Top Search Engine Marketing (SEM) Agencies
Paid search is one of the fastest ways to put your brand in front of high-intent buyers. The right search engine marketing (SEM) agency can refine your bidding strategy, craft compelling ad copy, and turn clicks into measurable revenue. On Clutch, every provider is evaluated through in-depth client reviews, detailed service questionnaires, and verified performance data, so you can hire with confidence. Use the filters on this page to narrow agencies by budget, location, industry expertise, and more. Looking for regional options? Browse leading SEM agencies in the United States, SEM firms in the United Kingdom, and SEM companies in Canada to find a partner that meets your goals and time zone.
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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 366 projectsSmartSites is a comprehensive SEO agency that specializes in enhancing digital visibility through services like search engine optimization, PPC, and website updates. With a 100% positive feedback rate, clients consistently praise their timely delivery, responsive communication, and effective SEO strategies. An impressive 40% of reviewers highlighted their strong project management and personal service, underscoring SmartSites' commitment to achieving measurable business growth and online visibility improvements.
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SmartSites consistently exceeds client expectations, as evidenced by multiple reviews. Clients praised their project management, noting timely deliverables and exceptional communication. For instance, one client highlighted the team's ability to analyze needs and develop effective strategies, while another commended their PPC analyst for generating a substantial increase in leads. Overall, clients expressed high satisfaction with the responsiveness and dedication of SmartSites' team members, indicating a strong fit for their project needs.-
CRO & PPC Management Services for Flooring Company
5.0 Apr 14, 2023The results have been night and day. Our conversion rate went from a little over 1% to around 3%, and we’re experiencing all-time highs in sales. Their efficient management of the campaign exceeded our expectations.
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PPC Services for Automotive Parts Company
5.0 Nov 9, 2022Their knowledge, efficiency, dedication, and responsiveness have all been far above my expectations. The working relationship between myself and my analyst, Rich, could not be a better match. It is a win-win.
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Google & Facebook Ad Campaigns for Software Dev Agency
5.0 Oct 1, 2021It started out rough, but after we ended the contract SmartSites delivered what we felt was above and beyond their requirements to determine this was a successful investment for our company. They resolved issues quickly and in a fashion we felt was above what was expected.
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PPC Marketing for Real Estate Company
5.0 Jul 26, 2019We saw Site Traffic increase as well as lead count by about 50% within the first 2 months. We wanted growth by about 20-25% with their help, so they exceeded our expectations. The results were better than what we ever expected.
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SEO for Barber Beauty School
5.0 Mar 12, 2025The results are exceeding our expectations, thanks to Kristin's keen eye for design and attention to detail. She ensured that our website was not only visually stunning but also user-friendly and optimized for performance. Overall, working with Kristin is a fantastic experience.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bloomington, MN
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60% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media MarketingTried and True Digital Marketing is a SEO company. Located in Bloomington, Minnesota, the team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Lakeville, MN
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60% Search Engine Optimization20% Logo20% Pay Per ClickSS Digital is a SEO services firm. Launched in 2019, the team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Revere, MA
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60% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media MarketingBased in Revere, Massachusetts, Dr. SEO is a SEO services firm. They focus on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Boston, MA
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50% Search Engine Optimization30% Pay Per Click20% Social Media MarketingBased in Boston, Massachusetts, Seo Company IN-NET is a small SEO agency. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Philadelphia, PA
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40% Search Engine Optimization40% Pay Per Click20% Web DesignHeadquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Creative Pro Marketing is a small SEO company. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9London, England
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60% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click20% Video MarketingMac Productions SEO is a SEO company. The small London, England-based team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click. The company was launched in 1996.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Covington, LA
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40% Search Engine Optimization40% Pay Per Click20% Social Media MarketingMOONLIGHT Media is a SEO company. They are located in Covington, Louisiana and have small team of experts. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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60% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click20% Web DesignLocated in Swainsboro, Georgia, ClickBuddie is a small SEO services firm. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Belfast, Northern Ireland
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60% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media MarketingLaunched in 2017, Ni SEO is a SEO company. The small team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel
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25% Search Engine Optimization15% Advertising15% Digital Strategy +4 services15% Market Research10% Pay Per Click10% UX/UI Design10% Web DesignSee all 2 projectsSeo Top provides comprehensive SEO services, including keyword research, competitor analysis, and on-site optimization, to enhance website ranking and online visibility. Reviews highlight their professionalism, punctuality, and industry expertise, with clients noting significant improvements in search rankings and site traffic. However, some clients desire more proactive creativity in their approach.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Jaipur, India
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30% Search Engine Optimization10% Content Marketing10% Digital Strategy +8 services10% Pay Per Click10% Social Media Marketing5% Advertising5% Affiliate Marketing5% Branding5% Conversion Optimization5% Email Marketing5% Mobile & App MarketingSee all 1 projectsG2S Technology is a digital marketing company based in Jaipur, Rajasthan, specializing in SEO services, paid advertising, social media marketing, web design & development services, and app store
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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30% Search Engine Optimization30% Web Development20% Mobile App Development +2 services10% Custom Software Development10% Pay Per ClickPentagon - SEO Agency Abu Dhabi is a SEO company. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Web Development and is located in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates and دبي, United Arab
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Noida, India
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10% Search Engine Optimization30% Pay Per Click20% Corporate Training & Coaching +3 services20% Social Media Marketing10% Video Production10% Web DesignIra Soft Consultancy Service is a PPC agency. They specialize in Pay Per Click and Corporate Training & Coaching and are in Noida, India and Ellicott City, Maryland.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Mumbai, India
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media Marketing +4 services10% Branding10% Content Marketing10% Media Planning & Buying10% Web DesignEstablished in 2014, Mediallainz Marketing & Digital Media Solutions LLP is a pay per click company. The team specializes in Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Conversion Optimization20% Other Digital Marketing +2 services20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media MarketingBased in Brooklyn, New York, Reality Bit Inc. Is a small social media marketing firm. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Conversion Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Київ, Ukraine
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media Marketing +3 services20% Web Design10% Digital Strategy10% Other Digital MarketingTalent Search Ranker is a social media marketing company in Київ, Ukraine and Київ, Ukraine. They specialize in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and were founded in
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Mumbai, India
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25% Search Engine Optimization20% Social Media Marketing20% Web Design +3 services15% Pay Per Click10% Advertising10% Other Digital MarketingLaunched in 2015, Business Karma Marketing Private limited is a small Mumbai, India-based SEO agency. Their team offers Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Muzaffarnagar, India
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10% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click10% Affiliate Marketing +6 services10% Content Marketing10% E-Commerce Development10% Logo10% Social Media Marketing10% Web Design10% Web DevelopmentIn Muzaffarnagar, India, High seo service is a pay per click agency. They provide Pay Per Click and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Ahmedabad, India
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Content Marketing20% Pay Per Click +2 services20% Performance Marketing20% Social Media MarketingSee all 3 projectsBoost your brand visibility with The Pencil Advertising, a top-rated . We specialize in creating ROI-focused campaigns that combine SEO, Google Ads, Meta Ads, and marketplace marketing to deliver
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media Marketing +2 services20% Web Design20% Web DevelopmentSee all 2 projectsWelcome to Inticnia Global Services – Bangalore’s trusted partner in performance-driven digital marketing. We don’t just market brands — we craft lasting digital legacies.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249
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30% Search Engine Optimization10% Content Marketing10% Conversion Optimization +5 services10% Digital Strategy10% Ecommerce Marketing10% Email Marketing10% Pay Per Click10% Social Media MarketingSee all 1 projectsEleviaGrowth is a result-driven digital marketing agency helping businesses build a stronger online presence, reach the right audience, and achieve sustainable growth. Since 2020, we have been
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Jacksonville, FL
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Branding20% Mobile App Development +2 services20% Pay Per Click20% Web DesignSee all 3 projectsWe Offer Professional and affordable solutions for all your website design, Mobile app Development, Corporate Branding and Digital Marketing Requirments . Let us know what you need or leave us a
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Kolkata, India
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Advertising20% Mobile App Development +2 services20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media MarketingSee all 1 projectsclfsofttech specializes in website development, particularly using WordPress for blog posts and service-related sites. Overall feedback highlights their highly skilled team, formal project management style, and timely communication. Clients have expressed satisfaction with the deliverables, noting no areas for improvement.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Toronto, Canada
