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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Paramus, NJServices provided
50% Search Engine Optimization30% Pay Per Click10% Advertising +1 service10% Social Media MarketingSee all 357 projectsSmartSites is a distinguished SEO and digital marketing agency that specializes in enhancing online visibility and improving website rankings through comprehensive search optimization strategies. The majority of their reviews—approximately 95%—highlight their expertise in SEO services, digital visibility enhancement, and project management, praising their timely communication and significant improvements in website traffic and SERP optimization. Clients consistently commend SmartSites for their professionalism and responsiveness, with particular acclaim for their ability to deliver results-driven SEO and search engine marketing services.
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SmartSites has received positive feedback regarding its creative capabilities across multiple projects. Clients have highlighted the company's innovative approach to content creation and social media management, noting significant growth in engagement and brand presence. One client specifically praised SmartSites for their ability to combine creative execution with strategic thinking, while another emphasized the exceptional creativity and attention to detail demonstrated by their project manager. Overall, the sentiment reflects strong appreciation for SmartSites' creativity and adaptability in meeting client needs.-
SEO Services for Mental Health Clinic
5.0 Aug 28, 2024SmartSites accommodate my requests, especially if I have a different idea or vision, very detailed and organized, coming up with content on their own.
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Lead Generation & Advertising Campaign Dev for Demolition Co
5.0 Jul 17, 2024What impresses me most about SmartSites is their innovative approach to online advertising, seamlessly integrating data-driven strategies with creative design to maximize client engagement. SmartSites' personalized customer service and proven track record of delivering tangible results make them stand out.
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SEO, PPC & SMM for Trader Gallery
5.0 Nov 7, 2024SmartSites has increased our ROI from 1–2 times to 4–5 times in just a short period of time. My SEO traffic is up 50%, and my leads have increased by 100–200%. Their creativity, strong grasp of what I do, and ability to expand on it have been exceptional. I don’t believe I’ve ever worked with someone with better ideas and expertise in their field.
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SEO for Barber Beauty School
5.0 Mar 12, 2025I have the pleasure of working with Kristin Goins at SmartSites, and I cannot recommend her highly enough. As the Project Manager and Web Design Team Lead, Kristin consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership, creativity, and dedication to delivering outstanding results. From the outset, Kristin took the time to understand our vision and goals, ensuring that every aspect of our project was aligned with our objectives. Her ability to translate our concepts into actionable plans was impressive, and she kept the team focused and motivated throughout the process.
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SEO & Social Media Marketing for Waste Transportation Co
4.0 May 29, 2025What impresses us most about SmartSites is their ability to combine creative execution with strategic thinking. They don’t just produce content—they take the time to understand our brand, goals, and audience, and tailor their approach accordingly. Kymber, in particular, has been a standout—her creativity, consistency, and professionalism in managing our social media has truly elevated our brand presence.
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120 of 136 Search Engine Optimization reviews are 5 stars5 new reviews for Search Engine Optimization in past 6 months$50,000 – $199,999 avg. project costRead 136 ReviewsSearch Engine Optimization PROJECT HIGHLIGHT
SEO & Web Dev for Hospitality & Architectural Design Firm
5.0 — SmartSites provides SEO and web development services for a hospitality and architectural design firm. The team is also responsible for competitor research, keyword strategy, and technical auditing. Read moreWas this helpful?
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SmartSites has demonstrated expertise across multiple industries, including Insurance, Arts & Entertainment, Manufacturing, Financial Services, and eCommerce. Clients praised their effective PPC management, SEO strategies, and responsive communication, leading to measurable outcomes like increased traffic and conversion rates. Overall sentiment is highly positive, highlighting their professionalism and ability to adapt to client needs. Industries such as Hospitality, Automotive, and Retail also benefit from their services, making SmartSites a versatile choice for businesses seeking digital marketing solutions.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Victoria, Canada
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40% Search Engine Optimization30% Pay Per Click15% Content Marketing +1 service15% Social Media MarketingFirst Dentist Marketing Inc, a SEO services firm, was established in 2007. In Victoria, Canada, the team offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Chennai, India
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60% Search Engine Optimization30% Advertising10% Pay Per ClickSEOFreelancer Chennai is a SEO company established in 2012. The small team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Advertising.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Ahmedabad, India
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35% Search Engine Optimization35% Pay Per Click30% Web DevelopmentRank My Location is a SEO company. Based in Ahmedabad, India, the firm offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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50% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click20% Web Development +1 service10% Web DesignBuizFinance Marketing Agency is a Chicago, Illinois-based SEO agency. They specialize in Search Engine Optimization and Web Development.
