Launch a Local Media Market
Fractals gives you the operating system for a local media business: stories, events, newsletters, business profiles, sponsorships, analytics, and AI-assisted publishing under your market's brand.
Final pricing depends on market size, source volume, content mix, and growth goals.
Market License
For operators who want the Fractals platform, AI content engine, and monetization tools for one exclusive local market.
- • Exclusive local market availability
- • Branded community site and local domain support
- • AI-assisted content workflows
- • Events, stories, polls, newsletters, and business profiles
- • Sponsorship and promotion revenue tools
- • Platform updates and basic support
Growth Plan
For new-market launches where subscriber growth matters from day one. Best fit for places like Brownwood, Lampasas, or similar local markets.
- • Everything in Market License
- • Subscriber growth strategy
- • Meta ads campaign setup and management
- • Audience targeting, creative direction, and campaign iteration
- • Weekly launch performance review
- • Recommended ad spend: $750-$1,500/month, paid separately
Network Partner
For media companies, agencies, chambers, or operators launching multiple markets or larger territories.
- • Multi-site licensing
- • Territory planning
- • Custom operating model
- • Revenue-share or enterprise structures
- • Advanced automation and integrations
- • Priority support
One-Time Launch Setup
Covers market setup, branding, site configuration, source setup, newsletter configuration, initial automations, and first-pass content calibration.
Larger or more complex markets may require a custom launch scope.
Audience Growth & Meta Ads
Meta ad spend is treated separately from the license fee because it goes directly toward building your local subscriber base.
- • Recommended launch spend: $750-$1,500/month
- • You can run ads yourself, or Fractals can manage them
- • Managed growth is included in Growth Plan pricing
What the License Covers
You are not buying a website. You are licensing a local media operating system.
Content Engine
AI-assisted stories, public-data explainers, event briefs, polls, and newsletter-ready local content.
Subscriber System
Email/SMS audience capture, newsletters, growth funnels, and local distribution infrastructure.
Revenue Channels
Business promotions, sponsored newsletters, featured events, local ads, and marketplace-style opportunities.
Market Support
Launch planning, source setup, campaign guidance, analytics, and platform improvements as the network grows.
Local Revenue You Can Turn On
Each market controls its own pricing for promotions, sponsorships, and local advertising.
Event Promotions
Organizer submits assets; your market publishes a professional story with featured placement.
Featured Events
Premium positioning on calendar and home feed for selected dates.
Sponsorships
Title sponsor placement with creative, links, and measurable distribution.
Business Promotions
Time-based campaigns featured on business pages, feeds, and newsletters.
Local Event Coverage
Optional photography, video, or recap coverage for local events and partners.
Memberships & Subscriptions
Premium memberships and business subscriptions can be layered in as the audience matures.
Pricing Questions
Why publish starting prices instead of a full quote?
Every market has different source volume, audience goals, content needs, and advertising economics. Starting prices help you plan; the demo locks in the right scope.
Is ad spend included?
No. Ad spend is paid separately because it goes directly to platforms like Meta to acquire local subscribers. Fractals can manage the campaign, or you can run it yourself.
Can I license more than one market?
Yes. Multi-market operators, media companies, and agencies can use custom territory pricing and support structures.
Want to know what your market would cost?
Tell us the city or county you want to launch, and we will walk through market availability, launch scope, audience growth, and revenue opportunities.
Book a Market Launch Demo