross-platform viewing behavior

Contextual Targeting

Target based on content context, genre, and viewing environment

Accuracy:98% content classification
Scale:1M+ content pieces analyzed
Privacy:No personal data required
Data Source:Content metadata, AI analysis, editorial tags
Capabilities:
  • Content genre and category
  • Program type and rating
  • Viewing time and daypart
  • Content mood and sentiment
  • Brand safety verification

Advanced Audience Segments

Pre-built and custom audience segments for precise targeting

Accuracy:89% segment accuracy
Scale:500+ pre-built segments
Privacy:GDPR and CCPA compliant
Data Source:Third-party data, first-party integration, AI modeling
Capabilities:
  • Life stage segments (new parents, empty nesters)
  • Interest-based segments (auto intenders, travelers)
  • Behavioral segments (cord-cutters, binge-watchers)
  • Lookalike audiences based on customers
  • Custom segments from first-party data

CTV Ad Formats

Pre-Roll Video

Video ads that play before the main content starts

Duration:
15s, 30s
Completion:
94%
Pricing:
$15-45 CPM
Best For:
Brand awareness, product launches
Features:
  • Guaranteed viewability
  • High completion rates
  • Premium content adjacency
  • Skip-protection options
Engagement: High attention, brand building

Mid-Roll Video

Video ads that play during natural breaks in content

Duration:
15s, 30s, 60s
Completion:
96%
Pricing:
$20-60 CPM
Best For:
Performance campaigns, conversions
Features:
  • Highest completion rates
  • Natural viewing experience
  • Premium inventory
  • Contextual relevance
Engagement: Highest engagement, captive audience

Post-Roll Video

Video ads that play after the main content ends

Duration:
15s, 30s
Completion:
78%
Pricing:
$8-25 CPM
Best For:
Retargeting, call-to-action
Features:
  • Cost-effective reach
  • Call-to-action focus
  • Retargeting opportunities
  • Incremental reach
Engagement: Lower completion, cost-effective

Interactive Ads

Engaging ads with interactive elements and viewer participation

Duration:
30s, 60s
Completion:
89%
Pricing:
$25-75 CPM
Best For:
Engagement campaigns, data collection
Features:
  • Interactive elements
  • Data collection capabilities
  • Enhanced engagement
  • Memorable brand experiences
Engagement: High interaction, memorable

Pause Ads

Static or video ads that appear when content is paused

Duration:
Static or 15s video
Completion:
85%
Pricing:
$10-30 CPM
Best For:
Brand awareness, non-disruptive messaging
Features:
  • Non-intrusive format
  • High visibility
  • User-initiated exposure
  • Cost-effective reach
Engagement: Non-intrusive, high visibility

Sponsored Content

Branded content integration within streaming platforms

Duration:
Variable
Completion:
92%
Pricing:
$30-100 CPM
Best For:
Brand storytelling, content marketing
Features:
  • Native content integration
  • High trust and engagement
  • Storytelling opportunities
  • Premium brand association
Engagement: Native experience, high trust

Advanced Measurement Solutions

Automatic Content Recognition (ACR)

Real-time measurement of ad exposure across smart TVs and streaming devices

Coverage:45M+ smart TV households
Accuracy:99% ad detection accuracy
Latency:Real-time reporting
Capabilities:
  • Real-time ad verification
  • Exact ad placement confirmation
  • Viewability measurement
  • Audience composition analysis
  • Competitive intelligence
Data Types:
  • Ad exposure and frequency
  • Audience demographics
  • Viewing duration and completion
  • Channel and program context
  • Device and platform identification
Benefits:
  • Precise measurement without cookies
  • Cross-platform view deduplication
  • Real-time campaign optimization
  • Detailed audience insights

Set-Top Box (STB) Data

Comprehensive viewing data from cable and satellite set-top boxes

Coverage:25M+ STB households
Accuracy:100% viewing accuracy
Latency:Next-day reporting
Capabilities:
  • Second-by-second viewing data
  • Channel changing behavior
  • DVR usage and ad skipping
  • Household viewing patterns
  • Long-term viewing trends
Data Types:
  • Exact viewing times and duration
  • Channel lineup and preferences
  • Ad exposure and avoidance
  • Household composition
  • Geographic and demographic data
Benefits:
  • Historical viewing patterns
  • Precise audience measurement
  • Ad effectiveness analysis
  • Competitive benchmarking

