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What Are Dynamic Product Ads? | 2025 Guide for Marketers

Learn how Dynamic Product Ads (DPAs) personalize ecommerce marketing, automate ad creation, and boost conversions across platforms like Meta, Google, and TikTok.
Dan Pantelo

Digital advertising has evolved, and Dynamic Product Ads (DPAs) are at the forefront of that transformation. These ads automatically generate personalized product recommendations for shoppers based on their browsing history and interactions. For ecommerce brands, DPAs offer an efficient way to increase conversions and optimize marketing strategies without the need for constant manual updates.

Static ads with one-size-fits-all messaging no longer perform as well as they used to. Today, brands need to meet shoppers where they are—with content that speaks directly to their interests. DPAs allow advertisers to deliver hyper-relevant product ads at the right moment, whether to bring back previous visitors or attract new potential buyers. 

An example of static Dynamic Product Ads (DPAs) on Meta, created by Twillory.
An example of static Dynamic Product Ads (DPAs) on Meta, created by Twillory.

Understanding Dynamic Product Ads

Dynamic Product Ads are a type of digital ad that automatically displays products from your catalog to potential customers across different platforms like Meta (Facebook & Instagram), Google, TikTok, Pinterest, Snapchat, and more. Unlike traditional ads, DPAs don’t require you to manually upload creative assets for each product. Instead, they pull from your product feed—a structured file that includes product names, prices, images, descriptions, and other details—to dynamically generate personalized ads.

For example, let’s say you run an online store that sells BBQ grills. A visitor checks out a specific model on your website but doesn’t complete the purchase. With DPAs, you can retarget that visitor with an ad featuring the exact grill they viewed, keeping it top of mind and nudging them toward checkout.

Or imagine you’re a retailer selling running shoes. A shopper adds a pair of sneakers to their cart but leaves before completing their purchase. With a dynamic product ad, they can see that exact pair of sneakers in their social media feed later that day, prompting them to return and complete their purchase.

For a deeper dive into ad personalization, check out our guide to creative testing

Why Are DPAs So Effective?

Dynamic product ads (DPAs) stand out because they take the guesswork out of advertising.

  • Hyper-Personalized Targeting – DPAs automatically tailor ads to each shopper based on their browsing and purchase history, making them more relevant and engaging.
  • Automated & Scalable – No need to manually design new ads—your product catalog updates in real time, ensuring your ads always reflect current inventory and pricing.
  • Great for Both Prospecting & Retargeting – Attract new customers based on their interests while also re-engaging past visitors who have already interacted with your brand.
  • Optimized for Performance – DPAs continuously adjust based on performance data, refining ad delivery to maximize conversions and ROI.

By combining automation with real-time data, DPAs help brands reach the right audience with the right products at the right time—without the extra workload.

Where Can You Use Dynamic Product Ads?

Most ad platforms—especially social media giants like Meta and TikTok—now offer dynamic product ads (DPAs), making it easier than ever to showcase products with automatically generated creative. Thanks to built-in catalog management, connecting your online store is as simple as linking a product feed URL. Ecommerce platforms like Shopify, BigCommerce, and WooCommerce provide built-in integrations that generate product feed URLs, making it easy to connect your store directly to ad platforms and start running high-impact campaigns.

The real challenge, however, is crafting high-performing, visually engaging ads without a complex production process. That’s where Marpipe comes in. By integrating your product feed, Marpipe enables you to create on-brand, data-driven DPAs in just a few clicks. Think of it as creative “remixing”—allowing you to experiment with different backgrounds, messaging, and promotions to optimize for conversions. Plus, Marpipe supports multiple product feeds and works seamlessly across top platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Snapchat, and Pinterest.

Meta ads designed for Latico using Marpipe’s dynamic ad builder 
Meta ads designed for Latico using Marpipe’s dynamic ad builder 

How Do Dynamic Product Ads Work?

To get started with DPA, first choose a social media platform or platforms to advertise your product catalog.

Step 1: Connect Your Product Feed

Your product feed is the backbone of DPAs. Product feeds can be pulled directly from Shopify or other feed management platforms. With this feed, you'll have the names of your goods, price tags, photographs, and a description, and the platform will develop dynamic advertisements based on the information you've provided.

Step 2: Set Up Your Campaigns

Social media platforms have lots of data about their users, so their algorithm will display the ads in their search feed based on their behavior, ensuring you're always targeting the most appropriate people. In platforms like Meta Ads Manager or Google Ads, you have the option to  configure your audience targeting, budget, and creative template. Since DPAs pull images and details dynamically, you don’t have to manually design each ad. 

