Enveu Media & OTT Glossary

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Connected TV (CTV)

Connected TV (CTV) refers to television devices that are connected to the internet and can stream video content through apps, platforms, or built-in operating systems.

What is Connected TV (CTV)?

Connected TV (CTV) refers to any television or television-connected device that can access the internet and stream digital video content through applications rather than traditional broadcast or cable signals.

Examples of Connected TV devices

CTV devices include Smart TVs with built-in operating systems, streaming devices such as Roku, Fire TV, and Apple TV, as well as game consoles and set-top boxes connected to a television.

How CTV is used in OTT platforms

OTT platforms deliver long-form and live video experiences on CTV devices using dedicated TV apps. These experiences are optimized for large screens, remote-based navigation, and lean-back viewing behavior.

CTV and advertising

CTV plays a major role in digital video advertising, enabling targeted, measurable ad experiences through ad-supported streaming models such as AVOD and FAST.

Why Connected TV matters

CTV combines the reach of traditional television with the targeting, analytics, and flexibility of digital streaming, making it a critical platform for content distribution, monetization, and audience engagement.