"infographic" 4imprint ad blocking
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Ad revenue LOST due to ad blockers
is predicted to reach $41.4 billion in 2016
Jun 2015
198 MILLION
Jan 2014
121 MILLION
60%Ad-blocker use rose
18 monthsin
DIGITALADVERTISING
ADBLOCKING
vs.
IS DIGITAL ADVERTISING ON THE ROPES?
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Perceived value of ads
Irrelevant
Low quality
Security risks
Fear of being infected with malware
Concerns over personal data misuse
Poor user experience (UX)
Screen clutter
Slows page load times
Intrusive
Covers up desired content
Too many ads
WHY CONSUMERS ARE BLOCKING
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