TikTok Ads News & Updates for April 2025

TikTok Expands Safety Suite with New Brand Suitability Controls and Playbook

1 days ago

TikTok has introduced two new brand suitability controls: the TikTok Video Exclusion List and the TikTok Profile Feed Exclusion List, enhancing ad placement flexibility for advertisers. These tools allow brands to exclude specific video IDs and profile pages from their ads, ensuring alignment with their values. The TikTok Brand Safety & Suitability Playbook provides a comprehensive guide to these solutions, helping advertisers navigate their options effectively.

TikTok enhances product discovery with Smart+ Catalog Ads and AI tools for brands

21 days ago

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TikTok has reshaped product discovery and sales, with users following links to discover products, leading to notable online and offline conversions. New features include Smart+ Catalog Ads for automated campaigns, GMV Max for TikTok Shop advertising, and improved search functions. TikTok also offers AI tools for content creation. Brands can use these solutions to boost sales both online and in physical stores.

TikTok Enhances Media Mix Modeling with New API and Earned Data Features

23 days ago

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TikTok is enhancing its media mix modeling (MMM) capabilities to provide better insights for campaigns. MMM measures marketing impact and optimizes budgets as the industry shifts to privacy-first solutions. Key updates include an open beta API for automated data access and earned data integration. This method helps understand TikTok's role in customer journeys, revealing its ROI is often underestimated. Brands are encouraged to adopt MMM for better ad performance insights.

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TikTok Launches Automotive Ads

1 months ago

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TikTok launched Automotive Ads to enhance vehicle marketing and drive sales through catalog-based advertising. The two main formats are Video + Product Card, which combines video with shoppable recommendations, and Multi-link Carousel Card, linking catalog images to unique URLs. Inventory Ads for dealerships provide automated creative and lower acquisition costs, while Model Ads for manufacturers simplify catalog setup.

TikTok Ads Now Allows Direct Traffic to WhatsApp, Messenger and Other Messaging Apps

2 months ago

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TikTok has launched a beta feature that allows traffic campaigns to direct users to external messaging platforms like WhatsApp and Facebook Messenger. This update follows the earlier rollout of direct messaging campaigns. Advertisers can now link to WhatsApp, Facebook Messenger, and other messaging apps. The feature is in beta testing with limited availability and will gradually expand to more advertising accounts.

TikTok launches 2025 marketing calendar to boost seasonal marketing strategies

2 months ago

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TikTok has launched its 2025 marketing calendar to help marketing teams maximize seasonal opportunities. It features key cultural moments from Valentine's Day to Black Friday, offering a planner for brands to align with important dates. The calendar includes tools and advice for prioritizing marketing strategies, with tailored versions for North America, Europe, and the Middle East. Users can download their specific calendar by filling out a registration form.

TikTok Shop UK launches GMV Max to automate advertising campaigns for sellers

2 months ago

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TikTok Shop UK has launched GMV Max, an AI-powered tool to automate advertising campaigns for brands and small businesses, cutting setup time in half. GMV Max automates campaign creation, including audience targeting and bidding, optimizing performance by identifying high-performing assets. It simplifies ad management, allowing sellers to focus on profitability.

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TikTok Ban Becomes Reality as App Shuts Down in US

2 months ago

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TikTok has been banned in the U.S. due to a federal law, with users receiving notifications and the app no longer available in app stores. TikTok suggests this may be temporary, as President-elect Trump indicated he would work on a solution. The law requires TikTok's owner, ByteDance, to sell the app or face a ban over surveillance concerns. Trump may grant a 90-day reprieve, while alternative apps are gaining users.

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TikTok Launches AI-Powered Video Editor with Enhanced Features

3 months ago

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The revamped Video Editor in TikTok Ads Manager uses generative AI to simplify video editing for campaign managers. It includes features like digital avatars, auto-captions, and AI-generated soundtracks for quick adjustments. The tool facilitates localization with translations and voiceovers, combats creative fatigue by refreshing ads, and adds personalization with diverse avatars. Users can access it through the 'Tools' tab in TikTok Ads Manager.

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