AI YouTube Ads for Local Businesses

YouTube in-stream ads (15-30 seconds) targeting your zip code are the most effective for driving local awareness. For businesses with compelling visual products (restaurants, salons), YouTube Shorts ads provide lower CPMs and reach a mobile-first local audience. Pair both formats for full-funnel local coverage.

Yes. YouTube ads run on a CPV (cost-per-view) model where you only pay when someone watches your ad for 30 seconds or clicks. You can start with $10-20/day and target your specific city or zip code. With AdCreate producing the video creative, total investment in content + media can start under $500/month.

Virtual tour ads reduce the uncertainty that prevents first-time visits. When someone sees what your restaurant, gym, or salon looks and feels like before arriving, they are much more likely to visit. Create a 30-60 second walkthrough with AdCreate and run it as a YouTube ad targeting people in your area searching for related services.

Absolutely. Shorts are free to post organically and reach local audiences through YouTube's recommendation algorithm. Create quick tips (cooking hacks for restaurants, workout guides for gyms, styling tips for salons) and post 2-3 Shorts per week. Then boost your top performers as Shorts ads targeting your service area for maximum local visibility.