Instagram Ads Shift to Reels in 2025, Data Shows

Tuesday, Jan 20, 2026 7:04 am ET1min read
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In 2025, over half of Instagram's ads ran on Reels, up from 35% in 2024. Reels accounted for 46% of time spent on the app in the US, while Facebook's figure reached 29%. This highlights the growing role of Reels in driving engagement and advertising revenue for Meta. Advertisers have shifted towards short-form video to reach more consumers, but the rise of Reels presents monetization challenges, with lower revenue per video compared to the main feed.

Instagram Ads Shift to Reels in 2025, Data Shows

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