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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 consistently received positive feedback regarding their efficiency in project management. Clients highlighted their quick response times and ability to deliver tasks on schedule. For instance, one client noted that communication with SmartSites was excellent, with team members being proactive and ensuring timely completion of all necessary steps. Another client emphasized how SmartSites' project management was efficient, enabling consistent delivery of items and regular updates. Overall, the sentiment towards SmartSites reflects a strong appreciation for their effective and timely service.-
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5.0 Sep 10, 2024The team is extremely thorough and efficient. Their team and the attention to detail that is provided to my account are impressive.
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E-Commerce Marketing for Online Jewelry Store
5.0 Aug 29, 2024Online meetings are structured and very efficient. Response/explanation are always easy to understand and detailed. They are true team players and always go the extra mile.
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PPC & Lead Generation for Workers' Compensation Law Firm
5.0 Dec 18, 2023They delivered on time and were very efficient and responsive to my needs. Their project management is commendable.
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SEO & PPC Services for Tiny Homes Construction Company
4.5 Sep 13, 2023Each account manager was knowledgeable, efficient, professional, and approachable. My account managers were always thorough and responsive.
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CRO & PPC Management Services for Flooring Company
5.0 Apr 14, 2023Benton is expertly managing our campaign to reach our ROAS goal with efficiency. The only problem we’re having now is keeping products in stock because we’re selling more than before.
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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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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India
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35% Search Engine Optimization20% Social Media Marketing15% Mobile & App Marketing +4 services10% Content Marketing10% Pay Per Click8% UX/UI Design2% LogoSEO services firm Digi Bharata was founded in 2020. The small team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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20% Search Engine Optimization25% Pay Per Click20% Social Media Marketing +3 services15% Web Design10% Conversion Optimization10% UX/UI DesignEtavrian is a PPC company. They were founded in 2021 and offer Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Bella Vista, Australia
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media Marketing +4 services10% Conversion Optimization10% Digital Strategy10% Email Marketing10% Mobile & App MarketingDigitalzoop specializes in SEO, web design, payment integration, and social media marketing, providing customized web solutions that enhance online visibility. The overall feedback indicates that their professional team is adaptable, flexible, and committed to timelines, resulting in significant progress in student enrollment and outreach to remote learners.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49
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20% Search Engine Optimization10% Conversion Optimization10% Ecommerce Marketing +10 services10% IT Strategy Consulting10% Pay Per Click5% Blockchain5% Cloud Consulting & SI5% Content Marketing5% Digital Strategy5% IT Managed Services5% Mobile & App Marketing5% Web Design5% Web DevelopmentSee all 2 projectsCDK Labs Inc. offers specialized SEO and online visibility services, focusing on improving search engine rankings and boosting organic traffic for their clients' websites. Reviews highlight their clear communication, on-time delivery, and transparency, with clients experiencing significant increases in website traffic and sales.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Birmingham, England
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15% Search Engine Optimization45% Web Development25% UX/UI Design +1 service15% Pay Per ClickCake Agency is a web development firm in Birmingham, England. They offer Web Development and UX/UI Design and were founded in 2016.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Boise, ID
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25% Search Engine Optimization30% Web Development25% Pay Per Click +2 services10% Content Writing Services10% Social Media MarketingBoise Marketing Masters is a web development firm. They specialize in Web Development and Search Engine Optimization and are headquartered in Boise, Idaho.
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Our Boise Local Search Engine Optimization (SEO) package is meticulously crafted to elevate your business's online visibility and search rankings specifically within the Boise area. This targeted approach is designed to connect you with the local audience, ensuring that your services reach the people most likely to engage with your business.Was this helpful?
