Best Local SEO Companies & Services
-
$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9
Services provided
Focus Areas
Bechieve Marketing is a social media marketing company. Established in 2021, their team offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
Read more -
$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9
Services provided
Focus Areas
Aysa SEO Agency is a small SEO services firm. Established in 2022, the team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
Services provided
Focus Areas
Formula Internet - SEO, Lead Gen & Digital Marketing is a SEO company launched in 2016. The small team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Conversion Optimization.
Read more -
Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Edmonton, Canada
Services provided
Focus Areas
SEO services firm Northern Wave Digital is located in Edmonton, Canada. They offer Search Engine Optimization and Video Marketing and were founded in 2023.
Read more -
Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India
Services provided
Focus Areas
Seoecosystem, a Content Marketing and SEO agency, was launched in 2023. The team offers Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9London, England
Services provided
Focus Areas
Mac Productions SEO is a SEO company. The small London, England-based team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click. The company was launched in 1996.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9
Services provided
Focus Areas
Located in Swainsboro, Georgia, ClickBuddie is a small SEO services firm. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
Read more -
$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Laredo, TX
Services provided
Focus Areas
Adoomz is a SEO company. They provide Search Engine Optimization and Advertising and were founded in 2023.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Charleston, SC
Services provided
Focus Areas
Charleston SEO is a SEO services firm. Established in 2021, the firm is in Charleston, South Carolina. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Conversion Optimization.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9București, Romania
Services provided
Focus Areas
Seosfera is a SEO agency. They were launched in 2013 and specialize in Search Engine Optimization and Marketing Strategy.
Read more -
$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Baltimore, MD
Services provided
Focus Areas
Digital Marketing Mavericks is a small SEO company. Founded in 2024, the team offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
Read more -
$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
Services provided
Focus Areas
Based in Pune, India, Visibility Ventures is a small SEO services firm. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
Read more -
$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9
Services provided
Focus Areas
Conductive Web is a small SEO agency. Launched in 2022, the team provides Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
Read more -
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Wilmington, NC
Services provided
Focus Areas
Wise Raven Consulting is a SEO company. Launched in 2024, their team provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
Read more -
$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9
Services provided
Focus Areas
Social media marketing company Digital Platform Agency is headquartered in Jibannagar, Bangladesh. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
Read more -
$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Fort Collins, CO
Services provided
Focus Areas
Headquartered in Fort Collins, Colorado, Fule is a SEO services firm. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
Read more -
$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Jeffreys Bay, South Africa
Services provided
Focus Areas
MotherTyper is a small social media marketing company. They provide Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and were established in 2021.
Read more -
$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9
Services provided
Focus Areas
Headquartered in Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India, WebRank Infotech is a SEO company and PPC agency. They offer Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click and were founded in 2025.
Read more -
$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Athina, Greece
Services provided
Focus Areas
Content Marketing company Salty Digital focuses on Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization. They were established in 2023.
Read more -
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9
Services provided
Focus Areas
Alyft is a small SEO agency. Founded in 2025, the team offers Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy.
Read more -
$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
Services provided
Focus Areas
BD SEO AGENCY is a SEO company established in 2024. The company focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing, and is small.
Read more -
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Zaragoza, Spain
Services provided
Focus Areas
Drums Agency is a Zaragoza, Spain-based social media marketing company. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
Read more -
$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9
Services provided
Focus Areas
Launched in 2025, Growth Outreach Lab is a small Kolkata, India-based SEO agency. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
Read more -
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9
Services provided
Focus Areas
Market Disruptors Agency is a SEO services firm established in 2022. The company focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy.
Read more -
$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Orange Walk, Belize
Services provided
Focus Areas
Cloudsurge Inc. Is an Orange Walk, Belize-based SEO agency. They specialize in Search Engine Optimization and Web Development.
Read more -
$1,000+< $25 / hrFreelancerMuntinlupa, Philippines
Services provided
Focus Areas
SEO Specialist in Philippines – Johny Corcuera is a Muntinlupa, Philippines-based SEO services firm. Founded in 2024, the team focuses on Search Engine Optimization.
Read more -
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Richmond, Australia
Services provided
Focus Areas
Apex Strategy is a Digital Strategy company. In Richmond, Australia, the team provides Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
Read more -
$1,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerToronto, Canada
Services provided
Focus Areas
Headquartered in Toronto, Canada and Canada, Adam H Young is a SEO agency. They provide Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click and were launched in 2007.
