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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Click Track Marketing is a SEO company. They are located in El Cajon, California and have small team. They offer Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Manchester, England
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Dsgnuk ltd is a branding agency in Manchester, England. They offer Branding and Social Media Marketing and were established in 2008.
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Established in 2012, Wadedigital Ltd is a web design agency. The team provides Web Design and Web Development.
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Branding agency Web Honkers is located in Sheridan, Wyoming. The team specializes in Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Ahmedabad, India
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In Ahmedabad, India, InfoPixal is a social media marketing agency. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Miami, FL
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Belegantt Llc is a website development firm. The team provides Web Development and E-Commerce Development, and the firm is located in Miami, Florida and València, Spain.
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BWTraduzioni is a Translation company launched in 1999. Their team provides Translation and Social Media Marketing.
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Vape Store Promotion, a SEO agency, was launched in 2023. In New Delhi, India and Greater Noida, India, the team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Development.
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IRRETIO Webdesign & Online Marketing is a website development firm. They are headquartered in Steyr, Austria. Their team offers Web Development and Social Media Marketing.
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Founded in 2009, My Geeks || Best Digital Marketing Company In Australia is a website development firm. The agency focuses on Web Development and E-Commerce Development.
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Digital Strategy company SEO Digital Solutions is headquartered in London, England and Islamabad, Pakistan. Their services include Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9New Delhi, India
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The viraltrees, a social media marketing firm, is headquartered in New Delhi, India and New Delhi, India. They offer Social Media Marketing and Sales Outsourcing and were launched in 2020.
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BizBox Story, a branding company, was launched in 2022. The team offers Branding and Digital Strategy and is headquartered in Gurugram, India.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Londrina, Brazil
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OXI Websites e MKT Digital is a small website development firm in Londrina, Brazil and Londrina, Brazil. The team offers Web Development and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Starnberg, Germany
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Headquartered in Starnberg, Germany, Heinrich Marketing GmbH is a small Advertising company. The team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+$300+ / hr2 - 9Raniganj, India
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In Raniganj, India, E-News Flyer Agency is a branding agency. They provide Branding and Public Relations and were launched in 2023.
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Fajr Tecnologies Digital Marketing Agency is a Digital Strategy company founded in 2013. The firm provides Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing, and is small.
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Diamond Foyer Inc., a custom software development company, is in Edmonton, Canada. They provide Custom Software Development and Digital Strategy and were launched in 2015.
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Web design company Creative Palm Coast was established in 2024. The team specializes in Web Design and UX/UI Design.
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PIXELWISE CREATIVE, a website development company, is in Rocky Hill, Connecticut and Manchester, Connecticut. Their services include Web Development and Branding.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Ahmedabad, India
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Empirical Digital Solutions is a SEO agency. They were established in 2019, and their services include Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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Custom software development company Zectron Web & IT Services is headquartered in Dural, Australia. The team provides Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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Rapid Rank Media, a Digital Strategy company, was founded in 2024. The team offers Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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Joker Media, a SEO company, is located in Tampa, Florida. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and UX/UI Design.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Cape Town, South Africa
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Something Social Marketing, a small branding firm, is headquartered in Cape Town, South Africa. Their services include Branding and Market Research.
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Established in 2023, SEO Bolingbrook is a website development firm. Their team specializes in Web Development and Digital Strategy.
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Located in Madrid, Spain, AGENCIA SEO MADRID is a small SEO services firm. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Product Marketing.
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Ricardo Otero, a branding company, offers Branding and Digital Strategy. The firm is headquartered in Pontevedra, Spain.
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BestInfoTechSolution is a Business Consulting company founded in 2010. Headquartered in Nagercoil, India, the team specializes in Business Consulting and Market Research.
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G Tech Group S.R.L.S. Is a small Advertising company in Giustino, Italy. The team offers Advertising and Branding.
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ToyonGraphics is a web development firm. They are headquartered in Landsberg am Lech, Germany and have small team of experts. Their services include Web Development and Advertising.
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SEO company eComgrowth specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy. They were founded in 2023.
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Care Connect Marketing is a Bournemouth, England-based website development firm. They provide Web Development and Marketing Strategy.
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Netvolution, LLC is a SEO company. Located in Temecula, California, their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Development.
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Besa Digital ApS, an Advertising company, is in København, Denmark. Established in 2020, the team provides Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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SEOSOON GmbH is a SEO agency. Launched in 2018, the firm is located in Jena, Germany. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Conversion Optimization.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Mumbai, India
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Reternetics, a SEO services firm, is in Mumbai, India. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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StrategyBeam, a Content Marketing company, was established in 2013. The team provides Content Marketing and Pay Per Click and is in Orlando, Florida.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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SEO BRISK, a Content Marketing company, was launched in 2018. The team offers Content Marketing and Pay Per Click and is headquartered in New York, New York.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49New Delhi, India
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See all 1 projectsSocio Maverick (SM) is not just a marketing agency; we are the architects of innovation, the curators of creativity, and the catalysts for new ideas in the marketing realm. Our vision is to redefine
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Incubeta MENA is a social media marketing agency. Based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, the agency was launched in 2015. Their team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Techamenity, a social media marketing firm, was established in 2014. They specializes in Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Delhi, India
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Keev Marketing, a Digital Strategy company, was launched in 2021. The company focuses on Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing, and is small.
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See all 1 projectswebbting offers a range of services, including website development, SEO, advertising, logo and stationery design, and ongoing technical support. The reviews highlight their exceptional project management, quality of work, and client satisfaction, with noticeable improvements in branding and organic traffic. However, enhanced communication transparency regarding project progress is noted as a potential area for improvement.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerWestmead, Australia
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Established in 2022, Micael Roche is a small Westmead, Australia-based PPC company. Their services include Pay Per Click and Conversion Optimization.
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Founded in 2025, NC Digital is a small SEO services firm. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Carmel, IN
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Headquartered in Carmel, Indiana, QBall Digital is a branding agency. They focus on Branding and Search Engine Optimization.
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Asevera is a social media marketing company founded in 2019. The firm provides Social Media Marketing and Branding.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9București, Romania
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PPC agency Webglue Agency is headquartered in București, Romania. Their services include Pay Per Click and Web Design.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Upplands Väsby, Sweden
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Elfoett AB, a SEO agency, specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design. The company is in Upplands Väsby, Sweden and Lahore, Pakistan.
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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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$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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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Kyiv, Ukraine
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Fort Wayne, IN
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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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A Google Ads PPC agency plans, builds, and manages paid-search campaigns on Google’s ad network. The team researches keywords, writes ad copy, sets up bidding strategies, and continually optimizes campaigns to maximize conversions while controlling cost per click (CPC). In many cases, the agency also aligns landing-page design and analytics tracking so every click can be traced to revenue.
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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.