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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 consistently demonstrates a customer-first approach, with clients highlighting their dedication to business success. One client noted that the paid ads team genuinely cared about their performance, while another praised their exceptional communication and timely responses. Clients have reported impressive outcomes, including significant lead generation and ROI improvements, attributing these successes to SmartSites' commitment to understanding and addressing their specific needs.-
SEO & PPC Services for Online Supplement Retailer
5.0 Aug 14, 2024The paid ads team really seems to care about our business and how well we're doing. Our google ad account was randomly suspended at one point and they did all they could to get it back up as soon as possible.
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Digital Mktg, Content Creation & UX Design for Loan Broker
5.0 Feb 22, 2024Customer service and my direct contact, Nick, genuinely cared about my business's success. The experience was nothing short of magnificent.
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Google Ads for Construction Company
5.0 Dec 3, 2020I come to Richard with my suggestions and ideas, and he’ll do thorough research to find solutions to my questions. It’s clear that he’s committed to providing a quality service, not just making more money.
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PPC & SEO Strategy for Sleepwear Company
5.0 Oct 30, 2019I am impressed with the knowledge and dedication from Michael, who manages my account. He is very accessible and spends a lot of time assessing my business results. He makes good recommendations and also tells me when he doesn't agree with my thinking, which is also a sign of a healthy business relationship.
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PPC Marketing for Real Estate Company
5.0 Jul 26, 2019They're great communicators that really care for their clients. We are a small company, but we still got a ton of attention.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chicago, IL
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25% Search Engine Optimization25% Email Marketing25% Pay Per Click +1 service25% Social Media MarketingWivisor is a social media marketing agency. Their team is based in Chicago, Illinois. The firm offers Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bentonville, AR
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40% Search Engine Optimization40% Web Design10% Digital Strategy +1 service10% Pay Per ClickSEO services firm SEO Counselours was launched in 2021. Headquartered in Bentonville, Arkansas, the team provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Jupiter, FL
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40% Search Engine Optimization10% Content Marketing10% Pay Per Click +4 services10% Sales Outsourcing10% Social Media Marketing10% Web Design10% Web DevelopmentSEOMarketing.com is a SEO company. The company is in Jupiter, Florida. Their team offers Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9London, England
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25% Search Engine Optimization25% Pay Per Click25% Public Relations +1 service25% Social Media MarketingMercure DAO , a public relations firm, was established in 2023. The firm specializes in Public Relations and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lahore, Pakistan
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25% Search Engine Optimization25% Digital Strategy25% Pay Per Click +1 service25% Social Media MarketingShahbaz Ali | SEO Expert & Digital Marketer , a Digital Strategy company, focuses on Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing. The company is in Lahore, Pakistan.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Salinas, CA
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40% Search Engine Optimization40% Web Design10% Pay Per Click +1 service10% Social Media MarketingCore6 Marketing, a SEO services firm, was founded in 2007. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Smyrna, GA
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30% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media Marketing +3 services10% Content Marketing10% Email Marketing10% Marketing StrategySmall SEO company GrowComTwo, is in Smyrna, Georgia. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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30% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click10% Advertising +4 services10% Blockchain10% Blockchain Marketing10% Social Media Marketing10% Web DesignBased in West Hartford, Connecticut, Strategies SEO is a small SEO services firm. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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30% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click10% E-Commerce Development +4 services10% Social Media Marketing10% UX/UI Design10% Web Design10% Web DevelopmentEffizo Technologies, a SEO services firm, is headquartered in Bridgeport, Connecticut. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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25% Search Engine Optimization25% Pay Per Click25% Social Media Marketing +1 service25% Web DesignSocial media marketing company Let It Be - Local was launched in 2008. In New London, Connecticut, the team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Alton, England
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25% Search Engine Optimization25% Pay Per Click15% Conversion Optimization +5 services15% Digital Strategy5% Advertising5% Content Marketing5% Demand Generation Marketing5% Social Media MarketingGreenhow Digital is a SEO agency. The Alton, England-based firm focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Emmett, ID
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25% Search Engine Optimization25% Pay Per Click25% Social Media Marketing +1 service25% Web DesignAce Seo Boise is a small social media marketing agency based in Emmett, Idaho. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Jose, CA
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30% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media Marketing +2 services20% Web Design10% E-Commerce DevelopmentWebsite SEO Today is a SEO services firm. They are headquartered in San Jose, California and have small team. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Wentzville, MO
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30% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media Marketing +3 services10% Content Marketing10% E-Commerce Development10% UX/UI DesignLaunched in 2001, The Traffik Company is a SEO company. The company focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Saint Charles, MO
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25% Search Engine Optimization50% Web Design25% Pay Per ClickSprkSEM is a web design agency. In Saint Charles, Missouri, the team focuses on Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Idaho Falls, ID
