Top Email Marketing Companies
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Grapevine, TXServices provided
See all 70 projectsInbox Army, LLC is a specialized email marketing agency adept at Email Campaigns, Email List Management, and Email Automation. Customer reviews consistently praise their commitment to client satisfaction, with over 90% highlighting their responsiveness, attention to detail, and ability to deliver on time. Their strategic approach and expertise have notably enhanced email engagement and conversion rates.
$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Gurugram, IndiaServices provided
See all 8 projectsOptimite is a dynamic email marketing agency specializing in services such as Email Campaigns, Email Automation, and Newsletter Marketing. Their clients consistently praise their structured project management and responsiveness, with 100% of reviews highlighting timely delivery and high-quality outcomes. They excel in optimizing email engagement strategies, evidenced by significant increases in revenue and email-driven results for their clients.
$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Medina, OHServices provided
See all 29 projectsOne 10 Media is a professional email marketing agency specializing in email campaigns, automated email flows, and email engagement strategies. The company consistently receives high praise for its strategic approach, communication, and ability to deliver on time, with over 90% of reviews highlighting impressive revenue growth and improved email metrics. Reviewers appreciate their personalized service and strategic insights, with minimal areas for improvement noted.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Chittagong, Bangladesh
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SEO company Benwill LLC is based in Chittagong, Bangladesh and Sheridan, Wyoming. They focus on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing and were established in 2018.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
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In Amman, Saudi Arabia and Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, KLIX For Digital Marketing is a SEO agency. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Denver, COServices provided
See all 24 projectsMH Digital is a specialized email marketing agency known for its expertise in Email Campaigns, Email Automation, and Email Engagement Strategies. With a 100% positive feedback rating, clients consistently praise their strategic insights, timely delivery, and ability to integrate seamlessly into team operations. Many reviews highlight MH Digital's proficiency in improving email performance metrics, such as revenue growth and customer engagement.
$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Ed, SwedenServices provided
See all 64 projectsA-SALES AB is a lead generation and email outreach company specializing in developing customized outbound sales strategies through email campaigns and other methods. Across reviews, 87.5% of clients report satisfaction with their organized project management and precise targeting, while one review highlights significant dissatisfaction with their service quality and professionalism. Their ability to tailor messaging effectively to different markets is frequently noted as a strength.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Rishikesh, India
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Launched in 2018, dezloper is a small Rishikesh, India-based Advertising company. Their team offers Advertising and UX/UI Design.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Ahmadabad, India
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Ileorex Digital Media LLP, an user experience agency, was launched in 2017. The team provides UX/UI Design and E-Commerce Development.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Chennai, India
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SERP Ranker is a SEO agency established in 2019. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Bhavnagar, India
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Launched in 2017, Sphinix Marketing is a Content Marketing company. The firm focuses on Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Lahore, Pakistan
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E-Services Empire Pvt Ltd is a small Digital Strategy company. They specialize in Digital Strategy and E-Commerce Development and were established in 2018.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Hounslow, England
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CRM consulting and SI company 1DUR Media was launched in 2011. In Hounslow, England, the team provides CRM consulting and SI and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Dhaka, Bangladesh
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Trianglesoft is an Other Digital Marketing company founded in 2010. The small team provides Other Digital Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Bengaluru, India
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Launched in 2020, Sunrays Digital Pvt. Limited is a website development firm. In Bengaluru, India, the team provides Web Development and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Haslingden, England
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Click Converters is a small web design company. Founded in 2020, the team provides Web Design and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chennai, India
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Digitamilnadu is a Digital Strategy company. Their small team is located in Chennai, India. Their team specializes in Digital Strategy and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Legnica, Poland
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CreAdsy - e-commerce agency, a Conversion Optimization company, was launched in 2020. The firm focuses on Conversion Optimization and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Bilbo, Spain
