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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 23 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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Kwasi is a small Adelaide, Australia-based Content Marketing company. The team provides Content Marketing and Conversion Optimization.
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Sites n Stores is a Content Marketing company. They offer Content Marketing and Social Media Marketing and were established in 2006.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Launceston, Australia
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At+m marketing is a small Launceston, Australia-based social media marketing company. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and E-Commerce Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Launceston, Australia
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Walker Designs is a branding firm. Their small team is in Launceston, Australia. Their services include Branding and Logo.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Gurugram, India
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Vacumatter Corporation is a small Gurugram, India-based SEO services firm. The team offers Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Coimbatore, India
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Content Marketing company Onceptual Business solutions was established in 2018. The agency focuses on Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Little Rock, AR
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Small Digital Strategy company Measure + Grow, is based in Little Rock, Arkansas. Their services include Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Cody, WY
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Advertising company Target Digital Solutions was established in 2017. The company specializes in Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Miami, FL
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ReadyAnt Studios is a social media marketing firm based in Miami, Florida. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Chicago, IL
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Technical Paradigm is a SEO company. Their small team is based in Chicago, Illinois. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Ciudad de México, Mexico
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Launched in 2016, CleanRanks, a small SEO company, is located in Ciudad de México, Mexico. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Shah Alam, Malaysia
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MECACA GLOBAL NETWORK, a Digital Strategy company, is in Shah Alam, Malaysia. They provide Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing and were established in 2016.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Covington, LA
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POLA Marketing is a SEO agency. The firm is in Covington, Louisiana. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49South Jordan, UT
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Social media marketing agency Service Hero offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization. They were founded in 2020.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Norwich, England
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Candour is a branding agency. In Norwich, England, the firm was founded in 2013. Their team provides Branding and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Springfield, MO
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Social media marketing agency Tigris is headquartered in Springfield, Missouri. They provide Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Lapeer, MI
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Web Launch Local is a SEO company. Located in Lapeer, Michigan, the agency was founded in 2015. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Optimized Marketing, a branding agency, is in Belle Vernon, Pennsylvania. The team focuses on Branding and Search Engine Optimization.
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Results Matter Corp. Is a SEO agency. Founded in 2016, the team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Milwaukie, OR
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InSites Web Services is a Content Marketing company. The team provides Content Marketing and Email Marketing, and the firm is headquartered in Milwaukie, Oregon.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Pomona, CA
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Bigfork SEO is a SEO services firm. Their small team is located in Pomona, California. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Hopkins, MN
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NorthWing Digital is a SEO agency. The small Hopkins, Minnesota-based team offers Search Engine Optimization and Web Design. The agency was established in 2015.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Portland, OR
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AdSearch is a Portland, Oregon-based social media marketing company. Founded in 2018, the team provides Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49دبي, United Arab Emirates
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Drivix.io is a دبي, United Arab Emirates-based social media marketing agency. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerDover Heights, Australia
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See all 2 projectsAaron Knight is a freelance web design and development company that offers services including website design, development, SEO, and digital marketing solutions. The reviews highlight their personal service and effective project management, with 100% of reviewers noting the quality of their work and communication. Clients commend their ability to deliver tailored solutions and provide added value, with no reported areas for improvement.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hrFreelancerMissouri City, TX
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Small SEO agency Netera Group, is located in Missouri City, Texas. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerRaleigh, NC
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Raleigh Internet Marketing Agency, an Email Marketing company, was launched in 2004. The team specializes in Email Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerSantiago, Chile
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SEO-Focus is a small pay per click agency headquartered in Santiago, Chile. Their services include Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerMalmö, Sweden
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Webbdesigner Ola Johansson, a small graphic design company, is headquartered in Malmö, Sweden. Their services include Graphic Design and Pay Per Click.
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DigiSac is a PPC agency. Their small team is in Davis, California. Their team focuses on Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerMontréal, Canada
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GowebCanada, a pay per click company, was founded in 2017. They provides Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerBelo Horizonte, Brazil
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Presença Digital, a Digital Strategy company, was founded in 2011. In Belo Horizonte, Brazil, the team specializes in Digital Strategy and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerOttawa, Canada
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Ryan Cameron is a social media marketing agency. They are in Ottawa, Canada, and their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancerPrayagraj, India
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Based in Prayagraj, India, RojoShip Digital Marketing Agency is a small Digital Strategy company. The team offers Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+UndisclosedFreelancerKaliakair, Bangladesh
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Ultraavirtual, a social media marketing agency, is located in Kaliakair, Bangladesh. They offer Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing and were launched in 2022.
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Web design company Hawp Media provides Web Design and Search Engine Optimization. They are in Parrish, Florida.
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In Peshawar, Pakistan, Smartline is a small social media marketing company. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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Based in Kutno, Poland, arekpsurski.pl is a PPC company. They provide Pay Per Click and UX/UI Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerValència, Spain
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Landclick is a PPC agency launched in 2021. Based in València, Spain, the team offers Pay Per Click.