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Advertising20% Other Digital Marketing +2 services20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media MarketingSee all 1 projectsPowered by OutReach offers SEO optimization, Google and social media advertising, and marketing planning services. Reviews highlight their effectiveness in improving online presence and lead generation, with clients noting exceptional responsiveness and honesty regarding budget advice. Overall feedback is overwhelmingly positive with no notable areas for improvement.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Custom Software Development20% Pay Per Click +2 services20% Social Media Marketing20% Web DesignSee all 1 projectsTOAZ Solution offers a range of services including SEO, branding, and website development, aimed at enhancing online visibility and brand identity. The reviews highlight their creative approach, effective communication, and punctual delivery, with clients praising the quality and cost-effectiveness of their services in improving website ranking and search optimization.
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Ecommerce Marketing20% Pay Per Click +2 services20% Social Media Marketing20% Web DesignSee all 1 projectsPulsePromote, Where We Turn Any Business From Being Invisible to Being Visible Top of Search engines like Google, Bing & Yahoo. PulsePromote is a leading digital marketing agency that
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerToronto, Canada
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50% Search Engine Optimization30% Pay Per Click20% Web DesignHeadquartered in Toronto, Canada and Canada, Adam H Young is a SEO agency. They provide Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click and were launched in 2007.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancer
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60% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media MarketingIn India, Buzzworldweb is a SEO services firm. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancer
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40% Search Engine Optimization40% Pay Per Click10% Content Marketing +1 service10% Web DesignModem SEO is a PPC company. Located in Des Moines , Iowa, their small team provides Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization. The firm was launched in 2018.
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Affiliate Marketing20% Mobile & App Marketing +2 services20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media MarketingJOIN HAND MEDIA, a Mobile & App Marketing company, was launched in 2018. The team specializes in Mobile & App Marketing and Affiliate Marketing and is in Delhi, India.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancerBari, Italy
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50% Search Engine Optimization30% Pay Per Click10% Digital Strategy +2 services5% Content Marketing5% Other Digital MarketingLaunched in 2017, Daniele Pignone - Pignasmile.it is a small Bari, Italy-based SEO agency. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancerCaldaro, Italy
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45% Search Engine Optimization35% Pay Per Click15% Digital Strategy +1 service5% Conversion OptimizationSEO agency DOPA Media was launched in 2021. The company offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% E-Commerce Development20% Pay Per Click +2 services20% Social Media Marketing20% Web DevelopmentGlobal Group One is a New York, New York-based social media marketing firm. They specialize in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and were established in 2017.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Mumbai, India
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15% Search Engine Optimization35% Social Media Marketing25% Pay Per Click +3 services10% Ecommerce Marketing10% Email Marketing5% Conversion OptimizationFounded in 2008, A One Salasar Pvt Ltd is a midsize Mumbai, India-based social media marketing agency. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr50 - 249Gurugram, India
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click15% Digital Strategy +3 services15% Email Marketing15% Mobile & App Marketing15% Social Media MarketingIA Webtech is a SEO company. The Gurugram, India-based team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Content Marketing20% Digital Strategy +2 services20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media MarketingLocated in Woodbridge Township, New Jersey, HelenzysDent is a Digital Strategy company. Founded in 2022, the team specializes in Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Pune, India
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Content Marketing20% Email Marketing +2 services20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media MarketingB2B Lead Generation Company in Pune, India | Koinet Media is a midsize social media marketing firm. Founded in 2010, the team provides Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Ahmedabad, India
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30% Search Engine Optimization20% Social Media Marketing10% Ecommerce Marketing +9 services10% Email Marketing10% Pay Per Click5% Content Marketing5% Content Writing Services2% Branding2% Digital Strategy2% Market Research2% Other Digital Marketing2% Product MarketingTarget 8 Sales is a SEO agency. They were established in 2010 and offer Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Andheri, India
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Content Marketing20% Pay Per Click +2 services20% Social Media Marketing20% Web DevelopmentDiTech Creative & Digital Marketing is a midsize social media marketing agency launched in 2016. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Brooklyn, NY
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% HR Consulting20% Logo +2 services20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media MarketingMetacule, a social media marketing agency, was launched in 2018. The midsize team provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Gandhinagar, India