Cross-Device Attribution

Connect CTV ad exposure to actions across all devices and channels

Coverage:150M+ cross-device profiles
Accuracy:87% device linkage accuracy
Latency:Real-time attribution
Capabilities:
  • TV-to-digital attribution
  • Cross-device journey mapping
  • Incremental reach measurement
  • Conversion attribution
  • Brand lift measurement
Data Types:
  • Cross-device user journeys
  • Conversion paths and touchpoints
  • Incremental impact analysis
  • Brand awareness and recall
  • Purchase behavior changes
Benefits:
  • Complete customer journey view
  • True ROI measurement
  • Optimal budget allocation
  • Enhanced targeting precision

Brand Lift Studies

Measure the impact of CTV advertising on brand metrics and consumer behavior

Coverage:Custom survey panels
Accuracy:95% statistical confidence
Latency:Weekly reporting
Capabilities:
  • Brand awareness measurement
  • Purchase intent tracking
  • Ad recall and recognition
  • Brand perception analysis
  • Competitive brand comparison
Data Types:
  • Brand awareness lift
  • Purchase intent changes
  • Ad recall and message retention
  • Brand attribute associations
  • Competitive positioning
Benefits:
  • Quantified brand impact
  • Campaign optimization insights
  • Strategic planning data
  • ROI justification

CTV Audience Insights

Cord-Cutters (Ages 25-44)

Size: 45M households
Characteristics:
  • Tech-savvy and digitally native
  • Higher household income ($75K+)
  • Value convenience and control
  • Ad-tolerant for free/cheaper content
  • Multi-device content consumption
Viewing Behavior:
  • Binge-watching preferred
  • On-demand content focus
  • Mobile and tablet secondary screens
  • Social media engagement during viewing
  • Ad-supported content acceptance
Marketing Opportunities:
  • Technology and innovation products
  • Premium lifestyle brands
  • Financial services and investments
  • Home improvement and smart home
  • Subscription services and apps
Ad Preferences:
  • Relevant and personalized ads
  • Interactive and engaging formats
  • Short-form video content
  • Mobile-optimized experiences
  • Social media integration

Streaming Families (Ages 35-54)

Size: 38M households
Characteristics:
  • Family-focused content consumption
  • Budget-conscious but willing to pay for value
  • Multiple streaming subscriptions
  • Shared viewing experiences
  • Safety and educational content priority
Viewing Behavior:
  • Family co-viewing sessions
  • Educational and kids content
  • Weekend and evening viewing peaks
  • Multiple user profiles per household
  • Parental control usage
Marketing Opportunities:
  • Family products and services
  • Educational tools and toys
  • Food and beverage brands
  • Travel and entertainment
  • Health and wellness products
Ad Preferences:
  • Family-friendly content
  • Educational and informative ads
  • Value proposition focus
  • Safety and trust messaging
  • Multi-generational appeal

Premium Streamers (Ages 45-65)

Size: 28M households
Characteristics:
  • Higher disposable income ($100K+)
  • Quality content preference
  • Multiple premium subscriptions
  • Brand loyalty and trust important
  • Traditional TV viewing habits
Viewing Behavior:
  • Premium content and originals
  • News and documentary preference
  • Scheduled viewing patterns
  • Large screen viewing preference
  • Ad tolerance for premium content
Marketing Opportunities:
  • Luxury and premium brands
  • Financial and investment services
  • Travel and hospitality
  • Automotive and real estate
  • Health and wellness premium products
Ad Preferences:
  • High-quality production values
  • Sophisticated messaging
  • Brand heritage and trust
  • Longer-form storytelling
  • Premium brand associations

Technical Specifications

Video FormatsMP4, WebM, HLS, DASH
Resolution Support720p, 1080p, 4K UHD
Ad Lengths15s, 30s, 60s, 90s
Targeting PrecisionHousehold-level data
MeasurementACR, STB, Smart TV data
Brand SafetyPremium content only

💡 Pro Tip

Leverage household-level targeting combined with contextual data for optimal CTV campaign performance. Use ACR measurement for real-time optimization and cross-device attribution for complete ROI analysis.

Key Features

Premium streaming inventory
Household-level targeting
Cross-device measurement
Advanced audience insights
Real-time optimization
Brand-safe environments

VAST 4.0 Integration

/* VAST 4.0 CTV Ad Tag */
<VAST version="4.0">
<Ad>
<InLine>
<AdSystem>IMC CTV</AdSystem>
<Creatives>
<Creative>
<Linear>
<Duration>00:00:30</Duration>
</Linear>
</Creative>
</Creatives>
</InLine>
</Ad>
</VAST>

Performance Metrics

Completion Rate

95%
+28% vs linear TV

Brand Recall

73%
+45% vs digital video

Purchase Intent

68%
+52% vs traditional

Reach Efficiency

89%
+34% cost efficiency

Reach Streaming Audiences with Premium CTV Advertising

Access premium streaming inventory, household-level targeting, and advanced measurement to drive brand awareness and performance on Connected TV.