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CPC

Cost per click: advertising spend divided by the counted clicks.

In everyday use

A$20 spent for 40 link clicks gives A$0.50 per link click.

What to keep in mind

The click definition and attribution scope affect comparisons.

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Further reading

Original explanation and example by Perspectism. Further reading may cover the wider subject, rather than this exact wording. Edition updated 7 October 2026.

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