HostAd

HostAd is a self-serve digital out-of-home advertising platform built specifically for Ukraine. It basically lets you become a media buyer without all the boring, slow, and painful agency stuff. You know how traditional outdoor advertising is a total headache? Calling around, waiting for callbacks, driving to offices, signing papers, and then just praying people see your ad? Yeah, HostAd kills all that noise. The platform lets you pick venues on a map — think cozy cafes, busy salons, trendy barbershops, and buzzing coworking spaces — and then launch a campaign on their screens in just a few minutes. You pay by the second, so you only spend on what you actually use. There are zero contracts, zero paperwork, and zero middlemen. It's like the Uber of digital billboards. For venue owners, it's a no-brainer: you host a free screen, and the platform pays you passive income from the airtime you sell. Plus, QR codes on the ads turn those offline impressions into trackable clicks, so you can see exactly how many people actually engaged. It's designed for small businesses, local brands, and anyone who wants to get their message in front of real people in real places, without the usual runaround. HostAd is all about speed, transparency, and making offline advertising as easy as posting on social media.

Map-Based Venue Selection

You don't need to guess where your audience hangs out. HostAd gives you an interactive map where you can browse all available venues in your city. You can see the exact location, check out photos of the space, and even get a feel for the vibe before you commit. This feature makes it super easy to target specific neighborhoods or types of businesses, so your ad lands in the right spot every time.

Pay-Per-Second Pricing

Forget about buying a whole month of airtime you might not even use. HostAd lets you pay by the second, which is a total game-changer. You set your budget, pick your duration, and only pay for what you actually run. This means even tiny businesses with a few hundred hryvnias can get in the game. No hidden fees, no minimum spend traps — just straight-up, transparent pricing that puts you in control.

Real-Time Analytics Dashboard

Once your campaign is live, you get a full analytics dashboard that shows you everything in real time. You can see how many times your ad played, how many people scanned your QR code, and even get insights on peak traffic times at each venue. This data is gold for optimizing your next campaign. No more waiting weeks for a report that might be made up. You see the results as they happen.

Digital Document Flow

HostAd handles all the boring admin stuff digitally. Contracts, invoices, reports — everything is stored in your online cabinet. You never have to print a single piece of paper or visit an office. This feature is a massive time-saver and keeps your campaign history organized and accessible from any device. It's literally a few clicks from launch to live.

Local Cafe Promotion

Imagine you own a small coffee shop in Kyiv and want to attract more students from the nearby university. You can use HostAd to target cafes and coworking spaces in that specific area. Your ad plays on their screens, showing a discount code and a QR code that leads to a special offer. You pay only for the seconds your ad runs, and you can track exactly how many people scanned the code. It's hyper-local, cost-effective, and instantly measurable.

Barbershop Grand Opening

A new barbershop in Lviv wants to make a splash without blowing their entire budget. They use HostAd to pick a few popular barbershops and salons in the city center. Their campaign runs for a week, showing a slick video of their services and a QR code for booking appointments. The pay-per-second model means they only spend a few hundred hryvnias, but they get in front of hundreds of potential customers who are already in the right mindset for grooming.

Coworking Space Membership Drive

A coworking space in Kharkiv wants to fill their desks. They use HostAd to target other coworking spaces and cafes in the tech district. Their ad highlights the amenities and a limited-time discount. The analytics dashboard shows them that most scans happen during lunch hours, so they adjust their campaign to run more frequently during that time. This data-driven approach helps them optimize their spend and get better results.

Event Ticket Sales for a Local Concert

A local band is playing a show in Odesa and needs to sell tickets fast. They use HostAd to target bars, cafes, and restaurants near the venue. Their ad shows a countdown to the event and a QR code that links directly to the ticket purchase page. They can see in real time how many people are clicking through from each venue, allowing them to double down on the spots that are performing best. It's guerrilla marketing for the digital age.

Can I browse venues without signing up?

Yes, you absolutely can. The platform has a guest mode that lets you explore the interactive map, check out all available venues, see their photos, and even get an idea of the pricing. It's perfect for window shopping. But if you want to actually book a slot, run a campaign, or access the detailed analytics, you will need to create a free account. It takes like two minutes, so no biggie.

How fast can I launch a campaign?

Super fast. Once you are registered and logged in, you can pick your venues, upload your creative, set your budget and schedule, and pay online — all in a matter of minutes. There is no approval queue, no manager to call, and no paperwork to sign. Your ad can be playing on screens across the city in less time than it takes to order a coffee. It's honestly that quick.

Can I cancel or change my booking?

Life happens, and HostAd gets that. You can modify or cancel your campaign bookings through your online cabinet, depending on the specific terms of the venue. The platform is designed to be flexible, so you are not locked into something you can't use. For exact details on cancellation policies, it is best to check the specific venue's terms when you are booking, but generally, you have control.

How do I track if my ad is actually working?

HostAd has a built-in analytics dashboard that gives you the full picture. You can see real-time data on how many times your ad was displayed, the total airtime used, and most importantly, the number of QR code scans. This turns a passive offline impression into a measurable action. You can also see peak times and venue performance, which helps you understand exactly what is working and what you should tweak for your next campaign.