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40% Search Engine Optimization30% Mobile & App Marketing30% Pay Per ClickSEO company Heracle.io was launched in 2024. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Mobile & App Marketing and is based in Yerevan, Armenia.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Sofia, Bulgaria
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60% Search Engine Optimization10% Content Marketing10% Ecommerce Marketing +2 services10% Pay Per Click10% Performance MarketingZ-Consult is a SEO services firm. In Sofia, Bulgaria, their team offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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60% Search Engine Optimization20% Generative AI10% Pay Per Click +2 services5% Conversion Optimization5% Ecommerce MarketingSEO services firm SAMOSEO was established in 2017. The firm specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Generative AI.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Ahmedabad, India
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40% Search Engine Optimization30% Pay Per Click20% Social Media Marketing +1 service10% Web DesignDigi Growth Lab, a SEO company, was established in 2025. The team offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click and is headquartered in Ahmedabad, India.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49East Brunswick, NJ
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50% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click10% Content Marketing +2 services10% Digital Strategy10% Generative AIArch3r Ai Marketing and Media is a SEO company headquartered in East Brunswick, New Jersey. They focus on Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click and were founded in 2023.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Vila Rosalia, Brazil
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60% Search Engine Optimization10% Pay Per Click10% Social Media Marketing +2 services10% UX/UI Design10% Web DesignIn Vila Rosalia, Brazil, Quality SMI is a small SEO company. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Arlington, VA
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50% Search Engine Optimization20% Content Marketing20% Pay Per Click +1 service10% Conversion OptimizationRankure is a SEO services firm. They were established in 2022, and their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Dover, DE
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40% Search Engine Optimization30% Pay Per Click20% Web Design +2 services5% Email Marketing5% Social Media MarketingRoofingROI Labs is a SEO agency. Headquartered in Dover, Delaware and Las Vegas, Nevada, the agency provides Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Iligan City, Philippines
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50% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click15% Content Marketing +1 service15% Web DesignFervil Von - SEO Specialist Philippines, a SEO company, was launched in 2024. The team offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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50% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click10% Social Media Marketing +4 services5% Content Marketing5% Ecommerce Marketing5% Email Marketing5% Performance MarketingClixo Digital is a SEO company launched in 2022. The small team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49St. Petersburg, FL
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50% Search Engine Optimization30% Advertising20% Pay Per ClickOzopro is a small SEO services firm launched in 2019. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Advertising.
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50% Search Engine Optimization30% Web Development20% Pay Per ClickReal Global Marketing, a SEO agency, was founded in 2026. The firm provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Dnipro, Ukraine
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20% Search Engine Optimization50% Pay Per Click30% Social Media MarketingTolk Agency is a pay per click company. Their small team is located in Dnipro, Ukraine. Their services include Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing.
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35% Search Engine Optimization35% Pay Per Click30% Conversion OptimizationPPC agency American E-commerce Hub is in Atlanta, Georgia. They focus on Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization and were launched in 2026.
