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Facebook Ads CTR Benchmarks for SaaS & Cloud Platforms in Canada

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CTR (Click Through Rate) for SaaS & Cloud Platforms in Canada

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

Facebook Ads click-through-rate benchmarks: SaaS & Cloud Platforms in Canada

This analysis looks at click-through-rate trends for industry SaaS & Cloud Platforms and target country Canada 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

  • The Canadian SaaS & Cloud Platforms click-through-rate (CTR) sits below market throughout the period: 0.98% average vs a 1.81% global baseline (about 46% lower).
  • Seasonal shape is clear: a December lift, a dip in January–February, steady gains into summer, and a pronounced September peak. The global trend follows a similar arc.
  • Volatility is higher in Canada for this industry: average month-to-month movement of 0.11 points vs 0.05 points in the baseline.

Selected data overview: SaaS & Cloud Platforms, Canada

  • Average CTR: 0.98% across Oct 2024–Sep 2025.
  • High/low:
  • High: 1.18% in September 2025.
  • Low: 0.81% in October 2024.
  • Trend and change:
  • First to last month: +46.7% (0.81% to 1.18%).
  • Notable moves:
  • December 2024 uplift to 1.05% before a January dip to 0.89% (−0.17 points, −15.7%).
  • Strong late-summer surge from August to September (+0.22 points, +23.3%).
  • Volatility: average absolute month-to-month change of 0.11 points, indicating moderate variability in engagement.

Seasonality: Engagement generally improves in December, softens in January–February, and climbs through Q2–Q3, culminating in a September peak—consistent with common Q4 holiday dynamics followed by early-year pullbacks and mid-year recovery.

Baseline overview: Global trend

  • Average CTR: 1.81%.
  • High/low:
  • High: 2.12% in September 2025.
  • Low: 1.67% in February 2025.
  • Trend and change:
  • First to last month: +20.1% (1.76% to 2.12%).
  • Notable moves: steady improvements from March onward, with stronger gains July→September (+0.21 points combined).
  • Volatility: average absolute month-to-month change of 0.05 points—smoother than the Canadian SaaS series.

How Canada compares to the global baseline

  • Level: Below market across all months. The average gap is −0.83 points (Canada 0.98% vs global 1.81%), and the peak gap in September is −0.94 points (1.18% vs 2.12%).
  • Shape: Both series show a December lift, early-year softness, and a late-summer/early-fall high, meaning Canada is largely in line with overall trends but at a lower level and with higher month-to-month variability.
  • Momentum: Canada’s CTR rises faster late in the period (+46.7% vs +20.1% globally), narrowing the gap slightly into September while still remaining below average.

Understanding click-through-rate benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry SaaS & Cloud Platforms and Canada 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. For campaigns targeting Canada, 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.

Canada Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Jan 1New Year's Day
Feb (3rd Mon)Family Day
Apr 18Good Friday
Apr 21Easter Monday (federal)
May (Victoria Day)Victoria Day
Jul 1Canada Day
Sep (1st Mon)Labour Day
Oct (2nd Mon)Thanksgiving
Nov 11Remembrance Day
Dec 25Christmas Day
Dec 26Boxing Day

Key Shopping Season

Late November (Black Friday and Cyber Monday), December (holiday shopping, Boxing Day), Back-to-school (August-September), Mother's Day (May)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM might increase during Canada Day, Labour Day, and Thanksgiving. Black Friday and Cyber Monday see heightened e‑commerce bidding. December holiday period may spike ad costs. Back-to-school and Mother's Day drive retail competition. Provincial holidays might alter weekday inventory availability.

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.