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sellers.json

A file SSPs publish disclosing the sellers they represent, improving supply transparency.

By Brandon MinaCEO, BrandPilot AIUpdated November 2026

Appears in Lesson 7 of Programmatic 101

Short answer

sellers.json is a public file that SSPs and exchanges publish listing the sellers they represent, including publishers and intermediaries, with identifying information. Developed by IAB Tech Lab, it complements ads.txt by letting buyers see who is actually selling inventory. This improves supply chain transparency and helps identify unauthorized resellers.