# Reach Calculator

> Reach: Reach = impressions ÷ average frequency. Methodology stated, your own inputs only.

Page: https://freecalculator.tech/tools/reach-calculator
Last reviewed: 2026-10-15

## Formula

Reach = impressions ÷ average frequency.

- Methodology: IAB relationship impressions = reach × frequency, rearranged.
- Platforms measure reach directly with de-duplication; use theirs if available.
- Cross-platform reach cannot be summed without overlap data.
- Reach = impressions ÷ average frequency.
- Inputs used: Impressions, Average frequency (impressions per person).

## Inputs

- Impressions
- Average frequency (impressions per person)

## Worked example: A social campaign

900,000 impressions at frequency 3.
1. 900,000 ÷ 3 = 300,000 people.

## Common questions

### Can I add reach across platforms?

No — the same person may be on both. You'd double-count.

### Reach vs impressions?

Reach is unique people; impressions count every showing. Check the formula, example, and limitations on this page before using the result for a real marketing decision.

### What is a good value?

It depends on channel, audience and industry. We don't assume a benchmark — compare against your own campaigns.

### How do I use the Reach Calculator?

Enter the required values for Impressions, Average frequency (impressions per person). The calculator applies the formula on this page and shows the main result with any supporting breakdown so you can check the arithmetic.

### What formula does the Reach Calculator use?

Reach = impressions ÷ average frequency. The visible formula section above lists the calculation path and the edge cases the page handles, so the result can be checked without relying on the form alone.

### Can the Reach Calculator be used for exact decisions?

Use it as a calculation aid, not as a substitute for checking the underlying rule, contract, policy, or professional advice that applies to your situation. When a result depends on local rules, personal details, prices, or dates, enter those values yourself and confirm them before acting.

## Limitations and assumptions

- Average-based estimate.
- No cross-platform de-duplication.
- Results are educational estimates built only from the figures you enter. They are not personalised investment, tax, legal or accounting advice. Rates, growth and discount assumptions are always yours to choose.
- The result depends on the values you enter for this reach calculator; it does not supply missing rates, rules, prices, dates, or assumptions for you.

## Sources

- IAB — https://www.iab.com/insights/glossary-of-terminology/

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