Creative Terms

Native Advertising

Native ads are advertisements crafted to match the form and function of the platform on which they appear, making them feel less disruptive and more organic to users. They are particularly effective on social media and content-based sites.

Definition

Native ads are advertisements crafted to match the form and function of the platform on which they appear, making them feel less disruptive and more organic to users. They are particularly effective on social media and content-based sites.

Examples

Sponsored posts that look like regular news articles

Documentary series sponsored by a brand exploring relevant industry topics

Educational content that showcases brand expertise without hard selling

Lifestyle content that naturally integrates brand values and products

Interactive experiences that blend entertainment with brand messaging

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