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Comprehensive documentation and guidelines for creating effective advertisements on our platform

Overview

Thank you for choosing to advertise with TechBuzz! Our platform offers a flexible and effective way to reach our audience of tech enthusiasts, professionals, and decision-makers. This documentation outlines everything you need to know to create successful advertisements on our platform.

Key Benefits

  • Reach 1.1M+ monthly active users
  • Targeted placement based on content categories
  • Flexible ad formats to suit your campaign goals
  • Detailed analytics and performance reporting

Ad Types

Our platform supports three distinct advertisement formats, each designed for different campaign objectives and content types.

Banner Ads

Full-width promotional banners with headline, caption, image, and optional CTA button.

Dimensions: 1200×300px (desktop), 600×300px (mobile)

CTA Ads

Compact promotional blocks with a cover image and prominent call-to-action button.

Dimensions: 600×600px

iFrame Ads

External content loaded through an iFrame, perfect for custom HTML advertisements.

Dimensions: Responsive width, 250px height

CTA Ads Example

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CTA Ad Preview - 600×600px

iFrame Ads Example

iFrame Content (External)

Loads content from external URL

iFrame Ad Preview - Responsive width, 250px height

Technical Specifications

Common Ad Properties

PropertyDescriptionRequiredFormat/Constraints
idUnique identifier for the adAlphanumeric string, no spaces
titleShort title for internal reference30 characters max
headerMain headline displayed in the ad60 characters max
captionSubheading or descriptive text120 characters max
toDestination URL or internal pathValid URL or app route
typeAdvertisement format"banner", "cta", or "iframe"
ctaTextText for call-to-action button15 characters max
durationDisplay time in secondsNumber (5–30 recommended)
categoryClassification for analytics"visit" or "reminder"
startDateDate to begin showing the adDate object (YYYY-MM-DD)
endDateDate to stop showing the adDate object (YYYY-MM-DD)

Image Requirements

Banner Ads

  • Dimensions: 1200×300px (desktop), 600×300px (mobile)
  • File types: JPG, PNG, SVG
  • Max file size: 200KB
  • Format: 4:1 aspect ratio for desktop, 2:1 for mobile
  • Safe zone: Keep essential content in the center 80% of the image

CTA Ads

  • Dimensions: 600×600px
  • File types: JPG, PNG, SVG
  • Max file size: 150KB
  • Format: 1:1 aspect ratio (square)
  • Safe zone: Keep essential content in the center 90% of the image

iFrame Ads

  • Dimensions: Responsive (will adjust to container width)
  • Height: Fixed at 250px
  • Loading: Must be optimized to load within 2 seconds
  • Content: Must adhere to our content policy (no autoplay audio, no pop-ups)

Content Guidelines

Effective Headlines

  • Keep headlines concise and action-oriented
  • Focus on benefits rather than features
  • Create a sense of urgency when appropriate
  • Avoid all-caps except for acronyms
  • Proofread carefully for spelling and grammar

Caption Best Practices

  • Complement the headline without repeating it
  • Provide specific details that support your main message
  • Keep language accessible and jargon-free
  • Include a unique selling proposition when possible
  • Maintain brand voice consistency

Call-to-Action Text

  • Use clear, action-oriented verbs (e.g., "Subscribe", "Learn More", "Get Started")
  • Create a sense of value or benefit
  • Keep text concise (1-3 words is ideal)
  • Ensure high contrast against button background

Technical Implementation

Below is an example of how to structure your ad object for submission to our platform:

const newAd = {
  id: 'yourUniqueId',
  title: 'Your Ad Title',
  header: 'Your Compelling Headline Here',
  caption: 'Your descriptive supporting text',
  to: '/your-landing-page', // or https://your-external-site.com
  type: 'banner', // 'banner', 'cta', or 'iframe'
  ctaText: 'Learn More',
  duration: 15, // seconds
  image: '/path/to/your/optimized/image.png',
  category: 'visit', // 'visit' or 'reminder'
  startDate: new Date('2025-06-01'),
  endDate: new Date('2025-07-01')
}

Submission Process

  1. 1
    Prepare all assets according to the specifications above
  2. 2
    Complete the ad submission form in your TechBuzz client dashboard
  3. 3
    Upload your creative assets
  4. 4
    Set your campaign parameters (duration, start/end dates)
  5. 5
    Submit for review
  6. 6
    Allow 2-3 business days for approval

Frequently Asked Questions

Contact Information

For technical assistance or questions about ad specifications:

  • Email: contact@techbuzz.ai
  • Support hours: Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm EST