HubSpot: What is a YouTube Pre Roll Ad [+9 Examples to Inspire You]

HubSpot just shared another insightful blogpost:

Even if you aren’t completely sure what a pre roll ad is, odds are you’ve seen a few of them. Click on any YouTube video and, more often than not, a short advert will automatically play before the video. This is known as a pre roll ad. Here’s an example:  For consumers, these ads can feel like a digital thorn in the side. But for marketers, these short adverts can pack a powerful punch in terms of brand awareness and ad recall. Let’s learn more about pre rolls ads, how to get these ads on YouTube, and look at some effective examples in action. There are three main types of pre roll ads on YouTube: Bumper: Available in select markets, bump ads are non-skippable, six-second ads. Skippable: In a skippable video ad, viewers are given a choice to skip the ad after the initial five seconds. In order to work,…

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