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Digital Marketing vs Traditional Marketing

Digital MarketingTraditional Marketing
Uses online platforms (internet)Uses offline methods
Examples: SEO, social media, Google Ads, emailExamples: TV, radio, newspapers, banners
Cost-effectiveMore expensive
Targets specific audiencesReaches general audience
Results are measurableResults are hard to measure
Two-way communicationOne-way communication
Can be changed anytimeChanges are difficult once published
Global reachMostly local reach

Importance of Digital Marketing

Reaches more people (global audience)

Low cost and budget-friendly

Targets the right audience

Results are measurable

Fast changes and real-time updates

Better customer interaction

Importance of Traditional Marketing

Builds local trust and brand presence

Reaches people without internet

Useful for mass awareness

Strong impact in rural or local areas

Long-lasting visibility (newspapers, hoarding

Digital Marketing

Advantages ✅

  1. Low cost compared to traditional marketing
  2. Global and local reach
  3. Targeted audience (age, location, interest)
  4. Results are measurable (clicks, leads, sales)
  5. Two-way communication with customers
  6. Campaigns can be changed anytime

Disadvantages ❌

  1. Requires internet connection
  2. High online competition
  3. Needs technical skills and knowledge
  4. Data privacy and security risks
  5. Time-consuming to build trust

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Traditional Marketing

Advantages ✅

Strong local reach

Builds trust easily

Good for mass awareness

Reaches people without internet

Long-lasting impact (newspapers, banners)

Disadvantages ❌

Very expensive

Results are hard to measure

No specific audience targeting

One-way communication

Difficult to change once published

Types of Digital Marketing and Traditional Marketing

Types of Digital Marketing

Search Engine Optimization (SEO)

Social Media Marketing (SMM)

Content Marketing

Email Marketing

Pay-Per-Click Advertising (PPC)

Affiliate Marketing

Influencer Marketing

Video Marketing

Mobile Marketing

Online PR

Types of Traditional Marketing

Newspaper Advertising

Television Advertising

Radio Advertising

Magazines

Hoardings & Billboards

Pamphlets & Flyers

Direct Mail

Event Sponsorship

Word of Mouth Marketing

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