Applovin MAX
AppLovin MAX is a mobile app monetization platform that helps developers maximize ad revenue by connecting multiple ad networks within a unified real-time bidding environment, driving competition among demand sources to achieve the highest possible CPMs.
Last updated Oct 5, 2026 by the ATDb Editorial Team
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At a glance
- Employees
- 1001-5000
- Revenue
- Part of AppLovin (~$3B+ annual revenue)
- Stock
- APP
About
Market leader in in-app mediation, widely adopted by top mobile publishers globally
AppLovin MAX is a mobile app monetization platform that helps developers maximize ad revenue by connecting multiple ad networks within a unified real-time bidding environment, driving competition among demand sources to achieve the highest possible CPMs. The platform unifies auctions across more than 25 networks, 20 bidders, and 100 demand-side platforms (DSPs), operating on a real-time bidding principle to deliver higher returns for publishers. Developers gain access to a broad advertising ecosystem that includes networks such as Facebook Audience Network, Google AdMob, Unity Ads, and ironSource. AppLovin MAX offers an SDK that integrates into both iOS and Android apps, with mediation settings and bidding waterfalls managed for optimal performance, while real-time analytics give publishers visibility into ad performance, revenue streams, and user engagement. AppLovin MAX holds approximately 73% market share among top-downloaded gaming apps, underpinning a reach of over one billion daily active users. Source 1: definedchase.com — AppLovin MAX Source 2: teqblaze.com — AdMob vs AppLovin vs ironSource: Which Ad Network Wins? Source 3: substack.com — AppLovin: The Ad-Tech Channel CMOs are Hiding from ...
Business model
Revenue Share / Marketplace
Target market
Mobile App Developers and Publishers
What they offer
MAX Mediation
Unified in-app bidding and mediation platform that runs real-time auctions across multiple ad networks to maximize publisher revenue.
MAX SDK
Single SDK integration for iOS and Android that connects publishers to all mediated ad networks and demand sources simultaneously.
MAX Analytics Dashboard
Real-time reporting and analytics suite providing granular insights into ad revenue, fill rates, eCPMs, and network performance.
A/B Testing
Built-in experimentation tools allowing publishers to test different ad configurations and network setups to optimize yield.
Ad Review
Creative review and brand safety tools that allow publishers to block unwanted ad creatives from appearing in their apps.
Google Bidding Integration
Open beta integration enabling Google demand to participate in MAX's unified auction alongside other networks.
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