Outbrain (Native) — Pre-Roll Video

Video · Native · Verified 2026-06

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1280×720

shown at 36%

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Size (px)

Ratio16:9

Max weight100 MB

FormatsAVI, MOV, MP4, M4V, MPEG, MPG, WEBM, WMV

Max duration60 seconds

Max video100 MB

Formats · VideoAVI, MOV, MP4, M4V, MPEG, MPG, WEBM, WMV

Pre-roll video placement.

Maximum file size is 100 MB, duration up to 60 seconds, with a 16:9 or 4:3 landscape ratio.

Supports VAST 2.0, 3.0, 4.x, and VPAID 2.0 tags.

What size is the Outbrain (Native) Pre-Roll Video?

The Outbrain (Native) Pre-Roll Video is 1280×720 px, aspect ratio 16:9.

What is the aspect ratio of the Outbrain (Native) Pre-Roll Video?

16:9. At the recommended resolution that is 1280×720 px.

What is the maximum file size for the Outbrain (Native) Pre-Roll Video?

Up to 100 MB, in AVI, MOV, MP4, M4V, MPEG, MPG, WEBM, WMV.

What file formats does Outbrain (Native) accept for the Pre-Roll Video?

AVI, MOV, MP4, M4V, MPEG, MPG, WEBM, WMV.

How long can the Outbrain (Native) Pre-Roll Video be?

60 seconds.

Why does Outbrain (Native) crop my Pre-Roll Video?

Outbrain (Native) shows Pre-Roll Video at 16:9. Upload exactly 1280×720 px and keep key content in the safe area so nothing gets cut off.

Is 1280×720 still correct for the Outbrain (Native) Pre-Roll Video in 2026?

Yes. Last verified 2026-06 against the official Outbrain (Native) documentation.

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