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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Paramus, NJServices provided
50% Search Engine Optimization30% Pay Per Click10% Advertising +1 service10% Social Media MarketingSee all 353 projectsSmartSites is a digital marketing agency specializing in SEO, search engine marketing, and website optimization services. The company has received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with 100% of reviewers highlighting their responsive communication and timely project delivery. Clients frequently praise SmartSites for enhancing online visibility and achieving significant improvements in website ranking and organic search optimization.
14 of 15 reviews are 5 stars9 new reviews for Search Engine Optimization servicesLess than $10,000 avg. project costRead 15 Recent ReviewsReviewed 15 times in the past 6 months
Recent reviews of SmartSites highlight their exceptional customer service, responsiveness, and ability to deliver results. Clients have praised their attentiveness and collaboration, noting impressive outcomes such as increased web traffic and improved sales. For instance, a marketing manager emphasized their team's flexibility and willingness to adapt to client needs, while another client reported a tripling of website traffic due to SmartSites' SEO efforts. Overall, the sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with clients expressing satisfaction and no significant areas for improvement.Was this helpful?
119 of 135 Search Engine Optimization reviews are 5 stars9 new reviews for Search Engine Optimization in past 6 months$50,000 – $199,999 avg. project costRead 135 ReviewsSearch Engine Optimization PROJECT HIGHLIGHT
SEO & Web Dev for Hospitality & Architectural Design Firm
5.0 — SmartSites provides SEO and web development services for a hospitality and architectural design firm. The team is also responsible for competitor research, keyword strategy, and technical auditing. Read moreWas this helpful?
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SmartSites has garnered positive feedback across several industries, notably manufacturing, hospitality, financial services, and eCommerce. In manufacturing, clients praised their effective SEO and PPC strategies, resulting in increased traffic and conversions. The hospitality sector noted improvements in online presence and lead generation. Financial services praised their responsiveness and strategic guidance for Google Ads campaigns, leading to enhanced client acquisitions. Overall sentiment reflects strong satisfaction in collaboration and results, indicating SmartSites is well-suited for clients in these sectors.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Berlin, Germany
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35% Search Engine Optimization35% Digital Strategy30% Pay Per ClickUberSEM, a Digital Strategy company, was launched in 2016. The agency specializes in Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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40% Search Engine Optimization25% Pay Per Click25% Web Development +1 service10% Graphic DesignJayFrame Online Marketing is a SEO services firm. Their team is in and South Jordan, Utah. The company provides Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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50% Search Engine Optimization15% Content Marketing15% Pay Per Click +2 services15% Social Media Marketing5% Web DesignBrandLocally is a Houston, Texas-based SEO agency. They focus on Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing and were established in 2018.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Madhapur, India
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50% Search Engine Optimization20% Content Marketing15% Pay Per Click +1 service15% Social Media MarketingDigital Fobot is a small SEO company based in Madhapur, India. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9New Delhi, India
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50% Search Engine Optimization15% Pay Per Click10% Content Marketing +3 services10% Digital Strategy10% Social Media Marketing5% Other Digital MarketingSingle Spike is a small SEO company in New Delhi, India. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Louisville, KY
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50% Search Engine Optimization20% Content Marketing15% Pay Per Click +2 services10% Conversion Optimization5% Other Digital MarketingLouisville SEO Geek is a SEO company located in Louisville, Kentucky. They provide Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Budapest, Hungary
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10% Search Engine Optimization55% Pay Per Click10% Marketing Strategy +4 services10% Social Media Marketing5% Content Marketing5% Digital Strategy5% Web DevelopmentMarketbox Kft. Is a PPC agency. They are headquartered in Budapest, Hungary and have small team of experts. Their services include Pay Per Click and Marketing Strategy.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9West End, England
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50% Search Engine Optimization15% Conversion Optimization15% Digital Strategy +2 services15% Pay Per Click5% Social Media MarketingLocated in West End, England, SEO Strategy Ltd is a SEO agency. The team offers Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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25% Search Engine Optimization40% Pay Per Click5% Advertising +6 services5% Business Consulting5% Conversion Optimization5% Direct Marketing5% Ecommerce Marketing5% Email Marketing5% Social Media MarketingSJM Digital Consulting , a PPC agency, was founded in 2019. The team focuses on Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization and is in Chicago, Illinois.
