Why We Love Newspaper Ads (And You Should, Too!)

Newspaper advertisements are still highly regarded as an effective medium for print advertising. Still our elders and even the younger generation lean on newspapers because it has an emotional connection and a sense of authenticity. Still at the age of social media flowering, most people consider newspapers the most genuine source of news.So when an advertisement of a certain product or service is published to one’s favorite newspaper then it’s the mind and heart more effectively. Here I am trying to discuss why still now love and depend on newspaper advertisements.

  • When it comes to cost effectiveness, newspapers are the best medium of advertising. It is easy for people from any financial background to afford to publish an advertisement in a newspaper if necessary. Its low booking cost and easy Classified text ads can get published on paying less than 100 rs also. So it is a big advantage and one of the reasons why we love newspaper advertisement so much.
  • Newspapers have still now holding its place in the advertising business despite its new competition, digital media.  The very important reason behind it is its shelf life. Shelf life is the length of time for which an item remains usable. For example,  If you skip an advertisement in Facebook while scrolling your newsfeed, there is a very less chance that you can revive that later. But if you want to see or refer anything to someone after a few days that particular you can easily mention the newspaper name and page number in order to get the access. 
  • Publishing advertisements category wise  helps to get the proper response because readers can easily open that particular section and see the ad without wasting much time. eg, make sure that if you are running a beauty parlour and want to publish an ad for its promotion then your ad must be published under the ‘service’ category instead of ‘business’. Otherwise it can create confusion among the readers or consumers regarding the call of action.This also harm the image of the newspaper. releaseMyAd has all the leading dailies of India listed under its portal and there are guidelines for choosing the category as well. So without wasting time visit our page for an effective newspaper ad-  https://www.releasemyad.com/newspaper-advertisement
  • For legal purposes such as a name change or court notice. Newspaper advertisements are a must. In case of name change it is mandatory to publish the announcement in a English and Hindi newspaper. No other medium can get the job done in the case of legal affairs. 
  • Newspapers are more trustworthy to the readers than other Advertising platforms. For people searching for a life partner, newspapers are still the most popular medium to advertise. Because people think it is more genuine than other dating apps or matrimonial portals.
  • People don’t need to be digitally literate to read a newspaper, anyone who doesn’t have access to the internet or other media like Television or radio may get the message given by the advertisement in the newspaper. Buying rate of newspaper is very legitimate which leads to another big advantage of this medium which is affordability. Affordability makes it a good option to target people living in remote areas where other forms of media have not yet reached. 
  • The oldest and traditional medium of advertising is not stuck in a time frame, with the emergence of the internet it has its e-paper version now which is very popular among youngsters which gives the digital experience anytime anywhere.  
  • Lastly, clients can avail different ad booking formats like classified text, classified display and display according to their necessity and budget. Display ads are perfect for retail/branding, public announcements, tender, public notice, education admission notice etc. For personal requirements such as matrimony, selling property, selling automobiles, or change of name, newspaper classified ads are more suited.

So after reading all these if you have made your mind to publish your advertisement in newspaper and have queries regarding ad booking procedure or payment, please feel free to call or WhatsApp releaseMyAd’s helpline number 9830629298 or you can chat with our customer care executives 24*7.

7 Answers to the Most Frequently Asked Questions About Newspaper Ads

Though India is getting digitalised, newspaper advertising is still very popular and considered to be accepted in every financial background. It has its reach in every corner of the country either metro cities or remote villages. With the experience of working in the number one newspaper advertising agency of India, i,e; releaseMyAd, I came to know about the most frequently asked questions of people regarding placing a newspaper advertisement. So here I am trying to give some effective answer of those.

  1. Kindly brief the process of booking advertisements online?

Online advertisement booking via releaseMyAd is the most convenient option in terms of process and payment. Here I am giving the link of the website and visiting the page you ll get to know all the information about newspaper ad booking cost and procedure. You have to follow 3 simple steps to get your advertisement booking done. They are, selecting the newspaper, category and edition, then composing the ad matter with specific tools and lastly selecting the ad release date and making the payment. If you face any issue about ad creative we have our expert design team to help you out with that.

