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Sponsored Brands

Last updated: January 12, 2025

What are Sponsored Brands?

Amazon Sponsored Brands (formerly “Headline Search Ads”) are prominent banner ads that appear above the Amazon search results. They feature a brand logo, a custom headline, and up to three products.

This format is ideal for building brand awareness and showcasing a product portfolio. A click on a Sponsored Brands ad can lead to the brand's Amazon Store or to a custom selection of products.

Sponsored Brands ad formats

Product Collection

Displays your brand logo, a headline, and up to three products. Ideal for promoting several products at once.

Store Spotlight

Directs customers to different pages of your Amazon Store. Perfect for showcasing several product categories.

Video

Autoplaying videos that promote a single product. Highly effective for grabbing attention and showing products in action. Amazon Sponsored Brands video is one of the most engaging ad formats on the marketplace.

Requirements for Sponsored Brands

Sponsored Brands ads are available only to brand owners who have registered their brand with the Amazon Brand Registry.

Store Spotlight ads additionally require an Amazon Store with at least three subpages. The advertised products must be able to win the Buy Box.

Benefits of Sponsored Brands

  • Premium placement: Appear right at the top of the search results.
  • Brand building: Your logo and custom message strengthen brand perception.
  • Multiple products: Show up to three products in a single ad.
  • Store traffic: Drive customers to your Amazon Store.
  • Video option: Capture attention with moving images.

Best practices for Sponsored Brands

Use compelling, brand-specific headlines that emphasize the customer benefit. Pick your bestsellers or new releases for the product selection in your Sponsored Brands ads.

Test different ad formats and creative variations. Link to a well-structured Amazon Store to maximize your conversion rate.

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

What is the difference between Sponsored Products and Sponsored Brands?

Sponsored Products promote individual products and look like regular search results. Sponsored Brands are banner ads with a logo and headline that present the brand as a whole.

Do I need the Brand Registry for Sponsored Brands?

Yes, Sponsored Brands are available only to brand owners who have registered their brand with the Amazon Brand Registry.

How do I create a Sponsored Brands video?

Videos should be 6–45 seconds long, show the product in action, and be understandable even without sound. Amazon has specific guidelines for video ads.

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