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What Is a VSL Ad and When Should Your Brand Use One?

A video sales letter (VSL) ad explains, persuades and sells in one video. Learn when VSLs beat short-form ads and how to structure one.

VSL in one sentence

A VSL is a longer ad — usually 1 to 5 minutes — that walks a viewer from problem to solution to offer, like a sales letter in video form.

When to use a VSL

VSLs shine for products that need explaining: supplements, health products, higher-priced items and anything with a strong story.

A proven structure

Hook → problem → agitation → solution → proof → offer → call to action. Test several hooks on the same body to find the opener that holds attention.

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