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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Vancouver, CanadaServices provided
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See all 29 projectsKeepers Digital is a distinguished agency specializing in Pay-Per-Click Advertising, particularly in Google Ads, delivering measurable improvements in online ad campaigns. The company receives high praise, with 100% of reviews noting their expertise and personalized service. Clients consistently highlight a significant boost in conversions, with some reporting a 100% increase in direct bookings and a 35% rise in conversions, reflecting their effective CPC management and paid search strategies.
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Bel Air, MDServices provided
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See all 81 projectsBlack Propeller is a digital advertising agency specializing in Pay-Per-Click (PPC) services, particularly Google Ads management. Overall, 75% of the reviews highlight their strong communication, timely delivery, and effective management of online ad campaigns. However, 25% of the feedback points to issues with project execution and client communication, indicating room for improvement in their service consistency.
$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, ILServices provided
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See all 30 projectsAccelerated Digital Media is a specialized digital advertising agency focusing on PPC, Paid Search, and Google Ads management. Reviews highlight their strong project management, timely delivery, and tailored strategies, with over 90% of feedback emphasizing their expertise and responsiveness. Clients appreciate their ability to reduce customer acquisition costs and increase marketing efficiency, reflecting their commitment to client success.
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$1,000+UndisclosedFreelancerEdinburgh, Scotland
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NeuralCandy is a small Edinburgh, Scotland-based e-commerce development firm. The team focuses on E-Commerce Development and Conversion Optimization.
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Established in 2011, Deepak Pandey Digital, a small PPC agency, is located in Delhi, India. Their team provides Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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Proficient Logo Designs is a branding firm. They were founded in 2010, and their services include Branding and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancerCape Town, South Africa
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APX Digital - Digital Agency, an Advertising company, offer Advertising and Marketing Strategy. They were launched in 2012.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerVenezia, Italy
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Established in 2022, VLARE - Creative Studio is a social media marketing company. Their team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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Poonjan offers digital marketing services, including SEO, PPC, web design, and content marketing. Reviews highlight their expertise in PPC, demonstrating a strong ability to drive revenue growth and improve online visibility through strategic, data-driven solutions. Clients appreciate their professionalism, customer-centric focus, and cost-effective results, making Poonjan a highly recommended partner for enhancing digital marketing efforts.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Ahmedabad, India
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TechX Solutions is a SEO company. Based in Ahmedabad, India, the agency was founded in 2022. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Gainesville, GA
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GO Digtl is a Digital Strategy company. They are headquartered in Gainesville, Georgia and have small team of experts. Their services include Digital Strategy and Marketing Strategy.
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Social media marketing firm ADScraze was founded in 2024. The small team provides Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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Real Results Agency (RRA) is an Email Marketing company based in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Their services include Email Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India
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See all 3 projectsTech Old Hand offers services in website development, logo design, social media management, and SEO. Reviews consistently highlight the company’s professionalism, timely delivery, and effective communication. Clients commend their ability to integrate design and functionality seamlessly, though some suggest more frequent updates during projects. Overall, Tech Old Hand is noted for providing good value for cost and achieving measurable results.
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Established in 2025, OKtraffic online, a small Digital Strategy company, is headquartered in Vaasa, Finland. Their team offers Digital Strategy and Pay Per Click.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49
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See all 1 projectsOfficial Web Solution specializes in creating websites and enhancing online presence, as demonstrated by their work with a pet supply business. The reviews highlight their outstanding performance, offering good value for cost and effective project management. Clients appreciate their impressive working style, emphasizing their soft approach and virtual communication, making them a preferred choice for future collaborations.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Dhaka, Bangladesh
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W3 Soft Net is a SEO services firm. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click and is in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
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Savvy Ray Technologies is a Greensboro, North Carolina-based social media marketing agency. They focus on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and were established in 2023.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Ahmedabad, India
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Accetrix Digital Solutions, an Advertising company, is located in Ahmedabad, India. The team specializes in Advertising and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Auckland, New Zealand
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Conversion Marketing is a small Market Research company founded in 2012. Their services include Market Research and Marketing Strategy.
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Branding agency 1Milk2Sugars specializes in Branding and Marketing Strategy. They were launched in 2012.
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See all 1 projectsTechnical Yatra specializes in designing and developing websites, offering comprehensive services with a focus on PHP-based solutions and easy-to-manage admin panels. Reviews consistently praise the company for its exceptional professionalism, timely communication, and the personal involvement of the CEO, resulting in increased traffic and leads post-launch.
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See all 1 projectsNetboost specializes in website design, offering services that significantly enhance client engagement and customer acquisition. The reviews highlight their professionalism, expertise, and remarkable ability to understand and meet client needs. Customers commend Netboost for delivering efficient, seamless service, with swift project completion times and outstanding results.
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See all 1 projectsNexlio specializes in creating e-commerce websites, offering services that include design and development with a focus on current trends and client needs. Reviews highlight their professional approach, timely communication, and value for cost. Clients appreciate their commitment to client care and ability to deliver straightforward, stylish designs within budget constraints.
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See all 1 projectsLiyomax Business is a leading digital agency with over 15 years of experience in empowering startups, small businesses, and entrepreneurs with powerful digital solutions. From fast, mobile-friendly
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Keen internet marketing is a Marketing Strategy company. The firm is headquartered in Idaho Falls, Idaho. Their team offers Marketing Strategy and Web Design.