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Pantheeramkavu, India
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15% Search Engine Optimization20% Web Development15% E-Commerce Development +4 services15% Pay Per Click15% Social Media Marketing10% Logo10% Mobile App DevelopmentDigitalbuddha Info Solutions LLP, a web development company, is based in Kannur, India and Pantheeramkavu, India. Launched in 2017, the team provides Web Development and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Janesville, WI
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15% Search Engine Optimization25% Web Design25% Web Development +3 services15% Digital Strategy10% Conversion Optimization10% Pay Per ClickSee all 1 projectsForemost Media, Inc offers services including website design and enhancing search engine visibility, specializing in SEO to improve online visibility and website ranking. Reviews highlight their effective project management, timely delivery, and strong customer support, resulting in increased leads and market dominance for clients.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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30% Search Engine Optimization25% Web Design25% Web Development +2 services10% Pay Per Click10% Social Media MarketingPixel Edge Digital Marketing Agency, a SEO services firm, is based in Toronto, Canada. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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30% Search Engine Optimization30% Social Media Marketing15% Web Design +3 services10% Email Marketing10% Pay Per Click5% LogoClickbot New Zealand is a social media marketing company. Their small team is headquartered in Auckland, New Zealand. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Noida, India
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media Marketing +2 services20% Web Design20% Web DevelopmentTHE WEB MEDIA is a social media marketing firm established in 2020. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Noida, India
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30% Search Engine Optimization10% Affiliate Marketing10% Content Marketing +5 services10% Conversion Optimization10% Digital Strategy10% Ecommerce Marketing10% Pay Per Click10% Social Media MarketingTheSEOGuy is a SEO services firm based in Noida, India. They specialize in Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Jaipur, India
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30% Search Engine Optimization30% Social Media Marketing10% Digital Strategy +5 services10% Pay Per Click5% Advertising5% Branding5% Content Marketing5% Email MarketingThe Brand Chapter is a Jaipur, India-based SEO services firm. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249
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15% Search Engine Optimization15% Pay Per Click10% Content Marketing +11 services10% Social Media Marketing5% Affiliate Marketing5% Conversion Optimization5% Digital Strategy5% Email Marketing5% Marketing Strategy5% Media Planning & Buying5% Mobile & App Marketing5% Mobile App Development5% Web Design5% Web DevelopmentLocated in Lahore, Pakistan, Beta Web Solutions is a SEO agency. They provide Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9London, England
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media Marketing +5 services20% Web Development5% Content Marketing5% Digital Strategy5% Other Digital Marketing5% Web DesignBased in London, England, Thrive On Digital is a small PPC company. The team provides Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Montrose, CO
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15% Search Engine Optimization15% Pay Per Click10% Web Development +23 services5% Branding5% Conversion Optimization5% E-Commerce Development5% Marketing Strategy5% Social Media Marketing5% Web Design3% Advertising3% Direct Marketing2% Affiliate Marketing2% Business Consulting2% Content Marketing2% Digital Strategy2% Email Marketing2% Graphic Design2% Logo2% Media Planning & Buying2% Mobile & App Marketing1% Cybersecurity1% Market Research1% Mobile App Development1% Packaging Design1% Print Design1% Product DesignSee all 4 projectsInSync Media offers comprehensive SEO services focused on enhancing website ranking and online visibility. Across reviews, clients praise the company's personalized approach, effective project management, and successful implementation of SEO strategies, resulting in measurable improvements in search engine rankings and organic leads. The firm is lauded for its responsiveness and tailor-made solutions.
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$100,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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15% Search Engine Optimization20% Media Planning & Buying20% Pay Per Click +3 services20% Social Media Marketing15% AI Consulting10% Digital StrategySosemo is a media planning and buying agency. They focus on Media Planning & Buying and Pay Per Click and were established in 2012. The company is in New York, New York and Il‑Gżira, Malta.
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20% Search Engine Optimization15% Social Media Marketing15% Web Design +6 services15% Web Development10% E-Commerce Development10% Pay Per Click5% Content Marketing5% Email Marketing5% Public RelationsDigital Elixir is a small SEO agency founded in 2007. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Bogotá, Colombia
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15% Search Engine Optimization20% Content Marketing15% Conversion Optimization +6 services10% Email Marketing10% Pay Per Click10% Web Design10% Web Development5% Digital Strategy5% Social Media MarketingHeadquartered in Bogotá, Colombia, Digital57 is a small Content Marketing company. The team focuses on Content Marketing and Conversion Optimization.
