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Nextdoor Launches AI Click Optimisation for Hyperlocal Ads


Nextdoor Launches AI Click Optimisation for Hyperlocal Ads
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  • March 10, 2026

Nextdoor has introduced AI-powered click optimisation, a new feature within its proprietary Ads Manager that enhances hyperlocal advertising performance in the UK. The tool uses machine learning to improve click-through rates (CTR), reduce cost per click, and deliver significantly more clicks within the same budget, helping advertisers achieve stronger ROI from neighbourhood-level campaigns.

Quick Intel

  • Nextdoor launches AI-powered click optimisation in the UK, boosting CTR by a median of over 75% compared to CPM bidding and reducing cost per click by a median of 75% in beta testing.
  • Advertisers, including Verisure, achieved up to four times more clicks for the same budget, with near-doubling of engagement through improved performance across the marketing funnel.
  • The feature builds on the Q3 2025 launch of Nextdoor’s unified Ads Manager (NAM), which provides richer targeting, deeper control, and AI-driven optimisation for both managed and self-serve campaigns.
  • Additional enhancements include max impression optimisation for maximum reach, expanded video formats (square 1x1 and Carousel), and a pilot suite of AI tools for targeting, copy, and image generation using OpenAI and Pexels assets.
  • With over 10 million verified UK neighbours (reaching 1 in 4 households), Nextdoor offers high-trust, hyperlocal precision targeting to household decision-makers for measurable local impact.
  • The solution benefits both advertisers—through better efficiency and results—and community members by delivering more relevant, contextually appropriate ads.

Enhancing Hyperlocal Campaign Performance

Nextdoor’s click optimisation leverages machine learning to dynamically adjust campaigns for maximum click performance while maintaining neighbourhood-level targeting precision. Beta results demonstrated substantial gains in CTR and cost efficiency, enabling brands to stretch media budgets further and drive deeper engagement.

Gareth Walton, Head of EMEA Sales at Nextdoor, commented: “Nextdoor’s new machine learning Click Optimisation is a game-changer for advertisers, enabling them to achieve more impactful results with their marketing spend. It ensures that budgets go further, whether the goal is reach, clicks, or conversion. What distinguishes Nextdoor from other social media platforms is our unique focus on verified neighbours and targeted advertising at the neighbourhood level. This precision and local engagement offer a compelling alternative to other platforms, delivering strong performance at scale. Brands can connect directly with household decision-makers, offering precision and efficiency for those aiming to engage locally at scale.”

Andrew Miller, AI & Emerging Tech Lead at Verisure, said: “Verisure prioritises reaching the right audience with precision. With Nextdoor’s new click optimisation, we've seen a transformation in our campaign performance. The AI-powered tools have significantly boosted our click-through rates and overall engagement, allowing us to connect with local communities more effectively. This innovation has made significant improvements to our cost per lead and ROI, delivering impressive results and reinforcing Verisure’s commitment to excellence.”

Expanding the Smart Advertising Suite

The click optimisation launch complements other recent additions to Nextdoor’s advertising toolkit:

  • Max impression optimisation — Maximises ad exposure within defined target audiences for broader reach goals.
  • Expanded video formats — New square (1x1) and Carousel options support richer visual storytelling and improved engagement metrics.
  • AI Tools (Pilot) — A full suite including AI-assisted targeting and delivery, plus copy and image generation powered by OpenAI’s ChatGPT and commercially licensed photos from Pexels’ global community, enabling faster creation of high-quality, relevant creatives.

These enhancements make it easier for advertisers to build, optimise, and scale hyperlocal campaigns while aligning with Nextdoor’s community-focused environment.

With its scale—reaching 1 in 4 UK households through 10 million verified neighbours—Nextdoor continues to position itself as the leading platform for trusted, neighbourhood-specific advertising that drives quality traffic and real business outcomes.

About Nextdoor

Nextdoor is the essential neighbourhood network for over 10 million neighbours and is used by 1 in 4 UK households, offering trusted local news, real-time safety alerts, neighbour recommendations, for sale and free listings, and events. Nextdoor connects neighbours to the conversations and local gems that matter most in their local communities. Businesses, publishers, and public agencies use Nextdoor to engage with neighbours at scale.

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