Digital Publishing Market Size and Competitive Analysis by 2031

Historic Data: 2021-2022   |   Base Year: 2023   |   Forecast Period: 2024-2031

Digital Publishing Market Size and Forecast (2021 - 2031), Global and Regional Share, Trend, and Growth Opportunity Analysis Report Coverage: By Content Type (Text, Video, and Audio), End User (Individual and Enterprises), and Geography

  • Report Date : Aug 2025
  • Report Code : TIPRE00020441
  • Category : Technology, Media and Telecommunications
  • Status : Data Released
  • Available Report Formats : pdf-format excel-format
  • No. of Pages : 150

The digital publishing market size is projected to reach US$ 45.76 billion by 2031 from US$ 27.86 billion in 2023. The market is expected to register a CAGR of 6.4% during 2023–2031. Strategic collaborations and partnerships are likely to remain a key trend in the market.

Digital Publishing Market Analysis

Digital publishing is quickly replacing the traditional print publishing method. Moreover, the COVID-19 pandemic has also fueled the increase in digital media along with other factors promoting the growth of digital publishing. The publishers are quickly increasing distribution and expanding their current revenue streams by choosing digital publishing. In addition to the factors above, there are several new digital publishing features expected to impact the growth of digital publishing in the next 6-7 years. For example, the documentation and simplicity of implementing the product, as well as the performance and user experience that are quick and simple to access, drive the need for original content or user-generated content for retaining users, monetizing content, and integrating e-commerce.

Digital Publishing Market Overview

Digital publishing, known as electronic or online publishing, involves disseminating various online content like journals, magazines, newspapers, and eBooks. By going through this process, any business or publishing entity can convert paper documents and data into digital format, which can be accessed online, downloaded, edited, and printed or shared at the discretion of users.

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Digital Publishing Market: Strategic Insights

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Digital Publishing Market Drivers and Opportunities

Growing Adoption of eBooks Among Schools and Universities to Favor Market

eBooks support educational institutions in achieving three main strategic goals: enhancing the student experience and academic achievements in a more competitive setting, fostering innovation in teaching, learning, and research, and aiding in the optimal utilization of space and personnel resources. For universities and their libraries, a longstanding issue has been guaranteeing the timely availability of important books, with the primary complaint in student surveys often being the inadequate number of copies. Students can easily access eBooks at any time and from any location, making it a convenient option that aligns with their expectations in a more efficient way.

Furthermore, the increasing advancement in education, training, and exploration is impacting the global uptake of digital publishing. For example, the University of Leicester provides the MSc in Security, Conflict, and International Development through online learning. The Department of Criminology offers a program tailored for individuals in or aspiring to be in the international development sector. Students in this program can work in military settings, remote regions, or as peacekeepers, away from a typical classroom setting. Each student receives an iPad containing course materials, eBooks, and a course app for access. Students can access and read these eBooks even when their workplace lacks a reliable internet connection, which may often be unavailable or unreliable. The increasing use of eBooks in educational institutions is driving the expansion of the worldwide digital publishing industry.

Rising Demand for Subscription-Based Models

The changing online environment requires flexibility, prompting publishers to diversify their income sources. They are looking into new ways to ensure financial stability, expanding beyond the usual advertising and subscription models. This new strategy is seen in different ways: through sponsored content partnerships, where brands work together on relevant content, or affiliate marketing, where publishers make money by marketing products or services and earning commissions. Organizing events or creating online courses provide direct ways to interact with readers. It creates a more profound bond and the possibility of more income. Publishers are reassessing their current methods, aiming to customize and meet the needs of individual users. Micropayments, which are becoming increasingly popular, enable readers to pay a small fee for individual articles rather than committing to full subscription services, providing more flexibility and meeting varying consumption habits.

Digital Publishing Market Report Segmentation Analysis

Key segments that contributed to the derivation of the digital publishing market analysis are content type and end user.

  • Based on content type, the market is segmented into text, video, and audio. The video segment held a significant market share in 2023.
  • In terms of end user, the market is bifurcated into individuals and enterprises. The individual segment held a substantial share of the market in 2023.

Digital Publishing Market Share Analysis by Geography

The geographic scope of the digital publishing market report is mainly divided into five regions: North America, Asia Pacific, Europe, Middle East & Africa, and South & Central America.

It is anticipated that North America will hold significant digital publishing market share in 2023. The anticipated increase in demand for the digital publishing market in this region is driven by the growing need for improved digital publications. Major market leaders such as Adobe Inc., Apple Inc., Amazon.com Inc., Alphabet Inc., and others are engaging in partnerships, acquisitions, and the development of new products and enhancements, which is driving market growth in the region. An example is when Comcast Inc. unveiled a new solution in March 2021 to connect with centralized advertising campaign management for television.

