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Facebook Ads CTR Benchmarks for Media in France

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CTR (Click Through Rate) for Media in France

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Main takeaways

This analysis looks at click-through-rate trends for industry Media and target country France compared to the global trend. Based on $3B worth of advertising data from our dataset, which provides strong directional benchmarks, the Media/France series shows markedly higher click-through-rate (CTR) levels than the global baseline but with far greater month-to-month volatility. France averages 3.27% CTR versus the global 1.81% (+81% above market), peaks near 6.37% in July, and then falls sharply into late summer. The baseline rises gradually through the year, ending higher with low volatility.

Media in France: monthly median CTR overview

  • Average CTR: 3.27% across Oct 2024–Sep 2025.
  • High/low: High at 6.37% (Jul 2025); low at 1.44% (Sep 2025). Range: 4.93 pp.
  • Start to end change: 2.38% (Oct 2024) to 1.44% (Sep 2025), down 39%.
  • Volatility: Average absolute month-over-month change of 40.5%, indicating frequent, large swings.
  • Notable movements:
  • Dec spike: +90% m/m to 3.13% after a soft November.
  • Q2–early Q3 surge: Apr jumps +122% m/m to 4.46%; sustained highs through May–Jul (6.25%–6.37%).
  • Late-summer correction: Aug drops 72% m/m to 1.78%, followed by a further decline to the yearly low in Sep (1.44%).

Global baseline context

  • Average CTR: 1.81%.
  • High/low: High at 2.12% (Sep 2025); low at 1.67% (Feb 2025). Range: 0.44 pp.
  • Start to end change: 1.76% to 2.12%, up 20%.
  • Volatility: Very stable with a 2.9% average absolute month-over-month change and a steady climb from spring into late summer/early fall.

France vs. global: how they compare

  • Level: France’s Media CTR is consistently elevated, averaging 81% above the global benchmark.
  • Peaks: During Apr–Jul, France runs roughly three times the global level (around 5.85% vs. 1.81% average over those months).
  • Lows: France dips below the global trend in Nov, Feb, Aug, and Sep; by Sep, France sits 32% below the global median (1.44% vs. 2.12%).
  • Stability: France is far more volatile (40.5% average absolute MoM change) than the baseline (2.9%). The selected series swings between above-market surges and late-summer softness, while the global line inches up steadily.
  • Overall positioning: France’s Media CTR is above market on average, with pronounced seasonal spikes and sharper reversals than the global trend.

Seasonal patterns and notable movements

  • Q4 footing: After a weak November (1.65%), December shows a clear holiday-period lift (3.13%).
  • Q2 to early Q3 strength: April through July posts the highest CTRs of the year, culminating at 6.37% in July.
  • Late-summer pullback: August and September fall below both the earlier France highs and the global medians.

Understanding click-through-rate benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Media 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. In the Media industry, Facebook ad costs can be influenced by seasonal trends and market competition. 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.