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How to Target Specific YouTube Channels and Videos in Google Ads

Writer: Sotirios SeridisSotirios Seridis

Ever seen a YouTube Channel or even specific videos that really resonate with your business or your target market? You can actually target your ads towards those! Through Google Ads, you can place your ads precisely where your ideal customers are already engaged - right in the midst of content they love and trust. This quick and easy guide will show you how to target specific YouTube channels and videos in Google Ads!







How to Target Specific YouTube Channels and Videos in Google Ads:


For New Campaigns:

  1. Select your Video campaign

  2. Navigate to the Ad Group

  3. Select Content

  4. Open the Placements drop-down menu

  5. Select YouTube channels or YouTube videos

  6. Paste the YouTube Channel URLs or the YouTube Video URLs and select the relevant channel or video

  7. Click on Enter to insert the URLs in bulk and select the relevant channel or video



For Existing Campaigns:

  1. Select your Video campaign

  2. Navigate to Content, under Audiences, keywords and content

  3. Click on Edit content

  4. Select your Ad Group

  5. Open the Placements drop-down menu

  6. Select YouTube channels or YouTube videos

  7. Paste the YouTube Channel URLs or the YouTube Video URLs and select the relevant channel or video

  8. Click on Enter to insert the URLs in bulk and select the relevant channel or video



📝 Notes:

Click on "Enter" to bulk-insert placements


Important Information:

✅ You can target specific YouTube Channels and Videos only in Video campaigns


❌ You CANNOT target specific YouTube Channels and Videos if you choose the Drive conversions objectives. The best objective would be Video views.



 


Frequently Asked Questions on Targeting Specific YouTube Channels and Videos in Google Ads



How precise is Youtube and video-level targeting in Google Ads?


Video-level targeting allows you to:

  • Select specific Youtube channels and videos

  • Target specific YouTube channels and videos based on their content

  • Reach audiences watching particular YouTube channels and video content

  • Customize ad placement with high precision



Can I target multiple YouTube channels at once?


Yes, you can target multiple YouTube channels at once in Google Ads. To do this, simply go to the placement targeting section and enter multiple channel URLs, which can be added individually or through a bulk upload feature.



What are the limitations of YouTube channel targeting in Google Ads?


Some limitations of YouTube channel targeting include:

  • Not all channels may be available for targeting

  • Channels must have monetization enabled

  • Some channels might have restrictions

  • Targeting is subject to Google’s content policies



What strategies work best for YouTube channel targeting in Google Ads?


We recommend the following:

  • Research channels relevant to your target audience

  • Analyze channel engagement metrics

  • Create multiple ad groups, with every ad groups targeting different types of channels


Can I remove certain YouTube channels or videos after adding them in my Google Ads Campaigns?


Yes, you can navigate following the steps above and deselect the YouTube channels and videos you no longer want to advertise to.


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