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Facebook Ads CTR Benchmarks for SaaS & Cloud Platforms

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CTR (Click Through Rate) for SaaS & Cloud Platforms

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Key takeaways

  • The selected click-through-rate for SaaS & Cloud Platforms across all countries available averages 0.96%, which is about 47% below the global baseline average of 1.81% over the same period.
  • Performance is stable overall from October 2024 to September 2025 (down 0.06% from first to last month), with clear seasonal movements: a lift in November, a trough in January, and a summer peak in July.
  • Volatility is higher in the selected series: average month-to-month movement is 0.15 percentage points (~16% of its average) versus 0.05 points (~3%) for the global trend.
  • Relative positioning is consistently below market, ranging from 33% to 58% below baseline by month.

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

Selected data overview (SaaS & Cloud Platforms, all countries)

  • Average CTR: 0.96%
  • High: 1.21% in July 2025; secondary peaks in November 2024 (1.18%) and August 2025 (1.09%)
  • Low: 0.74% in January 2025
  • First-to-last change: 0.8898% (Oct 2024) to 0.8893% (Sep 2025), essentially flat (-0.06%)
  • Volatility: average month-to-month change of 0.15 points
  • Notable moves:
  • Biggest jumps: October→November (+0.29 pts), May→June (+0.24 pts), June→July (+0.13 pts)
  • Biggest dips: December→January (-0.22 pts), November→December (-0.21 pts), August→September (-0.20 pts)
  • Seasonality in this series: uplift in November, a pronounced January low, and a summer high around June–July.

Global baseline overview (all industries/countries)

  • Average CTR: 1.81%
  • High: 2.12% in September 2025
  • Low: 1.67% in February 2025
  • First-to-last change: 1.76% (Oct 2024) to 2.12% (Sep 2025), up 20.1%
  • Volatility: average month-to-month change of 0.05 points
  • Seasonal shape: gentle softening in December–February, then steady gains through late summer and early fall.

Comparison: selected vs. baseline

  • Overall level: SaaS & Cloud Platforms CTR is below market throughout the period, averaging 0.96% versus 1.81% globally (about 47% lower).
  • Relative gap by month: the selected series ranges from 67% of baseline in November 2024 (closest to market) to 42% of baseline in September 2025 (widest gap).
  • Highs and lows:
  • Selected peaks in July (1.21%) are still below the baseline level that month (1.90%).
  • The January low (0.74%) coincides with a soft global period but remains substantially below the baseline (1.68%).
  • Volatility: the selected series is more variable, with month-to-month swings roughly three times larger than the global trend in absolute terms and much higher on a relative basis.

Understanding click-through-rate benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry SaaS & Cloud Platforms and All countries available 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 SaaS & Cloud Platforms industry, Facebook ad costs can be influenced by seasonal trends and market competition. Geographic targeting affects ad costs based on market competition and user engagement in different regions. 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.

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.