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25% Search Engine Optimization25% Pay Per Click25% Social Media Marketing +1 service25% Web DevelopmentMinkism is a small social media marketing company located in Idaho Falls, Idaho. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Corvallis, MT
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40% Search Engine Optimization30% Web Development20% Web Design +1 service10% Pay Per ClickHeadquartered in Corvallis, Montana, Brightlight Analytics is a small SEO services firm. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Omaha, NE
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30% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media Marketing +2 services20% Web Design10% Marketing StrategySecret Link Marketing LLC, a SEO services firm, was established in 2018. The small team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Henderson, NV
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30% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media Marketing +3 services10% E-Commerce Development10% Email Marketing10% Web DesignLaunched in 2023, KSL Digital Marketing is a SEO services firm. The company specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Reno, NV
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30% Search Engine Optimization40% Web Development20% Pay Per Click +1 service10% E-Commerce DevelopmentLove Your Site is a website development firm. They are located in Reno, Nevada and have small team. Their team focuses on Web Development and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Las Vegas, NV
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30% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media Marketing +3 services10% Graphic Design10% UX/UI Design10% Web DesignHigherRank, a SEO services firm, was established in 2021. The team offers Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Baton Rouge, LA
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40% Search Engine Optimization20% Social Media Marketing20% Web Development +2 services10% Digital Strategy10% Pay Per ClickSeenSEO Marketing Agency is a small Baton Rouge, Louisiana-based SEO services firm. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9El Cajon, CA
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40% Search Engine Optimization20% Web Design10% Email Marketing +3 services10% Pay Per Click10% Robotics Process Automation10% Social Media MarketingClick Track Marketing is a SEO company. They are located in El Cajon, California and have small team. They offer Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Las Vegas, NV
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40% Search Engine Optimization20% CRM Consulting and SI20% Social Media Marketing +2 services10% Email Marketing10% Pay Per ClickAdvanced Digital Experts , a small SEO agency, is based in Las Vegas, Nevada. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Islamabad, Pakistan
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25% Search Engine Optimization25% Pay Per Click25% Social Media Marketing +1 service25% Web DesignAnimotion Hub is a social media marketing company based in Islamabad, Pakistan. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Denver, CO
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30% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click20% Web Design +3 services10% Conversion Optimization10% Sales Outsourcing10% Web DevelopmentDenver Digital Agency is a SEO services firm. The small Denver, Colorado-based team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click. The agency was launched in 2015.
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25% Search Engine Optimization25% Pay Per Click25% Social Media Marketing +2 services15% Marketing Strategy10% Web DesignHappy To Help Marketing!! is a small social media marketing agency in Fishers, Indiana. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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30% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media Marketing +3 services10% Content Marketing10% Content Writing Services10% Email MarketingAmazing SEO is a SEO company established in 2022. The small team offers Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9New York, NY
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40% Search Engine Optimization20% Web Design10% Branding +3 services10% Pay Per Click10% Social Media Marketing10% UX/UI DesignLocated in New York, New York, LegalEdge Marketers is a SEO company. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Salem, OR
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40% Search Engine Optimization20% Social Media Marketing20% Web Design +2 services10% E-Commerce Development10% Pay Per ClickSolutionsTwoGo is a SEO agency. Their team is based in Salem, Oregon and focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9King of Prussia, PA
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30% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media Marketing +2 services20% Web Development10% Web DesignBased in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, First Place Positioning is a SEO company. Founded in 2001, the team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bethlehem, PA
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30% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media Marketing +2 services20% Web Design10% Content MarketingLocated in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, Step 5 Creative is a small SEO company. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Coopersburg, PA
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30% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media Marketing +2 services20% Web Design10% Content Writing ServicesHagens Marketing is a SEO agency. Established in 2015, the agency is based in Coopersburg, Pennsylvania. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lancaster, PA
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30% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click10% Branding +4 services10% Content Marketing10% Logo10% Web Design10% Web DevelopmentDigital Orchestrations Media Group is a SEO agency founded in 2019. In Lancaster, Pennsylvania, the team offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9New Rochelle, NY
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40% Search Engine Optimization20% Web Design10% Branding +3 services10% Content Marketing10% Conversion Optimization10% Pay Per ClickSEO company Shibga Media is in New Rochelle, New York. They offer Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Scotch Plains, NJ
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30% Search Engine Optimization30% Web Design20% IT Managed Services +1 service20% Pay Per ClickShort Hills Design, LLC is a SEO services firm. They are based in Scotch Plains, New Jersey. Their team provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9East Hampton, NY
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40% Search Engine Optimization40% Web Design10% Pay Per Click +1 service10% Social Media MarketingIn East Hampton, New York, Principal Consulting LLC. Is a SEO agency. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Berkeley Township, NJ
