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Applovin MAX

Applovin MAX

In-App MediationProduct· part of AppLovinapplovin.com

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

Founded
2018
HQ
Palo Alto, California, United States
Parent
Connections
34

AI-drafted from public sources14 sources cited

At a glance

Employees
1001-5000
Revenue
Part of AppLovin (~$3B+ annual revenue)
Stock
APP
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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.

Key features

Unified in-app bidding auction across 30+ ad networksSupport for interstitial, rewarded video, banner, native, and app open ad formatsSingle SDK integration for iOS and AndroidReal-time analytics and revenue reportingA/B testing for ad unit configurationsAd quality and brand safety controlsMediated network waterfall fallback supportGDPR and CCPA compliant consent managementCross-promotion tools for app developers

Use cases

Mobile game monetization via rewarded video and interstitial adsUtility app monetization with banner and interstitial formatsMaximizing eCPM through competitive real-time biddingReplacing manual waterfall management with automated unified auctionsCross-promoting apps within a developer's own portfolioA/B testing ad placements to optimize user experience and revenue

Customer segments

Mobile game developersUtility and productivity app publishersLarge-scale mobile app studiosIndependent mobile developersHyper-casual game publishers

Tech & specs

Technology stack

Native iOS SDK (Swift/Objective-C)Native Android SDK (Java/Kotlin)Unity PluginReact Native PluginFlutter PluginReal-time bidding (RTB) infrastructureAI/ML-based yield optimization (AXON)

Security & compliance

GDPRCCPACOPPAApp-ads.txt supportIAB TCF 2.0

Deployment

Cloud

API

Yes

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