Overview
Tactics are containers that organize and execute media buys. They define targeting parameters (channels, countries) and can be linked to one or more campaigns, allowing you to reuse successful media buying tactics across multiple marketing initiatives.Two-Tier Architecture: Campaign → Tactic → Media Buy
- Campaigns: Overall marketing initiative with total budget
- Tactics: Targeting configuration and media buy organization
- Media Buys: Direct publisher execution at negotiated CPMs
Key Concepts
Tactic Purpose
Tactics serve as organizational containers that:- Define targeting parameters (channels, countries)
- Can be linked to multiple campaigns
- Organize related media buys under a common tactical approach
- Enable reuse of proven media buying approaches
Tactic Configuration
Every tactic includes:- Name: Descriptive identifier for the tactic
- Campaign Link: Associated with one or more campaigns
- Channel Targeting: Specific channels to target (web, mobile, CTV, etc.)
- Geographic Targeting: Country codes for geographic focus
- Tactical Brief: Optional prompt describing the tactic’s approach
Tactic Types
All tactics in this API are automatically configured as:- Activity Type: AMP (Agentic Media Protocol)
- Tactic Type: INTELLIGENT_CAMPAIGNS
Working with Tactics
Creating Tactics
- Conversational
- Programmatic
Linking Tactics to Campaigns
Tactics can be associated with multiple campaigns, enabling tactic reuse:Managing Tactics
Tactic Architecture
Campaign-Tactic-Media Buy Flow
Multi-Campaign Tactic Sharing
Channel Targeting
Tactics can target specific advertising channels:| Channel Code | Description | Common Use Cases |
|---|---|---|
web | Desktop web browsers | Standard display advertising |
mobile | Mobile web & in-app | Mobile-optimized campaigns |
ctv | Connected TV | Premium video campaigns |
social | Social media platforms | Social advertising |
video | Online video | Video-first campaigns |
audio | Streaming audio/podcasts | Audio advertising |
Geographic Targeting
Target specific countries using ISO 2-digit country codes:Best Practices
1. Tactical Organization
Organize tactics by targeting approach:2. Tactic Reuse
Leverage successful tactics across campaigns:3. Clear Naming
Use descriptive names that indicate targeting:4. Geographic Segmentation
Separate tactics by region for better control:Integration with Media Buys
Tactics organize media buys for execution:Performance Tracking
Monitor tactic performance through associated media buys:API Reference
tactic_create
Create TacticCreate new tactic with targeting configuration.
tactic_list
List TacticsView all tactics with filtering options.
tactic_get
Get TacticRetrieve detailed tactic information.
tactic_update
Update TacticModify tactic targeting and configuration.
tactic_link_campaign
Link CampaignAssociate tactic with additional campaigns.
tactic_unlink_campaign
Unlink CampaignRemove campaign association from tactic.
tactic_delete
Delete TacticRemove tactic and associated media buys.
campaign_list_tactics
List Campaign TacticsView all tactics linked to a campaign.
channel_list
List ChannelsGet valid channel codes for targeting.
Next Steps
Media Buy Guide
Publisher ExecutionLearn how media buys execute tactic with publishers.
Campaign Guide
Campaign ManagementUnderstand how campaigns orchestrate multiple tactics.
The Bottom Line
- Tactics are containers - They organize media buys with common targeting
- Tactics enable reuse - Link one tactic to multiple campaigns
- Targeting is simple - Define channels and countries, that’s it
- Media buys do the work - Tactics just provide structure and targeting
- Keep it organized - Use clear names and logical grouping