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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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Digi Media Venture is an Advertising company. The Toronto, Canada-based firm specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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Based in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, RankMaster is a social media marketing company. They provide Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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SNV Media, a small social media marketing firm, is in New Delhi, India. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Shkupi, North Macedonia
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Inventive is a branding company headquartered in Shkupi, North Macedonia. Established in 2023, the team specializes in Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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LEKSHMI GEETH is a social media marketing company located in Varkala, India. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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Launched in 2024, DIGI SEO Agency, a small social media marketing company, is based in Ahmedabad, India. Their team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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Small Digital Strategy company Lance Marketing Digital, is in Sao Paulo, Brazil. Their services include Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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Bakbuk Agency is a SEO company. Their small team of employees is in São Paulo, Brazil. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Captain Digital is an Advertising company. They focus on Advertising and Market Research and are headquartered in Petah Tikva, Israel and Ginosar, Israel.
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Legend DigiTech is a social media marketing agency. The Central, England-based firm offers Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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Shahzad Ali is a social media marketing firm. Their team is headquartered in Islamabad, Pakistan. The firm focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Plovdiv, Bulgaria
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GetSEO LTD. Is a social media marketing firm. They are located in Plovdiv, Bulgaria. Their team provides Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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Marketingagentur Wahl is a Digital Strategy company. Their team is located in Rosenheim, Germany. The agency focuses on Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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Advertising company seo companies in usa was founded in 2025. The small team provides Advertising and Other Marketing.
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Hueston is a SEO company. Their team is in Charlotte, North Carolina and focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Miauw! dutch digital agency is a Digital Strategy company founded in 2023. In Noordwijk, Netherlands, the team focuses on Digital Strategy and Conversion Optimization.
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Digital Strategy company Search Growth Marketing is located in California, California. The team offers Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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Digital Flourish Dorset is a social media marketing firm. Launched in 2020, the team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization. The agency is located in Weymouth, England.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Melbourne, Australia
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A&M Media Group is a branding agency. Their team is in Melbourne, Australia. The company offers Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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IV-LEAD, a branding agency, was founded in 2016. The team offers Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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Webonya is a social media marketing agency launched in 2022. The firm provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization, and is small.
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DMSL is a Marketing Strategy company based in Saint-Josse-ten-Noode, Belgium. They offer Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing and were founded in 2018.
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Founded in 2025, MarketSign is a small branding firm. Their team focuses on Branding and Search Engine Optimization.
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Bhardwaj Solutions is a social media marketing agency founded in 2003. Their team provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Two44 Software, a social media marketing company, was established in 2020. The small team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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SG Gurukul is a social media marketing agency in Indore, India. They offer Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and were founded in 2011.
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Launched in 2021, Sib Tech is a small SEO agency. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Budapest, Hungary
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Innowa Marketing is a public relations firm. The agency is located in Budapest, Hungary. Their team provides Public Relations and Social Media Marketing.
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Founded in 2002, 37SOLUTIONS, LLC is a social media marketing agency. Their team provides Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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380 Web Designs is a small social media marketing company headquartered in Frisco, Texas. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Helios Live is a SEO agency. Located in Bucharest, Romania, the team offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Zentrix Technologies is a social media marketing agency. Located in Dehradun, India, their team offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Axonary is a social media marketing company launched in 2024. The small team provides Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Erina, Australia
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Data Driven Digital is a social media marketing company. Established in 2022, the company provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Advertise Green Bay is an Advertising company in Green Bay, Wisconsin. The team focuses on Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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Sky High Digitals is a social media marketing company launched in 2023. The company focuses on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing, and is small.
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AFire Marketing is a Content Marketing company. Founded in 2017, the company is located in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Their services include Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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AlphaGrafikon Ltd is a small SEO services firm headquartered in Scarborough, England. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Altitude Internet Group is a social media marketing agency. Launched in 2014, their team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Clicko is a SEO company located in London, England and Kishoreganj Sadar, Bangladesh. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Anglux is a small Content Marketing company launched in 2016. Their services include Content Marketing and Conversion Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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Launched in 2023, Digital Pulse Agency (DPA) is a branding agency. The team specializes in Branding and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Cagayan de Oro, Philippines
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Digital Strategy company Plus Advantage Digital was founded in 2024. The team specializes in Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization and is headquartered in Cagayan de Oro, Philippines.
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SEO Expert in Dubai is a Digital Strategy company. The team provides Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing and is based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
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Social media marketing agency Preet Web Vision is located in Malerkotla, India. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9London, England
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Regal Roye Limited is a social media marketing company. Launched in 2019, the team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Target Rank SEO is a Troy, Michigan-based SEO company. They specialize in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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2 fox Technology is a social media marketing company. The Zirakpur, India-based firm was launched in 2023. Their team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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Take This Down is a PR firm established in 2019. The team specializes in Public Relations and Market Research.
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Rootsyntax Software Solutions is a social media marketing company. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization, and the firm is headquartered in St. Petersburg, Florida.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Arlington Heights, IL
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38.5/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Paramus, NJ
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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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36.2/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999Copley, OH
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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+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249San Antonio, TX
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Toronto, Canada
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249L'viv, Ukraine
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Costa Mesa, CA
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Colorado Springs, CO
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Tampa, FL
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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+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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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+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Hoffman Estates, IL
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Calgary, Canada
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Dnipro, Ukraine
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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+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Boca Raton, FL
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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+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Odesa, Ukraine
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Chernihiv, Ukraine
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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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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Mississauga, Canada
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33.8/40.019/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience5.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
70% Search Engine Optimization25% Pay Per Click5% 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.