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Onil is a web development firm launched in 2015. The team provides Web Development and Web Design.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Lucknow, India
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Best Digital Hawker, a SEO company, is located in Lucknow, India. They focus on Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy and were established in 2020.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Coral Gables, FL
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See all 1 projectsEPIC Label Marketing Agency specializes in CRM development, revenue operations consulting, growth marketing, and sales enablement. Clients praise the agency for its impressive speed and efficiency in delivering results, including improved team productivity and increased leads. The agency is noted for its effective project management and strong alignment with client values, with no identified areas for improvement.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancer
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Social media marketing agency Ajadex Expert Entreprises is based in Lagos, Nigeria. Established in 2020, the team offers Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancer
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Echo Reach, a branding agency, was launched in 2024. The team offers Branding and Email Marketing and is located in Ita Oniyan, Nigeria.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerPoway, CA
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201 Creative, LLC. Is a Marketing Strategy company. Based in Poway, California, their small team offers Marketing Strategy and Digital Strategy. The firm was launched in 2019.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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See all 1 projectsMediaNovas provides exceptional development services, focusing on elevating websites through top-level SEO and other digital solutions. Reviews highlight MediaNovas' budget-friendly pricing, timely delivery, and effective virtual communication. Overall, clients express high satisfaction, noting significant improvements in their web presence without any identified need for improvement.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Singapore, Singapore
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See all 1 projectsCleverly SG specializes in website development and search engine optimization (SEO) services. The overall feedback highlights their quality of work, responsiveness, and transparency, with clients noting significant progress in keyword positioning and return on ad spend (ROAS). However, there is a minor suggestion to avoid weekend communications.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Blackburn, England
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See all 1 projectsDigivizor Ltd specializes in SEO and web design services, addressing issues such as 404 errors and broken links to optimize website performance and search engine ranking. Reviews highlight the company's professionalism, quick response times, and effective use of up-to-date SEO tools, resulting in significant improvements and client satisfaction.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9
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See all 1 projectsReal Estate Leads. co provides marketing services specifically aimed at generating leads for businesses. Reviews indicate that clients experienced significant revenue growth and praised the company for its commitment, professionalism, and ability to deliver tasks on time. The overall feedback highlights their effective lead generation and excellent project management.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9
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See all 1 projectsMammoth Media offers digital marketing services, including search engine optimization (SEO), social media marketing, and content creation. The reviews highlight their exceptional project management, responsive customer service, and effective strategies, resulting in increased website traffic and revenue. Clients appreciate their personalized approach and commend their culture and work ethic. Overall, Mammoth Media is recommended for businesses seeking to enhance their digital marketing efforts.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9
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See all 1 projectsINNOVA ONLINE™ specializes in SEO audits, competitive analysis, and keyword optimization. The reviews highlight their effective communication, professional commitment, and impressive results, notably increasing organic traffic by 300% within three months. The feedback consistently praises their efficiency, with no noted areas for improvement, indicating a strong fit for clients seeking SEO expertise.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9
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See all 1 projectsTurning your vision into digital dominance – ZeroSum Marketing.At ZeroSum Marketing, we believe in the power of transformation and innovation. Your aspirations and ideas are more than just
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Waxhaw, NC
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See all 1 projectsInnovative Marketing and Public Relations offers services in improving e-commerce platforms and enhancing online sales strategies. The overall feedback is positive, highlighting their commitment and ability to deliver value for cost, although there were minor issues with version control causing some delays.
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Conversion Marketing Experts is a small Advertising company. Established in 2012, the team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Jaipur, India
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SEO company WebTrackStudio was established in 2021. The team offers Search Engine Optimization and Web Development.
