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What's iBloks?

iBloks is a place to create and watch instant movies. iBloks is the easiest way to create instant movies from your digital photos, music, and videos. It's really fun and you will love how you will be able to create iBloks in seconds.

How do I sign up?

If you came to iBloks by clicking on someone else's iBlok you'll end up on the creator's iBlok page where you can share it, download and remix it with your own media or post a comment to the creator.

You can also register for an account. Once you have signed up, create an iBlok online or by downloading the iBloks software.

What constitutes personal versus professional use of iBloks?

If you are using iBloks to make an offer to buy, sell, advertise or promoted services and goods you must have a professional account. If you are using iBloks to showcase your own personal photos, music and videos, you should create a personal account.

Can I have a personal and professional account?

Yes, and you will need to create two accounts one for personal use and one for professional use.

Create an iBloks InstantAd™ from a Sample Ad
What can I do with these ads?

You can quickly and easily customize and distribute video ads for your business anywhere on the web - your site or other sites.

How do I customize an ad?

You can customize an ad for your business by adding your logo, your images, and your message to one of our rich media ad templates. When you see an ad you like, click on it to get started. Or if you prefer, you can create a custom rich media video ad. Click here for more information.

What does it cost to create an ad?

It's free! There is no charge to create a video ad using iBloks InstantAd™. In addition, you can upload an existing video ad for publishing at no cost as well. When you are ready to run a targeted campaign with your iBloks ad, you will be charged based on the budget that you set. Click here to learn more.

How do I create a campaign using a sample ad?

First, select a sample ad that you like. Second, upload your logo, images, videos and message. Once your ad is customized, you simply input your campaign details including your ad budget, campaign length, and target audience and we do the rest.

What if I don't see an ad I like?

Call us at (415) 546-2140 or send us an email at instantads@ibloks.com and we can easily customize an ad that fits your business and brand.

Are there other sizes or dimensions of these ads?

Yes, there are unlimited options. We support the most common industry standard sizes. As part of the creation process, we will automatically generate your ad in the industry standard dimension 300x250. If you prefer a different size, give us a call at (415) 546-2140 or send us an email at instantads@ibloks.com and we can easily generate a customized size perfect for your needs.

iBloks Video Messenger™
What do I need to use iBloks Video Messenger™?

You need to have Internet Explorer 6 or 7 and A Windows Live account or Hotmail account with Windows Live Messenger. We are working on including Firefox as well and plan to offer in Spring of 2008.

Why do I initially have to sign in to use iBloks Video Messenger™?

Since this is a new feature being made available to you by Microsoft Windows Live and iBloks, we want to confirm that you want to accept the terms of use and want to take advantage of this great service.

Can I post the iBloks Video Messenger™ on my social network web page?

Yes, we have made it incredibly easy for you to add your iBloks Video Messenger™ on MySpace, Facebook, Bebo, Windows Live Spaces and Google just by grabbing the embed code. Also you can go to any of these websites application/gadget areas and you will see iBloks Video Messenger is already available for you to post on your page.

iBloks Live in 3D™
What is iBloks Live in 3D™?

A fully immersive 3D experience that enables you to hang out in a 3D environment to watch and share videos, listen to music and view slideshows with your friends.

Why do I only see a video scene of the 3D™ experience?

This is because you do not have the required software to be able to get the full experience but you can still enjoy the scene in 2D on a Mac or Safari or Firefox browser.

What are the requirements for iBloks Live in 3D™?

You need to have Windows XP or Vista and .Net 3.0. If you have Windows XP you may not have .Net 3.0 or higher included so you will need to go to Microsoft and download this application. In advance we want to warn you it takes about 20 minutes or so to do this so – be prepared but it will be worth it once you’re done because there has never been a way to view 3D experiences without a download before.

Why does it take time for the iBloks Live in 3D™ to load?

This is a function of getting the digital information from our servers to your desktop and presenting them to you.

Choosing an Ad
What do I need to create an ad?

