Top Google Ads PPC Agencies
Google Ads remains the fastest way to place your brand in front of high-intent buyers—but only when campaigns are set up and optimized by true experts. Clutch simplifies your search for a trusted partner by collecting in-depth, verified client reviews and performance data on leading Google Ads PPC agencies worldwide. Use the filters on this page to sort firms by budget, location, industry focus, and more, then drill into each profile for case studies and pricing insight. Ready to look close to home? Browse Google Ads PPC agencies in the United States, Google Ads PPC companies in the United Kingdom, and Google Ads PPC firms in Canada to compare local expertise before making your shortlist. For broader options, explore our global list of PPC agencies.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Bel Air, MDServices provided
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See all 81 projectsBlack Propeller is a Pay-Per-Click advertising agency specializing in Google Ads and paid search services. The agency is praised for its strong communication, timely delivery, and expertise in PPC management, as noted by over 70% of reviewers. While most clients report positive experiences, citing successful ad spend management and effective strategy implementation, about 20% highlight concerns regarding communication and project execution.
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Vancouver, CanadaServices provided
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See all 29 projectsKeepers Digital is a digital advertising agency specializing in Pay-Per-Click Advertising and Google Ads management. The company consistently receives positive feedback, with over 90% of reviewers highlighting their expertise and results-driven approach. Clients frequently mention improvements in conversion rates and reduced Cost Per Click, with many noting increases in lead generation by up to 60%.
$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, ILServices provided
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See all 30 projectsAccelerated Digital Media is a specialized digital advertising agency focusing on PPC, Paid Search, and Google Ads management. Reviews highlight their strong project management, timely delivery, and tailored strategies, with over 90% of feedback emphasizing their expertise and responsiveness. Clients appreciate their ability to reduce customer acquisition costs and increase marketing efficiency, reflecting their commitment to client success.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Reston, VA
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SEO agency ALL IN Advertising focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click. They were founded in 2020.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Austin, TX
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SEOLOGIZT is a small SEO company based in Austin, Texas and Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Boulder, CO
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Established in 2019, Agexa is a pay per click company. The team offers Pay Per Click and Digital Strategy.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Indore, India
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Launched in 2019, Tealbox Digital is a social media marketing company. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerNewcastle, Australia
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Digital Hunter (Australia), a small pay per click company, is based in Newcastle, Australia. Their services include Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Viana do Castelo, Portugal
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Happyfact is a Digital Strategy company. Founded in 2018, the company offers Digital Strategy and Blockchain Marketing.
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Founded in 2020, DigiThryve is a branding agency. Their services include Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Leeds, England
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Bidmark is a branding agency located in Leeds, England. They provide Branding and Marketing Strategy and were launched in 2015.
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EcomLounge, an Ecommerce Marketing company, is located in Hazmiyeh, Lebanon. They specialize in Ecommerce Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Delray Beach, FL
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Brand North, a pay per click agency, focus on Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization. They were founded in 2016.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Mississauga, Canada
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The Search Architects is a SEO services firm established in 2020. The agency provides Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click, and is small.
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PPC agency Digital Hippo was established in 2021. The company offers Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing, and is small.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Austin, TX
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Lead Capital Agency Inc is a social media marketing company launched in 2012. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Newcastle upon Tyne, England
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Visionary Marketing | Digital Marketing Agency is a Newcastle upon Tyne, England-based SEO company. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Gilbert, AZ
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M2 Digital Reach is a small SEO agency founded in 2025. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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SAL Marketing Group, a PPC company, is in Westminster, Australia. Launched in 2025, the team offers Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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Mahalo Consulting is a pay per click agency. Their small team is headquartered in Los Angeles, California. Their services include Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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SEO Rank 360 is a PPC company launched in 2018. The team provides Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Clearwater, FL
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Eden Ads is a pay per click company. The small Clearwater, Florida-based team provides Pay Per Click and Web Design. The agency was launched in 2020.
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Prosynergy, a pay per click company, was founded in 2023. The team offers Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Pinetown, South Africa
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AC Brabys is a social media marketing firm. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and is headquartered in Pinetown, South Africa.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Addison, TX
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Located in Addison, Texas, Social Strategy1 is a PPC agency. The team specializes in Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing.
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RESTUDIO, an e-commerce development firm, is in. They offer E-Commerce Development and Ecommerce Marketing.
