HTML5 Banners

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IAB Standard Banner Sizes

Complete reference for HTML5 display advertising. Click any size to open it directly in the banner generator.

High-Priority Sizes (P0)

These sizes have the highest fill rates and are supported by virtually all ad networks. Start here for maximum reach.

SizeIAB NameTypeUse Case
300x250Medium RectangleUniversalHighest fill rate, works everywhere. In-content and sidebar placement.Create
728x90LeaderboardDesktopDesktop header and footer placement. Standard above-the-fold unit.Create
300x600Half Page AdDesktopHigh-impact sidebar unit. Better engagement than standard rectangles.Create

Standard Sizes (P1)

Common formats with good fill rates across major ad networks.

SizeIAB NameTypeUse Case
160x600Wide SkyscraperDesktopSidebar placement. Vertical format for sustained visibility.Create
320x50Mobile LeaderboardMobileStandard mobile banner. Top or bottom of screen placement.Create
320x100Large Mobile BannerMobileHigher impact mobile unit. Better CTR than 320x50.Create
970x250BillboardDesktopPremium desktop placement. High-impact above-the-fold.Create

Extended Sizes (P2)

Specialized formats for specific placements and premium inventory.

SizeIAB NameTypeUse Case
336x280Large RectangleDesktopIn-content placement. Slightly larger than 300x250.Create
970x90Super LeaderboardDesktopWide desktop header. Premium publisher inventory.Create
300x1050PortraitDesktopFull sidebar takeover. Premium desktop placement.Create
320x480Mobile InterstitialMobileFull-screen mobile overlay. High engagement rates.Create
468x60Full BannerDesktopLegacy format. Still used on some publisher sites.Create
250x250SquareUniversalSquare format for flexible placement.Create

Video Banner Sizes

Recommended sizes for HTML5 video banners. These provide the best aspect ratio match for video content.

SizeAspect RatioBest For
300x2506:5Universal video placement, near-square cropCreate
970x250~4:1Cinematic widescreen banner, desktop heroCreate
300x6001:2Vertical video (9:16 crop), mobile-style contentCreate
320x4802:3Vertical video interstitial, mobile fullscreenCreate
1920x108016:9Full HD video banner, native 16:9 contentCreate

Platform Size Limits

Maximum file sizes vary by advertising platform:

PlatformMax ZIP SizeVideo In ZIPNotes
GAM10 MBYesMost permissive. Video as separate file in ZIP.
CM360 (DCM)9.5 MBNoVideo must be base64-encoded in HTML.
DV360200 KBNoStrict limit. Only small/short videos work.
Google Ads150 KBNoNo video files. Account >90 days, >$9k spend required.
Tip: For maximum compatibility, always create the 300x250 size first — it has the highest fill rate across all networks and is required for most campaigns.

IAB New Ad Portfolio

IAB is moving toward aspect-ratio-based specifications instead of fixed pixel sizes. The new LEAN principles (Light, Encrypted, AdChoices-supported, Non-invasive) emphasize responsive containers. However, fixed-size HTML5 banners remain the standard for Google Ad Manager and most DSPs.

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