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Are we witnessing a paradigm shift in the world of social media advertising?Snapchatis arguing that chat windows will become increasingly important screens in the future, and the messaging app has the necessary data to back up that assertion.
In India, Snapchat andKantarteamed up to measure the impact ofSponsored Snaps. That’s the name Snap gives to spots that show in the Chat feed next to Snaps from friends and other acquaintances.
The study found that Sponsored Snaps combined with video delivered a 38-point lift in top-of-mind awareness among Indian Snapchat users. The format wasn’t just beneficial for advertisers — consumers dug it, too.93% of respondentssaid that Sponsored Snaps fit naturally into their habits, while94% claimedthat Sponsored Snaps made it easier to share relevant ads with friends.
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The study results build on previous findings. In April,Snap reportedthat Sponsored Snaps deliver two times more conversions per full-screen ad view compared to other inventory types.
The rise of Sponsored Snaps isn’t just about one particular format. Instead, Snap is forecasting a broader transition, with advertisers moving budgets from feeds to DM windows in search of consumer attention.
“We’re seeing a clear shift across the industry, where the most meaningful interactions are moving away from public feeds into personal conversations,” said Snap Head of India Ad SolutionsYagnesh Raviina statement. “Sponsored Snaps are designed for their environment, enabling brands to create immersive experiences within Chat.”
The shift Ravi speaks of is reverberating across the Big Tech landscape. Meta hassouped up Instagram’s DMsby adding dozens of new features, and Threads recently gainedenhanced chatting capabilitiesas well. YouTube has alsotested direct messagesin response to a “top feature request.”
Snap has a lot to gain from a greater investment in Sponsored Snaps. The app’s Q1 2026 earnings report met analyst expectations, butad tech investments will need to pay offmoving forward, or else Snap’s gains may disappear after 24 hours.
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