CPM (Cost Per Mille) Calculator
Calculate your CPM from ad spend and impressions. Reverse-calculate impressions or budget from a target CPM for display and social campaigns.
CPV (Cost Per View) Calculator
Calculate your cost per video view from ad spend and views. Plan video ad budgets with reverse CPV calculations for YouTube and social platforms.
Campaign Performance
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%
days
Cost Per View (CPV)⧉
$0.02
Rating: Excellent
Views Per Dollar⧉
50.0
5,000 views/day
Completed Views⧉
97,500
65.00% completion rate
Cost Per Completed View⧉
$0.03
54% more than CPV
View-Through Rate (VTR)⧉
30.00%
150,000 views from 500,000 impressions
Effective CPM⧉
$6.00
Daily spend: $100.00
CPV Performance Rating
$0.02 — Excellent
$0.00 (Best)$0.15+ (Expensive)
Budget Planner
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$
Estimated Views⧉
250,000
At $0.02 per view
Required Budget for Current Views⧉
$3,000.00
To achieve 150,000 views
Platform CPV Benchmarks
| Platform | Low CPV | High CPV | View Definition | Your CPV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YouTube TrueView | $0.01 | $0.06 | 30s or interaction | $0.02 |
| Facebook In-Stream | $0.01 | $0.03 | 3s continuous | $0.02 |
| TikTok | $0.01 | $0.04 | 6s or interaction | $0.02 |
| Instagram Reels | $0.02 | $0.05 | 3s continuous | $0.02 |
| Twitter/X Video | $0.02 | $0.08 | 2s 50% in-view | $0.02 |
| LinkedIn Video | $0.05 | $0.15 | 2s 50% in-view | $0.02 |
Budget Scaling Estimates
| Budget | Est. Views | Est. Completed | Duration (days) |
|---|---|---|---|
| $1,000.00 | 50,000 | 32,500 | ~10 |
| $2,500.00 | 125,000 | 81,250 | ~25 |
| $5,000.00 | 250,000 | 162,500 | ~50 |
| $10,000.00 | 500,000 | 325,000 | ~100 |
| $25,000.00 | 1,250,000 | 812,500 | ~250 |
| $50,000.00 | 2,500,000 | 1,625,000 | ~500 |
| $100,000.00 | 5,000,000 | 3,250,000 | ~1000 |
Planning notes, formulas, and examples
About the CPV (Cost Per View) Calculator
Cost Per View (CPV) measures how much you pay each time a user watches your video advertisement. It's the primary bidding metric for video campaigns on platforms like YouTube, Facebook, TikTok, and other video-first ad networks. Understanding CPV is critical for budgeting video ad campaigns and maximizing the reach of your video content.
A "view" is typically defined as a user watching at least 30 seconds of your ad (or the full ad if it's shorter than 30 seconds) or interacting with the ad. This threshold varies by platform — YouTube counts 30 seconds while Facebook counts 3 seconds, making cross-platform comparison important when standardized.
This calculator computes your CPV from total spend and views, or helps you plan budgets by calculating how many views you can expect at a given CPV and budget. Use it alongside video completion rate data to understand the true cost of engaged video viewers.
When This Page Helps
Video advertising is one of the fastest-growing ad formats, and CPV calculations help you budget effectively for video campaigns. This calculator helps you determine the true cost of getting your message in front of viewers, compare CPV across platforms and campaigns, and plan budgets that align with your video marketing objectives.
How to Use the Inputs
- Enter your total video ad spend for the campaign period.
- Enter the total number of qualified video views received.
- View your calculated CPV quickly.
- Use reverse mode to estimate views from a target CPV and budget.
- Compare CPV across platforms like YouTube, Facebook, and TikTok.
- Factor in view definition differences when comparing cross-platform.
Formula used
CPV = Total Ad Spend ÷ Total Video Views
Reverse: Estimated Views = Budget ÷ CPV
Reverse: Required Budget = CPV × Desired ViewsExample Calculation
Result: $0.02 CPV
With $3,000 spent on video ads and 150,000 qualified views, the CPV is $3,000 ÷ 150,000 = $0.02 per view. To achieve 500,000 views at this CPV, you would need a budget of $0.02 × 500,000 = $10,000.
Tips & Best Practices
- YouTube TrueView CPVs typically range from $0.01 to $0.30 depending on targeting and competition.
- Shorter ads (6–15 seconds) often have lower effective CPVs due to higher completion rates.
- Use custom audiences and remarketing lists to target viewers more likely to watch your full video.
- Test different video lengths and formats to find the sweet spot between engagement and cost.
- Monitor view-through rates alongside CPV to ensure quality views, not just cheap impressions.
- Bid adjustments by device, time, and audience can significantly impact your average CPV.
Understanding Cost Per View in Video Advertising
CPV is the industry-standard pricing model for video advertising campaigns where the goal is engaged viewership rather than just impressions. It ensures you only pay when a user demonstrates actual interest in your content by watching a meaningful portion of your video.
Platform-Specific CPV Definitions
Each platform defines a "view" differently. YouTube requires 30 seconds or interaction. Facebook counts 3 seconds as a view but also reports 10-second and ThruPlay (15-second) views. TikTok uses 6-second views. These differences make cross-platform CPV comparisons tricky without normalization.
Optimizing Video Ad CPV
The most effective way to lower CPV is improving your video creative. Strong openings that hook viewers in the first 3–5 seconds dramatically increase view rates. Also test audience targeting, ad placements, and scheduling to find combinations that deliver the best CPV.
CPV vs Other Video Metrics
While CPV measures cost efficiency, it should be evaluated alongside completion rate, click-through rate, and post-view conversion rate to get a complete picture of video campaign performance.
Sources & Methodology
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Frequently Asked Questions
The definition varies by platform. YouTube counts a view when someone watches 30 seconds (or the whole ad if shorter) or interacts with it. Facebook counts a view at just 3 seconds. TikTok uses 6 seconds. Always check the platform's definition when comparing CPVs.
YouTube CPVs typically range from $0.01 to $0.30. Social media video CPVs can be as low as $0.005 for broad targeting. A "good" CPV depends on your industry and targeting precision. B2B campaigns typically have higher CPVs than B2C due to narrower audiences.
CPV charges only when someone actually watches your video (meeting the view threshold), while CPM charges for every 1,000 impressions whether watched or not. CPV is better when engagement matters; CPM is better for pure brand awareness reach.
Create compelling opening hooks to keep viewers watching, target broader audiences to reduce competition, test multiple video creatives, use remarketing audiences that are already familiar with your brand, and avoid overly narrow targeting that drives up auction prices. Comparing your results against established benchmarks provides valuable context for evaluating whether your figures fall within the expected range.
Use CPV bidding when you want engaged viewers and only want to pay when someone actually watches. Use CPM bidding when reach and impressions matter more than engagement. CPV is better for consideration campaigns; CPM is better for awareness campaigns.
CPV and video completion rate (VCR) are closely linked. A high VCR means more users are watching your full video, which typically indicates relevant targeting and compelling content. Low VCR with high CPV means you're paying a premium for viewers who aren't engaging with your message.
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