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Last Updated on February 8, 2025 by admin

Advertise on the App Store with Apple Search Ads

Apple Search Ads helps businesses promote their apps directly in the App Store by appearing at the top of relevant search results. With advanced targeting options, advertisers can reach users actively searching for apps like theirs.

  • Primary Channels: Apple App Store (iOS)
  • Target Audience: iPhone and iPad users, app shoppers, mobile gamers, and digital consumers.
  • Pricing Overview: Cost-per-tap (CPT) model, where advertisers set a maximum bid for each tap on their ad.
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About Apple Search Ads

Apple Search Ads allows advertisers to place their apps in front of high-intent users who are actively searching in the App Store. With two campaign options—Basic (automated) and Advanced (manual targeting and bidding)—brands can tailor their advertising strategy to meet their goals.


App Store Ad Formats Offered

  1. Search Tab Ads: Ads appearing before users even enter a search query.
  2. Search Results Ads: Promoted app listings appearing at the top of search results.
  3. Today Tab Ads: Featured placements on the App Store homepage.
  4. Product Page Ads: Ads displayed while users browse similar apps.

App Store Reach and Analytics

  • Monthly Active Users: Over 1 billion iOS devices globally & 40-45 million iOS devices in the UK.
  • User Demographics:
    • Engaged mobile app users across various categories (gaming, finance, lifestyle, etc.).
    • High-value users likely to convert due to active app searches.
  • Performance Metrics: Insights on impressions, taps, conversions, and cost per acquisition (CPA).

App Store Case Studies and Success Stories

  1. Headspace: Increased app installs with keyword targeting and custom audiences.
  2. Duolingo: Improved app visibility and downloads using Apple Search Ads Advanced.
  3. Nike Run Club: Used audience segmentation to drive higher user engagement.

App Store Reviews and Testimonials

“Apple Search Ads helped us reach users actively looking for apps like ours, boosting installs significantly.” – Mobile Growth Manager, Finance App

“With Apple’s high-intent audience, we achieved a lower cost per acquisition compared to other ad platforms.” – Performance Marketing Lead, E-commerce Brand


How to Advertise on Apple Search Ads

  1. Sign Up for Apple Search Ads: Choose between Basic or Advanced campaigns.
  2. Select Target Keywords: Use Apple’s suggested keywords or manually select relevant search terms.
  3. Set Budget & Bidding Strategy: Choose cost-per-tap bidding and daily/monthly budgets.
  4. Launch & Optimise: Monitor performance and refine targeting for better results.

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