Spotify Audio Ad — :15 ad specs

Spotify Audio Ad — :15 ads are audio files, up to 1 MB per file, up to 15 seconds long, delivered as MP3, WAV, or OGG. They run in the Between Tracks placement on Spotify. Master audio at MP3 / PCM, 128 kbps, and -14 LUFS loudness for consistent loudness.

Visual specifications

Orientationany
Max file size1 MB
File typesMP3, WAV, OGG

Video & audio

Max duration15 sec
Audio codecMP3 / PCM
Audio channelsstereo (2)
Audio bitrate128 kbps
Sample rate44100 Hz
Bit depth16-bit
Loudness-14 LUFS
Peak level-2 dBFS

Companion banner

Dimensions640 × 640 px
File typesJPG, PNG
Max file size0.2 MB

Notes & source

:15-second length. Same delivery spec as the :30 master: MP3/PCM stereo @ 128 kbps / 44.1 kHz, -14 LUFS integrated. Companion 640×640 image required.

Official source: https://ads.spotify.com/en-US/ad-experiences/audio-ads/

Frequently asked questions

What is the maximum file size for Spotify Audio Ad — :15?
Files for Spotify Audio Ad — :15 can be up to 1 MB.
How long can a Spotify Audio Ad — :15 audio file be?
Spotify Audio Ad — :15 audio can run up to 15 seconds.
Which file formats does Spotify Audio Ad — :15 accept?
Spotify Audio Ad — :15 accepts MP3, WAV, and OGG files.
What codec should Spotify Audio Ad — :15 ads use?
Encode Spotify Audio Ad — :15 with MP3 / PCM.
What companion banner is required for Spotify Audio Ad — :15?
Spotify Audio Ad — :15 requires a companion display banner at 640×640 pixels, delivered as JPG or PNG, under 0.2 MB.
What is the Spotify Audio Ad — :15 ad format?
Spotify Audio Ad — :15 is a audio ad format that runs in the Between Tracks placement on Spotify. This page documents its full creative requirements, sourced from Spotify's official ad documentation.
Where does Spotify Audio Ad — :15 appear on Spotify?
Spotify Audio Ad — :15 ads appear in the Between Tracks placement on Spotify.
How does Spotify Audio Ad — :15 compare to other Spotify ad formats?
Spotify Audio Ad — :15 differs from other Spotify placements in its dimensions, its 15-second duration limit, and a 1MB file ceiling. Compare side-by-side from the Spotify publisher page on All Ad Specs.