2. I need to publish a full page ad in Anandabazar Patrika, can you please help me with the rates and payment mediums?

To publish a full-page ad in Anandabazar Patrika visit the Anandabazar Patrika Display Ad booking page, choose the preferred supplement or the main edition, specify the location, ad size as full page and check out the rate chart of your display ad, by clicking on the Ad Rate button. The total cost of your advertisement will depend upon the size of your display ad along with its placement (front/ back/ third/ fifth page). We are happy to let you know that we do not charge anything extra from you for booking ads in any Indian newspaper. Instead, we offer you several pay packages with huge discounts.

3.What are the payment options you have? 

There are two alternatives to pay for our booking service. You can either make the transaction online (Debit Card/ Credit card/ Net banking) or check or cash deposit online as per your convenience. As soon as we receive your payment you will get a confirmation from releaseMyAd.  

4. Is there any document required to publish a Name Change advertisement? 

 Yes. For publishing a name change advertisement in any newspaper a notarized affidavit is must. Six months older affidavit is not acceptable in the caste of Name change advertisement.

5. I am not internet savvy. Can you book an ad on my behalf?

 We will be happy to help you anytime. But you can easily book your advertisement by yourself by following 3 simple steps. For a complete and easy tutorial on how to book an ad on releaseMyAd visit our website page. If you still want us to book an ad on your behalf then you will have to provide us with the ad matter that you want to publish. Once the booking is created, we will send you a booking id through an email where you will be able to see the details and can make the payment instantly. You can make the payment either online (Credit/ Debit Card and Net Banking) or through offline mediums (i.e. through Demand Draft, Cheque or Cash collection). Along with the same, we will also send your logging details so that you can log onto your account anytime to check the status of your ad or to book ads in future.

6. I would like to place an ad in the Times of India. Please inform me of the payment method for individuals in the United States.

To book your ad please visit the TOI Releasemyad Booking website and you can start with your booking here. If you need help with the steps that you need to follow while booking the ad, then please take a look at our Online Booking Tutorial page. This will help you to book the ad successfully without any trouble. 

For abroad transactions, you can always make your payment by the Online by your Credit/Debit card. In case you’re not a card holder or if your card is not working, we suggest you to make the payment by Wire Transfer (Bank Transfer) to our US Account in Chase Bank. The cost can be calculated in Dollars and the details can be mailed to the customer. He/ She can either make an online transfer or deposit a cheque in the Chase Bank.  If the customer books the ad costing more than Rs. 2000 (INR), $15 will be charged extra as bank charges.

Bank Details (Chase Bank):

Account Holder Name: Sharad Lunia

Bank Name & Address: JP Morgan Chase Bank, N.A., Park Avenue, New York, NY 10017

Bank Number / ABA#/ Routing Number: 021000021

Account Number: 151113598665

7. Is it necessary to book a death certificate or any sort of document to book a remembrance advertisement?

Generally, it is not necessary for remembrance advertisement but certain publications like Malayala Manorama can ask for a Death certificate if they want. If any other questions popping into your head please feel free to call or WhatsApp in this helpline number 9830629298 or you can chat with our customer care executive which is open 24*7. Otherwise, you can also write to us at book@releasemyad.com.

How to do Newspaper Advertisement Booking

Advertising plays an immensely important role in creating awareness and demand for brands and products/services. It is therefore, imperative, to executive an advertising campaign through the medium of newspapers as efficiently as possible. Newspapers, as the most popularly known medium for advertising, comes to the rescue on account of its low cost and wide reach.

Advertising is not a child’s play. It requires expertise in the field of advertising to maximise the benefits of executing a particular campaign. It may not be fruitful for an advertiser to simply go about placing an ad, having little to no knowledge regarding the editorial policies of various publications. Thus, for businesses seeking a growth in the market saturated with cut-throat competition, it is always a sound decision to hire a newspaper advertising agency.

An advertising agency is a firm dedicated towards creating advertisements representing a company’s product/service, specifically highlighting the positive side of the product/service advertised. Advertising agencies are responsible for designing and executing the entire advertising campaign, on account of their in-house expertise and professional services, and help the advertisers generate greater exposure and profits in the long run, while establishing a well defined position in the market choked with competition.

Benefits of Advertising Agency :

  • Expert Guidance in Developing Advertising Campaign : 

Advertising agencies help businesses develop their advertising campaigns. They guide the advertisers through each stage of the advertising process right from generating creatives from negotiating prices with the publications for their clients.

