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Smartclip

Smartclip

Smartclip delivers premium video advertising solutions across all screens with advanced programmatic capabilities, data-driven targeting, and deep integration with Europe's leading broadcasters and publishers.

smartclip.tvHamburg, GermanyFounded 2008Parent: RTL Group

Last updated May 11, 2026 by the ATDb Editorial Team

Industry
Video Advertising Technology
Business Model
SaaS
Target Market
Enterprise
Employee Count
201-500
Parent Company
RTL Group
API Available
Yes
Market Position

Leading European video advertising platform with strong presence in CTV/OTT advertising

Overview

Smartclip is a prominent video advertising technology company that operates as a subsidiary of RTL Group, one of Europe's largest media companies. The platform specializes in programmatic video advertising, connected TV (CTV), and over-the-top (OTT) advertising solutions across European markets. Smartclip provides advertisers and publishers with advanced video ad serving, programmatic capabilities, and data-driven targeting solutions, positioning itself as a key player in the European video advertising ecosystem. The company operates a comprehensive video advertising platform that connects premium publishers with advertisers through both direct and programmatic channels. Smartclip's technology enables advertisers to reach audiences across multiple screens including desktop, mobile, tablet, and connected TV devices. As part of RTL Group's AdAlliance, Smartclip benefits from access to premium inventory from major European broadcasters and publishers while maintaining its distinct technology platform and brand. Smartclip serves as a critical component of RTL Group's digital advertising strategy, providing the technological infrastructure for video monetization across the group's extensive media properties and external publisher partners. The platform focuses heavily on the European market, offering localized solutions and compliance with regional privacy regulations while delivering advanced programmatic capabilities and data-driven advertising solutions.

Products & Features

Smartclip Video SSP

Supply-side platform for publishers to monetize video inventory across all devices and formats

Smartclip DSP

Demand-side platform enabling programmatic buying of premium video inventory

CTV/OTT Solutions

Specialized advertising technology for connected TV and over-the-top streaming platforms

Video Ad Server

Comprehensive ad serving technology for managing and delivering video advertising campaigns

Key Features
Programmatic video advertisingConnected TV and OTT advertisingCross-screen video deliveryReal-time bidding capabilitiesAdvanced audience targetingPremium publisher inventory accessGDPR-compliant data solutionsDynamic ad insertionComprehensive reporting and analyticsHeader bidding integration
Use Cases
Premium video inventory monetization for publishersProgrammatic video campaign execution for advertisersConnected TV advertising campaignsCross-screen video advertising strategiesBroadcaster digital video monetizationOTT platform advertising integrationBrand awareness video campaignsPerformance-driven video advertising
Customer Segments
Premium video publishersBroadcastersOTT/CTV platformsMedia agenciesBrand advertisersStreaming servicesDigital media companies

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