Digital Publishing Market Regional Insights

The regional trends and factors influencing the Digital Publishing Market throughout the forecast period have been thoroughly explained by the analysts at Insight Partners. This section also discusses Digital Publishing Market segments and geography across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa, and South and Central America.

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Digital Publishing Market Report Scope

Report Attribute Details
Market size in 2023 US$ 27.86 Billion
Market Size by 2031 US$ 45.76 Billion
Global CAGR (2023 - 2031) 6.4%
Historical Data 2021-2022
Forecast period 2024-2031
Segments Covered By Content Type
  • Text
  • Video
  • Audio
By End User
  • Individual
  • Enterprises
Regions and Countries Covered North America
  • US
  • Canada
  • Mexico
Europe
  • UK
  • Germany
  • France
  • Russia
  • Italy
  • Rest of Europe
Asia-Pacific
  • China
  • India
  • Japan
  • Australia
  • Rest of Asia-Pacific
South and Central America
  • Brazil
  • Argentina
  • Rest of South and Central America
Middle East and Africa
  • South Africa
  • Saudi Arabia
  • UAE
  • Rest of Middle East and Africa
Market leaders and key company profiles
  • HurixDigital
  • Vijua
  • VitalSource Technologies
  • Excelsoft Technologies
  • Impelsys Inc.
  • Issuu
  • Lulu Press, Inc.
  • Kortext
  • Magic EdTech
  • RedShelf

  • Digital Publishing Market Players Density: Understanding Its Impact on Business Dynamics

    The Digital Publishing Market is growing rapidly, driven by increasing end-user demand due to factors such as evolving consumer preferences, technological advancements, and greater awareness of the product's benefits. As demand rises, businesses are expanding their offerings, innovating to meet consumer needs, and capitalizing on emerging trends, which further fuels market growth.

    Market players density refers to the distribution of firms or companies operating within a particular market or industry. It indicates how many competitors (market players) are present in a given market space relative to its size or total market value.

    Major Companies operating in the Digital Publishing Market are:

    1. HurixDigital
    2. Vijua
    3. VitalSource Technologies
    4. Excelsoft Technologies
    5. Impelsys Inc.
    6. Issuu

    Disclaimer: The companies listed above are not ranked in any particular order.


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    Digital Publishing Market News and Recent Developments

    The digital publishing market is evaluated by gathering qualitative and quantitative data post primary and secondary research, which includes important corporate publications, association data, and databases. A few of the developments in the digital publishing market are listed below:

    • FlipHTML5 introduces its innovative AI ebook creator, revolutionizing the digital publishing industry. This advanced tool streamlines ebook creation, enabling users to produce professional, interactive ebooks smoothly.

    (Source: PR UNDERGROUND, Press Release, June 2024)

    • In a bold move to further empower digital publishers and creators, Ezoic has just launched its highly anticipated Enterprise program. Explicitly designed for enterprise-scale creators, this comprehensive suite of services and features represents a significant expansion of Ezoic's offerings, providing tailored solutions to meet the unique needs of large-scale digital publishers and video creators.

    (Source: Ezoic, Company Website, March 2023)

    Digital Publishing Market Report Coverage and Deliverables

    The “Digital Publishing Market Size and Forecast (2021–2031)” report provides a detailed analysis of the market covering below areas:

    • Digital publishing market size and forecast at global, regional, and country levels for all the key market segments covered under the scope
    • Digital publishing market trends as well as market dynamics such as drivers, restraints, and key opportunities
    • Detailed PEST/Porter’s Five Forces and SWOT analysis
    • Digital publishing market analysis covering key market trends, global and regional framework, major players, regulations, and recent market developments
    • Industry landscape and competition analysis covering market concentration, heat map analysis, prominent players, and recent developments for the digital publishing market
    • Detailed company profiles

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the expected CAGR of the digital publishing market?

    The market is anticipated to record a CAGR of 6.4% during 2023–2031.

    What would be the estimated value of the digital publishing market by 2031?

    The market is expected to reach a value of US$ 45.76 billion by 2031.

    Which are the leading players operating in the digital publishing market?

    HurixDigital, Vijua, VitalSource Technologies, Excelsoft Technologies, Impelsys Inc., Issuu, Lulu Press, Inc., Kortext, Magic EdTech, and RedShelf are major players in the market.

    What are the future trends of the digital publishing market?

    Strategic collaborations and partnerships a key trend in the market.

    What are the driving factors impacting the digital publishing market?

    Growing adoption of ebooks among schools & universities and the impact of digital generation are driving the market.

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