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    CPM vs RPM: Key Differences Every Publisher Should Understand (Updated)

    An updated guide to understanding the critical differences between CPM and RPM metrics for digital publishers.

    MaverickX Team·Jan 27, 2025
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    CPM: The Advertiser's Metric

    What advertisers pay for 1,000 impressions.

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    RPM: The Publisher's Metric

    What publishers earn per 1,000 page views.

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    Why the Distinction Matters in 2025

    With privacy changes and cookie deprecation, the CPM-RPM relationship is evolving. First-party data and contextual advertising are taking center stage.

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