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Adtech & Programmatic
Banner Ad (Display Ad)
A static or animated image ad shown in a defined space on a website or app, the most common digital ad format.
By Brandon Mina·CEO, BrandPilot AI·Updated November 2026
Short answer
A banner ad, or display ad, is a static or animated image ad shown in a defined space on a website or app. It is one of the most common digital ad formats, available in standard sizes like 300x250 and 728x90. Banner ads are bought directly or programmatically and support awareness and retargeting.