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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Paramus, NJServices provided
See 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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Cura Marketing, a SEO agency, was founded in 2021. Headquartered in Toronto, Canada and Winnipeg, Canada, the team provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Sandton, South Africa
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Web design agency SNWS Digital offers Web Design and Web Development. They were founded in 2018.
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RAIIZZO is a social media marketing company. Established in 2023, the firm is located in Manama, Bahrain. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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Digi Harshul is a social media marketing firm. Launched in 2023, the team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Determinat is a web design company. Founded in 2019, the team specializes in Web Design and Web Development.
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Established in 2022, Momenthum Digital Marketing is a small Bucharest, Romania-based Digital Strategy company. Their services include Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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Conversion Optimization company PilgrimWay Digital Marketing LLC offers Conversion Optimization and Search Engine Optimization. They were established in 2019.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Surat, India
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Ibiznet, a social media marketing firm, was established in 2018. Located in Surat, India, the team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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Apnachoice is a Bengaluru, India-based SEO agency. They specialize in Search Engine Optimization and Advertising and were established in 2023.
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Headquartered in Faridabad, India, Remarket Digital is a social media marketing company. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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AURORA, a branding firm, was founded in 2023. They focuses on Branding and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Tegucigalpa, Honduras
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EncuentraTI is a small Digital Strategy company. Launched in 2018, the team focuses on Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Clearwater, FL
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Small SEO services firm DigiLogic, Inc., is in Clearwater, Florida. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Delhi, India
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Digital Strategy company NGO Partner specializes in Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization. They are in Delhi, India.
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Moximu is a small Email Marketing company. They focus on Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and were established in 2018.
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BrandPepper is a branding firm. They were founded in 2014 and focus on Branding and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Kalispell, MT
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The Sunset Ridge Group, a Digital Strategy company, is based in Kalispell, Montana. The team provides Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Fish Eye Advertising is a web design company headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Founded in 2019, the team specializes in Web Design and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Kolkata, India
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Founded in 2015, SysTab is a small social media marketing agency based in Kolkata, India. Their team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Upton, MA
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Established in 2018, the website woker is a social media marketing firm. The small team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Web design agency Wise Digital Marketing Agency Ltd was launched in 2017. The small team focuses on Web Design and Advertising.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Singapore
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Crazysoft solutions, a branding agency, specializes in Branding and Social Media Marketing. The agency is in Singapore.
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Exceptional Ad Agency is a Digital Strategy company. Their team is based in Rajkot, India and offers Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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Digital Shubham Thakur, a SEO agency, was established in 2023. Headquartered in Mumbai, India, the team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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Creativebuzz, a small SEO company, is located in. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Sparklyseo It Services is a social media marketing firm. Headquartered in Bhubaneswar, India, the agency was launched in 2016. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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Established in 2022, Mirakii Consulting is a small web development company. Their services include Web Development and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Gurugram, India
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GrowUni Technologies Private Limited specializes in SEO and social media growth, enhancing online visibility and website ranking. Clients appreciate their effective strategies, timely delivery, and commitment to accurate services, noting significant improvements in search optimization and social media presence. Their competitive pricing and value for cost further distinguish them as a reliable partner in search engine marketing.
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Adnivate Digital Marketing Solutions is a web design agency. Launched in 2010, their team provides Web Design and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Amersham, England
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EXplosion digital is a small Digital Strategy company. They offer Digital Strategy and Custom Software Development and were founded in 2012.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Mississauga, Canada
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Web Design Mate Inc. Is a Mississauga, Canada-based Advertising company. They focus on Advertising and Pay Per Click.
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Adonis Digital is a small web development firm. They provide Web Development and Web Design and were launched in 2015.
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AH Digital is a social media marketing firm. Their team is headquartered in Chunian, Pakistan. The agency focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Manchester, England
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List and Found is a small Digital Strategy company. Founded in 2021, the team focuses on Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Bengaluru, India
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Thrivemattic is a Digital Strategy company founded in 2024. The firm offers Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization, and is small.
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Growth Labs Co is a Conversion Optimization company. Established in 2018, the team provides Conversion Optimization and Search Engine Optimization.
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Headquartered in London , England, HOOKXMARKETING is a small social media marketing agency. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Berlin, Germany
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Achso! Performance is a Digital Strategy company launched in 2020. Located in Berlin, Germany, the team provides Digital Strategy and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Bengaluru, India
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Tweakalize Digital Marketing Agency is a SEO company. Founded in 2019, their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Lahore, Pakistan
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Launched in 2018, DXMSoft is a PPC company. Their team focuses on Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Lucknow, India
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Launchigo Media Pvt Ltd is a small Mobile & App Marketing company. They specialize in Mobile & App Marketing and Affiliate Marketing and were established in 2018.
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See all 1 projectsAbout Qognition – B2B SEO & Digital Marketing for Law, Accounting, and Industrial Firms Qognition is a specialized digital marketing agency helping boring businesses grow — including
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Varanasi, India
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Launched in 2022, Netinfosolution is a SEO company. The company offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click, and is small.
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Blue Horse Tech Solution, a social media marketing company, provide Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing. They were established in 2020.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Gillingham, England
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Techtribune Ltd, a social media marketing company, is located in Gillingham, England. Established in 2024, the team offers Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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Coursefiction is a branding agency launched in 2023. The small team specializes in Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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Digital Nexus Strategy is a SEO agency based in Boca Raton, Florida. They offer Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click and were established in 2021.
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Launched in 2018, WebHipsters is a small Conversion Optimization company. Their services include Conversion Optimization and Search Engine Optimization.
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Cinzel India, a social media marketing company, is based in Noida, India. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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Creative Warrior, an Advertising company, is headquartered in Heathridge, Australia. They provide Advertising and Social Media Marketing and were established in 2000.
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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 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Costa Mesa, CA
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249San Antonio, TX
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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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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Tampa, FL
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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 - 49Toronto, Canada
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49South Jordan, UT
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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+$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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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Lehi, UT
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Odesa, Ukraine
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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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55% Search Engine Optimization15% Pay Per Click30% 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.