Video

Snapshot

VAST Video

Specifications

VAST Tag

We support VAST protocols up to VAST 4.1. VAST tags that contain multiple media files should have the following required attributes:

• Delivery: progressive
• Width: the native width of the video file, in pixels
• Height: the native height of the video file, in pixels
• Bitrate: average bitrate of the media file.

The VAST tag can contain a companion ad in a PNG/JPEG format.

VPAID should be embedded in the VAST response.

• Format supported: HTML5, JavaScript
• oRTB ad request includes: imp.video.api: 1,2
• VPAID should be sent to the video player in a VAST response and referenced as shown below:
  • Media file type: application/JavaScript
  • API Framework: VPAID
  • Delivery: progressive

Aspect Ratio

• 16:9 for landscape video. Recommended dimensions of the video are: 1280x720, 854x480 or 640x360.
• 9:16 for vertical video. Recommended dimensions of the video are: 720x1280, 480x854 or 360x640.​
• In the case of the screen or device re-orientation, creatives will be padded with black space to fit the 16:9 or 9:16 video player aspect ratio. ​
• Multiple media files (having various bitrates) matching the above spec are strongly recommended. ​
• InMobi SDK picks up the best matching media file based on network connection speed and device type.

Bitrate

Recommended to have one video file having bitrate <= 1024 kbps

Audio: AAC constant bitrate, 2 channels, 44.1KHz sampling rate.

Viewability

Third-party viewability measurement verification support across MOAT, IAS, DoubleVerify, Google ActiveView, and Meetrics through Open Measurement SDK (OMSDK)​.

Companion Ad Format

• Image sizes recommended:
  • Smartphone for landscape video: 300x250, 568x320, 480x320 - Based on the requested slot of the device, the relevant size will be picked up where available. ​
  • Tablet for landscape video: 1024x768​
  • Smartphone for vertical video: 300x250, 320x568, 320x480 - Based on the requested ad slot of the device, the relevant size will be picked up where available. ​
  • Tablets for vertical video: 768x1024​
• Max file size: 100 KB
• Formats supported: PNG, JPEG, HTML

Requirements

• Must be served via a linear VAST tag (pre-fetch tag)
  • Companion ads:
    • Rendered as end-cards, centered on the last frame of the video
    • Tracking Events - view, click
    • Companion ClickThrough
  • All VAST versions are supported.
  • Maximum of 3 VAST wrappers allowed.
  • CORS header mandatory for VAST response (including wrappers)
  • Only one creative per VAST tag; if there are multiple creatives, only the first one is picked, and the rest are ignored.
  • The VAST tag must be SSL-compliant.
  • Non-Linear Video not supported
  • For Rewarded Videos, all oRTB requests will include an extended field under Video Object confirming whether "Rewarded =True / False“.

End-card Requirements

End cards can either be designed by InMobi’s creative team or the client.

Requirements For End-Cards Designed By Client

• Aspect Ratio: Both Vertical and Horizontal supported (depending on the video orientation).
• Design resolution: 640x1136 or higher resolution.
• Use responsive design principles to ensure objects shift to fit all screen sizes, as some screens are now taller than the standard.
• Use smart objects at high resolutions to resize the elements if needed.
• Provide any fonts used in your PSD in case type changes are needed later on. Most licenses allow you to share fonts with vendors for publishing.
• We usually use Celtra for building rich media. Some components, such as maps, may have design restrictions.
• Keep logos towards the top of creatives for best brand recognition.
• Use a button for the main CTA. CTA button should be near the bottom third of the screen, where users’ thumbs naturally rest.

Requirements For End-Cards Designed By InMobi

Provide us the following assets:

• Logo files
• Brand Fonts
• Style Guide
• PSDs from any existing marketing material (display, print, social media, web)
• Photographs (products, lifestyle shots, etc.)

Specifications

Get in touch with us at [email protected].