How to promote an app using Value-based Optimization

Last updated: September 2024

Note: Currently, you can only promote Android apps using VBO.

Promoting an app with Value-based Optimization (VBO) Conversion ads in TikTok Ads Manager helps you find the most relevant audience type that will likely generate a higher return on ad spend (ROAS). Learn about Value-based Optimization for app.

Before you begin

Value-based Optimization (VBO) will only be available when you have generated over 30 purchase conversions events with value over any consecutive 7 days on TikTok, News Feed App Series placements, or Pangle.

Learn about the specifications for Value-based Optimization for app.

How to promote an app using Value-based Optimization

To promote an app using VBO:

  1. Go to TikTok Ads Manager.

  2. Click the Campaign tab.

  3. Click Create to create a new campaign.

  4. Select one of the following supported advertising objectives: App promotion, App Installs, Catalog Sales, Conversions.

  5. Select an Android app.

  6. Choose a Placement either TikTok, News Feed App Series, or Pangle.

  7. Select Value as the Optimization Goal.

  8. Select a Bid Strategy, from either Highest Value or Minimum Return on Ad Spend (ROAS).

    • Highest Value is the default bidding strategy if you don't enter a Minimum Return on Ad Spend bid.

    • If you want to use the Minimum ROAS strategy, enter the Revenue on Ad Spend you want to achieve.

Complete the remaining settings and submit your VBO app campaign.