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Connected TV ad specs

Reviewed September 23, 2026

Current sizes, ratios, durations, file limits, and text limits for Connected TV placements. Specs change several times a year; confirm against the platform's documentation before production.

ElementSpecification
Duration15 and 30 seconds standard; 6, 10, 20, 60 accepted on some platforms
FileMP4, H.264, 1920 x 1080 (mezzanine ProRes or 4K accepted by some); 16:9; 23.976 to 30 fps; stereo audio, -24 LKFS loudness
Bit rate15 to 30 Mbps recommended for mezzanine; delivery via VAST 4 with multiple renditions
InteractiveQR codes should occupy a safe area and hold for at least 5 seconds

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