IAB Standards Wide Skyscraper ad specs

IAB Standards Wide Skyscraper ads are vertical 4:15 still images, measured at 160×600 px, up to 0.2 MB per file, delivered as JPG, PNG, GIF, or HTML. They run in the Sidebar placement on IAB Standards. Use these requirements to brief designers, validate uploads, and avoid creative rejections in IAB Standards's ad manager.

Visual specifications

Dimensions160 × 600 px
Aspect ratios4:15
Orientationportrait
Max file size0.2 MB
File typesJPG, PNG, GIF, HTML

Notes & source

Tall sidebar unit providing high visibility. Max initial load 200 KB. Often placed alongside main content columns.

Official source: https://iabtechlab.com/standards/ad-portfolio/

Frequently asked questions

What size are IAB Standards Wide Skyscraper ads?
IAB Standards Wide Skyscraper ads are 160×600 pixels with an aspect ratio of 4:15.
What aspect ratio does IAB Standards Wide Skyscraper use?
IAB Standards Wide Skyscraper supports 4:15 aspect ratio.
What is the maximum file size for IAB Standards Wide Skyscraper?
Files for IAB Standards Wide Skyscraper can be up to 0.2 MB.
Which file formats does IAB Standards Wide Skyscraper accept?
IAB Standards Wide Skyscraper accepts JPG, PNG, GIF, and HTML files.
Where does IAB Standards Wide Skyscraper appear on IAB Standards?
IAB Standards Wide Skyscraper ads appear in the Sidebar placement on IAB Standards.
Where can I find the official IAB Standards Wide Skyscraper documentation?
The official source for IAB Standards Wide Skyscraper requirements is https://iabtechlab.com/standards/ad-portfolio/, linked from this page.
Are these IAB Standards Wide Skyscraper specs kept up to date?
Yes — every spec entry references IAB Standards's official documentation source so dimensions, file size limits, and codec requirements stay in sync as the platform changes.
Can I reuse the same creative for other IAB Standards placements?
Often partially — many IAB Standards placements share aspect ratios but differ in safe zones, duration, or file size. Always cross-check the target placement's spec page before reusing creative.