What size are YouTube Non-Skippable In-Stream ads?

YouTube Non-Skippable In-Stream ads are 1920×1080 pixels with an aspect ratio of 16:9.

What aspect ratio does YouTube Non-Skippable In-Stream use?

YouTube Non-Skippable In-Stream supports 16:9 aspect ratio.

How long can a YouTube Non-Skippable In-Stream video be?

YouTube Non-Skippable In-Stream videos can run up to 15 seconds.

Which file formats does YouTube Non-Skippable In-Stream accept?

YouTube Non-Skippable In-Stream accepts MP4 files.

What codec should YouTube Non-Skippable In-Stream ads use?

Encode YouTube Non-Skippable In-Stream with H.264 and AAC at 30 fps.

Where does YouTube Non-Skippable In-Stream appear on YouTube?

YouTube Non-Skippable In-Stream ads appear in the In-Stream placement on YouTube.

Where can I find the official YouTube Non-Skippable In-Stream documentation?

The official source for YouTube Non-Skippable In-Stream requirements is https://support.google.com/google-ads/answer/2375464, linked from this page.

Are these YouTube Non-Skippable In-Stream specs kept up to date?

Yes — every spec entry references YouTube's official documentation source so dimensions, file size limits, and codec requirements stay in sync as the platform changes.

YouTube Non-Skippable In-Stream ad specs

YouTube Non-Skippable In-Stream ads are horizontal 16:9 video clips, measured at 1920×1080 px, up to 15 seconds long, delivered as MP4. They run in the In-Stream placement on YouTube. Encode with H.264 video with AAC audio at 30 fps for clean playback across devices. Use these requirements to brief designers, validate uploads, and avoid creative rejections in YouTube's ad manager.

Dimensions: 1920×1080 px
Aspect ratio: 16:9
Max duration: 15 sec

Visual specifications

Dimensions	1920 × 1080 px
Aspect ratios	16:9
Orientation	landscape
File types	MP4

Video & audio

Max duration	15 sec
Video codec	H.264
Frame rate	30 fps
Audio codec	AAC
Audio channels	stereo (2)
Loudness	-24 LUFS

Notes & source

Official source: https://support.google.com/google-ads/answer/2375464

Frequently asked questions

What size are YouTube Non-Skippable In-Stream ads?: YouTube Non-Skippable In-Stream ads are 1920×1080 pixels with an aspect ratio of 16:9.
What aspect ratio does YouTube Non-Skippable In-Stream use?: YouTube Non-Skippable In-Stream supports 16:9 aspect ratio.
How long can a YouTube Non-Skippable In-Stream video be?: YouTube Non-Skippable In-Stream videos can run up to 15 seconds.
Which file formats does YouTube Non-Skippable In-Stream accept?: YouTube Non-Skippable In-Stream accepts MP4 files.
What codec should YouTube Non-Skippable In-Stream ads use?: Encode YouTube Non-Skippable In-Stream with H.264 and AAC at 30 fps.
Where does YouTube Non-Skippable In-Stream appear on YouTube?: YouTube Non-Skippable In-Stream ads appear in the In-Stream placement on YouTube.
Where can I find the official YouTube Non-Skippable In-Stream documentation?: The official source for YouTube Non-Skippable In-Stream requirements is https://support.google.com/google-ads/answer/2375464, linked from this page.
Are these YouTube Non-Skippable In-Stream specs kept up to date?: Yes — every spec entry references YouTube's official documentation source so dimensions, file size limits, and codec requirements stay in sync as the platform changes.