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Future-proofing UA in an uncertain social media landscape

By Aimee Kessler-Evans·Feb 18, 2025·5 min read

User acquisition through social media is increasingly challenging due to platform instability, algorithm changes, and rising costs, highlighting the need for channel diversification.
In-app advertising emerges as a reliable alternative with immersive formats like playable ads, reduced competition for attention, and advanced AI-powered targeting.
It complements social media and search marketing by providing predictable costs, high engagement, and scalability across verticals.
A balanced UA strategy should integrate in-app ads with social media for brand awareness, SEM for intent-based targeting, and owned media for retention to mitigate risks and drive sustainable growth.

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