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How does “Time-based minimum time between interstitials” work?
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I'll explain how the "Time-based minimum time between interstitials" works based on the Confluence documentation.
**Source:** [Interstitials Configuration](https://tripledotstudios.atlassian.net/wiki/spaces/KB/pages/3705274372)
## Time-Based Frequency Restrictions Overview
The time-based frequency restrictions allow you to control how often interstitial ads are shown by enforcing a minimum time gap between ad impressions.

### Key Fields and Their Functionality
| Field | Description | Default |
|-------|-------------|---------|
| **Time-based: minimum time allowed between interstitials** | Specifies the minimum time (in seconds) that must pass between ad impressions | - |
| **Add to "Min time allowed per impression"** | Incrementally increases the minimum time between ads for each successful impression | Disabled |
| **Per impression** | Time in seconds added after each successful ad impression | - |
| **Use Multiplier per impression** | Instead of fixed seconds, use a multiplier to increase time between ads | False |
| **Multiplier** | Float value to increment time per impression | Empty |
| **Min value** | Minimum time between impressions | - |
| **Max value** | Maximum time between impressions | - |
| **Reset after Rewarded Video** | Resets the time tracking after a rewarded video | - |
| **Reset after Interstitial** | Resets the time tracking after an interstitial ad | Enabled |
| **Timer Counts on App Minimisation** | Tracks time even when app is minimized | Disabled |
### Example Scenario
Let's say you configure:
- Minimum time between interstitials: 60 seconds
- Add to "Min time allowed per impression": Enabled
- Per impression: 30 seconds
- Use Multiplier: Disabled
1st Ad Impression: 60 seconds minimum time
2nd Ad Impression: 90 seconds minimum time (60 + 30)
3rd Ad Impression: 120 seconds minimum time (90 + 30)
### Additional Configurations
- You can set a maximum time limit to prevent exponential growth
- Option to reset timers after rewarded or interstitial ads
- Control whether app minimization counts towards timer
### Best Practices
- Set realistic minimum times to avoid frustrating users
- Use incremental increases to gradually reduce ad frequency
- Consider user experience when configuring restrictions
By carefully configuring these settings, you can create a balanced ad experience that doesn't overwhelm players while still maintaining monetization opportunities.