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$1,000+< $25 / hrFreelancerDelhi, India
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40% Search Engine Optimization30% Pay Per Click20% Social Media Marketing +1 service10% Digital StrategyAakash Sharma is a small SEO services firm located in Delhi, India. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249London, England
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15% Search Engine Optimization20% Content Marketing20% Digital Strategy +4 services20% Pay Per Click10% Conversion Optimization10% Social Media Marketing5% Other Digital MarketingLaunched in 2015, Optdcom is a Digital Strategy company. The team provides Digital Strategy and Content Marketing.
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25% Search Engine Optimization20% Ecommerce Marketing15% Mobile & App Marketing +6 services10% Digital Strategy10% Pay Per Click5% Content Marketing5% Email Marketing5% Other Digital Marketing5% Social Media MarketingDigipassel, a SEO agency, was established in 2021. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Ecommerce Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancerKing's Stanley, England
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35% Search Engine Optimization35% Pay Per Click30% Web DesignStroud Valley SEO is a SEO company. They are based in King's Stanley, England and have small team. They provide Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% E-Commerce Development20% Pay Per Click +2 services20% Social Media Marketing20% Web DevelopmentSee all 1 projectsAK Digital Agency specializes in Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and has received consistently positive feedback for its ability to enhance website ranking and online visibility. Clients appreciate their cost-effective services and timely project delivery, making AK Digital Agency a top choice for businesses seeking to improve their search optimization and digital marketing efforts.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Bengaluru, India
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25% Search Engine Optimization30% Advertising20% Social Media Marketing +2 services15% Pay Per Click10% Web DevelopmentSee all 1 projectsIM Solutions is a leading Advertising Agency located in Bangalore, India. We are an advertising firm working for prominent brands globally. Our team of professionals provide complete services in
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Lancaster, PA
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25% Search Engine Optimization35% Web Design15% Pay Per Click +2 services15% Social Media Marketing10% IT Managed ServicesWeb design agency EZSolution was established in 1997. The team specializes in Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Content Marketing20% Digital Strategy +2 services20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media MarketingLaunched in 2015, Kogneta is a Content Marketing company. Their services include Content Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Miami, FL
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media Marketing +2 services20% Web Design20% Web DevelopmentEstablished in 2011, Rocket Marketing and Design is a social media marketing firm. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49San Diego, CA
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Mobile App Development20% Pay Per Click +2 services20% Social Media Marketing20% Web DesignLaunched in 2003, Saba SEO is a small San Diego, California-based application development company. Their team specializes in Mobile App Development and Pay Per Click.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Dallas, TX
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Content Marketing20% Digital Strategy +2 services20% Pay Per Click20% Web DesignBuzzShift is a Digital Strategy company located in Dallas, Texas. The team focuses on Digital Strategy and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Tampa, FL
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Content Marketing20% Pay Per Click +2 services20% Social Media Marketing20% Web DesignLeverage Digital is a Content Marketing company launched in 2008. The team focuses on Content Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Calgary, Canada
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click20% Web Development +4 services10% Advertising10% Social Media Marketing10% UX/UI Design10% Web DesignSEO company iNet Media is headquartered in Calgary, Canada. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Milton, Canada
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Content Marketing20% Pay Per Click +2 services20% Social Media Marketing20% Web DesignEstablished in 2014, Caseo is a small Content Marketing company. Their services include Content Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Birmingham, England
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media Marketing +2 services20% Web Design20% Web DevelopmentLightbox Digital is a small social media marketing company founded in 2005. Their team provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media Marketing +5 services10% Graphic Design10% Media Planning & Buying10% Print Design5% Email Marketing5% Public RelationsOptimal Targeting is a pay per click company. Their small team is headquartered in New York, New York. Their services include Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Hamburg, Germany
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% E-Commerce Development20% Pay Per Click +2 services20% Social Media Marketing20% Web DevelopmentFounded in 2009, Lemundo is an e-commerce development firm. The agency specializes in E-Commerce Development and Pay Per Click, and is small.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Garston, England
