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 / hr2 - 9Vancouver, CanadaServices provided
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See all 29 projectsKeepers Digital is a proficient digital advertising agency specializing in Pay-Per-Click advertising and Google Ads management. They consistently receive positive feedback, with over 90% of reviews highlighting their deep expertise, client-focused approach, and significant improvements in conversion rates and ROI. Clients commend Keepers Digital for their effective communication, strategic optimization of campaigns, and ability to deliver measurable results in PPC and paid search initiatives.
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49South Jordan, UTServices provided
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See all 102 projectsSearchbloom is a digital marketing agency specializing in Pay-Per-Click Advertising, SEO, and comprehensive digital strategies. With high ratings for their expertise and project management, they are praised for improving key metrics such as CTR, ROAS, and CPC, delivering results in Google and Microsoft Ads. Across reviews, 100% of clients commend their strategic impact, while 90% note their responsiveness and professionalism.
$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 management and digital advertising campaigns. Despite having high ratings and expertise appreciated by clients, feedback indicates a mix of experiences, with approximately 72% positive reviews highlighting their communication and strategic approach, while around 28% express dissatisfaction, particularly concerning project execution and client service.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Lahore, Pakistan
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Launched in 2017, Zai Systems (SMC-PVT)LTD is a small Lahore, Pakistan-based SEO agency. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49London, England
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Esolace Tech is a web development company. Their small team is based in London, England and provides Web Development and Mobile App Development. The company was established in 2022.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, ILServices provided
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See all 30 projectsAccelerated Digital Media is a digital advertising agency specializing in Pay-Per-Click (PPC) services, including Google Ads, Search Engine Marketing, and paid media strategies. Across reviews, 100% of clients commend ADM for their strong expertise in PPC and project management, with several highlighting their ability to meet critical CPA and ROAS targets. Their dedication to client success and effective communication is consistently praised.
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49South Yarra, AustraliaServices provided
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See all 16 projectsSalt & Fuessel is a digital marketing agency specializing in PPC, SEO, and online ad campaigns. The company consistently impresses clients by surpassing KPIs, with 100% of reviews highlighting their commitment and exceptional results, such as a 70% increase in organic traffic and a 12X ROI on Google Ads. They are praised for their responsive project management and dedication to client success.
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In Dover, Delaware, DOSbnb is a small social media marketing firm. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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Headquartered in St. Petersburg, Florida, Bonjo Tech - Digital Marketing Agency is a small branding company. The team provides Branding and Digital Strategy.
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Located in Bhubaneswar, India, BOOSTR NETWAVE SOLUTIONS PRIVATE LIMITED is a small branding firm. The team offers Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Melbourne, Australia
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Founded in 2019, Digital Anthropology is a small Melbourne, Australia-based Conversion Optimization company. Their services include Conversion Optimization and CRM consulting and SI.
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Advertising company AN Marketing Agency offers Advertising and Branding. They are located in New Cairo, Egypt.
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Established in 2023, The Digital State ᵀᴹ is a SEO company. The agency focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Digital Strategy company Honeycomb Technologies is based in Westerville, Ohio. They provide Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing and were launched in 2020.
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BiViSee Ltd is a Digital Strategy company. Launched in 2020, the company offers Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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Nascent Innovations is an Email Marketing company. They provide Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and are located in Karachi, Pakistan and Karachi, Pakistan.
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Google Digital, a social media marketing firm, is headquartered in Lucknow, India. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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DevRedo, a small website development firm, is in Khmel'nyts'kyi, Ukraine. The team provides Web Development and Digital Strategy.
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Donoben is a web development company. They offer Web Development and Branding and are located in Perinthalmanna, India.
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Headquartered in Doha, Qatar, Qatar IT Solution is a SEO agency. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Web Development.
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Located in Hainesport, New Jersey and Nellore, India, NTQS (Nuevos TechQ Solutions) is a small social media marketing firm. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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Socialkoof, a branding firm, is in Delhi, India. Their services include Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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Founded in 2020, Last Click is an Advertising company. The small team offers Advertising and Branding.
