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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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See all 2 projectsWe help companies and individuals grow through our unique digital marketing strategies and innovative website design techniques.
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See all 1 projectsbyShep offers services including SEO, site migration, custom design, and module development for route searches. Reviews highlight their effective project management, timely delivery, and significant improvements in online visibility, website ranking, and overall business performance. Clients appreciate their value for cost, technical support, and adherence to project requirements.
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See all 1 projectsNineerial offers services in website development and search engine optimization, including on-page and off-page SEO, to enhance online visibility and website ranking. The reviews consistently highlight their timely completion, quality deliverables, and innovative approach, emphasizing their exceptional communication and commitment to meeting client expectations and project goals.
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See all 1 projectsThe Hawk Tech provides comprehensive digital solutions, including advanced full-stack development with a focus on Search Optimization and enhancing Online Visibility. Client reviews highlight their technical mastery, timely project delivery, and strong communication, resulting in improved website performance and user engagement. Clients appreciate their flexibility and responsiveness, though suggest a more proactive approach during the planning phase.
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See all 1 projectsMivja – Best Web Development, Graphic Design & Digital Marketing Courses in Kolkata Mivja is a leading institute offering job-oriented courses in web development, graphic design, and
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See all 1 projectsWe transform businesses with impactful online presence and strategic digital growth. Our expert team specializes in: - Web Development : Custom, high-performance websites.- UI/UX Design: Intuitive,
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See all 1 projectsRankedAI is the first agency focused entirely on helping brands become the trusted answer on ChatGPT, Gemini, Bing Chat, and other AI-driven search platforms. We turn every AI-generated query
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See all 1 projectsThe Zubix is a results-driven digital marketing agency that helps businesses grow online through smart, creative solutions. We offer services like social media marketing, SEO, website and app
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
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ConnectedMarkets is a SEO company. The company is based in Los Angeles, California. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Hudson Creative is a Digital Strategy company in New York, New York. They specialize in Digital Strategy and Advertising and were established in 2014.
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Small social media marketing firm Source 5 Solutions, is located in Dallas, Texas. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Phoenix, AZ
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MorePro is a social media marketing agency. They were established in 1995, and their services include Social Media Marketing and Conversion Optimization.
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MD Media is a SEO agency. They are based in Houston, Texas and have small team of experts. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9San Antonio, TX
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Social Media SA is a SEO services firm. Headquartered in San Antonio, Texas, the agency was launched in 2015. Their team offers Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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D6 Interactive is a web design agency. Founded in 2009, the company is headquartered in Dallas, Texas. Their services include Web Design and Web Development.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Arlington, TX
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VTG Business Group, a web design agency, was launched in 2013. The agency offers Web Design and Digital Strategy.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Alexandria, VA
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Done Collective is a web design company. Founded in 2010, the agency is in Alexandria, Virginia. Their team provides Web Design and Graphic Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Manaus, Brazil
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Bravery Digital Marketing is a Digital Strategy company established in 2015. The agency provides Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization, and is small.
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Launched in 2011, DARWIN Media is a social media marketing company. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Charlottetown, Canada
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The Dunne Group is an Advertising company launched in 1998. The team focuses on Advertising and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Saint Peters Bay, Canada
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AOR Solutions is a Business Consulting company. Their small team of employees is in Saint Peters Bay, Canada. Their team specializes in Business Consulting and Graphic Design.
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Barodian Advertising is a Content Marketing company. They offer Content Marketing and Digital Strategy and are headquartered in St. John's, Canada.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9South Bend, IN
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Fish Marketing Inc - Indiana, a small Event Marketing company, is headquartered in South Bend, Indiana. Their services include Event Marketing and Out of Home Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Quebec City, Canada
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Fungo :: Logiciels sur mesure, a software development firm, is based in Quebec City, Canada. Their services include Custom Software Development and Mobile App Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Valparaiso, IN
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JWM Marketing & Web Design, a small graphic design agency, is located in Valparaiso, Indiana. The team offers Graphic Design and Logo.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Markham, Canada
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Launched in 2012, Profound Ideation Inc. Is a small Business Consulting company. Their team focuses on Business Consulting and Search Engine Optimization.
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Shinn Technology Services Corporation - Fishers, Indiana is a small Fishers, Indiana-based IT strategy consulting company. Their services include IT strategy consulting and Business Consulting.
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Launched in 2016, Feigley Communications is a small Advertising company based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Their team provides Advertising and Graphic Design.
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Graphic design agency Gorilla Design Studio is located in Shreveport, Louisiana. Founded in 2006, the team focuses on Graphic Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Coeur d'Alene, ID
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Graphic design company ArtCoLab was launched in 2013. In Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, the team provides Graphic Design and Web Design.
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Established in 2006, Erazel Designs is an user experience design company. The team offers UX/UI Design and E-Commerce Development and is located in Glasgow , Scotland.
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GAAP Digital Marketing is a Glasgow , Scotland-based graphic design company. They specialize in Graphic Design and Search Engine Optimization and were launched in 2003.
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Neoreef is a Marketing Strategy company. They are located in Boise, Idaho. Their team specializes in Marketing Strategy and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Paisley , Scotland
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Xperts Web Design, an e-commerce development company, was founded in 2013. The agency focuses on E-Commerce Development and Graphic Design.
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Foxnose, a web design agency, provide Web Design and Web Development. They were launched in 2001.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Uddingston, Scotland
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DM Web Solutions is an e-commerce development company in Uddingston, Scotland. They provide E-Commerce Development and Email Marketing.
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Launched in 2001, Elements Design Studio is an e-commerce development firm. Their services include E-Commerce Development and Search Engine Optimization.
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Business Consulting company The McClain Companies is based in Boise, Idaho. The team provides Business Consulting and Accounting.
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DMV Graphics LLC is a small Stafford, Virginia-based graphic design agency. Their services include Graphic Design and Logo.
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Advertising company Brand Spells specializes in Advertising and Branding. They are based in Columbia, South Carolina.
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Branding company Southern Tide Media is based in North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Launched in 2013, the team provides Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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Launch UK is a small Birmingham , England-based Digital Strategy company. The team focuses on Digital Strategy and E-Commerce Development.
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Full Circle Public Relations is an Event Marketing company. Founded in 2009, the agency is in Greer, South Carolina. Their team focuses on Event Marketing and Public Relations.
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Established in 2012, The Whitaker Group is a small Greenville, South Carolina-based Email Marketing company. Their services include Email Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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J&R Marketing, a graphic design company, was founded in 2017. The team offers Graphic Design and Logo.
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Carbon Creative Agency is a Corporate Photography company. They are headquartered in Providence, Rhode Island, and their services include Corporate Photography and Marketing Strategy.
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Curve Trends Marketing is a PPC company launched in 2010. The agency offers Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization, and is small.
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RaeSea Internet Marketing is a San Diego, California-based Email Marketing company. They provide Email Marketing and Pay Per Click and were established in 2002.
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Digital Assembly is a Digital Strategy company founded in 2016. Their services include Digital Strategy and Pay Per Click.
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Relacion is a Digital Strategy company. They focus on Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization and are in Melbourne, Australia.
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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 / 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.