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GlossaryCTV, Video & AudioView Rate

CTV, Video & Audio

View Rate

The share of video ad impressions that result in a counted view, as defined by the platform, such as 30 seconds on YouTube.

By Brandon MinaCEO, BrandPilot AIUpdated November 2026

Short answer

View rate is the share of video ad impressions that result in a counted view, as defined by the platform. On YouTube, for example, a view is counted when someone watches 30 seconds of the ad, or the whole ad if shorter, or interacts with it. It indicates how compelling creative is to its audience.