Read more -
$1,000+UndisclosedFreelancer
Services provided
Focus Areas
Established in 2016, Clovr Creative is a SEO agency and web design company. In Tempe, Arizona and , the team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
Read more -
$1,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancerMytholmroyd, England
Services provided
Focus Areas
SEO services firm John Sutcliffe is in Mytholmroyd, England and England. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Bogotá, Colombia
Services provided
Focus Areas
Alün Ideas is an Advertising company. Their team is in Bogotá, Colombia. The firm offers Advertising and Branding.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancer
Services provided
Focus Areas
Designnn, a branding agency, provide Branding and Search Engine Optimization. They were established in 2020.
Read more -
$1,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerBerlin, Germany
Services provided
Focus Areas
Search Pirates is a Berlin, Germany-based SEO company. Established in 2021, the team provides Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
Read more -
$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Long Beach, CA
Services provided
Focus Areas
Web design company Grow Tech Solution is in Long Beach, California. Established in 1994, the team focuses on Web Design and Web Development.
Read more -
$1,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerWigan, England
Services provided
Focus Areas
Kingfisher SEO is a Wigan, England-based SEO services firm. They focus on Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing and were founded in 2021.
Read more -
$1,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancer
Services provided
Focus Areas
ProNext Digital Solutions is a Digital Strategy company. The firm was founded in 2022. Their team focuses on Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
Read more -
Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hrFreelancer
Services provided
Focus Areas
Small Content Marketing and SEO agency Scott Robertson SEO, is headquartered in Temecula, California. Their services include Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
Read more -
$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249San Antonio, TX
Services provided
Focus Areas
American Writers Association is a San Jose, California-based Content Writing Services company. Established in 2005, the team offers Content Writing Services and Content Marketing.
Read more -
$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Lahore, Pakistan
Services provided
Focus Areas
Webraphics Web Design. Company is a web design company. The Lahore, Pakistan-based company focuses on Web Design and Web Development.
Read more -
$100,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249
Services provided
Focus Areas
Founded in 2011, Website Tech Pro is a social media marketing firm. Their team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
Read more -
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249
Services provided
Focus Areas
Software development company BBX INFOTECH PRIVATE LIMITED is based in Dehradun, India. The team specializes in Custom Software Development and API Development.
Read more -
Undisclosed< $25 / hrFreelancer
Services provided
Focus Areas
Rezaour Rahman is a Digital Strategy and SEO company. They are in Dhaka, Bangladesh, and their services include Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
Read more -
$1,000+< $25 / hrFreelancer
Services provided
Focus Areas
See all 1 projectsKSITSOLUTIONS specializes in web development and digital marketing, providing services such as UX/UI design for web applications. Reviews highlight the company's excellent project management, timely delivery, and strong work culture, demonstrating dedication and professionalism. Clients appreciate KSITSOLUTIONS' ability to clearly understand and execute tasks effectively.
-
$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9
Services provided
Focus Areas
See all 10 projectsAbcentix Digital - Out of Business provided SEO, digital marketing, and social media services, focusing on improving online visibility and website ranking. Reviews highlight their effectiveness in achieving significant increases in online traffic, conversions, and social media engagement. Clients consistently praised their reliable communication and ability to deliver measurable results.
-
UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Wigston, England
Services provided
Focus Areas
See all 1 projectsSEOMAKER - Out of Business was an SEO agency focused on enhancing online visibility and website ranking through organic search optimization and on-page SEO. Client feedback was overwhelmingly positive, with 100% noting improved sales and SERP positioning. Clients praised their prompt service delivery and competitive pricing, highlighting exceptional communication and project management.
-
$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Los Angeles, CA
Services provided
Focus Areas
TopHatRank.com is a SEO services firm. The Los Angeles, California-based firm was launched in 2008. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Halifax, Canada
Services provided
Focus Areas
Bluecore Media is a social media marketing agency. They are located in Halifax, Canada and have small team. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Web Design.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lower Sackville, Canada
Services provided
Focus Areas
Roddis Communications Inc., a Content Marketing company, is located in Lower Sackville, Canada. They provide Content Marketing and Graphic Design.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Tuscaloosa, AL
Services provided
Focus Areas
Alchemist Branding is an Advertising company. Their small team is located in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
Read more -
UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chicago, IL
Services provided
Focus Areas
Activate Hype is a small Advertising company established in 2018. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
Read more
Share your project goals, and we’ll connect you with verified partners who fit your budget and timeline.
Get My Matches
Tell us what you need — we’ll match you with top agencies in minutes.
Get My MatchesWhy Trust Clutch
At Clutch, we believe trust is the foundation of every business relationship. Our mission is to help buyers make confident, data-backed decisions informed by real client experiences.
