STV advertising delivers targeted ads to users streaming video on connected devices like smart TVs or platforms such as Fire TV and Roku. Non-skippable ads typically appear before content or during commercial breaks.
Streaming TV refers to internet-enabled TVs or devices that allow access to streaming services and digital content. Unlike traditional TV advertising, which relies on airwaves or cable, STV advertising uses internet connectivity to engage viewers.
Streaming TV advertising enables businesses to capitalize on the increasing popularity of streaming services while addressing the trend of cord-cutting. Marketers must reach households that have moved away from traditional or linear TV by reconnecting with them through STV ads.
The costs associated with STV advertising can vary depending on factors such as ad inventory availability, targeting options, ad formats, ad length, and the demand for specific audiences or content. STV advertising can be priced on a CPM (Cost Per Thousand Impressions) or a fixed-rate basis, and the overall costs should be assessed based on the campaign goals and expected returns.
OTT (Over-the-Top) and STV (Streaming TV) ads are both methods of delivering digital video advertisements, but they differ in terms of platforms, devices, and user experiences.
Advertising on Streaming TV (STV) offers brands several advantages over traditional linear TV, including advanced data-driven targeting capabilities, detailed real-time measurement and analytics, and higher viewer engagement through interactive ads. STV reaches cord-cutters and cord-nevers, capturing younger demographics that traditional TV misses. It provides flexible and efficient ad placements with options for programmatic buying and quick adjustments based on performance data. Brands benefit from frequency capping, ensuring balanced ad exposure, and often enjoy higher ad completion rates due to non-skippable formats, resulting in better message retention and overall campaign effectiveness.