| Channel | Typical CPM | Typical CPC | Reach Potential | Best Use Case for Startups |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEO | $7 | $5 | Global, long‑term organic traffic | Building sustainable brand visibility |
| $10 | $6 | Niche communities, high engagement | Engaging tech‑savvy audiences | |
| $8 | $5 | Real‑time audience, viral potential | Announcing launches & thought leadership | |
| Targeted Ads (e.g., HackerNoon) | $7 | $5 | 4 million monthly readers on tech sites | Driving qualified clicks to product pages |
| Evergreen Articles | $5 | $4 | Ongoing search traffic over years | Establishing authority and lead generation |