While these advertisements can be somewhat edited, the functions that the social media platforms offer are limited. This is where Marpipe comes in; we give you the creative freedom to develop catalog ads that match your brand style and play on the pain points of those who need your goods.

Find out how you can take back control of your ads today.

Step 3: Launch & Optimize

Once your DPAs are live, platform algorithms leverage behavioral data to deliver the right product to the right person at the right time. But success doesn’t stop at launch—ongoing optimization is crucial. This is where Marpipe helps brands move beyond the basics. With advanced multivariate testing, automation, and data-driven insights, we make it easy to test multiple creative elements at once—allowing brands to continuously refine their DPAs for maximum performance.

The Benefits of Dynamic Product Ads for Ecommerce

Dynamic product ads (DPAs) have become a game-changer for ecommerce brands looking to scale efficiently. By automating ad creation and delivering highly relevant products to the right audience, DPAs help drive sales while reducing manual effort.

DPAs Save Time & Effort

Anyone who has managed ads the old-school way knows how time-consuming it can be—between designing creatives and endless trial and error, the process can feel overwhelming. Dynamic product ads simplify everything by automating the heavy lifting. Just upload your product catalog with the necessary details, and let the platform handle the rest while you watch the leads roll in.

Lower Cost Compared to Traditional Ads

Dynamic product ads (DPAs) are a cost-effective way to reach people who are already interested in your products, leading to a lower cost per acquisition. Traditional advertising, on the other hand, often requires higher spending to capture the attention of audiences who may be unfamiliar with your brand or unique selling points—resulting in higher long-term costs.

Expand Your Product’s Reach

Traditional advertising limits your reach to a single platform or audience, but dynamic product ads (DPAs) help you tap into a much larger pool of potential customers across multiple channels. Many social media and advertising platforms have partnerships that extend the visibility of your ads beyond their own networks. For example, Google’s DPAs can appear across Google Shopping, YouTube, the Google Display Network, and partner sites—maximizing exposure and increasing the chances of reaching the right buyers.

Personalized Ads for Different Customer Segments

Effective advertising isn’t one-size-fits-all—your customers may share a common interest in your products, but their buying motivations vary. That’s where dynamic product ads (DPAs) excel. They allow you to create personalized ad variations tailored to different customer segments effortlessly. Whether you want one type of shopper to see a specific promotion or another to engage with a different message, DPAs make it easy to deliver the right creative to the right audience with minimal effort.

Enables Cross-Selling & Upselling

Dynamic product ads (DPAs) go beyond simple retargeting—they also help maximize sales by showcasing related or complementary products. By strategically promoting items that pair well with what customers have already viewed or purchased, DPAs encourage larger purchases and increase average order value with minimal effort.

Tips for Creating High-Performing Dynamic Ad Templates

Dynamic product ads (DPAs) are a powerful tool, but making them stand out takes a little strategy. Keep these tips in mind to create templates that drive clicks and conversions:

  • Use Eye-Catching Lifestyle Images – A strong visual is the first thing people notice. Choose compelling images that grab attention and make your ad impossible to scroll past.
  • Make Sure Ads Work on Every Device – Your audience is browsing on phones, tablets, and desktops, so your ads need to look great everywhere. Double-check that your designs are responsive and properly formatted.
  • Show Pricing & Highlight Deals – People want to know what they’re getting into before they click. Displaying the price upfront—and even adding a special offer—can help turn views into purchases.
  • Test Different Formats – Not every customer responds to ads the same way. Try videos, slideshows, and carousels to see which format gets the best engagement.

A little fine-tuning can make a big difference. Keep testing and tweaking to find what works best for your audience.

Highlight information such as pricing, promotions and deals on DPAs to drive clicks and conversations

Improve Your Ad Campaign Today With DPA!

Don't underestimate the value of targeting new customers through dynamic product ads. It's a chance to market the products from your ecommerce stores to thousands of people who have been searching for the goods you sell.

Importing your ecommerce product feed into Meta is only the first step, but if you really want to stand out among the others in your niche using dynamic product ads for their campaigns, sign up with Marpipe today. We can help you launch feeds on various social media platforms, including Meta, Pinterest, Snapchat, and TikTok, with unlimited live catalogs and daily feed syncing. Not only that, but you'll also have access to our library of stock photos, AI-generated images, and be able to ingest and design new catalog powered creative that will let you take your ads to the next level.

💡 Ready to take control of your DPAs and maximize your ad performance? Sign up for Marpipe today and start optimizing your ads like never before!

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