Header Bidding
Header Bidding is an advanced programmatic technique that allows publishers to offer their ad inventory to multiple demand sources simultaneously before calling their ad server. Instead of relying on a traditional waterfall structure—where one network gets priority over others—header bidding runs a parallel auction among all connected bidders.
This open competition results in higher CPMs and improved transparency. For example, if one demand partner bids €1.80 and another offers €2.10, the publisher automatically selects the higher-paying bid, maximizing yield for each impression.
Header bidding is implemented via JavaScript code placed in the website’s header. It supports display, video, and native formats, and it has become an industry standard for publishers seeking greater control over pricing, demand diversity, and data transparency.
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