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SEO agency Tegrity Marketing, LLC offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click. They are based in Richmond, Virginia.
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Made of Analytics is a small Dublin, Ireland-based Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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Headquartered in Reno, Nevada, LocalDiGi is a social media marketing firm. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerAbingdon, VA
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Byte Blaze Designs is a SEO agency. Their small team of employees is based in Abingdon, Virginia. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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SEO Company Sarasota is a small social media marketing agency in Sarasota, Florida. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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SMK Web Design is a web design company in Mandeville, Louisiana. Their services include Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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See all 2 projectsZaavian Marketing House is a full-service digital marketing agency built for brands that refuse to settle. We specialize in SEO, guest posting, content creation, social media, and paid advertising,
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Rajkot, India
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See all 1 projectsWisest Digital – Your Partner for Professional Digital Marketing Solutions At Wisest Digital, we empower businesses to thrive in the digital age. Our expertise lies in crafting bespoke
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See all 1 projectsGoSocial - Advertising Agency offers customized digital marketing strategies, focusing on increasing sales, improving conversion rates, and optimizing marketing campaigns. Reviews highlight their personalized approach, creativity, and strategic thinking, with clients praising their transparency, timely delivery, and effective communication. The outcomes include increased website traffic, lead generation, and significant ROI, underscoring GoSocial's commitment to client satisfaction and impactful results.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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See all 1 projectsMeis Agency offers expertise in managing Google Ads and optimizing Pay Per Click (PPC) campaigns, delivering significant improvements in lead generation and cost per lead. Clients praise their effective project management and communication, highlighting the agency's ability to tailor strategies and maximize ad spend within budget constraints. Overall, Meis Agency demonstrates strong proficiency in enhancing conversion rates and achieving measurable outcomes.
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Crooked Fence Marketing is an Advertising company. Founded in 2017, the company offers Advertising and Email Marketing.
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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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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Arlington Heights, IL
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39.7/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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38.9/40.019.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999Copley, OH
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39.9/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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 - 49Belfast, Northern Ireland
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37.8/40.019/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience9.3/10 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 / hr250 - 999Colorado Springs, CO
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Odesa, Ukraine
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Odesa, Ukraine
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39.7/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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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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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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37/40.017/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience10/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Indore, India
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39.6/40.019.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Oakbrook Terrace, IL
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36.8/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Lincoln, England
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37.4/40.018/20 Reviews9.8/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249München, Germany
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36.6/40.018.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.8/10 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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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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37.1/40.018.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Kyiv, Ukraine
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36.4/40.019.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Kyiv, Ukraine
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39.1/40.019.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Draper, UT
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39/40.019.4/20 Reviews9.9/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Zirakpur, India
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36.2/40.019.4/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience7.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Denver, CO
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37.1/40.018.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
60% Pay Per Click80% Google Adwords40% Other
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Clutch recognizes firms that deliver exceptional ROI through Google Ads campaigns twice a year based on a proprietary methodology. The top-performing Google Ads companies for Fall 2025 include:
Google Ads PPC agencies offer a range of services aimed at helping clients achieve their unique objectives, from comprehensive PPC planning and execution to specialized keyword curation. Most full-service providers deliver the following:
- Account and goal setup
- Keyword research and negative-keyword curation
- Ad copywriting, design, and A/B testing
- Bid management and budget pacing
- Conversion-rate optimization (CRO) for landing pages
- Reporting dashboards and actionable insights
- Advanced options such as remarketing, Google Shopping feed, Performance Max, or AI-driven bidding
Pricing varies widely depending on several key factors, including the scope of the project, industry, and the number of competitors. Based on reviews gathered by Clutch, costs can be distinguished in two categories – agency fees and ad spend.
Based on our data, professional management fees typically range from $100 – $149 per hour, or a flat fee of 10%–20% of the ad spend. The total project budgets on the platform usually fall between $10,000 – $49,999, but aggressive e-commerce or enterprise campaigns can exceed six figures.
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.
Many agencies build vertical expertise—e-commerce, SaaS, healthcare, legal, B2B tech—allowing them to leverage proven keyword sets and compliance knowledge. Use Clutch filters to locate firms with case studies in your specific niche.
Identifying the ideal Google Ads PPC partner is easier said than done considering the number of criteria to consider and steps to follow. Start your journey by matching agency strengths to your goals, requirements, and limitations. Look for a provider that ticks these boxes:
- Proven results in your industry (e.g., case studies, ROAS figures)
- Transparent reporting and KPI alignment
- Google Partner or Google Ads certification status
- Communication style that fits your workflow (i.e., weekly calls, Slack, reporting cadence)
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:
- Guarantees specific rankings or sales numbers—performance depends on many external factors
- 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.