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35% Search Engine Optimization35% Social Media Marketing30% Pay Per ClickGet in search is a social media marketing agency. In Dubai, United Arab Emirates and Dubai, United Arab Emirates, their team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Doral, FL
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40% Search Engine Optimization25% Pay Per Click25% Web Design +1 service10% Social Media MarketingFounded in 2019, Hurricane Digital Marketing is a small SEO company. Their team provides Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Dublin, Ireland
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15% Search Engine Optimization50% Pay Per Click25% Ecommerce Marketing +1 service10% Business ConsultingPay per click agency Terra Nova offers Pay Per Click and Ecommerce Marketing. They are in Dublin, Ireland.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9
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35% Search Engine Optimization35% Web Design30% Pay Per ClickSEO Limerick is a small SEO company headquartered in Limerick, Ireland. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Plymouth, England
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35% Search Engine Optimization35% Social Media Marketing30% Pay Per ClickBagel Digital is a social media marketing firm. Launched in 2020, the agency is in Plymouth, England. Their team offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Vadodara, India
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55% Search Engine Optimization15% Email Marketing10% Digital Strategy +2 services10% Ecommerce Marketing10% Pay Per ClickIn Vadodara, India and Udaipur, India, Pegasus Digital is a SEO agency. Launched in 2012, the team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Dhaka, Bangladesh
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35% Search Engine Optimization35% Social Media Marketing30% Pay Per ClickSocial media marketing firm The Digital Friday - TDF focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization. They were founded in 2024.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9London, England
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50% Search Engine Optimization15% Pay Per Click10% Content Marketing +5 services5% AI Consulting5% Conversion Optimization5% Digital Strategy5% Ecommerce Marketing5% Marketing StrategyLocal SEO Ltd, a SEO agency, is in London, England. They offer Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click and were launched in 2019.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Beloit, WI
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40% Search Engine Optimization25% Pay Per Click10% Digital Strategy +3 services10% IT Managed Services10% Web Design5% Content MarketingNorthpointSEO is a small Beloit, Wisconsin-based SEO agency. The team offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Broomfield, CO
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40% Search Engine Optimization25% Conversion Optimization25% Pay Per Click +1 service10% Digital StrategyLaunched in 2025, Contractor Clarity is a SEO company. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Conversion Optimization.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Ahmedabad, India
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35% Search Engine Optimization20% Ecommerce Marketing20% Pay Per Click +2 services20% Social Media Marketing5% E-Commerce DevelopmentSee all 5 projectsSkylark SEO is an SEO agency that specializes in enhancing online visibility and boosting website rankings for e-commerce businesses. Reviews highlight their strong communication skills and deep understanding of digital marketing, with clients noting increased revenue and client base. Approximately 100% of the feedback is positive, emphasizing their effective project management and strategic approach.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49West, England
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25% Search Engine Optimization25% Content Marketing25% Pay Per Click +1 service25% Social Media MarketingContent Marketing company Aira was founded in 2015. The firm provides Content Marketing and Pay Per Click, and is small.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Bristol, England
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40% Search Engine Optimization35% Web Design10% Pay Per Click +3 services5% Branding5% Marketing Strategy5% Social Media MarketingConscious Solutions Ltd, a small SEO services firm, is based in Bristol, England. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Newport, England
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20% Search Engine Optimization30% Pay Per Click20% Web Design +2 services20% Web Development10% Social Media MarketingAscendancy is a pay per click company. In Newport, England, their small team provides Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization. The agency was founded in 2004.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel
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25% Search Engine Optimization25% Content Marketing25% Pay Per Click +1 service25% Social Media MarketingRanky is a small Content Marketing company in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel. The team provides Content Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9New Delhi, India
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50% Search Engine Optimization10% Content Marketing10% Email Marketing +3 services10% Mobile & App Marketing10% Pay Per Click10% Social Media MarketingComplete SEO Solution is a SEO company. The New Delhi, India-based firm was founded in 2007. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Delhi, India
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40% Search Engine Optimization25% Web Design20% Pay Per Click +4 services6% Digital Strategy6% Social Media Marketing2% Email Marketing1% Web DevelopmentAdnet India is a Delhi, India-based SEO agency. They provide Search Engine Optimization and Web Design and were launched in 2014.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249
