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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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Doutor Octopus is a Sao Paulo, Brazil-based social media marketing agency. They specialize in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and were founded in 2008.
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Founded in 2004, GS2 Marketing Digital is a social media marketing company. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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Handwerk Net, a Digital Strategy company, provides Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization. The firm is in Berlin, Germany.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerStoke-sub-Hamdon, England
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InSignal Media is a Marketing Strategy company. They were launched in 2020 and offer Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerBruxelles, Belgium
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Located in Bruxelles, Belgium, Kakadu Media is a small branding agency. Their services include Branding and Public Relations.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerBerlin, Germany
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Link SEO is a Conversion Optimization company. The team is headquartered in Berlin, Germany, and their services include Conversion Optimization and Search Engine Optimization.
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Marketing Toolbox Suite, a small Market Research company, is in Madrid, Spain. The team provides Market Research and Social Media Marketing.
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Patrícia Silva, a branding company, provides Branding and Social Media Marketing. The firm is headquartered in Setúbal, Portugal.
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Themesyde is a web design company. Their midsize team is located in lahore, Pakistan and offers Web Design and Web Development. The company was established in 2023.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerLondon, England
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Established in 2020, Red Balloon is a small social media marketing firm. Their team offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Rae of Light SEO Chandler is a small SEO company headquartered in Chandler, Arizona. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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Redefine Logic Media is a Toronto, Canada-based Digital Strategy company. They specialize in Digital Strategy and Pay Per Click and were launched in 2013.
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SecondEffort is a Content Marketing company. Established in 2000, the team offers Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization. The agency is based in North Port, Florida.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Hanoi, Vietnam
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SAOKIM BRANDING, a branding firm, is located in Hanoi, Vietnam. The team specializes in Branding and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerKiel, Germany
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SEO Agentur Kiel 24 is a social media marketing firm. Headquartered in Kiel, Germany, the company was founded in 2025. Their team provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerDen Haag, Netherlands
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Connect your World is a Content Marketing company. They offer Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and were established in 2018.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerLondon, England
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Signel Digital, a Conversion Optimization company, is in London, England. Their services include Conversion Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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SPF Solutions, LLC is a social media marketing company. The Mansfield, Texas-based agency specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Trafiki Ecommerce Marketing is a social media marketing company. They are located in City of London, England. Their team offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Web Pulse Media, a Marketing Strategy company, offer Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing. They were launched in 2024.
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Headquartered in Parkland, Washington, Web Trending Solutions is a small social media marketing firm. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Mobile & App Marketing.
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Small SEO company NG Digital Design, is located in Wilmington, North Carolina. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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Yawar Marketing is a small London, England-based Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Conversion Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerMálaga, Spain
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John Kramer Marketing is a Content Marketing company. They are in Málaga, Spain, and their services include Content Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India
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See all 1 projectsSEO Company in Mohali - Jyoti Sharma offers website design and digital marketing services, as evidenced by their work on a tour website project. Client feedback highlights the company's cost-effectiveness, strong communication, and ability to generate significant website traffic, with clients expressing satisfaction and willingness to rehire for future digital marketing needs.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Benin City, Nigeria
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First Guide LLC is an e-commerce development firm. Their small team is based in Benin City, Nigeria. Their services include E-Commerce Development and UX/UI Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancerMadhapur, India
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IAR Digital, a Content Marketing company, is located in Madhapur, India. The team focuses on Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Bedford, TX
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Founded in 2001, Advance Web Promotions is a small SEO services firm. Their team provides Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerMumbai, India
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Digital Shweta Sagar is a social media marketing firm. They focus on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing and are located in Mumbai, India.
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See all 1 projectsJoin Our Expert Team On Your Journey To $112M In Sales With Amazon PPC, Listing Optimization, Brand Registry, And Account Management Solutions.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Karachi, Pakistan
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See all 1 projectsDigital With Ai specializes in managing pay-per-click (PPC) advertising campaigns, including keyword selection, ad copywriting, and campaign optimization. Clients have praised their consistent delivery of high-quality results, innovative strategies, and focus on maximizing return on investment (ROI) through effective paid search methods like Google Ads, while noting no significant areas for improvement.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Delhi, India
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Based in Delhi, India, TOMTO LEMON is an Advertising company. They specialize in Advertising and UX/UI Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9New Delhi, India
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Kdrsoft Technologies is a small social media marketing firm based in New Delhi, India. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Fontana, CA
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Digital Market Mind, a social media marketing firm, focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization. The agency is based in Fontana, California and Eastvale, California.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9لاہور, Pakistan
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Soofi Digital is a social media marketing company in لاہور, Pakistan. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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Ymeks.agency is a branding company established in 2019. Their services include Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Smithfield, UT
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Zaptify Marketing Solutions is a Digital Strategy company. They were established in 2018 and provide Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49Kozhikode, India
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See all 1 projectsWelcome to Techtadd India - the award-winning digital marketing agency based in Kozhikode, Kerala, with headquarters in London, UK, under the prestigious Techtadd Ltd brand. We offer top-notch
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Jaipur, India
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Marketing Towns, a small social media marketing agency, is headquartered in Jaipur, India. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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Launched in 2017, NTWRK Digital Marketing Agency is a small Digital Strategy company in Cremorne, Australia and kl, Malaysia. Their team offers Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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Alfah Solutions is a Wilmington, Delaware-based Advertising company. The team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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Saya Agency is an Advertising company. The Los Angeles, California-based team focuses on Advertising and Marketing Strategy.
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Rankify SEO Agency is a SEO company. They offer Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing and were founded in 2022.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Austin, TX
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Social media marketing firm Marktonix LLC specializes in Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing. They are in Austin, Texas and Al Madam, United Arab Emirates.
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Rahane Digitech Pvt Ltd is a small Noida, India-based social media marketing agency. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Chittagong, Bangladesh
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Raddito LLC, a web design company, is in Chittagong, Bangladesh and Saint Paul, Minnesota. The team focuses on Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Bonheiden, Belgium
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ClickForest is a SEO agency founded in 2020. The firm offers Search Engine Optimization and Artificial Intelligence, and is small.
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See all 1 projectsVivagrowth offers PPC services, including running Google Ads and paid search campaigns, with a strong focus on driving sales and increasing customer inquiries. The overall feedback highlights their personalized approach, timely delivery, and value for cost, making them a highly recommended choice for projects seeking effective PPC solutions.
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Founded in 2017, Brands Digital Agency is a social media marketing firm. Their team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Web Development.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49Delhi, India
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Tronos Services, a small Digital Strategy company, is headquartered in Delhi, India. Their services include Digital Strategy and Advertising.
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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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$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+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Tempe, AZ
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Arlington Heights, IL
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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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 - 49Belfast, Northern Ireland
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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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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Sunnyvale, CA
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Indore, India
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Oakbrook Terrace, IL
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Lincoln, England
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249München, Germany
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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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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Kyiv, Ukraine
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Kyiv, Ukraine
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Draper, UT
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Zirakpur, India
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Denver, CO
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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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