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Last updated: May 2026

What is DSP (Demand-Side Platform)?

Software used by advertisers to automate the purchase of digital ad inventory across multiple exchanges.

What is a DSP?

A Demand-Side Platform (DSP) is software that lets advertisers automatically purchase digital ad inventory across multiple ad exchanges and networks through a single interface. It uses data and algorithms to buy the right impressions at the right price.

Major DSPs

  • Google DV360: Google's programmatic buying platform
  • The Trade Desk: Independent, popular with agencies
  • Amazon DSP: Access to Amazon's audience data
  • MediaMath: Enterprise-focused programmatic

Why DSPs Matter

DSPs enable massive scale and efficiency in digital advertising. They can evaluate billions of ad impressions per second and buy only those matching your targeting criteria, at optimal prices.

How FlowStrata Differs From DSP Advertising

While DSPs buy attention at scale through ads, FlowStrata creates direct 1:1 connections with decision-makers. Our outbound approach delivers higher-quality interactions than programmatic ads at a fraction of the cost per qualified conversation.

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