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20% Search Engine Optimization10% Business Consulting10% Custom Software Development +6 services10% Digital Strategy10% E-Commerce Development10% IT Strategy Consulting10% Pay Per Click10% Social Media Marketing10% Web DevelopmentSEO services firm Grove86 Group LLC was founded in 2015. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy and is located in Edgewater, New Jersey.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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10% Search Engine Optimization50% Pay Per Click15% Web Design +3 services10% Digital Strategy10% Social Media Marketing5% Other Digital MarketingPay per click company Sole Sigma is in Toronto, Canada. They offer Pay Per Click and Web Design and were established in 2020.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Düsseldorf, Germany
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25% Search Engine Optimization50% Web Development25% Pay Per ClickVIERLESS GmbH, a small website development company, is in Düsseldorf, Germany. The team focuses on Web Development and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Coimbatore, India
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Logo20% Pay Per Click +2 services20% Social Media Marketing20% Web DevelopmentShriasys, a social media marketing firm, was founded in 2002. Located in Coimbatore, India and Uppilipalayam, India, the team provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Sumedang, Indonesia
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40% Search Engine Optimization50% Web Design10% Pay Per ClickSEON One Stop Solution is a web design company founded in 2019. The company offers Web Design and Search Engine Optimization, and is small.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Milwaukee, WI
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25% Search Engine Optimization25% Social Media Marketing20% Pay Per Click +2 services20% Web Design10% Content MarketingCorberry Digital is a small SEO company established in 2018. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Navarre, FL
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25% Search Engine Optimization25% Pay Per Click20% Web Design +2 services20% Web Development10% E-Commerce DevelopmentEstablished in 2018, Modern Media is a small Navarre, Florida-based SEO agency. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Content Marketing20% Pay Per Click +2 services20% Sales Outsourcing20% Web DevelopmentFactur is a Content Marketing company. Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana and Plano, Texas, the team focuses on Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Overland Park, KS
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40% Search Engine Optimization20% Digital Strategy20% Pay Per Click +1 service20% Social Media MarketingFounded in 2012, SEO Services KC is a SEO services firm. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9New Delhi, India
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30% Search Engine Optimization30% Pay Per Click20% Branding +1 service20% Web DesignBased in New Delhi, India, Exopic Media is a pay per click company. Their services include Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Worcester, England
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30% Search Engine Optimization30% Pay Per Click10% Digital Strategy +5 services10% Other Digital Marketing5% Content Marketing5% Conversion Optimization5% Email Marketing5% Social Media MarketingSharpmonkeys is a pay per click company in Worcester, England. They offer Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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50% Search Engine Optimization10% Affiliate Marketing10% Marketing Strategy +3 services10% Pay Per Click10% Social Media Marketing10% Web DesignIn , Web Worx Labs Inc is a small SEO agency. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Marketing Strategy.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Ultimo, Australia
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40% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click15% Conversion Optimization +2 services15% Web Design10% Digital StrategyWebBuzz - The Growth Marketing Agency is a small SEO agency located in Ultimo, Australia. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9København, Denmark
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30% Search Engine Optimization30% Pay Per Click30% Social Media Marketing +2 services5% Digital Strategy5% Email MarketingLaunched in 2019, Plutonic Media is a pay per click company. The firm focuses on Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Calgary, Canada
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50% Search Engine Optimization20% Content Marketing10% Digital Strategy +2 services10% Pay Per Click10% Social Media MarketingDucktoes Computer Services, a SEO company, was founded in 2010. The firm specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Miami, FL
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30% Search Engine Optimization30% Pay Per Click30% Web Design +1 service10% Social Media MarketingFounded in 2012, Miami SEM is a PPC company. The team provides Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Auckland, New Zealand
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20% Search Engine Optimization40% Pay Per Click20% Web Design +2 services10% Conversion Optimization10% Social Media MarketingSmall PPC company V Digital Marketing, is based in Auckland, New Zealand. The team focuses on Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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50% Search Engine Optimization10% Content Marketing10% Conversion Optimization +3 services10% Graphic Design10% Pay Per Click10% Web DesignNTA Digital Agency is a SEO services firm. They are located in London, England and have small team. They focus on Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerNewcastle, Australia
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45% Search Engine Optimization45% Pay Per Click5% Digital Strategy +1 service5% Social Media MarketingDigital Hunter (Australia), a small pay per click company, is based in Newcastle, Australia. Their services include Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Gurugram, India
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35% Search Engine Optimization20% Advertising20% Branding +2 services15% Graphic Design10% Pay Per ClickCog Culture, a SEO company, was launched in 2012. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Advertising and is headquartered in Gurugram, India.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Westminster, MD