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The Virtual Professionals is a small Geelong, Australia-based social media marketing agency. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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Branding company Vamoa is located in. Founded in 2023, the team offers Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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Canopus IT Solutions Pvt. Ltd is an Email Marketing company founded in 2007. Their services include Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Noblesville, IN
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SkyView Advertising is a social media marketing firm. They focus on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and were established in 2023.
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The Vital Media - Advertising Agency Ahmedabad is an Advertising company. Launched in 2022, their team offers Advertising and Branding.
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Enso Soft is a Mirpur, Bangladesh-based branding agency. The team focuses on Branding and Digital Strategy.
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Founded in 2018, Prime IT Systems US is an Ecommerce Marketing company. Their team provides Ecommerce Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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PrintByT is a web development firm. Located in Tucker, Georgia and Winnipeg, Canada, the team focuses on Web Development and Digital Strategy.
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THYO India Consultancy Services Private Limited is a social media marketing firm in Patna, India. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Las Vegas, NV
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Conversion Optimization company It Work Solutions was established in 2020. The agency specializes in Conversion Optimization and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Jaipur, India
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Faucek is a branding company. The team provides Branding and Social Media Marketing, and the firm is headquartered in Jaipur, India.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Anaheim, CA
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GreaterThan Marketing Agency is a web design agency. Their small team is based in Anaheim, California and specializes in Web Design and Branding. The company was established in 2023.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49New Delhi, India
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IWrite India is a branding company. Located in New Delhi, India, their team provides Branding and Digital Strategy.
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Nextgent Marketing is an Advertising company launched in 2024. The company focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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Located in Lahore, Pakistan, Uplift Advertising is a small SEO services firm. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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Web development company Adwister focuses on Web Development and Branding. They were founded in 2017.
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$25,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India
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PRM Digital is a branding company located in Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India. The team offers Branding and Digital Strategy.
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NXFY is a web development company. They provide Web Development and Mobile App Development and were founded in 2023.
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Estrella Digital Media is an Advertising company. The team is located in Alamo, Texas, and their services include Advertising and Branding.
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Nimfar IT Services Private Limited is a Digital Strategy company. They are located in Mau, India. Their team provides Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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Globe Marketo is a web development company established in 2018. The team specializes in Web Development and Social Media Marketing and is in Lahore, Pakistan.
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Growwithdigitalexperts is a Bodinayakanur, India-based social media marketing company. Launched in 2022, the team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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Shop Gait is an Advertising company. The New Delhi, India-based agency was founded in 2015. Their team provides Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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Kenmerk Softwares is a Digital Strategy company. They were established in 2020, and their services include Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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Techminds Digital is a small web development company established in 2021. Their services include Web Development and Digital Strategy.
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Friggastechsol is a website development firm. The team specializes in Web Development and Branding, and the company is in Noida, India.
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Digital IT Park, a Digital Strategy company, focuses on Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing. The company is located in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
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Based in Vancouver, Canada, Digii Ninja is a small social media marketing agency. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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Digital Strategy company Sky Info Group is headquartered in Bhopal, India. They specialize in Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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Buzz Digital LLC is a website development company. They focus on Web Development and Advertising and are located in Austin, Texas.
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EVD Technology is a Digital Strategy company. The firm is headquartered in Raipur, India and Korba, India. Their team offers Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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Yes Welcome, a branding company, was established in 2021. Headquartered in Tangier, Morocco, the team provides Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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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+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Bel Air, MD
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Tempe, AZ
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$10,000+Undisclosed250 - 999New York, 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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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Kyiv, Ukraine
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Fort Worth, TX
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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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+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Oakbrook Terrace, IL
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Kyiv, Ukraine
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Belfast, Northern Ireland
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Indore, India
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Hoffman Estates, IL
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Reston, VA
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Pearland, 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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Shortlist two or three agencies, request strategy outlines, and compare projected metrics before signing.
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- How will you customize bidding strategies for my industry?
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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.