Glossary/CTV, Video & Audio/Companion 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 Mina·CEO, BrandPilot AI·Updated 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.