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Adtech & Programmatic

Deal ID

A unique identifier that links a buyer and seller's negotiated terms in a programmatic transaction.

By Brandon MinaCEO, BrandPilot AIUpdated November 2026

Appears in Lesson 5 of Programmatic 101

Short answer

A deal ID is a unique identifier attached to bid requests that links a buyer and seller's pre-negotiated terms in a programmatic transaction. It tells the DSP which price, inventory, and priority apply. Deal IDs power private marketplaces, preferred deals, programmatic guaranteed, and curated packages, distinguishing them from open-auction impressions.