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15% Search Engine Optimization30% Ecommerce Marketing30% Pay Per Click +1 service25% Web DesignLaunched in 2020, Persistent Roi Inc is a pay per click agency. The team specializes in Pay Per Click and Ecommerce Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Noida, India
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35% Search Engine Optimization20% Content Marketing15% Ecommerce Marketing +3 services10% Mobile & App Marketing10% Pay Per Click10% Social Media MarketingHeadquartered in Noida, India and Noida, India, The Digibee Networks is a SEO company. The team offers Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Jakarta , Indonesia
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30% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click20% Web Design +2 services15% Graphic Design15% Social Media MarketingSee all 1 projectsDigiAgency specializes in Search Engine Optimization, Search Engine Marketing, and social media management to enhance online visibility and website ranking. Client feedback highlights their effective digital marketing strategies, timely project delivery, and ability to exceed expectations, leading to significant revenue growth and client satisfaction.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49London, England
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10% Search Engine Optimization15% Advertising15% Marketing Strategy +7 services10% Content Marketing10% Digital Strategy10% Pay Per Click10% Social Media Marketing10% Translation5% Affiliate Marketing5% Conversion OptimizationSee all 2 projectsYiva Digital specializes in social media marketing, offering services that include creating engaging content and managing campaigns. The company is highly regarded for its efficient, well-structured approach, creativity, and ability to connect with target audiences. Clients consistently appreciate their competitive pricing and the value delivered.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Oklahoma City, OK
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Paramus, NJ
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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+$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999Copley, OH
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Diego, CA
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Marion, IL
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Toronto, Canada
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Arlington Heights, IL
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Tampa, FL
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Odesa, Ukraine
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Boca Raton, FL
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Bel Air, MD
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Lehi, UT
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249San Antonio, TX
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49South Jordan, UT
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249L'viv, Ukraine
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Diego, CA
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Calgary, Canada
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Odesa, Ukraine
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Huntington, NY
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Dnipro, Ukraine
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Top Search Engine Marketing (SEM) Agencies
An SEM company plans, launches, and manages paid search campaigns on platforms such as Google Ads, Microsoft Advertising, and Amazon. Their specialists research high-value keywords, write ad copy, set up audience targeting, adjust bids in real time, and run A/B tests to maximize return on ad spend (ROAS). They also track conversions, deliver performance reports, and provide strategic recommendations that align with your wider digital marketing objectives.
Most agencies deliver an end-to-end suite that can include:
- Keyword research & competitive analysis
- Campaign setup (Search, Shopping, Display, YouTube)
- Bid management and budget pacing
- Ad copywriting and creative testing
- Landing-page optimization
- Remarketing and audience segmentation
- Conversion tracking and analytics integration
Some firms also bundle complementary channels, such as programmatic display or social PPC, to create a unified digital marketing strategy.
SEM engagements usually fall between $3,000–$20,000 per month, but pricing scales with ad spend, account complexity, and service level. Smaller businesses might work with an agency on a management-fee model (e.g., 10%–20% of monthly media spend), while enterprises often negotiate flat retainers or performance-based contracts. Always ask for a clear breakdown of management fees versus ad budget before signing.
Start by defining your KPIs, such as lead volume, e-commerce revenue, or customer acquisition cost. Then:
- Review case studies in your industry.
- Check Clutch client reviews for transparency, communication, and results.
- Compare pricing models (percentage of spend, flat fee, or hybrid).
- Request a campaign audit or strategic roadmap to gauge expertise.
Selecting a partner whose reporting cadence and collaboration style match your internal workflow will set the engagement up for success.
- “Guaranteed #1 ranking” claims (ad position depends on auction dynamics).
- Lack of access to the ad account or data ownership.
- Vague reporting that focuses on clicks instead of revenue-driven metrics.
- One-size-fits-all strategies with minimal keyword research.
- Slow or inconsistent communication during the sales process.
- How will you structure our campaigns and why?
- Which metrics will you report on weekly and monthly?
- What tools or automations do you use for bid management?
- Can you share a recent success story in a similar industry or budget range?
- Who will be my day-to-day point of contact, and how many accounts do they manage?
- How do you coordinate SEM with SEO and other digital marketing channels?
Agencies bring platform certifications, cross-account data, and advanced tools that small teams can’t always justify purchasing. Their experience shortens the testing cycle, reduces wasted spend, and frees internal staff to focus on broader marketing initiatives.
Freelancers are ideal for limited budgets or project-based needs. Agencies, however, provide a multidisciplinary team including strategists, copywriters, designers, and analysts that can scale campaigns quickly and cover absences without interrupting performance.
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