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Facebook Ads CTR Benchmarks for Software Development in Israel

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CTR (Click Through Rate) for Software Development in Israel

October 2024 - October 2025

Insights

Detailed observation of presented data

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

Main takeaways

  • Overall level: Software Development in Israel averaged a 1.20% click-through-rate, about 33% below the global baseline average of 1.81% (consistently below market each month).
  • Momentum: From Oct 2024 to Sep 2025, Israel’s CTR rose 46% (0.55% to 0.81%), while the global trend rose 20% (1.76% to 2.12%).
  • Volatility: Israel showed higher month-to-month swings (avg absolute change 0.28 points) versus a steadier global pattern (0.05 points).
  • Seasonality: In Israel, CTR climbed through Q4, dipped in January, spiked in February–March, then softened into late summer with a marked drop in September. Globally, CTR eased slightly in Q4 and then climbed steadily through Q3, peaking in September.
  • Highs/lows: Israel peaked at 1.72% in March 2025 and bottomed at 0.55% in October 2024. The biggest month-to-month jump was January to February (+0.73 points); the sharpest drop was August to September (−0.54 points).

Selected trend highlights: Software Development in Israel

  • Average across the period: 1.20%.
  • High: 1.72% in March 2025.
  • Low: 0.55% in October 2024.
  • Range: 1.17 points.
  • Change from first to last month: +46% (0.55% to 0.81%).
  • Volatility: Average month-to-month absolute movement of 0.28 points.
  • Notable movements:
  • Q4 2024 buildup: 0.55% (Oct) → 0.84% (Nov) → 1.20% (Dec).
  • New-year dip: 1.20% (Dec) → 0.73% (Jan).
  • Early-year surge: 0.73% (Jan) → 1.46% (Feb) → 1.72% (Mar).
  • Late-summer fade: 1.34% (Aug) → 0.81% (Sep).

Comparison to the global baseline

  • Global average: 1.81% (high of 2.12% in Sep 2025; low of 1.67% in Feb 2025).
  • First-to-last change: +20% (1.76% to 2.12%).
  • Volatility: Average month-to-month absolute change of 0.05 points (range 0.44 points).
  • Relative positioning:
  • Israel tracked below market throughout the period; the closest point to parity was March 2025 (1.72% vs 1.74% globally).
  • The widest gap was in September 2025 (0.81% vs 2.12% globally).
  • Seasonal contrast:
  • Q4: Israel strengthened month-over-month, while the global trend softened slightly.
  • Q2–Q3: Global CTR steadily rose from May onward; Israel drifted lower across summer before a September dip.

Seasonal patterns and volatility notes

  • Q4 holiday periods often reshape performance; here, Israel’s CTR rose through December, whereas the global median eased modestly.
  • The early-year rebound was more pronounced in Israel (notably February–March), followed by a gradual cool-off and a sharper late-summer decline than the global average.

Understanding click-through-rate benchmarks on Facebook Ads in industry Software Development and Israel 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 Software Development industry, Facebook ad costs can be influenced by seasonal trends and market competition. For campaigns targeting Israel, 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.

Israel Advertising Landscape

National Holidays

Apr 13–19Passover
May 1Independence Day
Jun 2Shavuot
Sep 23–24Rosh Hashanah
Oct 2Yom Kippur
Oct 7–14Sukkot

Key Shopping Season

Passover (April), Sukkot and Fall holidays (Sept–Oct), Hanukkah (December)

Potential Advertising Impact

CPM and CPC might rise during Passover as consumers prepare homes and plan meals. Fall holiday cluster may see media consumption fluctuate—consumers often offline during holidays, but prior week advertising demand may peak. Yom HaAtzmaut might spark tourism and leisure engagement. Hanukkah could drive e‑commerce CPMs for toys and electronics.

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.