  • Save Time and Money :

Advertising agencies maintain frequent contact with their clients, ensuring all their requirements are attended. Due to their experience in advertising, they help their clients make the most of their advertisements thereby helping clients who otherwise have less knowledge of advertising. They save clients money as well as time by arranging the advertisement on the behalf of their clients.

  • Creative Expertise :

Business owners may be experts in their respective fields, but may not have thorough knowledge in the field of advertising. Advertising agencies employ people having a good knowledge and experience of creating attractive advertising content which are effective for the purpose of advertising as well as eye-catching for the readers.

  • Better Ad Placement :

Advertising agencies are capable of guiding advertisers regarding positioning and placement of their advertisements, in order to ensure maximum impact and viewership.

  • Market Research :

Advertising agencies also help advertisers by conducting market research to help them identify their target markets as well as their main demographics. This helps advertisers identify which format of newspaper advertising shall earn them more responses.

  • Branding :

Newspaper advertisements are crucial to formation of a brand name in India. Advertising agencies, hence, help businesses gain recognition through the advertisements and become a recognized brand. Some agencies also help businesses create their brand logos, adding uniqueness to their brand image.

Why releaseMyAd ?

The success of any newspaper advertisement depends upon the degree of expertise the advertising agency possesses. Headquartered in the city of Kolkata, releaseMyAd, has provided advertisers the platform for booking newspaper advertisements online as per their convenience, ever since its inception in the year 2009. 

releaseMyAd aims at simplifying the media buying process and enables advertisers book advertisements in leading newspapers at the best possible rates, suiting the budget of the advertisers. Since the agency is accredited by the INS (Indian Newspaper Society), they bear the potential of negotiating the ad rates with the respective publication houses, on behalf of their clients and hence avail them of the best possible advertising rates.  

Advertising on Newspapers

In addition, the team at releaseMyAd comprises various in-house media experts who can help advertisers get through every stage of their advertisement booking process. They render professional services, helping the advertisers be guided with the best suggestions regarding the advertisements to be placed – how the efficiency of the ad can be increased, what paper one should go for, what booking package shall enable the advertiser gain maximum responses at the most economical price. 

releaseMyAd values its clients on top priority and maintains complete transparency with them till their ads are published. They provide the clients a soft copy of their ads or hard copy, if requested by them, as a proof of release. Hence, releaseMyAd is the best agency to approach for any brand looking forward to increasing their brand awareness or spreading their advertising message among the masses through newspaper advertising.

Steps for Booking Newspaper Advertisements with releaseMyAd :

Booking your advertisement with releaseMyAd is merely a matter of a few minutes. All you need to do is:

  1. Login to their website www.releasemyad.com
  2. Click on the Login tab
  3. Sign up as a new user (if you are a first-time user) or log in using your registered login credentials
  4. Select “Newspaper” from the options on the top of the screen as the desired medium for advertising
  5. Select the desired ad format to go for by clicking one of the three ad format options available on the screen :
  1. Select the desired Ad category as for classified advertisements or the desired supplement or newspaper section for display advertisements.
  2. Select the Newspaper of your choice and the edition as per the location desired
  3. Click on “Book Now” to book the advertisement.
  4. For classified advertisements, you must now type your desired Ad Matter in the “Compose Ad Matter” section (sample ads and tips are available at this stage for your help). Make use of enhancements while composing the ad content for increasing the visual appeal of your ad, to ensure it gets noticed.
  5. For display advertisements, you must upload the creative of the desired advertisement in a suitable format like pdf, jpeg, png
  6. Click on “Select Dates and Make Payment” for selecting the desired release date, then preview the ad booking details prior to order booking and finally making the payment using either of the numerable options available to make the payment online/offline.

Selection of  a competent ad agency like releaseMyAd  helps business houses generate more goodwill as well as profits for the company. Common people, too, can make the most of their advertisements, in terms of high number of positive and relevant responses, by availing the professional services rendered by releaseMyAd.

How Much Should You Be Spending on Newspaper Ads?

Newspaper advertising can be an expense or an investment. No matter how you see it. one cannot deny its importance in a businesses marketing campaign is crucial.

Now the question arises what is the right amount to be invested in a newspaper advertisement.

Honestly, there is no right answer. It rather depends on a lot of factors regarding your advertisement.

Analyzing these factors you can determine how much amount will be a worth it amount to be invested in your newspaper ad.

