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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Paramus, NJServices provided
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Houston, TX
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Launched in 2023, Be Seen Marketing is a small Houston, Texas-based SEO agency. Their team provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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Gmb Agency (Find Your Business) is a small Houston, Texas-based social media marketing agency. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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PPC Panel, a PPC agency, specializes in Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing. The firm is located in Dallas, Texas.
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Located in Irving, Texas, SEO And IT is a small SEO agency. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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AUXO eCommerce is a small Chicago, Illinois-based SEO agency. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Northfield, IL
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Loud Interactive, a SEO company, was established in 2011. Located in Northfield, Illinois, the team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Melbourne, Australia
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RankBae is a SEO agency. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click and is in Chicago, Illinois and Melbourne, Australia.
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Ecom & Copy is a SEO agency. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing, and the firm is based in London, England.
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Translate To Sell, a PPC company, was established in 2018. The firm focuses on Pay Per Click and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Googong, Australia
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Otto Media is a SEO agency. They are located in Googong, Australia, and their services include Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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SEO Republic is a web design company. They focus on Web Design and Search Engine Optimization and were established in 2008. The firm is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Miami, FL
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Orange SEO is a SEO services firm launched in 2011. In Miami, Florida, the team provides Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Orlando, FL
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Triple A SEO is a SEO services firm. They are based in Orlando, Florida, and their services include Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9St. Petersburg, FL
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Local Rankings is a SEO company. Based in St. Petersburg, Florida, the firm focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Marketing Strategy.
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SEO company Soliday Digital was launched in 2020. The agency focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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SEO Agency For Startups is a SEO agency. The London, England-based agency offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Digita, a SEO services firm, was founded in 2023. The firm focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Bengaluru, India
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Vira Stratagem, a SEO company, is located in Bengaluru, India. Launched in 2017, the team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Pune, India
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WPCopilots™ by FiftyThreeVentures is a pay per click agency. Founded in 2003, the company provides Pay Per Click and Conversion Optimization.
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Michael D Markham Marketing Consultancy is a SEO agency established in 2022. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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SEO services firm DomainMecca was established in 2020. The firm provides Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Lead Digital, a small SEO services firm, is based in Australia. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Las Vegas, NV
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Dynamic Digital Marketing is a SEO agency established in 2023. The company focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Reno, NV
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BnBSeo is a small SEO services firm located in Reno, Nevada. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Stirling, Australia
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Thepoint., a PPC company, was established in 2024. The team offers Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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Get - found is a SEO services firm founded in 2019. The company specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Portland, OR
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Small SEO company SEO Services Inc., is headquartered in Portland, Oregon. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Concord, NC
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SEO Select is a SEO agency based in Concord, North Carolina. They focus on Search Engine Optimization and Conversion Optimization and were launched in 2020.
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Passion Fruit Media is a SEO company based in Charlotte, North Carolina. Established in 2022, the team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Martino Buon Albergo, Italy
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Headquartered in San Martino Buon Albergo, Italy, Aletur.it is a SEO company. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Brooklyn, NY
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Blackbird SEO is a small SEO agency in Brooklyn, New York and Auckland, New Zealand. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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SEO-agency.co.uk is a SEO company. Their small team is based in London, England. Their team offers Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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Small SEO services firm STR Digital Marketing & Web Design, is based in London, England. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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Maxify Marketing is a SEO company. Launched in 2022, the company focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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Salezy is a SEO agency. They are in Chennai, India. Their team offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Be Found Next is a SEO agency. They are located in Westlake, Ohio and have small team. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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Website Solutions Ohio, LLC is a SEO services firm founded in 1997. Their team provides Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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KPI Rise is a Bedford, Ohio-based SEO services firm. Founded in 2015, the team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Development.
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SEO services firm Xcelerations was launched in 2024. The small team offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Launched in 2011, Mapjin is a SEO services firm. Based in Hopkins, Minnesota, the team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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Databae Systems, a SEO company, was launched in 1960. Based in Alexandria, Minnesota, the team offers Search Engine Optimization and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Kathmandu, Nepal
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Launched in 2024, Last Hope SEO, a small SEO agency, is based in Kathmandu, Nepal. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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Execution Digital Marketing is a SEO agency. Their team is located in Wimberley, Texas. The firm focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9London, England
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Located in London, England, Execute Consult is a small social media marketing agency. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Founded in 2009, Evevo is a pay per click agency. Based in London, England, the team offers Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing.
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TheImpactMonk is a SEO agency. The small Arizona-based team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Web Design. The firm was launched in 2023.
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Emergentify is a SEO company. Based in Faisalabad, Pakistan and London, England, the company was launched in 2023. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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Small SEO services firm iNET123, is in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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Made Possible Creative, a small SEO company, is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and Greenwich Township, New Jersey. The team offers Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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Located in Chicago, Illinois, WebProgress.Net, Inc. Is a small SEO company. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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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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34.9/40.020/20 Reviews9/10 Clients & Experience5.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Tampa, FL
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34.7/40.019.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Odesa, Ukraine
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Lehi, UT
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Boca Raton, FL
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Odesa, Ukraine
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$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.