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Stand Out Across Local Search and Content
Run high-impact banner placements across Local IOM's most visited pages.
Display Advertising Captures Attention at the Point of Decision
When people are actively searching for businesses, comparing options, reading local content, or browsing listings, they are already in decision-making mode. Display advertising on Local IOM positions your brand within the local discovery experience.
Local IOM display advertising places your message in high-visibility positions across:
Search Page Advertising
Contextual and keyword-based placements targeting users actively searching within your industry.
Content & Section Advertising
Run-of-site or contextual placements across articles, sections, events and more.
Built for High-Intent Visibility
Advertising on Local IOM is structured around intent, context and measurable visibility — not passive impressions.
Contextual Targeting
Ads can be placed based on search terms or relevant content categories, allowing your message to appear when users are actively exploring related services.
Local Audience Reach
Our platform attracts people actively looking for local services, businesses, and things to do — browsing by category, location, and need. This creates a discovery environment focused on intent, not just volume.
Trusted Content Environment
Your advertising appears alongside verified listings, editorial content, events and local guides — reinforcing credibility.
Transparent Reporting
Clear impression tracking and performance reporting to measure visibility and campaign effectiveness.
Multi-Device Coverage
Campaigns can run seamlessly across desktop and mobile, ensuring consistent visibility wherever users browse.
Available Ad Sizes
We support industry-standard and Google top-performing formats including:
Desktop
- 300 x 250 – Medium Rectangle
- 336 x 280 – Large Rectangle
- 728 x 90 – Leaderboard
- 300 x 600 – Half Page
- 160 x 600 – Skyscraper
Mobile
- 320 x 50 – Mobile Leaderboard
- 320 x 100 – Large Mobile Banner
All Creative: Max 150KB, JPEG, GIF or PNG, Animations max 3 loops / 15 seconds
Download the Full Advertising Guide
Explore detailed listing features, ad specifications and advertising options across Local IOM.
Download the Full Advertising Guide
Explore detailed listing features, ad specifications and advertising options across Local IOM.
Frequently asked questions
Is display advertising still effective for local businesses?
Display advertising remains highly effective for local businesses when it appears within high-intent environments. Our display ads are shown during active search and content browsing, placing your brand inside real decision-making moments rather than passive scrolling feeds.
How is this different from Google or social media ads?
Advertising on Local IOM differs from Google or social platforms because it captures local discovery intent within a trusted directory environment. Instead of competing for broad attention, your brand appears alongside verified listings and relevant local content.
Can I target by industry or keyword?
Industry and keyword alignment is possible through contextual placements. Your ads can appear alongside relevant search terms and content categories, ensuring stronger relevance to user intent.
Will display ads generate enquiries?
Display advertising primarily builds visibility and familiarity at the point of comparison. Businesses looking for stronger enquiry generation often combine display with Native placements or Sponsored Content to move customers from awareness to engagement.
How do I know it’s working?
Campaign performance is supported through transparent impression reporting and clear placement visibility. Many advertisers use display as the visibility foundation within a broader local advertising strategy.
Ready to increase brand visibility across Isle of Man?
Whether you’re just exploring your options or thinking about next steps, we’re happy to answer questions and talk through what makes sense for you — with no pressure and no obligation.
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