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How to Calculate Programmatic CPM

What is Programmatic CPM?

Programmatic CPM Calculator helps you measure the effectiveness and profitability of your marketing investments.

Formula

Effective CPM = Total Spend / (Impressions / 1000)

Step-by-Step Guide

  1. 1Pull DSP report, divide spend by impressions in thousands
  2. 2Calculate the result using the formula
  3. 3Compare against benchmarks to evaluate performance

Worked Examples

Input
$2000 spend, 400,000 impressions
Result
eCPM = 2000/(400000/1000) = $5

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Not accounting for all costs in the calculation
  • Ignoring attribution window when measuring results

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