Video ads · Beginner tutorial 2026
How to Use Boosted
Boosted is a video ads tool built for Small businesses and Social ads. This step-by-step tutorial walks you through setup and your first project — no prior editing experience required. You can follow along free (Free plan).
Boosted tutorial: step by step
Choose template
Head to the Boosted site and start with the free option (Free plan). Once you are in, choose template — this is where most of your creative decisions begin, so take a moment to explore the interface before diving in.
Add assets
Next, add assets. Lean on Brand kit to speed this up. Small adjustments here have the biggest impact on how professional your final video looks.
Export ad
Finally, export ad. Boosted handles the heavy lifting here, but always preview the result before you publish so the pacing, captions, and audio line up. This is the stage where Boosted shines for small businesses.
Tips to get more out of Boosted
- • Use Ad templates to work faster — it's one of the reasons Boosted is rated 7.6/5.
- • Use Brand kit to work faster — it's one of the reasons Boosted is rated 7.6/5.
- • Use Stock library to work faster — it's one of the reasons Boosted is rated 7.6/5.
Common mistakes to avoid
- • Limited custom motion
- • Template-heavy output
Works with your stack
Boosted integrates with Facebook, Instagram, YouTube — handy when you are stitching it into an existing faceless YouTube or short-form pipeline.
Ready to try Boosted?
Best for small businesses and marketers who need quick, on-brand promo videos without an editor.
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Boosted tutorial FAQ
Is Boosted hard to learn?
No. Most people create their first video ads project within an hour. Boosted is best for Small businesses and Social ads, and the 3-step workflow above covers everything you need to get started.
Do I need editing experience to use Boosted?
Not really. Boosted is a mobile-first app from Lightricks for making short marketing and social videos fast, using ready-made templates, stock media, and simple branding controls. It's aimed at small businesses and non-designers who need quick promo videos and ads without learning a full editor. The interface is built so beginners can produce a finished video without prior editing skills, though features like Ad templates reward a little practice.
Is there a free way to try Boosted?
Yes — Free plan. That's more than enough to follow this tutorial end-to-end before deciding whether to upgrade. See the full Boosted pricing for paid tier details.
What can I make with Boosted?
Boosted is designed for Small businesses, Social ads, Quick promos. It integrates with Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, so it slots neatly into most faceless YouTube and short-form workflows.