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media Marketing +3 services20% Web Development10% Low/No Code Development10% Web DesignShivohm, a social media marketing firm, was established in 2018. Located in Gandhinagar, India, the team offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hrFreelancerKuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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40% Search Engine Optimization40% Pay Per Click10% Conversion Optimization +1 service10% Marketing StrategyFaiz Azizan - SEO & Google Ads Consultant is a small SEO agency. Founded in 2014, the team offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Boca Raton, FL
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Branding20% Conversion Optimization +2 services20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media MarketingPatientize Digital Marketing, a branding company, specializes in Branding and Social Media Marketing. The firm is in Boca Raton, Florida.
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$75,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Noida, India
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media Marketing +2 services20% Web Design20% Web DevelopmentGarage Collective Agency is a midsize social media marketing company. They focus on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and were founded in 2024.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Pune, India
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Conversion Optimization20% Ecommerce Marketing +2 services20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media MarketingAmplicomm Solutions Pvt. Ltd. Is a Pune, India-based social media marketing agency. Established in 2021, the team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Conversion Optimization.
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Digital Strategy20% Pay Per Click +2 services20% Social Media Marketing20% Video MarketingSEOvsRanking Technology is a Digital Strategy company. They are in Noida, India, and their services include Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Email Marketing20% Pay Per Click +2 services20% Social Media Marketing20% Web DevelopmentFalcon Konnect is a social media marketing company. Their team is based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates and Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The agency offers Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Beverly Hills, CA
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Back Office Outsourcing20% Pay Per Click +2 services20% Social Media Marketing20% Web DevelopmentXenMD is a social media marketing firm. In Beverly Hills, California, the company provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Vadodara, India
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Branding20% Digital Strategy +2 services20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media MarketingNivida Digital is a branding agency established in 2013. The team provides Branding and Digital Strategy and is in Vadodara, India.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Bathinda, India
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media Marketing +2 services20% Video Production20% Web DevelopmentNetcrafty, a midsize social media marketing agency, is headquartered in Bathinda, India. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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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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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Toronto, Canada
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Diego, CA
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999Copley, OH
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Marion, IL
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Arlington Heights, IL
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$1,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Colorado Springs, CO
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Bel Air, MD
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49South Jordan, UT
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Tampa, FL
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$10,000+Undisclosed250 - 999New York, NY
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249San Antonio, TX
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Boca Raton, FL
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249L'viv, Ukraine
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Odesa, Ukraine
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Pearland, TX
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38.3/40.020/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience8.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
35% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click45% Other -
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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38.1/40.018.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
70% Search Engine Optimization25% Pay Per Click5% Other -
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Lehi, UT
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38.1/40.018.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
75% Search Engine Optimization25% Pay Per Click -
$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Odesa, Ukraine
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38.1/40.018.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
40% Search Engine Optimization30% Pay Per Click30% Other -
$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49London, England
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37.9/40.018.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
50% Search Engine Optimization50% Pay Per Click -
$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Huntington, NY
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37.8/40.018.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
20% Search Engine Optimization50% Pay Per Click30% Other -
$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Calgary, Canada
Ability to deliver
37.7/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
45% Search Engine Optimization40% Pay Per Click15% Other -
$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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37.5/40.019/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
40% Search Engine Optimization45% Pay Per Click15% Other
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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