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Retail Media & Commerce
Onsite Retail Media
Ads shown on a retailer's own site or app.
By Brandon Mina·CEO, BrandPilot AI·Updated November 2026
Short answer
Onsite retail media is advertising shown on a retailer's own website or app. Common formats include sponsored product listings in search results, display banners, and placements on product detail pages. Because shoppers see these ads while actively shopping, onsite retail media is closely tied to purchases and measurable sales outcomes.