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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Bel Air, MDServices provided
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See all 81 projectsBlack Propeller, a digital advertising agency specializing in Pay-Per-Click Advertising and Google Ads management, receives largely positive feedback from clients, focusing on their strong communication and on-time deliverables. Approximately 75% of reviews highlight their expertise in PPC and Google Ads, while around 17% mention a lack of satisfaction regarding project execution or communication. Their technical knowledge and customer partnership approach are frequently praised.
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Vancouver, CanadaServices provided
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See all 24 projectsKeepers Digital Keepers Digital is a digital advertising agency specializing in Pay-Per-Click Advertising, with a focus on optimizing Google Ads and paid search campaigns. They have received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with 100% of reviewers praising their expertise in PPC and project management. Clients consistently highlight their rapid response times, detailed reporting, and effective ad strategies, including cost-per-click optimization and improving ROI.
$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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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Bengaluru, India
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See all 1 projectsOneStrategy Digital provides a wide range of services, including Social Media Marketing, Website Design, and innovative solutions like AI ChatBot integration to enhance user engagement. Their reviews on Clutch.co highlight their expertise in Paid Search and Google Ads, with clients praising their strategic and transformative approach, which results in measurable outcomes such as increased engagement rates and improved user satisfaction.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Lahore, Pakistan
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Launched in 2019, Digi Network is a branding company. The small team provides Branding and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Nairobi, Kenya
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In Nairobi, Kenya, Inspired Thinking Kenya is a SEO agency. They provide Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49
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Founded in 2013, AGM Search India is a small Digital Strategy company located in Gurgaon, India. Their team specializes in Digital Strategy and Web Design.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Bristol, England
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Small social media marketing agency Yachting Pages Media Group, is headquartered in Bristol, England. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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See all 1 projectsInfinity Digital offers a range of services including digital marketing, website design, social media management, and graphic design. The reviews highlight their ability to deliver professional, results-driven strategies that significantly enhance business performance. Clients commend their creativity, budget-friendly plans, and effective project management, making Infinity Digital a recommended choice for businesses seeking comprehensive digital solutions.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Riverside, CA
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Newport Marketing is a SEO company in Riverside, California. They specialize in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click and were launched in 2017.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Cape Town, South Africa
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Web design company Yolwa Media Company was established in 2022. The firm provides Web Design and Pay Per Click, and is small.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9New Delhi, India
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Digitalcrave is a SEO services firm established in 2021. The team offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click and is in New Delhi, India.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Bishop's Stortford, England
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Black Diamond Marketing is a pay per click agency based in Bishop's Stortford, England. They focus on Pay Per Click and Web Design.
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LitBiz Media is a social media marketing firm. The Terre Haute, Indiana-based firm was launched in 2022. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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Established in 2003, Found Media is a small Palmview, Australia-based SEO services firm. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Roi Room Inc is a small SEO agency established in 2020. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Cliffside Marketing is an Idaho Falls, Idaho-based SEO services firm. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Zapro Agency is a pay per click company. They are based in Hyderabad, India. Their team specializes in Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Charlotte, NC
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Performax Digital is a PPC company. They offer Pay Per Click and Digital Strategy and were launched in 2023.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9West Launceston, Australia
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Social media marketing agency Nectar Digital Marketing Agency is in West Launceston, Australia and London, England. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9London, England
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Market Link Solutions is a social media marketing firm. Their team is located in London, England and provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Hoedspruit, South Africa
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WildBeest Media is a Hoedspruit, South Africa-based social media marketing company. Founded in 2023, the team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Casper, WY
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Piffy's Media is a Casper, Wyoming-based social media marketing firm. Launched in 2024, the team provides Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Delray Beach, FL
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Established in 2024, EzRank Digital is a SEO agency. The team offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Murtafi Digital is a SEO company. They are in Jakarta, Indonesia and have small team of experts. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Cimahi, Jawa Barat, Indonesia
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Buat Website Pro is a SEO agency. Launched in 2024, the agency is located in Cimahi, Jawa Barat, Indonesia. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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7E Logics is a branding company. The firm is located in Darwen, England and Rawalpindi, Pakistan. Their services include Branding and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerDublin 3, Ireland
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SEO company Hello Digital is located in Dublin 3, Ireland. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Orlando, FL
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See all 1 projectsSteel Hive Digital delivers tailored digital marketing solutions for real estate businesses. Based in Florida, USA, we help brands stand out with innovative strategies, web design, SEO, and social
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
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See all 1 projectsDigihelp specializes in digital marketing and international trading services, facilitating supplier connections and product quality verification. Reviews highlight their effective communication, strategic approach, and impressive leadership. Clients particularly appreciate the CEO's dedication and honesty, resulting in successful partnerships and high satisfaction.
