What is click-through rate (CTR)?

The share of people who saw a post or ad and clicked its link.

CTR is clicks divided by impressions or views. In ads and link posts, it shows how compelling your message is.

A low CTR usually means the visual, headline or call to action isn't clear enough.

Updated: October 12, 2026 · All terms

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