Fresh News
The most widely read Khmer-language breaking news portal and mobile application in Cambodia.
Fresh News at a glance
Fresh News is a news & media website and one of the most visited sites in Cambodia, currently ranked #2 in the country. It was founded in 2012 by Lim Chea Vutha and is headquartered in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. Today Fresh News is owned by Fresh News Media. Our estimates put its audience at ≈ 6.5 million visits per month. The business earns money mainly through digital advertising, sponsored content. Its closest rivals include khmertimeskh.com, kohsantepheapdaily.com.kh.
Traffic statistics
Traffic history
| Period | Visits | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | ≈ 6.1 million / month | +2% |
| Q2 | ≈ 6.3 million / month | +3% |
| Q3 | ≈ 6.5 million / month | +3% |
| Q4 | ≈ 6.9 million / month | +6% |
Traffic sources
- Direct37%
- Organic search34%
- Social18%
- News aggregators8%
- Email3%
Audience & demographics
- Men55%
- Women45%
- Age 35-4426%
- Age 45-5423%
- Age 25-3422%
The audience is concentrated in Cambodia, skewing urban and mobile, with usage peaks in the evening hours.
Geographic reach
- Cambodia86%
Home market
- Diaspora and neighbouring markets7%
- Europe3%
- North America2%
- Rest of world2%
SEO profile
- Estimated organic traffic
- ≈ 1.9 million visits / month
- Branded share of search
- High — brand terms lead the keyword profile
- Indexed pages
- Large — category, listing or article level
- Primary search market
- Cambodia
Top organic keywords
| Keyword | Position | Volume | Traffic share |
|---|---|---|---|
| fresh news | 1 | Very high | Dominant |
| breaking news | Top 10 | High | — |
| today's headlines | Top 10 | High | — |
| live coverage | Top 10 | High | — |
Backlink profile
- Referring domains
- Tens of thousands
- Link profile
- News coverage, directories, blogs and partner sites
- Authority
- High within the Cambodia web
Top referral sources
- News and media31%
- Directories and aggregators24%
- Blogs and forums20%
- Partner sites14%
- Other11%
Technology stack
Website technologies
Advertising & analytics technologies
Stack details are inferred from public front-end signals and engineering communications; internal systems may differ.
Mobile app statistics
Available in the local store
Available in the local store
- App share of traffic
- ≈ 79% mobile
- Position in country
- Among the leading news & media apps in Cambodia
Company information
- Website
- freshnewsasia.com
- Sector
- News & Media
- Owner
- Fresh News Media
- Owner type
- Private company
- Founders
- Lim Chea Vutha
- Founded
- 2012
- Headquarters
- Phnom Penh, Cambodia
- Employees
- 150+
- Ownership
- Fresh News Media controls the platform. Ownership details are based on public filings and press reporting.
- Revenue
- Undisclosed
- Languages
- Khmer, English, Chinese
- Top traffic sources
- direct, organic search, social
Financials
- Revenue
- Undisclosed
- Ownership
- Private company
- Reporting
- Figures based on public filings, press reports and market estimates
Business model & revenue
Fresh News operates a news and media publisher focused on Cambodia. The most widely read Khmer-language breaking news portal and mobile application in Cambodia. Revenue comes mainly from digital advertising, supported by the other lines listed below.
- Digital Advertising
- Sponsored Content
Products & services
International presence
- Primary market
- Cambodia
- Expansion
- Regional and diaspora audiences beyond the home market
Employee statistics
Customer statistics
Website rankings
- Country rank (Cambodia)
- #2 in this index
- Sector rank
- Leading news & media site in Cambodia
- Global rank
- 12000
Main competitors
Website comparisons
| Website | Monthly visits | Rank | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| khmertimeskh.com | ≈ 3.9 million / month | #3 class competitor | — |
| kohsantepheapdaily.com.kh | ≈ 2.9 million / month | #4 class competitor | — |
What is Fresh News?
Fresh News (freshnewsasia.com) is a news and media publisher serving users in Cambodia. The most widely read Khmer-language breaking news portal and mobile application in Cambodia. It ranks #2 among the most visited websites in the country in this index, within the news & media category.
Who owns Fresh News?
The site is operated by Fresh News Media, founded by Lim Chea Vutha. The company was established in 2012 and is headquartered in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. It employs around 150+.
Traffic and audience
Traffic estimates place Fresh News at roughly 6.5 million visits per month, about 0.2 million per day. Around 79% mobile of sessions come from mobile devices, and visitors view about 3.1 pages per visit with an average session of 3 min.
How Fresh News makes money
Revenue comes primarily from digital advertising, alongside sponsored content.
Competitors in Cambodia
Its closest rivals include khmertimeskh.com, kohsantepheapdaily.com.kh.
Data and accuracy
Company facts are drawn from public sources. Traffic, revenue and audience figures are third-party estimates or sector benchmarks, marked with ≈ where modelled, and are reviewed periodically.
Company history & milestones
- 2012
Fresh News is founded in Phnom Penh, Cambodia.
- Growth phase
Expands its news & media offering and moves to a mobile-first product.
- Today
Ranks #2 among the most visited websites in Cambodia.
User reviews & ratings
| Source | Score | Reviews | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google Play | ≈ 4.3 / 5 | — | Ratings from the local store listing |
| App Store | ≈ 4.5 / 5 | — | Ratings from the local store listing |
| Consumer review platforms | Mixed | — | Service and support are common themes |
App store ratings are solid, while consumer review platforms show the usual friction around support and service quality.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Broad daily news coverage with national reach
- Fast breaking-news publishing
- Free access to most articles
- Strong presence in search and social
Cons
- Heavy advertising load on article pages
- Editorial line criticised by parts of the audience
- Clickbait headlines on high-traffic sections
- Paywall limits on premium content
Key statistics
Frequently asked questions
Who owns Fresh News?
Fresh News is operated by Fresh News Media. Private company structure, based on public filings and press reporting.
Where is Fresh News headquartered?
Fresh News is headquartered in Phnom Penh, Cambodia.
When was Fresh News founded?
Fresh News was founded in 2012 by Lim Chea Vutha.
How many employees does Fresh News have?
Fresh News employs approximately 150+ people.
What is Fresh News's revenue?
Fresh News's revenue: Undisclosed.
Who are Fresh News's competitors?
Main competitors in Cambodia include khmertimeskh.com, kohsantepheapdaily.com.kh.
How does Fresh News make money?
Mainly digital advertising, sponsored content.
Is Fresh News publicly traded?
No — Fresh News is not listed as an independent public company; it is operated by Fresh News Media.
How many visitors does Fresh News get?
Third-party estimates place Fresh News at roughly 6.5 million visits per month, mostly from Cambodia, with 79% mobile traffic.
Is Fresh News safe?
Fresh News is an established news & media site founded in 2012 and ranked #2 in Cambodia; use the official domain freshnewsasia.com and HTTPS.
Popular searches
Data sources & confidence
- Company website and public announcementsfreshnewsasia.com
- Third-party traffic estimation providersSimilarweb-class estimates
Visit figures are modelled, not measured
- App store listingsApple App Store, Google Play
- Press and market coverageCambodia and international business media
- Data confidence
- Medium for company facts, medium-low for traffic and financial estimates. All modelled figures are rounded and marked with ≈.
- Last updated
- September 2026
Traffic, revenue and audience figures are third-party estimates or derived from sector benchmarks, and are reviewed periodically.
Social media profiles & statistics
Official brand account
Announcements and support
Community and campaigns
Company and hiring updates
Brand and product videos