
A metric used in digital advertising to measure the cost of each desired action that is taken by a user after clicking on an ad. An action could be a purchase, a form submission, a sign-up, or any other conversion the advertiser has identified as a campaign goal.
Similar to ECPC, ECPA considers not only the cost per click but also the campaign’s effectiveness in driving desired actions. It is calculated by dividing the campaign’s total cost by the total number of desired actions it generates.
ECPA is an important metric for marketers because it helps them understand the true cost of acquiring desired actions through their ad campaigns. By monitoring and optimizing their ECPA, marketers can improve campaign performance and ensure they meet their business goals effectively.