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Facebook Ads CTR Benchmarks in France

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CTR (Click Through Rate) in France

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Executive summary

This analysis looks at click-through-rate trends for industry All industries available and target country France compared to the global trend. The analysis is based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks.

Key takeaways:

  • Overall level: France’s average click-through-rate (CTR) over the period was 1.49%, below the global baseline at 1.81% (about 18% lower).
  • Volatility: France showed far larger month-to-month swings (average absolute change 0.49 percentage points) versus the steadier global trend (0.05 pp), making it roughly 9x more volatile.
  • Range: France’s CTR ranged from a low of 1.02% (July) to a high of 2.86% (September). Globally, the range was tighter: 1.67% (February) to 2.12% (September).
  • Trajectory: From the first to the last month, France rose +179% versus a +20% rise globally, driven by a sharp September spike.
  • Seasonality: France saw a Q4 lift in November, softness May–July, and a pronounced surge in September, while the global baseline climbed steadily from late Q2 into Q3.

Selected dataset highlights (France)

  • Average CTR: 1.49% across Oct 2024–Sep 2025.
  • High/low:
  • High: 2.86% in September 2025.
  • Low: 1.02% in July 2025 (also weak in October 2024 at 1.03%).
  • Notable moves:
  • Strong jump in November 2024 (1.78%) from October (+0.75 pp), then easing in December (1.43%).
  • A three-month dip culminated in July’s trough (1.02%), followed by a recovery in August (1.23%) and a sharp spike in September (2.86%).
  • Volatility: Average month-to-month absolute change of 0.49 pp, with the largest single-month rise in September (+1.63 pp vs August).
  • First-to-last change: Up from 1.03% (October 2024) to 2.86% (September 2025), a +179% increase.

Comparison to the global baseline

  • Average level: France (1.49%) trailed the global baseline (1.81%) by 0.32 pp, indicating below-market CTRs overall.
  • High/low baseline:
  • High: 2.12% (September 2025).
  • Low: 1.67% (February 2025).
  • Stability: Global CTR moved gradually upward through the year with modest month-to-month changes (~0.05 pp on average), in line with a steady seasonal build from spring into late summer.
  • Relative positioning by month:
  • Above market in November 2024 (+2% vs global) and September 2025 (+35% vs global).
  • Below market in the other 10 months, most notably May–August where France trailed by double digits.
  • Trend comparison: While the global trend steadily rose from Q2 to Q3 (+20% over the full period), France’s sharper swings produced a larger end-period jump driven by September’s outlier result.

Seasonal patterns and timeline

  • Q4 2024: France rose in November before moderating in December, consistent with holiday-period fluctuations in engagement.
  • Q1–Q2 2025: France hovered below the global level, with a brief recovery in March–April before a dip.
  • Summer 2025: A noticeable trough in July, followed by a rebound in August.
  • Late Q3 2025: A pronounced France-specific surge in September, exceeding the global high.

Understanding click-through-rate benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry All industries available and France helps advertisers make more efficient budget and creative choices.

Understanding the Data

Insights & analysis of Facebook advertising costs

Click-Through Rate (CTR) is the percentage of impressions that resulted in a click on the Facebook ad. Different industries see varying ad costs due to market competition, user demographics, and conversion value. For campaigns targeting France, advertisers should consider local market factors and user behavior. Different campaign objectives lead to varying costs based on how Facebook optimizes for your specific goals. Why we use median instead of average We use the median CTR because the underlying distribution of click-through rates is highly skewed, with a small share of campaigns achieving extremely high CTRs. These outliers can inflate a simple average, making it less representative of what most advertisers actually experience. By using the median—which sits at the midpoint of all campaigns—we provide a more rigorous and realistic benchmark that reflects the true underlying data model and helps you set attainable performance expectations. The data shown represents median values across multiple campaigns, and individual results may vary based on ad quality, audience targeting, and campaign optimization.

Why we use median instead of average

We use the median CTR because the underlying distribution of click-through rates is highly skewed, with a small share of campaigns achieving extremely high CTRs. These outliers can inflate a simple average, making it less representative of what most advertisers actually experience. By using the median—which sits at the midpoint of all campaigns—we provide a more rigorous and realistic benchmark that reflects the true underlying data model and helps you set attainable performance expectations.

Key Factors Affecting Facebook Ad Costs

  • Competition within your selected industry and audience demographics
  • Ad quality and relevance score – higher quality ads can lower costs
  • Campaign objective and bid strategy
  • Timing and seasonality – costs often increase during holiday periods
  • Ad placement (News Feed, Instagram, Audience Network, etc.)

Note: This data represents industry median values and benchmarks. Your actual costs may vary based on specific targeting, ad creative quality, and campaign optimization.

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The data behind the benchmarks

All data is sourced from over $3B in Facebook ad spend, collected across thousands of ad accounts that use Superads daily to analyze and improve their campaigns. Every data point is fully anonymized and aggregated—no individual advertiser is ever exposed.

This dataset updates frequently as new ad data flows in. It will only get bigger and better.

France Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Apr 18Good Friday (Alsace & Moselle)
Apr 21Easter Monday
May 1Labour Day
May 8Victory in Europe Day
May 29Ascension Day
Jun 9Whit Monday
Jul 14Bastille Day
Aug 15Assumption Day
Nov 1All Saints' Day
Nov 11Armistice Day
Dec 25Christmas Day
Dec 26Saint Stephen's Day (Alsace & Moselle)

Key Shopping Season

Late November (Black Friday/Cyber Monday), December (Christmas & post‑Christmas sales), May–June (spring sales)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC might increase during spring holidays when leisure and travel campaigns see higher engagement. Extended 'ponts' (bridge days) in May could create long weekends with lower weekday ad inventory. Late November and December feature steep increases in ad competition. Christmas season may drive peak ad volumes.

What is CTR and why does it matter for Facebook ads?

CTR (Click-Through Rate) is the percentage of people who click your ad after seeing it. It's calculated by dividing total clicks by total impressions, then multiplying by 100. A high CTR indicates your ad resonates with your audience and helps improve your relevance score, which can lower your overall costs.

What's the average CTR for Facebook ads in 2025?

The average Facebook ad CTR across industries sits around 0.90-1.10%. But there's significant variation. Your specific industry, audience targeting, and campaign objectives should determine your benchmark.

Why is my Facebook ad CTR consistently low?

Low CTR usually stems from poor audience targeting, weak creative, or a disconnect between your ad content and audience needs. Your ad might simply not be standingo out enough. Check if your visuals grab attention, your copy addresses clear pain points, and your audience targeting aligns with people genuinely interested in your offer.

Is CTR still a reliable metric for ad performance in 2025?

Yes—but only in context. High CTR is a signal that your creative works, but it doesn't guarantee conversions. Use it alongside other metrics like conversion rate to get the full picture.