Every review on Clutch undergoes a rigorous, human-led verification process to make sure it’s valid. Our team of specialists confirms the identity of each reviewer, ensures the project is legitimate, and only publishes reviews that meet our strict criteria.
Verification doesn’t stop at the point of publication. Our Trust & Safety team routinely audits older reviews against our guidelines. When reviews fall short of our standards, we remove them.
We evaluate service providers using a structured methodology that combines:
- In-depth client interviews and ratings
- Comprehensive project details
- Market presence
- Portfolio examples and industry recognition
This data powers tools like the Leaders Matrix, which helps you compare agencies directly. Our research team curates rankings by weighing verified reviews most heavily, so the most trusted and experienced providers rise to the top.
Using this unique combination of verified client feedback and provider-supplied insights, Clutch distills the most important details into clear, digestible summaries so you have everything you need to make confident, informed decisions quickly.
We take fraud seriously. Providers who violate our guidelines may face lower rankings, restricted visibility, or removal from the platform altogether.
Clutch’s commitment to transparency is ongoing. We’re constantly refining our systems to protect the integrity of reviews and support you in finding the right agency.
List of the Top 15 Local Search Engine Optimization Companies
-
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Paramus, NJ
Ability to deliver
37.4/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
50% Search Engine Optimization60% Local search50% Other -
$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Arlington Heights, IL
Ability to deliver
38.5/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
40% Search Engine Optimization20% Local search60% Other -
$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249San Antonio, TX
Ability to deliver
35.7/40.020/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience6.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
70% Search Engine Optimization50% Local search30% Other -
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Diego, CA
Ability to deliver
38.2/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
40% Search Engine Optimization20% Local search60% Other -
$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Pearland, TX
Ability to deliver
35.2/40.019.8/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience5.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
35% Search Engine Optimization25% Local search65% Other -
$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Marion, IL
Ability to deliver
37.4/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
70% Search Engine Optimization20% Local search30% Other -
$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Delhi, India
Ability to deliver
35.9/40.019.8/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience6.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
50% Search Engine Optimization30% Local search50% Other -
$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Miami, FL
Ability to deliver
35.8/40.017.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8/10 Market PresenceService focus
55% Search Engine Optimization40% Local search45% Other -
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Seattle, WA
Ability to deliver
32.8/40.016.8/20 Reviews9.6/10 Clients & Experience6.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
100% Search Engine Optimization55% Local search -
$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Oklahoma City, OK
Ability to deliver
37/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7/10 Market PresenceService focus
100% Search Engine Optimization20% Local search -
$1,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Harrisburg, PA
Ability to deliver
35.8/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
70% Search Engine Optimization15% Local search30% Other -
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Guildford, England
Ability to deliver
36.7/40.019/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
100% Search Engine Optimization15% Local search -
$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49London, England
Ability to deliver
37/40.019.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
100% Search Engine Optimization10% Local search -
$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
Ability to deliver
31.3/40.018/20 Reviews9.1/10 Clients & Experience4.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
70% Search Engine Optimization70% Local search30% Other -
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Ashford, AL
Ability to deliver
31.2/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
100% Search Engine Optimization100% Local search -
$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India
Ability to deliver
35.8/40.020/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience6.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
100% Search Engine Optimization20% Local search -
$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Chernihiv, Ukraine
Ability to deliver
33.2/40.017.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
80% Search Engine Optimization40% Local search20% Other -
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Lehi, UT
Ability to deliver
34.1/40.018/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
75% Search Engine Optimization25% Local search25% Other -
$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Toronto, Canada
Ability to deliver
36/40.019.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
70% Search Engine Optimization10% Local search30% Other -
$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Dallas, TX
Ability to deliver
30.7/40.017.2/20 Reviews8.7/10 Clients & Experience4.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
85% Search Engine Optimization100% Local search15% Other -
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
Ability to deliver
33.1/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
70% Search Engine Optimization30% Local search30% Other -
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Mooloolaba, Australia
Ability to deliver
34.8/40.019.2/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience5.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
50% Search Engine Optimization30% Local search50% Other -
$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Colorado Springs, CO
Ability to deliver
35.5/40.019.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
70% Search Engine Optimization10% Local search30% Other -
$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
Ability to deliver
35.1/40.019.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
75% Search Engine Optimization15% Local search25% Other -
$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249L'viv, Ukraine
Ability to deliver
35.4/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
80% Search Engine Optimization10% Local search20% Other -
$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Irving, TX
Ability to deliver
36.3/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
10% Search Engine Optimization25% Local search90% Other -
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Odesa, Ukraine
Ability to deliver
33.7/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
40% Search Engine Optimization15% Local search60% Other -
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Tampa, FL
Ability to deliver
35.4/40.019.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6/10 Market PresenceService focus
70% Search Engine Optimization10% Local search30% Other -
$50,000+$300+ / hr50 - 249San Francisco, CA
Ability to deliver
35.2/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
75% Search Engine Optimization10% Local search25% Other -
$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Greenwood, IN
Ability to deliver
29.7/40.014.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience4.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
80% Search Engine Optimization50% Local search20% Other
Latest Local SEO Articles
See all articles
One Strategy, Two Systems: How to Build Link Authority That Reaches Both Search and AI
Over 76% of pages cited in AI Overviews already rank in the top 10 organically, but ranking alone no longer guarantees you'll be the brand AI names. Here's...
