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The Washington Post Pre-roll (site served) ad specs

The Washington Post Pre-roll (site served) ads are 4:3 or 16:9 video clips, up to 3 MB per file, up to 30 seconds long, delivered as MOV or MP4. They run in the washingtonpost.com and Washington Post apps · On-site video placement on The Washington Post.

  • 4:3
  • 16:9
  • 3 MB
  • 30 s
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Aspect ratios
4:3, 16:9
Max file size
3 MB
File types
MOV, MP4

Video & audio

Max duration
30 s

Notes & source

  • 640x480 (4:3) or 640x360 (16:9), MOV or MP4, up to 3 MB and 30 seconds, no looping
  • Third-party tracking by 1x1 pixel only, no JavaScript

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Frequently asked questions

What sizes does The Washington Post Pre-roll (site served) use?

The Washington Post Pre-roll (site served) uses 640×480 and 640×360 pixels.

What is the maximum file size for The Washington Post Pre-roll (site served)?

Files for The Washington Post Pre-roll (site served) can be up to 3 MB.

Which file formats does The Washington Post Pre-roll (site served) accept?

The Washington Post Pre-roll (site served) accepts MOV and MP4 files.

How long can The Washington Post Pre-roll (site served) ads be?

The Washington Post Pre-roll (site served) ads can be up to 30 seconds long.

Where can I find the official The Washington Post Pre-roll (site served) documentation?

The official source for The Washington Post Pre-roll (site served) requirements is https://www.washingtonpost.com/creativegroup/uploads/2025/09/56834360/WP_Digital-Ad-Specs.pdf, linked from this page.

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