{"id":34268,"date":"2022-07-24T08:55:40","date_gmt":"2022-07-24T08:55:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeru.com\/blog\/?p=34268"},"modified":"2022-07-24T08:55:40","modified_gmt":"2022-07-24T08:55:40","slug":"are-instagram-story-ads-worth-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeru.com\/blog\/are-instagram-story-ads-worth-it","title":{"rendered":"Are Instagram Story Ads Worth It?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_43 counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a03e97e5ddcc\" class=\"cssicon\"><span style=\"display: flex;align-items: center;width: 35px;height: 30px;justify-content: center;direction:ltr;\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/label><label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a03e97e5ddcc\"  class=\"cssiconcheckbox\">1<\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a03e97e5ddcc\" ><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/zeru.com\/blog\/are-instagram-story-ads-worth-it\/#Are_Instagram_Story_Ads_Worth_It\" title=\"Are Instagram Story Ads Worth It?\">Are Instagram Story Ads Worth It?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/zeru.com\/blog\/are-instagram-story-ads-worth-it\/#Video_is_more_effective_than_a_slick-produced_video\" title=\"Video is more effective than a slick-produced video\">Video is more effective than a slick-produced video<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/zeru.com\/blog\/are-instagram-story-ads-worth-it\/#High-quality_images\" title=\"High-quality images\">High-quality images<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/zeru.com\/blog\/are-instagram-story-ads-worth-it\/#Full-screen_vertical_format\" title=\"Full-screen vertical format\">Full-screen vertical format<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/zeru.com\/blog\/are-instagram-story-ads-worth-it\/#Low_cost\" title=\"Low cost\">Low cost<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/zeru.com\/blog\/are-instagram-story-ads-worth-it\/#Powerful_marketing_tool\" title=\"Powerful marketing tool\">Powerful marketing tool<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Instagram_Story_Ads_Worth_It\"><\/span>Are Instagram Story Ads Worth It?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p> <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i.imgur.com\/k0GwbVP.jpg\" align=\"right\" style=\"width:auto; height:auto; max-height:271px; margin:0px 10px; max-width:39%\" alt=\"Are Instagram story ads worth it\"> <\/p>\n<p>When creating a story ad, you&#8217;ll want to think about a few key factors. It&#8217;s better to create a video than a low-quality image, and a full-screen vertical format will ensure your post is more visually appealing. You&#8217;ll also want to consider the cost. Story ads cost money per thousand impressions, and you&#8217;ll only be charged if your post is seen by a person or clicks on the link in your ad.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Video_is_more_effective_than_a_slick-produced_video\"><\/span>Video is more effective than a slick-produced video<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Instagram story ads can be an excellent way to promote new products or services. You can showcase them by using an attractive video. Try using a fun bubble graphic to showcase the product. Also, include a code for 20% off in the description. Make sure the video is fun and shows that the product will make people happy. That way, you&#8217;ll boost brand value and maximize conversions.<\/p>\n<p>Unlike traditional media, a video can be interactive, with stickers, effects, and See More links. In addition to video, Instagram also allows you to upload images, which make it easier to create a visually compelling ad. Moreover, it can be more informative than a plain-text ad. Ultimately, your videos should be self-explanatory, not aimed at a specific demographic.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"High-quality_images\"><\/span>High-quality images<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>One of the biggest challenges for marketers when it comes to Instagram story ads is ensuring that the images they upload have high quality. Since Instagram is a visual platform, high-resolution images are crucial to making your story stand out and generate sales. Your photos or videos should be at least 600 x 315 pixels, and they should be taken during the golden hour or indirect daylight. You can also use an image-editing app to enhance your images so that they look professional.<\/p>\n<p>Another challenge is creating the ad. You must keep in mind that Instagram Story ads can be intrusive or non-intrusive. Your ads must stand out among organic content and not distract the user&#8217;s experience. Make sure your ad is relevant to your users and that it reflects your brand&#8217;s vision and values. High-quality images make Instagram story ads worth the price. You can create your ad using Adobe After Effects or stock footage.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Full-screen_vertical_format\"><\/span>Full-screen vertical format<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Previously, Instagram didn&#8217;t allow ad content to exceed square dimensions. This change now allows for a full-screen vertical format for story ads. This format will enable advertisers to create full-screen ads with a wide variety of creative options, including text, graphics, and images. For example, a business could use a photo in a square format but change it to a landscape format if that would be more effective. The new feature also includes a destination link, which would not be visible on the square version.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to this change, Instagram is also introducing IGTV, a new video platform that enables any user to create full-screen stories. This new format makes it easier for businesses to reach people across their Instagram and Facebook accounts. However, Instagram still encourages businesses to keep their Story videos short, as they will be automatically converted into a full-screen format. For longer videos, advertisers can also use Instagram TV, which is similar to YouTube, but allows longer video content.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Low_cost\"><\/span>Low cost<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The first benefit of Low Cost Instagram Story Ads is their relatively low cost. They can cost as low as $0.70 to $1 per click. Because of this low cost, Story ads are among the least expensive social ad formats. In fact, some of the most popular brands are already utilizing this marketing method. Here are a few reasons why you should take advantage of this marketing tool. Listed below are some tips to get started:<\/p>\n<p>First, use automatic bidding. Manual bidding may lead to overbidding, especially if you do not have any prior data. Automated bidding helps you set the bid amount automatically. This feature is especially useful for new businesses as it helps you set the right amount of bid for your campaign. Second, do not spend more than you can afford. Remember that Instagram ads should reach those people who are most likely to buy from you.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Powerful_marketing_tool\"><\/span>Powerful marketing tool<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Instagram story ads are a great way to drive traffic and sales. Created through the Ads Manager, these ads have a unique set of creative parameters that allow marketers to create compelling content that relates to a brand&#8217;s image and mission. You can also link to different landing pages using the StoryCarousel feature. Once you&#8217;ve created your campaign, check out the following tips to get the most from your ad:<\/p>\n<p>Carousel ads: These ads can be set to show up to three different stories, each containing a unique image or video. Carousels work well for showing a wide variety of products or a sequenced narrative. 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