Local SEO Firm FAQs
Looking for a local SEO firm 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 local SEO firm, from pricing and services to results and red flags.
Clutch evaluates firms that help businesses boost visibility in local search results twice a year based on a proprietary methodology. The highest-rated local SEO agencies for Fall 2025 include:
Freelancers can be cost-effective for single-location businesses needing basic citation work. Agencies provide multidisciplinary teams—strategists, content writers, link builders—ideal for competitive markets or multi-location chains. Agencies also offer redundant resources, so your campaign doesn’t stall if one person gets busy or sick.
Keeping a close eye on key performance indicators (KPIs) is crucial for gauging the effectiveness of a local SEO providers’ services. Here are some of the common metrics for your reference:
- Increase in map pack impressions and clicks
- Growth in tracked phone calls and form fills
- Year-over-year foot traffic or sales comparisons
- Direction requests and call-tracking numbers
Advanced agencies integrate CRM data to tie revenue directly to local SEO efforts. A good partner will guide you when evaluating these metrics, maximizing real-time data to continuously improve their work.
Choosing the ideal local SEO provider requires in-depth knowledge on your project and the right criteria to assess to ensure alignment. Start by narrowing options to agencies with proven wins in your city or industry, then follow these steps:
- Read third-party reviews that mention ranking improvements and ROI.
- Ask for case studies that mirror your goals (e.g., calls, visits, bookings).
- Verify reporting cadence and tool stack—weekly call? Google Looker Studio report?
- Confirm they follow Google’s spam-free, guideline-compliant tactics.
- Gauge cultural fit (i.e., communication style, responsiveness, and strategic approach).
Selecting a firm that fits your budget and business model is just as important as their track record so make sure you carefully evaluate their capabilities.
A local SEO company improves your visibility in location-based search results—think Google Maps, local packs, and “service + near me” queries. Their job is to position your website as a leader in your space so that search engines show your business to nearby customers searching relevant keywords. Their typical tasks include optimizing your Google Business Profile, building citations, managing reviews, and earning locally relevant backlinks. Essentially, they translate traditional SEO tactics into hyper-local strategies that drive calls, foot traffic, and bookings.
- Have you ranked businesses in my city or niche before?
- Which KPIs—calls, directions, conversions—will you track and report on?
- How do you acquire reviews ethically?
- What citation and link building processes do you follow?
- How will you communicate progress, and how often?
- Can I speak with a recent client for a reference?
Many firms offer full-service local SEO, while others specialize in one or two areas. Here are some of the core services clients can expect:
- Google Business Profile setup and optimization
- NAP (Name, Address, Phone) citation building & cleanup
- Local keyword research and on-page optimization
- Location-specific landing pages
- Review acquisition and reputation management
- Local link building and digital PR
- Technical SEO for mobile speed and crawlability
Some agencies bundle these into ongoing “local SEO services” packages, while others offer à-la-carte engagements.
Clutch data shows most local SEO projects fall between $1,000 and $5,000 per month, but budgets can range from $500 for a single-location citation audit to over $15,000 for multi-location enterprises. Multiple factors influence the cost of local SEO services including:
- Number of locations
- Competitiveness of your market
- Scope of deliverables (one-time vs. ongoing)
- Agency reputation and seniority
To avoid misunderstanding or overspending, always request a transparent breakdown of hours, milestones, and expected KPIs before signing any partnership with prospective partners.
Ignoring red flags when selecting and partnering with local SEO companies can do more harm to your search engine performance than good. Beware of these warning signs so ensure optimal results for your investment:
- “Guaranteed #1 rankings” promises
- Black-hat tactics like fake reviews or keyword stuffing
- Opaque pricing or refusal to share deliverables
- No evidence of past local wins (maps screenshots, traffic lifts, etc.)
- One-size-fits-all packages with no discovery phase
If an agency checks any of those signs or can’t explain how their strategy complies with Google’s guidelines, keep looking because they might not be the team for you.