Need help getting started?
Here are a few resources to point you in the right direction.
FAQs
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Any business, no matter the size, can reach the right customers on YouTube. It’s easy to create a high-quality video that tells the story of your business, and there’s flexible pricing to fit any budget. Learn more about how businesses like yours succeeded with video advertising and how you can advertise on YouTube today.
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YouTube video ads are designed to fit any budget. If you’re just getting started and want your video ads to reach local customers, we recommend starting with $10 a day. And you’ll have the option to set your account to bill automatically or manually. Learn more about YouTube pricing here.
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Yes, your video campaigns are set up on Google Ads, an advertising platform used by businesses running ads on Google and its advertising network – which includes YouTube. Google Ads is where you’ll set up, run and manage your YouTube ads. Sign up for an Google Ads account.
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Your ads will show in a variety of ways on YouTube depending on the type of ads you decide to run. For example, TrueView in-stream ads show up before or during videos being watched by customers interested in what you have to offer. Find out more about what types of ads you can run.
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Yes, you can. You’ll select the geographic location where your ads are seen, and who sees them based on their age and interests (in topics like food or travel). Learn more about how you can reach the right people here.
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If you’re looking for creative support, check out these video production platforms that can create video ads entirely from scratch, or by editing your existing assets, within your budget.
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We've gathered our most helpful agency information together on one page so you and your clients can succeed with video ads on YouTube. Whether you need tips for creating a video, or just want to see how YouTube works, we have you covered.
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As businesses adapt to change, Think with Google provides insights on how people are turning to YouTube to stay informed and connected to the world. Learn more
A deeper look into getting started
These tips and insights are designed to give you a deeper understanding of how to advertise on YouTube.
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Making your video ad
How to make a great video ad, without breaking the bank
From that great idea to that last edit, we’ll make sure you’ve got the right info to make a video ad.
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Running campaigns
How to create an effective campaign in five easy steps
A well-organized campaign is an important first step. Make sure yours is built to achieve your business goals.
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Measuring and refining
How to see how you’re doing – and do even better
Like your business, advertising works best when you consistently measure and refine your campaigns.
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Measuring and refining
How to master video ad metrics – and get better results
The more you understand how your ads are performing, the better your chances of attracting new customers.
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Measuring and refining
Are your video promotion efforts boosting your brand?
Use Google Analytics and Google Trends to make sure your YouTube campaigns are impacting how consumers search for and interact with your business online.
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Measuring and refining
How search, display and video ads can team up to win you more sales
Use a combination of video, search and display ads to create and capture new customer demand.
Need help setting up your campaign?
A YouTube Advertising expert is available to set your account up. And it’s free (when you spend at least $10 per day).
*For customers committing to $10 per day or more in ad budget. Phone support operating hours are Mon - Friday, 9am-9pm PST