Type Of Ad

Ads in newspapers

Is it a commercial ad or a personal one? Are you giving it sell, hire, promote or simply fulfil a formality? Asking these questions already gives you a clear vision of your spendings. Suppose you are launching a new product on the market and want to attract new customers. You have to do newspaper ads on a regular interval, publishing a single will not get the job done. You want to attract the reader’s attention. But giving a display ad is too costly for regular advertising yet classified text won’t be attracting much attention. So you choose a classified display which allows you to attract more reader attention with a colourful picture and also costs you less than a display allowing to advertise more than one time in regular intervals.

But suppose you have changed your name and are asked to give a name change ad in a local newspaper by the court for formality. If you go for a display it will be a waste, a simple classified text ad will be the right investment.

Target Audience

What type of audience are you trying to showcase your ad to? Youth? People from a specific region? Or on a national crowd?

Depending on that you can choose whether to give an ad in Times of India or Maharashtra times. Even though it costs different and publishing an ad in one is costlier than the other. Selecting the newspaper which will rather get the job done i.e. exposing your ad to the target audience is more important. Even if it is the cheaper option.

Budget

Newspaper Ad Rates

Advertising is important but it is a part of marketing and promotion not beyond it. Gaining new customers, recruits or buyers is important but only when your budget allows. Knowing the amount till which you would like to invest in advertising is important before you start thinking about any other factor of newspaper advertising.knowing the budget beforehand shows you the clear picture and options in which kind of newspaper advertising you can consider giving.

As they spend too much on is not important rather spending wisely is key to successful advertising! Do get negotiable rates on your next newspaper advertisement Mail us at book@releasemyad.com, or call us on 09830629298.

Types of Newspaper Advertisements

For any advertiser, it is really important to understand their requirement for putting up the ad. Before they place the ad in any newspaper, it is really important to figure out the purpose behind putting up the ad, an approximate budget, and what is the tentative feedback expectation. This helps the advertiser to make the advertising process pretty effective. But before anything first an advertiser needs to know about the different formats of Newspaper advertisement to make him/her ad decisions better.

Ads on Newspaper

The newspaper advertisements can be divided into three broad types based on :

  • Content matter
  • Purpose
  • Price
  • Location in the paper
  • Costing criteria

Let’s start with the types of advertisements to have a better understanding.

Newspaper Display Ads

Display Advertisements – Display advertisements are premium ads that appear in a newspaper. These ads are the most costly one that is possible to place in a newspaper. There is an absolute reason behind it’s high cost, i.e., These kinds of advertisements allow an advertiser to put up creative content and creativity attracts customers. In the case of Display advertisement, an advertiser puts up the design that includes both text and images along with amazing colors, logotypes, Clip arts, and many more. Thus the purpose of putting up these kinds of ads is gaining more feedback. Generally, these kinds of ads are often placed by Business organizations, Educational Organizations, and Corporate organizations. These ads can be of different sizes and can be located on different pages throughout the newspaper except the Classified page which is dedicated to the Classified Advertisements. It is costed based on the size per sqcm. which varies from paper to paper. Surveys have proved that according to the general human reading behaviour the odd number pages, front page, and the back page acquires most of the attention. Thus, almost all newspapers placing a display ad in these pages cost more than placing it on any other page.

Newspaper Classified Display Ads

Classified Display Advertisements – Classified Display Ads are almost the same as the display ads. Except for the location in the newspaper. These appear only on the dedicated classified page in all newspapers. It is more visually appealing than classified text ads. Here customized font, color, logo, or image can be added to make the ad visually more effective for the target readers. These ads are charged based on per sq.cm. Generally, classified display ads are placed to communicate with a very specific group of readers which will fulfill both side requirements.

Newspaper Classified Text Ads

Classified Text Advertisements – Classified Text Ads are the most cost-effective advertisements in any Newspaper. The Ads appear in the classified section in the standard running text format and no creative images, logos, e.t.c are allowed. Thus, it is also known as Run-On-Line ads. Rate is charged per Line/Word/Character basis. Generally, this is not chosen for Obituary and Remembrance ads, because of not allowing any incorporation of pictures.
After understanding the ad formats, it must be easier for you to easily decide which one is suitable for your requirements. Now make your ad booking easier, book through releaseMyAd. Click on and book your ad hassle-free from any time anywhere just using your internet connection. It will save both your time and money. In case you face any problem you can also get assistance by calling at 9830629298. All the best for your next ad booking.