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40% Search Engine Optimization30% Pay Per Click30% Social Media MarketingOmega Media Group LLC is a SEO company. Launched in 2022, the agency offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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35% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media Marketing +2 services15% Market Research10% Ecommerce MarketingAsk Digital Inc offers a comprehensive range of digital marketing services, including Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Pay-Per-Click Advertising, Content Marketing, and Social Media Marketing, among others. The reviews highlight their expertise in improving website ranking and online visibility. Clients commend their professionalism, deep understanding of business goals, and impressive project management, emphasizing their ability to deliver significant improvements in website traffic and conversions.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Overland Park, KS
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40% Search Engine Optimization20% Digital Strategy20% Pay Per Click +1 service20% Social Media MarketingFounded in 2012, SEO Services KC is a SEO services firm. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9New Delhi, India
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30% Search Engine Optimization30% Pay Per Click20% Branding +1 service20% Web DesignBased in New Delhi, India, Exopic Media is a pay per click company. Their services include Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Worcester, England
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30% Search Engine Optimization30% Pay Per Click10% Digital Strategy +5 services10% Other Digital Marketing5% Content Marketing5% Conversion Optimization5% Email Marketing5% Social Media MarketingSharpmonkeys is a pay per click company in Worcester, England. They offer Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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50% Search Engine Optimization10% Affiliate Marketing10% Marketing Strategy +3 services10% Pay Per Click10% Social Media Marketing10% Web DesignIn , Web Worx Labs Inc is a small SEO agency. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Marketing Strategy.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Ultimo, Australia
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40% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click15% Conversion Optimization +2 services15% Web Design10% Digital StrategyWebBuzz - The Growth Marketing Agency is a small SEO agency located in Ultimo, Australia. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9København, Denmark
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30% Search Engine Optimization30% Pay Per Click30% Social Media Marketing +2 services5% Digital Strategy5% Email MarketingLaunched in 2019, Plutonic Media is a pay per click company. The firm focuses on Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Calgary, Canada
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50% Search Engine Optimization20% Content Marketing10% Digital Strategy +2 services10% Pay Per Click10% Social Media MarketingDucktoes Computer Services, a SEO company, was founded in 2010. The firm specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Auckland, New Zealand
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20% Search Engine Optimization40% Pay Per Click20% Web Design +2 services10% Conversion Optimization10% Social Media MarketingSmall PPC company V Digital Marketing, is based in Auckland, New Zealand. The team focuses on Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Singapore, Singapore
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10% Search Engine Optimization10% Content Marketing10% Conversion Optimization +8 services10% Digital Strategy10% E-Commerce Development10% Ecommerce Marketing10% Pay Per Click10% Web Design10% Web Development5% Email Marketing5% UX/UI DesignHeadquartered in Singapore, Singapore, iFoundries is a Digital Strategy company. The team specializes in Digital Strategy and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Kakkanad, India
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% E-Commerce Development20% Pay Per Click +3 services20% Social Media Marketing10% Content Marketing10% Web DevelopmentHackney Solutions® - Digital Marketing Agency is an e-commerce development firm headquartered in Kakkanad, India and Haripad, India. The team focuses on E-Commerce Development and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Sumedang, Indonesia
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40% Search Engine Optimization50% Web Design10% Pay Per ClickSEON One Stop Solution is a web design company founded in 2019. The company offers Web Design and Search Engine Optimization, and is small.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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15% Search Engine Optimization20% Social Media Marketing15% Branding +4 services15% Content Marketing15% Digital Strategy10% Email Marketing10% Pay Per ClickXPixel FZE is a social media marketing company. They are in Dubai, United Arab Emirates and have small team of experts. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Branding.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Jaipur, India
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10% Search Engine Optimization40% Pay Per Click40% Social Media Marketing +1 service10% Digital StrategyFounded in 2020, Bharat Mohta is a social media marketing firm. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49London, England
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10% Search Engine Optimization15% Advertising15% Marketing Strategy +7 services10% Content Marketing10% Digital Strategy10% Pay Per Click10% Social Media Marketing10% Translation5% Affiliate Marketing5% Conversion OptimizationSee all 1 projectsYiva Digital specializes in social media marketing, offering services that include creating engaging content and managing campaigns. The company is highly regarded for its efficient, well-structured approach, creativity, and ability to connect with target audiences. Clients consistently appreciate their competitive pricing and the value delivered.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Ödåkra, Sweden
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20% Search Engine Optimization40% Pay Per Click20% Conversion Optimization +1 service20% Digital StrategySnabbanalys is a PPC agency founded in 2018. The team provides Pay Per Click and Digital Strategy and is based in Ödåkra, Sweden.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49
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20% Search Engine Optimization40% Conversion Optimization30% Pay Per Click +1 service10% Social Media MarketingCorbit Digital is a Conversion Optimization company. Their small team is in Austin, Texas. Their services include Conversion Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Ajax, Canada
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25% Search Engine Optimization18% Pay Per Click12% Social Media Marketing +6 services10% Content Marketing10% Conversion Optimization10% Other Digital Marketing5% Affiliate Marketing5% Digital Strategy5% Email MarketingSistexpert is a SEO services firm. Their team is in Ajax, Canada. The agency offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Philadelphia, PA
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30% Search Engine Optimization10% Affiliate Marketing10% Content Marketing +5 services10% Conversion Optimization10% Email Marketing10% Marketing Strategy10% Pay Per Click10% Social Media MarketingSee all 3 projectsRank Me Locally is an SEO agency that offers services like Organic Search Optimization and Digital Visibility Enhancement. However, their reviews indicate significant dissatisfaction, with 100% of clients expressing disappointment in their service delivery, communication, and fulfillment of contract terms. Clients reported misleading promises, ineffective project management, and subpar results, highlighting a need for improved transparency and accountability.
