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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49L'viv, UkraineServices provided
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See all 14 projectsGrowthMate is a specialized SEO agency focusing on enhancing online visibility through strategic link-building and organic search optimization. With a strong emphasis on high-quality backlinks and brand mentions, they have effectively improved website rankings and domain authority for their clients. An impressive 100% of reviews highlight GrowthMate's excellent project management and ability to deliver timely results, leading to significant growth in organic traffic and digital visibility enhancement.
$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Glendale, CAServices provided
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See all 84 projectsLoopex Digital is an SEO agency specializing in enhancing online visibility through strategic link-building, technical SEO audits, and content optimization. Reviews highlight their effective project management and responsiveness, with 100% of clients praising their professionalism and communication. Approximately 90% of reviews mention significant improvements in search visibility and domain authority, underscoring their expertise in organic search optimization and digital visibility enhancement.
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Stardust Designs is a small SEO company in Boerne, Texas. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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Content Writing Services company The Amazon Books Publisher focuses on Content Writing Services and Branding. They were established in 2016.
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Cloud Inspector Web Design, a SEO company, is located in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. Launched in 2012, the team provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancer
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Based in Sofia, Bulgaria, SEO G Ads PRO is a SEO agency. They provide Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Jeremy Rivera SEO, a SEO company, was founded in 2008. They provides Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr50 - 249New Delhi, India
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Launched in 2015, aiscelsys is a midsize artificial intelligence development company. Their services include Artificial Intelligence and Custom Software Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Newburgh, IN
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Established in 2016, VIV is a midsize Advertising company located in Newburgh, Indiana. Their team provides Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249San Francisco, CA
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BuzzBoard is a CRM consulting and SI company. The team is in San Francisco, California and Lyndhurst, New Jersey, and their services include CRM consulting and SI and Sales Outsourcing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Warszawa, Poland
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Cube Group, a midsize Advertising company, is located in Warszawa, Poland. Their services include Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerNewbridge, Ireland
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WebBuddy, a small SEO company, is located in Newbridge, Ireland. The team offers Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Dhaka, Bangladesh
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Brand Bencher || Best Digital Marketing Agency & Promotional Video Dhaka is a branding company based in Dhaka, Bangladesh. They provide Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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Channel Technologies Pvt Ltd is a social media marketing agency founded in 1998. In Noida, India, the team offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Ludhiana, India
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Ivcteam is a social media marketing agency based in Ludhiana, India. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Seoul, South Korea
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Studio Dreamss™ is an Event Marketing company. The team is headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, and their services include Event Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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Launched in 2024, Digital eSource, a small SEO services firm, is in Cheyenne, Wyoming. Their team offers Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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Digital Marketing | VIJAY - Best SEO Service In Ahmedabad is a SEO company. The company is based in Ahmedabad, India. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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Arun Tamang is a SEO agency. The Kathmandu, Nepal-based agency was launched in 2024. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Austin, TX
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Launched in 2021, Cosmo Inc is a midsize Austin, Texas-based Digital Strategy company. Their services include Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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WebX Promoters is a Dubai, United Arab Emirates-based social media marketing agency. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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E-commerce development firm Up2China is based in Chengdu, China. They specialize in E-Commerce Development and Branding.
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Doncaster SEO Company is a SEO services firm. Established in 2023, the company is in Doncaster, England. Their team provides Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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Link SEO is a Conversion Optimization company. The team is headquartered in Berlin, Germany, and their services include Conversion Optimization and Search Engine Optimization.
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SEO company Web-Mastery is located in Bietigheim-Bissingen, Germany. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancer
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Small SEO company NG Digital Design, is located in Wilmington, North Carolina. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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WeMarket is a Digital Strategy company established in 2013. The agency specializes in Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing, and is midsize.
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Sophon Strategies, a Content Marketing company, is headquartered in New York, New York. Launched in 2020, the team provides Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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IC SEO Agency is a social media marketing company based in Glasgow, Scotland. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Located in Tarnów, Poland, Witryna4you is a SEO company. They focus on Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Palatine, IL
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American Built Web is a web design agency. The team is in Palatine, Illinois, and their services include Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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Established in 2019, datashake is a midsize New York, New York-based PPC agency. Their team provides Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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Content Plans is a social media marketing firm. Located in بني سويف, Egypt, their midsize team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Marketing Strategy. The agency was launched in 2014.
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Midsize social media marketing agency FuturenixMedia, is headquartered in Mumbai, India. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Almaty, Kazakhstan
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Astrix.kz is a website development firm. Their midsize team is in Almaty, Kazakhstan. Their services include Web Development and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hrFreelancerSt. Louis, MO
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Launched in 2026, Jamison Software Solutions is a small SEO services firm. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Founded in 2023, The Gold Technologies is a web development firm. The company provides Web Development and E-Commerce Development, and is small.
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Based in Hyderabad, India, Apex Webmasters is an Email Marketing company. Launched in 2021, the team specializes in Email Marketing and Content Marketing.
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Dr Digitalzest is a Content Marketing company based in New Delhi, India. Launched in 2025, the team specializes in Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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Launched in 2001, JB Systems LLC is a small web development firm. Their services include Web Development and Email Marketing.
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Launched in 1997, First Net Impressions, LLC is a small Altoona, Wisconsin-based graphic design company. Their services include Graphic Design and Logo.