You will need product screenshots (photos and/or videos), your company logo, key messages, and a call-to-action with the website page where you want customers to go when they click on your ad.

What will my ad look like?

After you create your ad, iBloks processes and saves it for you automatically and sends you and email so you can see it and approve it. This takes under ten minutes from the time you submit your ad to iBloks.

What can I do with my ad once it is ready?

You will be able to post your ad on your site, email out the link of the video ad in email and publish on over 50,000 websites as a video ad. You have to pay extra to get your ad to appear on internet websites.

What other options for ads do I have?

iBloks has created over 100 ad styles that you can customize in unlimited ways to help build your business. If you don't see exactly what you want there we can easily create a custom ad for you based on your particular needs. Please call iBloks at 415-546-2140 or email us at instantads@ibloks.com for more information.

Can iBloks work with existing TV commercials?

Yes! We encourage you to call iBloks at (415) 546-2140 or email us at instantads@ibloks.com to learn more, and so we can ensure that we deliver exactly what you want. Since there are many possible options, please let us help you make the right decision for your business.

Adding Media to Your Ad
What type of image and video formats does iBloks support?

iBloks supports the most popular and highest-quality media formats. For photos and logos, supported image formats include .jpg, .png, and .gif. For video we allow .wmv for videos, and for audio we support .mp3 and .wma. If you have different formats please call us at (415) 546-2140 and we can handle getting alternative media formats to work with iBloks for you.

What if I have more than one product shot or image?

In most cases, once you select your ad you will be able to add in more than one image with your additional product shots.

What dimensions should my logo be?

Logos can be either square or rectangular. If rectangular, a 4:3 aspect ratio typically works best.

Posting Your iBloks InstantAd™
How many impressions will I get with my ad?

The number of impressions depends on the category of your business. Some business sectors are in higher demand so the prices vary. We honor our rate pricing so you don't have to go through the hassle of constantly auctioning and then losing your bid.

Which websites will my ad run on?

Your ad will run on websites that are relevant to the geographic, demographic and targeting information that you submitted to iBloks when you placed your order. We can place your ad on sites like Google and Facebook, and also have arranged distribution for you on over 50,000 other sites. We take away the hassle of getting ads placed so you can simply select people that are in your market or anywhere around the world. It is all up to you.

When will my ad run?

If you selected today as your start date, your campaign can start to run on your site immediately if you use the ad information we provide to you. For ads on the internet you can expect to begin seeing them within two days, since website owners get the opportunity to approve your ad. If you have any questions regarding your campaign, please contact iBloks at (415) 546-2140.

What if I want to change my ad?

You may stop a campaign with 24 hours notice by emailing iBloks at instantads@ibloks.com. If you want to change and resubmit it, we will help you accomplish this quickly and easily.

How will I know if my ad is working?

You will be emailed the results of your ad campaign, including the number of clicks you had and the number of ads that were served. This performance information will be sent to you within ten days of your campaign's completion.

How do I get my ad on my website?

You will receive an email when your ad is ready, which will contain a link to your ad page. On this page there will be a section titled "To Place on Your Website." Simple cut and paste the code there onto your web page.

What if my ad is not the right size for my website?

Go to your ad page and click the button that says "InstantAd™ Size" and select the size that works best for your website.

What size will my ad be on other websites?

The standard size on the internet for video advertising is 300x250 pixels - your ad will appear with these dimensions.

Technical Questions
Do I need broadband internet connectivity to use iBloks?

Broadband is not required, but it is recommended for the best experience.

What does Certified for Vista mean for people using iBloks?

Certified for Windows Vista iBloks is the first multimedia application to achieve Certified for Windows Vista status. In passing its 32 rigorous tests, this designation provides assurance that iBloks offers Windows Vista users the highest quality premium media creation experience. To achieve certification, iBloks supports the 32- and 64-bit versions of Windows Vista.

What operating systems does iBloks work on?

iBloks supports the Internet Explorer, Firefox, and Safari browsers on Windows, Linux, and Mac systems.

 
 
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