Ep 613: Applovin - Is it Worth The Hype? with Jordan West

Ep 613: Applovin - Is it Worth The Hype? with Jordan West

Author: Jordan West January 21, 2025 Duration: 9:36

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AppLovin is redefining ad space with unskippable, sound-on video ads in mobile games. Experience captivating, immersive environments. Currently in the US, it's ideal for high-spending ecom brands ready to elevate their game.


In this episode, Jordan West gets into the evolving landscape of e-commerce advertising, with a focus on the emerging potential of AppLovin as a game-changing platform for brands looking to scale. Drawing from over a decade of experience managing millions in ad spend, Jordan shares insights on how brands are achieving high conversion rates and profitability using AppLovin's unskippable full-screen video ads. These engaging ads are embedded within mobile games, offering a high ROI and unique opportunities for incremental growth. 







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Key takeaways from this episode:

  • AppLovin's Potential: It's becoming a significant tool for scaling e-commerce brands with notable conversion rates and profitability.
  • Profitable Ad Spending: Brands report profitability with daily ad spends between $20,025 - $25,000.
  • Incremental Growth: Brands using AppLovin see real incremental revenue growth, sometimes spending more than on Meta.
  • Ad Format: Features unskippable full-screen video ads in mobile games, initially available only in the US.
  • Requirements for Launch: Suitable for high-spending brands with a need to prepare specific creatives and install a tracking pixel.
  • Scalability for Large Brands: Well-suited for large brands, with future potential for smaller budgets.
  • High Creative Quality: Essential for success; engaging vertical videos required.
  • Single Domain Restriction: Accounts can be linked to only one domain.
  • Opportunity Amidst Meta and TikTok Challenges: Offers a growth avenue as other platforms face challenges.











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If you're trying to figure out how to actually make money on TikTok Shop, you're in the right place. The Unofficial TikTok Shop Podcast with Jordan West cuts through the hype to deliver practical insights from the front lines. As the founder of Social Commerce Club, a leading agency in this space, Jordan West and his team are hands-on with major brands, navigating the platform's rapid changes daily. Each episode translates that direct experience into actionable advice you can use, whether you're launching a product or scaling an existing shop. You'll hear candid breakdowns of effective strategies, from optimizing your affiliate partnerships to harnessing creator-led growth. This isn't about vague theories; it's a focused look at the tactics generating real revenue right now. Tune in for a straightforward, no-fluff conversation that helps marketers and business owners build a smarter, more profitable approach to social commerce.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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