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Portland, OR
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AM:PM PR is a public relations agency located in Portland, Oregon. They provide Public Relations and Marketing Strategy and were launched in 2010.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Chennai, India
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Digital Market Hubs is a SEO services firm. The Chennai, India-based agency was launched in 2017. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Vancouver, Canada
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Prospect Solutions is a Back Office Outsourcing company. They are in Vancouver, Canada and have small team. They specialize in Back Office Outsourcing and Call Center Services.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Coconut Creek, FL
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IGreen Marketing is a SEO services firm. Founded in 2011, their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Indianapolis, IN
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Yarseo Web Design LLC, a SEO company, was established in 2012. The small team provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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Launched in 2015, FogPusher is a social media marketing agency. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Web Design and is in OKC, Oklahoma.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Charlotte, NC
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Marketing Strategy company Internet Marketing Charlotte is based in Charlotte, North Carolina. They focus on Marketing Strategy and Search Engine Optimization and were launched in 2010.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Kingswood, England
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Web design company Cloud 9 Digital Design Ltd is in Kingswood, England. Founded in 1994, the team focuses on Web Design and Advertising.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Castro Valley, CA
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SEO PRO is a SEO agency. Their team is located in Castro Valley, California. The company provides Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9San Luis Potosí, Mexico
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Lafaru is a graphic design company. They are headquartered in San Luis Potosí, Mexico and have small team of experts. Their services include Graphic Design and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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Launched in 2014, Jumpyr is a Digital Strategy company. Headquartered in San Francisco, California, the team offers Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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Advance Vision Art, LLC, a web design agency, was launched in 2013. They focuses on Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Boston, MA
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Skillman Video Group is a video production agency launched in 2005. Headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, the team offers Video Production and Branding.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Redmond, WA
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Bombastic Web Design and Marketing is a web design agency. They offer Web Design and Branding and are in Redmond, Washington.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Cary, NC
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Established in 2002, Winfield & Associates is a PPC agency. Located in Cary, North Carolina, the team specializes in Pay Per Click and Advertising.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Sileby, England
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Splendid Apple Ltd is a SEO services firm. The Sileby, England-based firm was launched in 2011. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Encinitas, CA
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Founded in 2014, Tribe Interactive, LLC is a small Encinitas, California-based Digital Strategy company. Their team offers Digital Strategy and Conversion Optimization.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Tampa, FL
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Farmore Marketing is a Tampa, Florida-based branding agency. Their services include Branding and Content Marketing.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Baltimore, MD
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Advertising company B Creative Group was founded in 2004. The company provides Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Raleigh, NC
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McPherson Marketing Group is a Raleigh, North Carolina-based UX agency. Launched in 2010, the team specializes in UX/UI Design and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Hackensack, NJ
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SEO services firm Onrush Digital Marketing was founded in 2015. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Grapevine, TX
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38.4/40.018.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Oakland, CA
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37.9/40.018.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Singapore, Singapore
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37.7/40.019.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Staten Island, NY
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37.5/40.018.2/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Newport, RI
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36.3/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49L'viv, Ukraine
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35.3/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Gurugram, India
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35.3/40.018.4/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience7.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Denver, CO
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34.2/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Irvine, CA
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38.2/40.019/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+Undisclosed2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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33.4/40.015.6/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Seattle, WA
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33.3/40.015.6/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience8.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Canada
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33.2/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999San Jose, CA
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38.5/40.020/20 Reviews8.8/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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33.1/40.016.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Hallandale Beach, FL
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32.9/40.018/20 Reviews8.8/10 Clients & Experience6.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49
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36.7/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49
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32.1/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience6.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Medina, OH
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36.8/40.017.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Randwick, Australia
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32/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience5.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9London, England
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31.5/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.2/10 Clients & Experience6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Lostwithiel, England
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31.1/40.017/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience4.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Brașov, Romania
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35.3/40.018.4/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience7.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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32.7/40.016.8/20 Reviews7.9/10 Clients & Experience8.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Philadelphia, PA
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36.1/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Diego, CA
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39.9/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49
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38.4/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Jackson, WY
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30.6/40.017.6/20 Reviews5.8/10 Clients & Experience7.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Oakville, Canada
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39.8/40.019.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience10/10 Market PresenceService focus
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30.5/40.015.6/20 Reviews7.9/10 Clients & Experience7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Tampa, FL
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30.5/40.016.8/20 Reviews8.1/10 Clients & Experience5.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
80% Email Marketing20% Other
Email Marketing Agency FAQs
Looking for an email marketing agency 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 an email marketing agency, from pricing and services to results and red flags.
