Creative testing results
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August 4, 2025
With 2.61 seconds of Active Attention, Facebook in-stream is the strongest option for reinforcing small brand visibility. More than 37% of the ad is viewed actively, securing meaningful brand exposure before audience drop-off. For small brands, high Active Attention is crucial for competing with larger brands.
A supportive secondary format is Youtube pre-roll non-skippable, which delivers 2.35 seconds of Active Attention. When used together, these formats reinforce messaging and maximize recall.
With only 0.26 seconds of Active Attention, this format is a poor fit for mid-funnel campaigns. Other formats offer greater engagement, making them more effective choices.
In mid-funnel campaigns, shifting branding earlier will ensure stronger recall and engagement. By this time, only 36.1% of viewers remain engaged—adjust for better effectiveness.
These formats are well-suited for 10-second ads, making them effective for middle-funnel reinforcement. For a small brand, every second must work harder—while this ad length helps minimize wastage, ensure branding appears early and messaging is sharp to maximize recall and strengthen brand association.