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Solvoix is a website development firm. Launched in 2023, the agency specializes in Web Development and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Thessaloniki, Greece
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Social media marketing firm ThessWebsite was founded in 2016. Located in Thessaloniki, Greece, the team provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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See all 2 projectsGolden Markers is a specialist digital marketing agency dedicated to the education sector. We work with schools, colleges, and coaching institutes to build visibility, attract the right audience,
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See all 1 projectsHyperlink was founded with a mission to deliver service excellence by providing a quality offering that adds value through digital. We care about our customers, which is why we not only adopt a
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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See all 23 projectsBrenton Way is a dedicated SEO agency offering comprehensive services such as keyword analysis, on-page optimization, and content creation to enhance digital visibility. Reviews highlight their SEO expertise, strategic approach, and responsive project management, with 100% of reviewers praising their professionalism and effectiveness. Notably, Brenton Way achieved a 40% increase in organic traffic for one client, underscoring their capacity for significant online visibility enhancement.
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See all 1 projectsBrainbox tech specializes in Search Engine Optimization, Search Engine Marketing, and enhancing online visibility. The reviews highlight the company's ability to consistently deliver high-quality work on time, with proactive communication and adaptability. Clients have praised their problem-solving skills and commitment to exceeding expectations, leading to a significant increase in measurable outcomes, such as property sales.
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See all 1 projectsShunyity Tech Solutions offers IT services with a focus on software development and web applications. Reviews highlight their strong customer focus, timely delivery, and value for money, with clients appreciating their agile project management and proactive suggestions that enhance customer engagement.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Dallas, TX
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Globe Runner, a SEO agency, was founded in 2006. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Newcastle-under-Lyme, England
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MediaHeads is a branding firm. Launched in 2007, the team offers Branding and Mobile App Development. The company is in Newcastle-under-Lyme, England.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Tonbridge, England
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Small user experience design company MCM Net, is based in Tonbridge, England. Their services include UX/UI Design and Content Marketing.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Norwich , England
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TEN Creative is an user experience company launched in 2011. The team provides UX/UI Design and Web Design and is based in Norwich , England.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Tallinn, Estonia
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49London, England
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Odesa, Ukraine
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Arlington Heights, IL
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999Copley, OH
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Odesa, Ukraine
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Oklahoma City, OK
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Delhi, India
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Nashville, TN
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Paramus, NJ
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Guildford, England
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49The Woodlands, TX
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Diego, CA
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Marion, IL
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$1,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Harrisburg, PA
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Boise, ID
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Anaheim, CA
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Yerevan, Armenia
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Derby, England
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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$50,000+$300+ / hr50 - 249San Francisco, CA
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Toronto, Canada
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Pearland, TX
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Link Building Company FAQs
Looking for a link building company but not sure where to start? We've put together answers to the most common questions businesses ask when searching for a trusted partner. This FAQ covers what you need to know before hiring a link building company, from pricing and services to results and red flags.
Clutch highlights companies with proven tactics for earning high-authority backlinks that drive search visibility twice a year based on a proprietary methodology. The top link-building companies for Fall 2025 include:
A link building company earns high-quality backlinks that point to your website. They research relevant publishers, craft personalized outreach, and negotiate placements on authoritative domains. By securing contextual links, they boost your site’s authority, improve keyword rankings, and drive referral traffic, all while ensuring each link aligns with Google’s quality guidelines.
Common offerings include:
- Blogger and journalist outreach
- Guest post ideation, writing, and placement
- Broken-link replacement and link reclamation
- Competitor backlink gap analysis
- Digital PR and sponsored content negotiations
- Anchor-text planning and on-page optimization
These can be delivered as one-off campaigns or ongoing link building services bundled with broader SEO link building strategies.
Clutch pricing data shows most link building projects fall under $10,000, with hourly rates averaging $25–$49. Costs rise when campaigns require premium publisher fees, large content volumes, or multi-language outreach. Always request a line-item quote that lists: number of links, target domain authorities, content production, and reporting cadence.
Start by reviewing case studies that match your industry and traffic goals. Look for:
- Proven results on relevant keywords
- Transparent reporting dashboards
- Publisher relationships in your niche
- Ethical, manual outreach and not automated spam
- Communication that fits your team’s workflow
Shortlist three agencies, interview them about strategy, and compare link quality, and not just quantity, before signing.
- Guaranteed rankings or link quantities (“100 DA-90 links in 30 days”)
- Private blog networks (PBNs) or other black-hat tactics
- Lack of sample reports or publisher lists
- Vague pricing with surprise “placement fees” later
- Thin, duplicate, or AI-generated guest posts
If you spot any of the above, keep searching.
- Which metrics define a “quality” backlink for you?
- How do you select anchor text and avoid over-optimization?
- What tools do you use for prospecting, outreach, and reporting?
- How do you ensure compliance with Google guidelines?
- Can you share recent examples in my industry, including results?
- How often will I receive progress reports and what will they include?
Specialized agencies have established publisher relationships, refined outreach processes, and the bandwidth to scale campaigns quickly. Compared with in-house hiring, you gain a full team, including strategists, writers, and PR specialists, at a predictable monthly cost, accelerating SEO link building without long onboarding cycles.
Freelancers can be cost-effective for small volumes or niche edits, but agencies offer diversified link sources, risk mitigation, and multi-person expertise. If you need consistent, large-scale link acquisition or require reporting across multiple markets, an agency is typically the safer choice.