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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 garnered positive sentiment for its exceptional team, highlighted by clients who praised the professionalism and dedication of their campaign managers. One client noted that their campaign manager treated their brand as if it were his own, providing continuous communication and innovative strategies. Another client emphasized the impressive collaboration and industry knowledge of the SmartSites team, describing them as genuinely engaging and effective, consistently exceeding expectations and delivering outstanding results.-
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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 were most impressive.
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5.0 Feb 13, 2025They were very prompt, professional, and organized. I found them great to work with overall and highly enjoyed the experience.
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PPC Strategy & Management for Gourmet Food Products Retailer
5.0 Oct 1, 2025The most impressive part of the company was the campaign manager, Haadi, who was assigned to us! It felt like he was a part of our own team and he treated the brand like it was his own from the very beginning. He was always in contact with us and developing new strategies along the way to help us meet and exceed our goals.
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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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Clients have consistently praised SmartSites for delivering excellent value for money, with many noting significant improvements in ROI and lead generation. For instance, one client reported a 25x ROI on ad spend, while another highlighted a 40% increase in business following their engagement. Overall, feedback reflects satisfaction with the company's pricing structure and the quality of services provided, often stating that SmartSites exceeds expectations in responsiveness and project management.Was this helpful?
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Rajkot, India
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Digital Strategy20% Mobile & App Marketing +2 services20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media MarketingDigital Strategy company Vispan Solutions Private Limited is headquartered in Rajkot, India. The team offers Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Delhi, India
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Digital Strategy20% Pay Per Click +3 services20% Social Media Marketing10% Content Marketing10% Web DesignEstablished in 2020, Tune My Digital is a small Digital Strategy company. Their services include Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Wollongong, Australia
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Content Marketing20% Conversion Optimization +2 services20% Digital Strategy20% Pay Per ClickCaptiv8 digital is a Digital Strategy company launched in 2020. The firm specializes in Digital Strategy and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Ahmedabad, India
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20% Search Engine Optimization30% UX/UI Design20% Pay Per Click +2 services15% Graphic Design15% Social Media MarketingLiveblack is an UX design company. The team specializes in UX/UI Design and Search Engine Optimization and is located in Ahmedabad, India and Great Neck Plaza, New York.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Spokane, WA
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click15% Digital Strategy +3 services15% Social Media Marketing15% Web Design15% Web DevelopmentJack Pine Media is a SEO services firm. Their small team of employees is headquartered in Spokane, Washington. Their team provides Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Hyderabad, India
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Content Marketing20% Mobile & App Marketing +2 services20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media MarketingBalimicorp, a social media marketing firm, offers Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing. The agency is located in Hyderabad, India.
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Arlington, VA
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click10% Branding +5 services10% Content Marketing10% Digital Strategy10% Graphic Design10% Print Design10% Social Media MarketingKLIK is a SEO company. Launched in 2018, the firm is in Arlington, Virginia and Chicago, Illinois. Their team provides Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Conversion Optimization20% Pay Per Click +2 services20% Social Media Marketing20% Web DesignRook Digital is a small Springville, Utah-based social media marketing company. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Conversion Optimization.
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30% Search Engine Optimization30% Social Media Marketing10% Content Marketing +4 services10% Digital Strategy10% Pay Per Click5% Branding5% Marketing StrategyHeadquartered in Indore, India, Namastetu Technologies Pvt. Ltd. Is a social media marketing company. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49Wivelsfield Green, England
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media Marketing +4 services20% Web Development10% Mobile & App Marketing5% Content Marketing5% Conversion OptimizationNHANCE Digital is a social media marketing company. Their small team is in Wivelsfield Green, England and offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization. The firm was launched in 2009.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Chagrin Falls, OH
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click10% Content Marketing +5 services10% Conversion Optimization10% Digital Strategy10% Email Marketing10% IT Managed Services10% Social Media MarketingGenexod is a small Chagrin Falls, Ohio-based SEO company. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Leederville, Australia
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30% Search Engine Optimization15% Content Marketing10% Conversion Optimization +5 services10% Digital Strategy10% Pay Per Click10% Social Media Marketing10% Web Design5% Other Digital MarketingDaisy Digital is a SEO company. Their small team is headquartered in Leederville, Australia. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Dublin, CA
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Mobile App Development20% Pay Per Click +2 services20% Web Design20% Web DevelopmentOpal Infotech INC is a SEO company. They are based in Dublin, California. Their team provides Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% CRM Consulting and SI20% Conversion Optimization +2 services20% Market Research20% Pay Per ClickMarket Research company Performars was founded in 2017. In Seongnam-si, South Korea and Singapore, Singapore, the team specializes in Market Research and Conversion Optimization.