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30% Search Engine Optimization30% Web Development20% Pay Per Click +2 services10% Content Marketing10% Marketing StrategyOn The Ball Marketing is a SEO services firm. The team offers Search Engine Optimization and Web Development and is located in Berkeley Township, New Jersey.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Sandy, UT
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30% Search Engine Optimization30% Marketing Strategy20% Pay Per Click +1 service20% Social Media MarketingEstablished in 2017, 10ZING Digital is a small Marketing Strategy company. Their team specializes in Marketing Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Washougal, WA
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40% Search Engine Optimization10% Content Marketing10% Marketing Strategy +4 services10% Pay Per Click10% Social Media Marketing10% Video Marketing10% Web DesignT3 SEO Internet Marketing is a SEO agency. Their team is based in Washougal, Washington and focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Arlington, VA
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40% Search Engine Optimization20% Web Design10% Email Marketing +3 services10% Pay Per Click10% Social Media Marketing10% Web DevelopmentPolianna, LLC is a SEO agency. The team offers Search Engine Optimization and Web Design and is located in Arlington, Virginia.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Cheyenne, WY
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40% Search Engine Optimization10% Content Marketing10% Marketing Strategy +4 services10% Pay Per Click10% Sales Outsourcing10% Social Media Marketing10% Video MarketingSEO services firm Searchific was launched in 2014. Based in Cheyenne, Wyoming and Arlington, Virginia, the team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Philadelphia, PA
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30% Search Engine Optimization25% Web Design25% Web Development +1 service20% Pay Per ClickHeadquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Digital Genius Pros is a small SEO company. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Orlando, FL
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20% Search Engine Optimization30% Pay Per Click30% Social Media Marketing +1 service20% Custom Software DevelopmentKlientech is a social media marketing agency. Their small team of employees is headquartered in Orlando, Florida. Their team offers Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Boston, MA
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25% Search Engine Optimization25% Pay Per Click25% Social Media Marketing +1 service25% Web DesignFirst Buzz Media is a Boston, Massachusetts-based social media marketing company. They specialize in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Pune, India
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25% Search Engine Optimization25% Pay Per Click25% Social Media Marketing +1 service25% Web DevelopmentLaunched in 2024, Digitize Gurus is a social media marketing agency. Their team provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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25% Search Engine Optimization25% Pay Per Click25% Social Media Marketing +2 services15% Other Digital Marketing10% Web DesignConversion Door, a social media marketing company, was launched in 2023. The company focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization, and is small.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Surquillo, Peru
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30% Search Engine Optimization20% Content Marketing20% Digital Strategy +2 services20% Pay Per Click10% Web DesignSEO Fortress is a SEO agency. In Surquillo, Peru and Surquillo, Peru, the agency was established in 2024. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Secunderabad, India
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25% Search Engine Optimization25% Mobile & App Marketing25% Pay Per Click +2 services15% Social Media Marketing10% Content Moderation ServicesLaunched in 2019, Page Optimum is a Mobile & App Marketing company. Their services include Mobile & App Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Haldwani, India
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25% Search Engine Optimization25% Pay Per Click25% Social Media Marketing +1 service25% Web DesignAdbanet is a small social media marketing company. They offer Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and were launched in 2021.
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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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36.2/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Toronto, Canada
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36/40.019.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Bel Air, MD
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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36/40.019.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Costa Mesa, CA
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35.8/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249San Antonio, TX
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35.7/40.020/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience6.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Colorado Springs, CO
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35.5/40.019.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249L'viv, Ukraine
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35.4/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Tampa, FL
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35.4/40.019.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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35.2/40.019.8/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience5.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49South Jordan, UT
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35.1/40.018/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience7.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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+$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+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999
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34.4/40.018/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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34.3/40.018.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Lehi, UT
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34.1/40.018/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$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
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49London, England
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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+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India
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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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