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Rank Me Locally has received mixed feedback across industries such as Education and Consumer Products. In Education, their SEO and social media marketing services were criticized for poor quality and deceptive practices. In Consumer Products, SEO efforts fell short of expectations, with clients highlighting communication issues and lack of clarity in agreements. Overall, sentiment is negative, indicating potential clients in these sectors may want to approach with caution, particularly regarding SEO and marketing services.
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Client feedback regarding the company's cost and value for money is predominantly negative. One client reported being charged $300 for subpar services, claiming their ads were poorly executed, leading to no measurable results. Another client invested $5,000 but received inadequate SEO work, resulting in only local rankings instead of the promised national ones. Overall, clients expressed dissatisfaction with the value received relative to their financial commitment, citing unclear agreements and poor communication as significant issues.Was this helpful?
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Bengaluru, India
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click20% Web Development +4 services10% E-Commerce Development10% Graphic Design10% Social Media Marketing10% Web DesignSee all 1 projectsFuture Revolution offers comprehensive digital marketing services, including Search Engine Optimization (SEO), content marketing, paid advertising, and online reputation management. The overall feedback is highly positive, highlighting their creativity, timely delivery, and effective communication. Clients appreciate their innovative strategies, which significantly enhance online visibility and website ranking, leading to strong ROI.
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Business Consulting20% Pay Per Click +2 services20% Social Media Marketing20% Web DesignEstablished in 2023, Homebridge is a social media marketing agency. The firm provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization, and is small.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49cairo, Egypt
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35% Search Engine Optimization20% Social Media Marketing15% Content Marketing +5 services10% Pay Per Click5% Content Moderation Services5% Conversion Optimization5% Ecommerce Marketing5% Email MarketingSEO company Web Pivots focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing. They were established in 2024.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Laguna Beach, CA
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10% Search Engine Optimization20% Ecommerce Marketing15% Pay Per Click +8 services10% Branding10% Customer Service Outsourcing10% Performance Marketing5% Back Office Outsourcing5% Content Marketing5% Conversion Optimization5% Product Marketing5% Social Media MarketingSee all 1 projectsTeam4eCom provides Amazon vendor central management services, including inventory management and product listing optimization. Overall feedback indicates they deliver timely and effective solutions, significantly reducing overselling and enhancing product visibility. Clients appreciate their proactive communication and dedication to understanding business challenges, ensuring a collaborative and successful partnership.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49West, England
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25% Search Engine Optimization25% Content Marketing25% Pay Per Click +1 service25% Social Media MarketingContent Marketing company Aira was founded in 2015. The firm provides Content Marketing and Pay Per Click, and is small.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Bristol, England
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40% Search Engine Optimization35% Web Design10% Pay Per Click +3 services5% Branding5% Marketing Strategy5% Social Media MarketingConscious Solutions Ltd, a small SEO services firm, is based in Bristol, England. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Newport, England
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20% Search Engine Optimization30% Pay Per Click20% Web Design +2 services20% Web Development10% Social Media MarketingAscendancy is a pay per click company. In Newport, England, their small team provides Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization. The agency was founded in 2004.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Irvine, CA
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30% Search Engine Optimization40% Web Design10% Pay Per Click +2 services10% Social Media Marketing10% Web DevelopmentWeb Design Studio Pro is a web design agency based in Irvine, California. The team focuses on Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Jacksonville, FL
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25% Search Engine Optimization25% Pay Per Click20% Social Media Marketing +2 services20% Web Design10% Low/No Code DevelopmentWeb design company Grindstone Design offers Web Design and Search Engine Optimization. They are based in Jacksonville, Florida.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Nairobi, Kenya
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25% Search Engine Optimization25% Pay Per Click25% Social Media Marketing +1 service25% Web DesignFounded in 2019, Dot Digital Agency is a social media marketing firm. The small team provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam
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30% Search Engine Optimization20% Content Marketing20% Conversion Optimization +4 services10% Email Marketing10% Pay Per Click5% Social Media Marketing5% Web DevelopmentGOBRANDING J.S.C, a SEO agency, specialize in Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing. They were launched in 2013.