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click15% Ecommerce Marketing +4 services15% Mobile & App Marketing15% Social Media Marketing10% Content Marketing5% Email MarketingG Map Pros is a SEO company. Their small team of employees is in Kansas City, Missouri. Their team offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Suite 9, Madison Offices, England
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media Marketing +3 services20% Web Design10% Branding10% Digital StrategyRise Digital Marketing is a small social media marketing company launched in 2010. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media Marketing +2 services20% Web Design20% Web DevelopmentUnited SEO Canada, a social media marketing company, offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization. The company is located in Toronto, Canada.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Mumbai, India
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20% Search Engine Optimization30% Advertising20% Pay Per Click +2 services20% Social Media Marketing10% Other Digital MarketingBuzzmeter is an Advertising company launched in 2013. The small team provides Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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25% Search Engine Optimization15% Other Digital Marketing15% Pay Per Click +4 services15% Social Media Marketing15% Web Design10% Low/No Code Development5% Email MarketingDigimeds Care- Healthcare Digital Marketing Co. Is a SEO agency. The small New Delhi, India-based team offers Search Engine Optimization and Web Design. The agency was founded in 2021.
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Content Marketing20% Digital Strategy +2 services20% Pay Per Click20% Web DesignWeb Force NI is a Digital Strategy company. Launched in 2016, their team specializes in Digital Strategy and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49West Palm Beach, FL
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15% Search Engine Optimization25% Pay Per Click10% Web Development +9 services8% Conversion Optimization7% Email Marketing5% Digital Strategy5% E-Commerce Development5% Event Marketing5% Social Media Marketing5% Video Marketing5% Video Production5% Web DesignTopPosition is a West Palm Beach, Florida-based PPC agency. The team specializes in Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click15% Web Design +6 services10% Ecommerce Marketing10% Graphic Design10% Social Media Marketing5% Content Marketing5% Email Marketing5% LogoIn Mumbai, India, kreativmatka is a small SEO services firm. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Delhi, India
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20% Search Engine Optimization40% Digital Strategy20% Ecommerce Marketing +1 service20% Pay Per ClickIT Manthan is a Digital Strategy company. Located in Delhi, India, the company was established in 2026. Their team offers Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click15% Graphic Design +3 services15% Social Media Marketing15% Web Design15% Web DevelopmentSEO company Digital Score Web was launched in 2021. The team offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click and is in Delhi, India.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Bengaluru, India
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Advertising20% Media Planning & Buying +2 services20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media MarketingBuyMediaSpace, an Advertising company, was established in 2016. The team offers Advertising and Media Planning & Buying.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click15% E-Commerce Development +3 services15% Email Marketing15% Web Design15% Web DevelopmentFounded in 2018, Zeqons Digital Inc. Is a small Norman, Oklahoma-based SEO company. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49Amritsar, India
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Email Marketing20% Pay Per Click +2 services20% Web Design20% Web DevelopmentFounded in 2017, EdibleWebTech is a small Amritsar, India-based Email Marketing company. Their services include Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Chandigarh, India
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Content Marketing20% Graphic Design +2 services20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media MarketingPerformance Marketing Agency | Agadh is a social media marketing firm. In Chandigarh, India, their team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Digital Strategy20% Pay Per Click +2 services20% Sales Outsourcing20% Web DevelopmentExotto Private Limited is a small Digital Strategy company launched in 2020. Their team provides Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49Stafford, England
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30% Search Engine Optimization20% Digital Strategy10% Affiliate Marketing +4 services10% Content Marketing10% Other Digital Marketing10% Pay Per Click10% Social Media MarketingMy SEO Consultants UK is a SEO company. The agency is based in Stafford, England. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Advertising20% Pay Per Click +2 services20% Web Design20% Web DevelopmentBTmarketing is a small Advertising company founded in 2020. Their team provides Advertising and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Noida, India
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Custom Software Development20% Pay Per Click +2 services20% Social Media Marketing20% Web DevelopmentSocial media marketing firm Botlie Software and Consulting Pvt. Ltd. Is in Noida, India. Launched in 2021, the team offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Digital Strategy20% Pay Per Click +2 services20% Web Design20% Web DevelopmentNexton Soft is a Digital Strategy company. Founded in 2022, their team offers Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Advertising20% Branding +2 services20% Pay Per Click20% Web DevelopmentWeb Rocket Media, a small Advertising company, is headquartered in Melville, New York. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Content Marketing20% Email Marketing +2 services20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media MarketingFounded in 2020, I Marketing Tech is a social media marketing firm. Their team provides Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Lawrenceville, GA
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20% Search Engine Optimization25% Social Media Marketing20% Pay Per Click +3 services15% Accounting15% Corporate Training & Coaching5% Web DesignBestLyfe Group is a Lawrenceville, Georgia-based social media marketing firm. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Noida, India
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15% Search Engine Optimization15% Custom Software Development15% E-Commerce Development +5 services15% Pay Per Click10% IT Strategy Consulting10% Mobile App Development10% Social Media Marketing10% Web DevelopmentMyDigitalHp IT Solutions is a custom software development firm. They were founded in 2019 and provide Custom Software Development and E-Commerce Development.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Balmain, Australia