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Content Marketing20% Email Marketing +2 services20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media MarketingEstablished in 2006, Yoma is a small Content Marketing company in Garston, England and Warrington, England. Their team focuses on Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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Undisclosed$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Glasgow , Scotland
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30% Search Engine Optimization20% Digital Strategy15% Content Marketing +4 services15% Demand Generation Marketing10% Pay Per Click5% Email Marketing5% Social Media MarketingMLT Digital is a SEO agency based in Glasgow , Scotland. Established in 2003, the team provides Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49The Woodlands, TX
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click20% Video Production +3 services20% Web Design10% Branding10% UX/UI DesignGood Agency is a The Woodlands, Texas-based SEO company. They offer Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click and were founded in 2008.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Charlotte, NC
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% E-Commerce Development20% Pay Per Click +2 services20% Web Design20% Web DevelopmentPunchmark, a SEO agency, was founded in 2008. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Ames, IA
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media Marketing +2 services20% Web Design20% Web DevelopmentEstablished in 2000, Octadyne Systems, a small pay per click company, is in Ames, Iowa. Their team focuses on Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Branding20% Pay Per Click +2 services20% Social Media Marketing20% Web DesignFounded in 2007, NXTFactor is a branding firm. Their services include Branding and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49La Grange, IL
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Content Marketing20% Email Marketing +2 services20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media MarketingRyTech LLC, a social media marketing firm, was established in 2012. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Denver, CO
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25% Search Engine Optimization25% Web Design20% Branding +2 services15% Market Research15% Pay Per ClickResolution Research is a SEO company established in 1990. The small team offers Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Edinburgh, Scotland
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Advertising20% Content Marketing +2 services20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media Marketing8 Million Stories is an Advertising company established in 2013. The small team focuses on Advertising and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Wixom, MI
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20% Search Engine Optimization30% Web Design20% Pay Per Click +2 services20% Social Media Marketing10% E-Commerce DevelopmentSmart Link Solutions is a web design agency. Located in Wixom, Michigan, their small team provides Web Design and Pay Per Click. The agency was launched in 1994.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Boca Raton, FL
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click20% Web Design +3 services14% Social Media Marketing13% Mobile & App Marketing13% Mobile App DevelopmentLocal Management is a pay per click agency established in 2010. The small team provides Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Pimpri-Chinchwad, India
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30% Search Engine Optimization10% Content Marketing10% Conversion Optimization +5 services10% Digital Strategy10% Email Marketing10% Mobile & App Marketing10% Pay Per Click10% Social Media MarketingShivanta it solutions is a SEO services firm. Their team is based in Pimpri-Chinchwad, India and provides Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Ottawa, Canada
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Digital Strategy20% Pay Per Click +5 services10% Content Marketing10% Conversion Optimization10% Email Marketing5% Mobile & App Marketing5% Social Media MarketingSEO TWIST is a Digital Strategy company. The small Ottawa, Canada-based team specializes in Digital Strategy and Pay Per Click. The agency was established in 2012.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Brisbane City, Australia
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20% Search Engine Optimization25% Web Design25% Web Development +2 services20% Pay Per Click10% Social Media MarketingLocated in Brisbane City, Australia and Sydney, Australia, Web3 is a web design agency. They offer Web Design and Web Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Arlington Heights, IL
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Diego, CA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Paramus, NJ
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999Copley, OH
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Toronto, Canada
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Bel Air, MD
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Costa Mesa, CA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249San Antonio, TX
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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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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Pearland, TX
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Calgary, Canada
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Tampa, FL
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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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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