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Retargeting

Showing advertising to people based on previous interactions with a business or its content.

In everyday use

An eligible past website visitor sees an ad about the product they viewed.

What to keep in mind

Tracking, consent and targeting rules depend on the context and jurisdiction.

Also searched as: remarketing

Further reading

Original explanation and example by Perspectism. Further reading may cover the wider subject, rather than this exact wording. Edition updated 7 October 2026.

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