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In Kolkata, India, Rank Puller Seo is a social media marketing company. They specialize in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Based in Austin, Texas, Apex Med Marketing is a SEO company. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Chatswood, Australia
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MoonshotRank is a SEO services firm. Launched in 2022, the firm is located in Chatswood, Australia. Their team provides Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Redfern, Australia
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Social media marketing agency Fluro Digital is headquartered in Redfern, Australia and Canberra, Australia. They provide Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49London, England
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ABCDMEDIA, a social media marketing firm, is located in London, England and Dubai, United Arab Emirates. They offer Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Sales Fortuna LLC is a SEO company. They are in Dover, Delaware, and their services include Search Engine Optimization and E-Commerce Development.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Phoenix, AZ
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Section 5 Media is a SEO company launched in 2012. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Lagos, Nigeria
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Small SEO agency Crank Digital, is located in Lagos, Nigeria. The team offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Gouda, Netherlands
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Founded in 2012, Fris Online is a web design company. In Gouda, Netherlands, the team specializes in Web Design and Pay Per Click.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Houston, TX
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Near Me Website Marketing is a social media marketing agency headquartered in Houston, Texas. They specialize in Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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Faranie Creative Studio Taiwan is a SEO company. They specialize in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Mississauga, Canada
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Small social media marketing company iDigi Marketing, is based in Mississauga, Canada. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Seoelinks Seo Service agency is a social media marketing agency launched in 2013. The small team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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Webonya is a social media marketing agency launched in 2022. The firm provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization, and is small.
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AI Agents company you is in Gujrat, Pakistan. They provide AI Agents and Pay Per Click and were launched in 2023.
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GoBig Digital is a small SEO agency launched in 2019. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Indore, India
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Launched in 2023, GrowMore is a small Indore, India-based Digital Strategy company. Their services include Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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J&D Marketing Agency is a Demand Generation Marketing company. The team provides Demand Generation Marketing and Performance Marketing, and the agency is located in mumbai, India.
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See all 2 projectsKajkarma: Your Comprehensive Marketing Partner At Kajkarma, we believe in transforming visions into reality through innovative marketing strategies. As a leading end-to-end marketing agency, we
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Fenton, MI
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Grafted-IN LLC is a SEO company. Founded in 2014, their team offers Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Lacombe, Canada
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EDGE Marketing and Design Inc. Is a web design agency. They provide Web Design and Digital Strategy and were launched in 2008. The company is based in Lacombe, Canada.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Kozhikode, India
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CREATIVE MONKEYS is an Advertising company. In Kozhikode, India, the company was launched in 2017. Their team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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SEO company and pay per click agency SPARKS Design is located in Pennsauken Township, New Jersey. Launched in 2012, the team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Norwood, Australia
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Blis Web Agency is a small web design company launched in 2006. Their services include Web Design and UX/UI Design.
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Agencia SEO US is a SEO company. They were founded in 2000 and provide Search Engine Optimization and Conversion Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Dublin, Ireland
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Launched in 2000, Ripple Marketing is a Digital Strategy company. Their team focuses on Digital Strategy and Pay Per Click.
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See all 10 projectsKrazy Low LLC offers services in social media marketing, paid ads, and email campaigns. Clients report effective PPC management and commend their prompt and attentive service, noting significant growth and lead generation. Overall, Krazy Low LLC is recommended for their structured workflow, detailed reporting, and successful digital marketing campaigns, particularly in Google Ads and paid search.
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List of Top 15 Google Ads PPC Management Companies
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Costa Mesa, CA
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Pleasant Grove, UT
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Woodmere, NY
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Paramus, NJ
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$1,000+Undisclosed250 - 999Colorado Springs, CO
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Tempe, AZ
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Bel Air, MD
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Huntington, NY
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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+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Fort Wayne, IN
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Kyiv, Ukraine
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Odesa, Ukraine
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Kyiv, Ukraine
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Oakbrook Terrace, IL
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Indore, India
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49London, England
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Hoffman Estates, IL
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Kyiv, Ukraine
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Odesa, Ukraine
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Tampa, FL
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Belfast, Northern Ireland
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Fort Worth, TX
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Toronto, Canada
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Agencies bring platform certifications, cross-account data, and seasoned specialists who can scale testing faster than most in-house teams. They also offset the overhead cost of hiring, training, and retaining multiple paid-search experts.