PaidScope/Placements/Google Ads/Surfaces/YouTube — Non-skippable in-stream

YouTube — Non-skippable in-stream

Up to 15-second video, no skip option. Charged on CPM.

Video, 15s, unskippable·Official source ↗·Last reviewed: 2026-06-11
YouTube · watch page● AD SLOT
YouTubeAD · IN-STREAM (NON-SKIPPABLE, 15s)

Wireframe mockup · not pixel-perfect · platform UI changes frequently

Campaign types that can land here

1 campaign type can serve into this surface.

Campaign

Video (YouTube)

Reach subtype, 15s max.

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