Advertising and media

Right impression. Real value.

the Ads helps publishers make better use of their advertising inventory and connects brands and agencies with relevant audiences. We bring publisher monetization and programmatic campaign management together through quality demand sources, data-led optimization and expert support. Ad revenue, campaign performance and user experience are considered together in every plan.

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Working across the advertising ecosystem

Revenue optimization
Publishers
Programmatic campaigns
Brands
Ad operations support
Agencies

the Ads is an advertising and media company that combines programmatic technology with expert operational support for publishers, brands and agencies.

Who we work with

Two sides, one marketplace

Publisher inventory and brand demand meet in the same plan, with the relationship shaped around what each side needs.

Publishers

Smarter demand. Stronger revenue.

Your website’s ad revenue depends on how traffic quality, placements, demand sources and user experience work together.

  • A revenue plan built around your inventory
  • Quality demand from diverse sources
  • Ad placements that consider user experience
  • Technical support and ongoing performance reviews
Brands and agencies

Right media. Measurable impact.

Successful programmatic advertising depends on reaching relevant audiences in suitable publisher environments and interpreting campaign data effectively.

  • Media planning around your audience
  • Quality publisher environments and brand safety
  • Data-led campaign optimization
  • Clear reporting and agency collaboration
For publishers

Smarter demand. Stronger revenue.

Your website’s ad revenue depends on how traffic quality, placements, demand sources and user experience work together.

  • A revenue plan built around your inventory

    We review traffic sources, device distribution and ad inventory to assess where revenue is generated. Metrics such as eCPM, fill rate and viewability help us identify areas for improvement. Your monetization plan is shaped around your content, existing infrastructure and publishing goals.

  • Quality demand from diverse sources

    We aim to connect publisher inventory with suitable local and global demand. We assess demand diversity and each source’s revenue contribution to identify opportunities to develop the value of your ad space. Data helps us prioritize the sources and placements within your plan.

  • Ad placements that consider user experience

    We consider revenue goals alongside page experience and content consumption. We review how placements fit the content flow, their mobile presentation, loading behavior and the layout shifts they cause. Our aim is to develop an ad layout that suits your website while considering the reader’s relationship with your content.

  • Technical support and ongoing performance reviews

    Our team supports technical setup, ad placement management and performance reviews. We interpret revenue, impression and placement data together to clarify the next steps. Operational needs are assessed within the same plan as your publishing goals.

For brands and agencies

Right media. Measurable impact.

Successful programmatic advertising depends on reaching relevant audiences in suitable publisher environments and interpreting campaign data effectively.

  • Media planning around your audience

    We assess your communication goals, intended audience and campaign budget together. Publisher selection and targeting are planned around those needs. Whether your objective is awareness, traffic or conversions, we agree from the outset on the data that will be used to evaluate the campaign.

  • Quality publisher environments and brand safety

    The content environment in which your ads appear is a central part of campaign planning. We assess publisher content categories, audience profiles and their fit with your brand. Brand safety, media suitability and placements are planned around the relationship you want to build with your audience.

  • Data-led campaign optimization

    We compare results across targeting choices, publishers, devices and ad placements throughout the campaign. Data relevant to your goals helps us identify opportunities to improve budget use. Optimization steps and performance developments are reflected in our reporting, providing a useful basis for subsequent media decisions.

  • Clear reporting and agency collaboration

    We share campaign results, budget use and areas for improvement through clear reports. The operational support needed by your brand or agency is included in the working plan. You can work directly with our team across the campaign, from media planning to performance review.

Our process

How we work

A short, structured path from the first inventory review to ongoing optimization, agreed with your team at every step.

1

Inventory review

We review your website, traffic and current ad setup to identify your needs and areas for improvement.

2

Setup and planning

We plan suitable placements and demand sources, then agree on the technical setup steps with you.

3

Monitoring and optimization

We review performance data and develop the plan around revenue and user experience goals.

Campaigns

The campaign process

Four stages take a campaign from the first goal-setting conversation through planning, live optimization and a results review.

  1. Kick-off
    1

    Define the goals

    We agree on your communication goals, audience, budget and campaign period.

  2. Planning
    2

    Plan and prepare

    We select suitable publisher environments and a targeting approach, then complete campaign preparations.

  3. Live
    3

    Launch and optimize

    We monitor campaign data and assess the improvements needed during delivery.

  4. Review
    4

    Review the results

    We compare outcomes with your goals and identify opportunities for your next media investment.

Review criteria

What we measure

The criteria we review together, and the loop that turns them into the next set of decisions.