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Small Content Marketing company Bari Media, is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. Their services include Content Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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Yawl Sourcing Inc is a New York, New York-based pay per click agency. Established in 2016, the team specializes in Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Guarulhos, Brazil
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MKD Soluções is a Conversion Optimization company founded in 2012. The team specializes in Conversion Optimization and Email Marketing.
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K. Renee Business Solutions is a small SEO agency based in Miami, Florida. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Aalborg, Denmark
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Alphaweb is a SEO company. They provide Search Engine Optimization and Other Digital Marketing and are in Aalborg, Denmark.
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SearchNom Agency is a Content Marketing company launched in 2006. Their services include Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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Addis Digital Consultancy is a Digital Strategy company. The agency is in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia and London, England. Their services include Digital Strategy and Pay Per Click.
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Founded in 2020, Section D Media, LLC is a small Rockville, Maryland-based PPC agency. Their services include Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Methuen, MA
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Br tactic marketing is a web design agency. Headquartered in Methuen, Massachusetts, the team focuses on Web Design and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Dnipro, Ukraine
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Launched in 2011, BBGO - Marketing Agency is a Digital Strategy company. The team provides Digital Strategy and Marketing Strategy.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Barcelona, Spain
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Established in 2021, Mota Media is a small Barcelona, Spain-based Digital Strategy company. Their team focuses on Digital Strategy and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
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Back-to-Back Agency is a Digital Strategy company. Founded in 2021, the firm specializes in Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9St Kilda, Australia
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DNGN, a small website development company, is headquartered in St Kilda, Australia. The team specializes in Web Development and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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Questidea is a small media planning and buying agency in Toronto, Canada. Their services include Media Planning & Buying and Social Media Marketing.
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Established in 2021, Mediajunkie is a pay per click agency. Their team focuses on Pay Per Click and Digital Strategy.
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$10,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Brisbane City, Australia
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Blockchain company Dreamflex specializes in Blockchain and Search Engine Optimization. They are headquartered in Brisbane City, Australia.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Burgas, Bulgaria
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Founded in 2020, Bagriti , a small web design company, is in Burgas, Bulgaria. Their services include Web Design and Graphic Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Kogarah, Australia
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RankMyweb, a Digital Strategy company, was launched in 2022. Headquartered in Kogarah, Australia, the team focuses on Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Hartselle, AL
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Rogue Business Marketing is a SEO services firm. Established in 2020, the team provides Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Jerusalem, Israel
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Alef Analytics is a Digital Strategy company established in 2020. The company provides Digital Strategy and Web Design, and is small.
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Established in 2021, Underscore Lab is an Ecommerce Marketing company. Their services include Ecommerce Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Posadas, Argentina
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ADN Digital - Growth Marketing for Startups is a Digital Strategy company. The company is based in Posadas, Argentina. Their team provides Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Deimos Media is a web design company. In Dubai, United Arab Emirates, the firm was established in 2022. Their services include Web Design and Advertising.
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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+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Pleasant Grove, UT
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Woodmere, NY
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39.7/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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39.7/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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39.3/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Tempe, AZ
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39.3/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49New 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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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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39/40.020/20 Reviews9.6/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Fort Wayne, IN
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Huntington, NY
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Belfast, Northern Ireland
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Las Vegas, NV
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Colorado Springs, CO
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Odesa, Ukraine
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37.9/40.018.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Indore, India
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Odesa, Ukraine
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Sunnyvale, CA
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37/40.017.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Kyiv, Ukraine
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36.7/40.019.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Kyiv, Ukraine
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39.5/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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37.3/40.018.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Oakbrook Terrace, IL
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36.6/40.017/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Hoffman Estates, IL
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36.5/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Kyiv, Ukraine
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37.4/40.020/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience7.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Tampa, FL
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39.5/40.019.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249München, Germany
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Fort Worth, TX
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36.1/40.017/20 Reviews9.4/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
100% Pay Per Click85% Google Adwords
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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.
Failure to identify or deliberately ignoring warning signs when partnering with a Google Ads PPC company can do you more harm than good. Here are the red flags you need to be cautious of:
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- Hides account ownership or refuses to share real-time data
- Lacks negative-keyword management (a quick way to waste budget)
- Offers prices far below market rate without explaining how quality is maintained
- How will you customize bidding strategies for my industry?
- Which metrics (e.g., CTR, CPC, ROAS) do you prioritize and why?
- What tools or AI platforms do you use for optimization?
- Do I retain ownership of the Google Ads account and historical data?
- How frequently will we review performance and adjust budget?
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.