Clutch showcases firms that create automated campaigns, nurture leads, and improve conversions through email twice a year based on a proprietary methodology. The top email marketing agencies for Fall 2025 include:
An email marketing company plans, builds, and optimizes campaigns that move prospects through your sales funnel. Their typical responsibilities include audience segmentation, template design, copywriting, automation flow setup, deliverability monitoring, and performance reporting. Instead of juggling creative, technical, and analytical tasks internally, you can outsource to a specialist team that already knows best practices for inbox placement and conversion.
Agencies track metrics like revenue per email, conversion rate, subscriber lifetime value, and list churn. Advanced teams tie email performance back to multi-touch attribution models or customer data platforms so you can see how campaigns influence overall pipeline and retention.
Email marketing agencies are dedicated to helping clients reach their target audience cost-efficiently. If you’re planning to team up with a provider soon, here are some services you can expect:
- Strategy workshops and list growth planning
- ESP migration or platform setup (e.g., Klaviyo, HubSpot, Braze)
- Creative services (e.g., mobile-responsive templates, GIFs, dynamic content)
- Automated sequences (i.e., welcome, cart-abandon, re-engagement, post-purchase)
- A/B testing, personalization, and data analytics
- Deliverability audits and inbox placement fixes
Some firms also bundle paid social retargeting or SMS for a cohesive lifecycle approach. When evaluating prospective service providers, make sure to verify and assess the quality of the work they offer — regardless if you need comprehensive work or focused services.
Clutch data shows monthly retainers range from $2,500 to as high as $15,000 depending on several key factors such as list size, send volume, and service depth. Moreover, hourly rates generally fall between $75 – $150. Ultimately, it depends on what you are looking for – a small business needing two automated flows might spend $5,000 for setup, while an enterprise with millions of contacts could invest $20,000 per month for full lifecycle management and creative testing.
Finding the right email marketing provider is crucial to your investment’s success. To make sure you don’t feel overwhelmed once you look for potential providers, the first step you should do is clarify your goals (e.g., higher open rates, revenue per send, automation build-out). After that, you can proceed with the following:
- Shortlist agencies with proven results in your industry.
- Review Clutch feedback for communication style, project management, and ROI.
- Request case studies and ask about specific KPIs they improved.
- Evaluate cultural fit, reporting cadence, and tech stack expertise.
- Compare pricing models—flat retainer, percent of revenue, or project-based—and ensure deliverables are clear in the contract.
While there’s no flawless service provider, it’s crucial to match with the ideal team to avoid mishaps or costly headaches. Be cautious if a provider has any of the following warning signs:
- Guarantees specific open or revenue numbers (inbox algorithms shift)
- Uses purchased lists or suggests scraping emails
- Lacks transparency on creative ownership or ESP access
- Provides sparse reporting or avoids explaining metrics
- Overlooks compliance requirements like CAN-SPAM or GDPR
- Which industries do you specialize in, and can I see related case studies?
- What ESPs and automation tools are you certified in?
- How do you segment audiences and personalize content?
- What’s your process for improving deliverability?
- How frequently will we review performance metrics together?
- Who owns the creative assets and account data if we part ways?
A freelancer is ideal for one-off template designs or copy tweaks on a tight budget. An agency offers multidisciplinary teams—strategists, designers, developers, and analysts—able to manage end-to-end programs, integrate with CRMs, and scale testing. If your goal is sustainable revenue growth and complex automation, an agency’s broader expertise and bandwidth generally deliver higher long-term ROI.