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Content Marketing20% Other Digital Marketing +2 services20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media MarketingSee all 1 projectsSMEGOWEB - Digital Marketing Agency offers website development services, specializing in platform transitions such as moving from Magento to WordPress. Reviews highlight their professionalism, effective communication, and adherence to project timelines, with clients expressing satisfaction in the agency's ability to deliver projects promptly and make clients comfortable throughout the process.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Arlington Heights, IL
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249L'viv, Ukraine
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Hoffman Estates, IL
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49London, England
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34.7/40.018.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
50% Search Engine Optimization50% Pay Per Click -
$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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34.7/40.020/20 Reviews9.6/10 Clients & Experience5.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
10% Search Engine Optimization80% Pay Per Click10% Other -
$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999
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34.2/40.017.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
25% Search Engine Optimization25% Pay Per Click50% Other -
$10,000+Undisclosed250 - 999New York, NY
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34.1/40.019.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
15% Search Engine Optimization85% Pay Per Click -
$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Dnipro, Ukraine
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34/40.019.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
70% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click10% Other -
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Richmond, Australia
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34/40.017.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
70% Search Engine Optimization15% Pay Per Click15% Other -
$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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34/40.018.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
40% Search Engine Optimization45% Pay Per Click15% Other -
$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Odesa, Ukraine
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33.9/40.017.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
60% Search Engine Optimization30% Pay Per Click10% Other -
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Lehi, UT
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33.8/40.018/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
75% Search Engine Optimization25% Pay Per Click -
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Boca Raton, FL
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34.5/40.019.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
60% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click20% Other -
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Odesa, Ukraine
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33.7/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
40% Search Engine Optimization30% Pay Per Click30% Other -
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49South Jordan, UT
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33.7/40.018/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience5.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
65% Search Engine Optimization25% Pay Per Click10% Other
Top Search Engine Marketing (SEM) Agencies
An SEM company plans, launches, and manages paid search campaigns on platforms such as Google Ads, Microsoft Advertising, and Amazon. Their specialists research high-value keywords, write ad copy, set up audience targeting, adjust bids in real time, and run A/B tests to maximize return on ad spend (ROAS). They also track conversions, deliver performance reports, and provide strategic recommendations that align with your wider digital marketing objectives.
Most agencies deliver an end-to-end suite that can include:
- Keyword research & competitive analysis
- Campaign setup (Search, Shopping, Display, YouTube)
- Bid management and budget pacing
- Ad copywriting and creative testing
- Landing-page optimization
- Remarketing and audience segmentation
- Conversion tracking and analytics integration
Some firms also bundle complementary channels, such as programmatic display or social PPC, to create a unified digital marketing strategy.
SEM engagements usually fall between $3,000–$20,000 per month, but pricing scales with ad spend, account complexity, and service level. Smaller businesses might work with an agency on a management-fee model (e.g., 10%–20% of monthly media spend), while enterprises often negotiate flat retainers or performance-based contracts. Always ask for a clear breakdown of management fees versus ad budget before signing.
Start by defining your KPIs, such as lead volume, e-commerce revenue, or customer acquisition cost. Then:
- Review case studies in your industry.
- Check Clutch client reviews for transparency, communication, and results.
- Compare pricing models (percentage of spend, flat fee, or hybrid).
- Request a campaign audit or strategic roadmap to gauge expertise.
Selecting a partner whose reporting cadence and collaboration style match your internal workflow will set the engagement up for success.
- “Guaranteed #1 ranking” claims (ad position depends on auction dynamics).
- Lack of access to the ad account or data ownership.
- Vague reporting that focuses on clicks instead of revenue-driven metrics.
- One-size-fits-all strategies with minimal keyword research.
- Slow or inconsistent communication during the sales process.
- How will you structure our campaigns and why?
- Which metrics will you report on weekly and monthly?
- What tools or automations do you use for bid management?
- Can you share a recent success story in a similar industry or budget range?
- Who will be my day-to-day point of contact, and how many accounts do they manage?
- How do you coordinate SEM with SEO and other digital marketing channels?
Agencies bring platform certifications, cross-account data, and advanced tools that small teams can’t always justify purchasing. Their experience shortens the testing cycle, reduces wasted spend, and frees internal staff to focus on broader marketing initiatives.
Freelancers are ideal for limited budgets or project-based needs. Agencies, however, provide a multidisciplinary team including strategists, copywriters, designers, and analysts that can scale campaigns quickly and cover absences without interrupting performance.
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