  • eCPM reviewed by placement and device
  • Fill rate tracked across demand sources
  • Viewability measured against agreed thresholds
  • Brand safety controls applied before bidding
Capabilities

Where revenue and performance meet

The same technology and team support publisher monetization and programmatic campaigns, with the detail each side needs to act on.

  • Revenue planningTraffic, placements and demand sources are reviewed together to develop the revenue potential of your inventory.
  • Diverse quality demandLocal and global demand sources are assessed for diversity and their contribution to the value of your ad space.
  • User-friendly ad layoutsPlacements are reviewed for content flow, mobile presentation, loading behavior and the layout shifts they cause.
  • Audience-led media planningPublisher selection and targeting are planned around your goals, audience and campaign budget from the outset.
  • Brand-safe environmentsPublisher content categories and audience profiles are assessed for their fit with your brand and placements.
  • Data-led optimizationResults across targeting, publishers, devices and placements guide where budget use can be improved.
How delivery works

From placement to measurement

A placement becomes available, eligible demand is evaluated, the selected ad is displayed, and delivery is reviewed. The same loop runs behind every impression, on both sides of the plan.

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Integrations across the advertising stack

The platform works alongside the ad server, demand and measurement systems that are already part of your setup.

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Our team

The people behind the plans

A small team of ad operations and media specialists working directly with publishers, brands and agencies.

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    Marta Keller

    Managing Director

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    Daniel Okafor

    Head of Publisher Monetization

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    Sofia Lindqvist

    Head of Campaign Management

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    Emre Demir

    Ad Operations Lead

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Recognition

Industry commendations

  • Ad technology innovation shortlist

    Noted for placement-level reporting and a review process built around publisher data.

    2025
  • Publisher choice commendation

    Cited by publishing teams for responsive support and clear revenue reporting.

    2025
  • Ad operations team commendation

    Recognized for campaign support and day-to-day collaboration with agency teams.

    2024
  • Privacy and compliance commendation

    Recognized for consent-aware planning and careful handling of partner data.

    2024

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What partners say

Perspectives from publishing and buying teams

About the Ads

Smart technology. Direct support.

the Ads is an advertising and media company that combines programmatic technology with expert operational support for publishers, brands and agencies.

  • Connecting publisher and advertiser goals

    We believe publisher revenue goals and brand communication goals should support one another within the advertising ecosystem. We aim to develop that relationship by connecting quality inventory with suitable demand sources and campaign plans. User experience is also considered throughout the planning process.

  • Turning data into practical decisions

    Regular analysis of revenue and campaign performance helps us identify areas for improvement. We combine technology-supported processes with our team’s ad operations experience. For each partnership, we assess how the available data can inform setup, media planning and optimization decisions.

  • Direct communication and transparent working practices

    We take time to understand our partners’ goals and explain the steps in our working plan. Needs are reviewed together from setup to performance evaluation, and results are reported clearly. Direct communication with publishers, brands and agencies keeps operations aligned with the agreed plan.

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Pricing

Two ways to work with us

Indicative commercial models; the final scope depends on inventory, campaign goals and the support you need.

  • Publisher plan

    Publishers and media groups

    From €1,200per month

    For publishers that want a managed revenue plan, ongoing optimization and support for day-to-day ad operations.


    What's included

    • Inventory and placement review
    • Demand source assessment
    • Ongoing performance monitoring
    • Ad operations support
    • Regular revenue reporting
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Common questions

Frequently asked questions

The questions publishers, brands and agencies ask most often before we start working together.

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Do I need to replace my entire ad setup?

We start by reviewing your existing setup. Required integrations and changes are identified according to your website’s needs and discussed with you.

Which data is reviewed for ad revenue optimization?

We assess revenue, impressions, eCPM, fill rate and viewability alongside traffic, ad placements and user experience.

How do I apply as a publisher?

Share your website and information about your current ad setup through the contact form. Our team will contact you to discuss a suitable plan.

Does the Ads work with agencies?

Yes. We support brands and agencies with access to publisher inventory, programmatic campaign management and ad operations.

Which metrics are used to evaluate performance?

Impressions, viewability, clicks, conversions and costs are assessed alongside budget use, according to the campaign goals and measurement setup.

What information should I share to plan a campaign?

Details about your brand, communication goals, audience, planned budget and campaign period help us prepare a suitable media plan.

Contact

Let’s grow together.

Contact us if you want to improve publisher ad revenue, plan a programmatic campaign for your brand or arrange operational support for your agency. Share your website, current advertising setup or campaign goals. Our team will assess your needs and work with you to define a suitable plan.

Whether you want to improve publisher ad revenue or plan a programmatic campaign for your brand, share your goals with the Ads team.