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Heather Wood is a Spokane, Washington-based graphic design company. They provide Graphic Design and Web Design.
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Marketing By Kevin is a SEO services firm. In Homewood, Illinois, the team offers Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hrFreelancerOttawa, Canada
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Social media marketing firm Peller Media is based in Ottawa, Canada and Canada. Established in 2019, the team offers Social Media Marketing and Mobile App Development.
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Located in San Jose, California, WSI Smart Web Marketing is a small Email Marketing company. Their services include Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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WSI eBiz Solutions is a branding firm established in 2004. The firm specializes in Branding and Public Relations, and is small.
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Small branding agency Stokhaus Media, is located in Medford, Wisconsin. Their services include Branding and Corporate Photography.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Alexandria, VA
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Advertising company Top Floor Marketing is in Alexandria, Virginia. They offer Advertising and Pay Per Click and were established in 2013.
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Web design company Igor Gutemberg is based in Brasília, Brazil. They offer Web Design and UX/UI Design.
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Bricks & Clicks Marketing is a web design agency. They are in Dunedin, Florida and have small team. Their team provides Web Design and Content Marketing.
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Filipe Souza is a small Content Marketing company founded in 2000. Their team offers Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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Fenixo Studio is a web design agency. Established in 2008, the team provides Web Design and Web Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancerPrayagraj, India
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Based in Prayagraj, India, RojoShip Digital Marketing Agency is a small Digital Strategy company. The team offers Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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Digital Strategy company OwnerOwner Mason Digital Marketing was established in 2013. The team focuses on Digital Strategy and Business Consulting.
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ZestGeek Solutions is a social media marketing firm. The company is headquartered in Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+UndisclosedFreelancerKaliakair, Bangladesh
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Ultraavirtual, a social media marketing agency, is located in Kaliakair, Bangladesh. They offer Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing and were launched in 2022.
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Hotel Hungaria is a midsize video production company headquartered in Herent, Belgium. Their services include Video Production and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Campbell, CA
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Creative Logo Agency is a Logo company. The firm is located in Campbell, California. Their team provides Logo and Social Media Marketing.
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Established in 2021, Jennifer Martin Coaching, a small Marketing Strategy company, is based in Houston, Texas. Their team provides Marketing Strategy and Event Marketing.
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Combined Concepts Media, a small web design company, is based in Albany, New York. Their services include Web Design and Digital Strategy.
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Investors Stock Daily, Inc. Is a Content Marketing company. The Rochester, New York-based firm was founded in 2000. Their services include Content Marketing and Advertising.
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Promote Your Website, a social media marketing firm, is headquartered in Mansfield, Texas. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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In Peshawar, Pakistan, Smartline is a small social media marketing company. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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Launched in 1996, Didit.com is a Content Marketing company. The team offers Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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Based in Kutno, Poland, arekpsurski.pl is a PPC company. They provide Pay Per Click and UX/UI Design.
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4 Colors Design is a branding firm. They specialize in Branding and Social Media Marketing and are in Pattaya City, Thailand.
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Bluechip Digital is a midsize Content Marketing company established in 2012. Their services include Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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Small web design company KS Marketing Studio, is headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas. Their services include Web Design and Branding.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Arlington Heights, IL
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Paramus, NJ
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Woodmere, NY
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Bel Air, MD
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Pleasant Grove, UT
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Costa Mesa, CA
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Hoffman Estates, IL
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Tempe, AZ
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Kyiv, Ukraine
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$10,000+Undisclosed250 - 999New York, NY
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999Copley, OH
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Fort Wayne, IN
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Huntington, NY
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Odesa, Ukraine
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Colorado Springs, CO
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Calgary, Canada
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249München, Germany
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249T'bilisi, Georgia
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Sandy, UT
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Kyiv, Ukraine
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Pearland, TX
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Diego, CA
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Columbus, OH
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Panevėžys, Lithuania
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Google Ads PPC agencies offer a range of services aimed at helping clients achieve their unique objectives, from comprehensive PPC planning and execution to specialized keyword curation. Most full-service providers deliver the following:
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Pricing varies widely depending on several key factors, including the scope of the project, industry, and the number of competitors. Based on reviews gathered by Clutch, costs can be distinguished in two categories – agency fees and ad spend.
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A Google Ads PPC agency plans, builds, and manages paid-search campaigns on Google’s ad network. The team researches keywords, writes ad copy, sets up bidding strategies, and continually optimizes campaigns to maximize conversions while controlling cost per click (CPC). In many cases, the agency also aligns landing-page design and analytics tracking so every click can be traced to revenue.
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Failure to identify or deliberately ignoring warning signs when partnering with a Google Ads PPC company can do you more harm than good. Here are the red flags you need to be cautious of:
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- Lacks negative-keyword management (a quick way to waste budget)
- Offers prices far below market rate without explaining how quality is maintained
- How will you customize bidding strategies for my industry?
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- What tools or AI platforms do you use for optimization?
- Do I retain ownership of the Google Ads account and historical data?
- How frequently will we review performance and adjust budget?
Agencies bring platform certifications, cross-account data, and seasoned specialists who can scale testing faster than most in-house teams. They also offset the overhead cost of hiring, training, and retaining multiple paid-search experts.