General Terms

Earned Media

Earned media refers to publicity, exposure, or attention that a brand receives organically through word-of-mouth, social sharing, press coverage, reviews, and other channels not directly paid for or owned by the brand. It's considered particularly valuable due to its authenticity and credibility with audiences.

Definition

Earned media refers to publicity, exposure, or attention that a brand receives organically through word-of-mouth, social sharing, press coverage, reviews, and other channels not directly paid for or owned by the brand. It's considered particularly valuable due to its authenticity and credibility with audiences.

Examples

Customer reviews and testimonials shared on social media

Press coverage of a viral marketing campaign

Organic social media shares and mentions

Industry awards and recognition

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