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GlossaryCTV, Video & AudioCompanion Ad

CTV, Video & Audio

Companion Ad

A display or banner ad shown alongside a video or audio ad, such as a clickable banner next to a player or in a podcast app.

By Brandon MinaCEO, BrandPilot AIUpdated November 2026

Short answer

A companion ad is a display or banner ad shown alongside a video or audio ad, such as a clickable banner next to a video player or within a podcast or music app. It extends the main ad's message, offers a clickable call to action, and can remain visible after the video or audio spot ends.