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CTV, Video & Audio
Cancellation Options (Upfront Options)
Clauses in upfront deals that let advertisers cancel a set share of committed spend for future quarters, given advance notice.
By Brandon Mina·CEO, BrandPilot AI·Updated November 2026
Short answer
Cancellation options, also called upfront options, are clauses in television upfront deals that let advertisers cancel a set share of their committed spend for future quarters, provided they give advance notice. They give buyers flexibility to adjust budgets if business conditions change while still securing pricing and inventory in advance.