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CPA Calculator

Solve cost-per-acquisition arithmetic using the acquisition or conversion definition you choose.

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Enter values and select Calculate.

Cost-per-acquisition formulas

CPA = attributed cost ÷ acquisitions. Reverse modes use cost = CPA × acquisitions and acquisitions = cost ÷ CPA.

Worked example

$10,000 divided by 250 acquisitions gives a $40 CPA.

Define the denominator

An acquisition may mean a customer, lead, or conversion depending on your organization. The result does not establish profitability, lifetime value, attribution quality, or campaign recommendations.

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