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15% Search Engine Optimization15% Branding15% Digital Strategy +4 services15% Pay Per Click15% Social Media Marketing15% Web Design10% Email MarketingThe Brand Architect is a branding firm. The small Balmain, Australia-based team specializes in Branding and Digital Strategy. The agency was established in 2014.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Noida, India
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Web Development10% Digital Strategy +5 services10% Email Marketing10% Pay Per Click10% Social Media Marketing10% UX/UI Design10% Web DesignSee all 1 projectsWhite Bunnie offers comprehensive services including web development, SEO improvements, and digital marketing support, specifically enhancing online visibility and website ranking. Reviews highlight their effective project management and significant impact on website traffic and social media engagement, showcasing their expertise in search optimization and search engine marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Bengaluru, India
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15% Search Engine Optimization15% Digital Strategy15% E-Commerce Development +5 services15% Web Development10% Content Marketing10% Mobile App Development10% Pay Per Click10% Social Media MarketingSee all 1 projectsWeb Digital Mantra IT Services Pvt Ltd offers digital marketing and website development services. Their clients commend them for professionalism and timely delivery, resulting in successful lead generation. The company is recognized for its commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, making it a reliable choice for digital solutions.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Ahmedabad, India
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10% Search Engine Optimization50% E-Commerce Development10% Other Digital Marketing +3 services10% Pay Per Click10% Social Media Marketing10% Web DesignCZAR GROUP TECHNOLOGIES is an e-commerce development firm. The small Ahmedabad, India-based team specializes in E-Commerce Development and Social Media Marketing. The agency was founded in 2010.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago
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10% Search Engine Optimization10% Conversion Optimization10% Digital Strategy +7 services10% E-Commerce Development10% Email Marketing10% Mobile App Development10% Pay Per Click10% Social Media Marketing10% UX/UI Design10% Web DevelopmentDigital Strategy company Quoviz Consulting Ltd specializes in Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing. They are headquartered in Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Kondapur, India
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Mobile & App Marketing20% Pay Per Click +3 services20% Social Media Marketing10% Content Marketing10% Email MarketingJGP Solutions is a Mobile & App Marketing company. The team is based in Kondapur, India, and their services include Mobile & App Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Mumbai, India
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Web Design10% Graphic Design +5 services10% Logo10% Other Design10% Pay Per Click10% Social Media Marketing10% UX/UI DesignSPG Techsoft is a small SEO services firm. Established in 2012, the team provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Mumbai, India
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15% Search Engine Optimization30% Web Design30% Web Development +2 services15% Pay Per Click10% Graphic DesignSee all 1 projectsVelocity Consultancy offers services such as website development, SEO, and paid search marketing. Reviews indicate high client satisfaction with their efficient project management, remarkable turnaround times, and the significant improvement in online visibility and website ranking. Clients appreciate their dedication, although some suggest enhancements in presentation skills.
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% E-Commerce Development20% Pay Per Click +3 services20% Social Media Marketing10% Low/No Code Development10% Web DevelopmentSocial media marketing company Tempatkita Software is in. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Calumet City, IL
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10% Search Engine Optimization30% Call Center Services10% Content Marketing +5 services10% Conversion Optimization10% Digital Strategy10% Other Digital Marketing10% Pay Per Click10% Social Media MarketingExpertek Cyber Solutions Inc., a telephone answering service, is located in Calumet City, Illinois. Their services include Call Center Services and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9London, Canada
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33% Search Engine Optimization10% Pay Per Click7% E-Commerce Development +11 services5% Business Consulting5% Content Marketing5% Conversion Optimization5% Digital Strategy5% Email Marketing5% Graphic Design5% Marketing Strategy5% Print Design5% Web Development4% Web Design1% Video ProductionSEO agency Tim is based in London, Canada. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Chandigarh, India
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25% Search Engine Optimization25% Social Media Marketing20% Pay Per Click +4 services10% Email Marketing10% Other Digital Marketing5% Web Design5% Web DevelopmentSee all 1 projectsLoud Speaker offers comprehensive SEO services to enhance online visibility and website ranking. Clients have praised their ability to deliver significant improvements in search optimization, leading to higher traffic and business growth. The overall feedback highlights their satisfactory project management and effective communication, though a suggestion for more frequent reporting was noted.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Ahmedabad, India
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Social Media Marketing10% Branding +5 services10% Direct Marketing10% Graphic Design10% Pay Per Click10% Product Design10% Product MarketingSee all 1 projectsWeboon Technologies offers comprehensive digital marketing services, including SEO, Search Engine Marketing, Social Media Marketing, and graphics designing. Reviews highlight their expertise in enhancing website ranking and online visibility, effective project management, and delivering measurable business growth. Clients appreciate their value for money and impressive graphics designing capabilities.
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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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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Marion, IL
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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+Undisclosed50 - 249Colorado Springs, CO
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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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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$10,000+Undisclosed250 - 999New York, NY
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Dnipro, Ukraine
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$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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