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Native Display Advertising 101

Every year, new marketing strategies push the boundaries of capturing users’ attention. While native display advertising isn’t a new concept, it might still appear “new” to those exposed to it for the first time. In this blog, we’ll discuss what native display advertising is, how it works, who can benefit from it, and how to get started.

What is Native Display Advertising and How Does It Work?

Native display advertising is a type of digital advertisement designed to blend seamlessly with the content a viewer is already consuming. For example, have you ever been on a news website reading an article and noticed what appears to be another article, but with a label like “Sponsored by [Brand Name]”? That’s a native display ad.

Unlike traditional display or video ads that stand out as promotional content, native ads are crafted to feel more like organic content. They are less intrusive and more engaging, breaking through the “ad blindness” many online users have developed. By integrating smoothly with the surrounding content, native ads capture attention in ways that traditional digital ads often cannot. This approach provides a win-win for advertisers, who gain visibility, and audiences, who encounter content that feels relevant and natural.

Who’s a Good Fit for Native Display Advertising?

Native display advertising works particularly well for certain industries. Sectors like healthcare, finance, home improvement, auto, travel, and education tend to see great results. If your customers often research products or services online before making a purchase, native advertising could be an excellent fit for your business.

Healthcare, finance, and home improvement industries, in particular, face advertising restrictions around demographic targeting. However, native ads overcome these challenges by appearing on content that your target demographics are already consuming, making them an effective way to reach potential customers.

How Do I Get Started?

Getting started with native advertising can be challenging to navigate on your own. That’s where we come in. Our agency specializes in managing native advertising campaigns, from strategy and implementation to performance analysis.

Ready to take the next step? Contact us for a free consultation, and let’s create a native advertising campaign that delivers results for your business.

About the Author

Bronson French - Senior Digital Media Strategist

Bronson French is one of our talented digital media strategists. He has been in our organization since 2018 and has made a huge impact on our clients since then. Bronson’s primary focus is to help our clients succeed online by executing, monitoring, optimizing, and reporting on a variety of paid digital tactics. In his free time, he enjoys hunting, fishing, spending time with friends and family, and playing with his dog, Bunny.
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