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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 comprehensive digital marketing agency specializing in SEO and digital visibility enhancement, consistently praised for its professionalism and responsiveness. With high ratings in client satisfaction, SmartSites has achieved significant outcomes like tripling website traffic and improving ROI for various businesses. Approximately 90% of reviews highlight their effective project management and timely delivery, underscoring their capability in optimizing search performance and enhancing online visibility.
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Client feedback indicates a strong sentiment of receptiveness from SmartSites. Clients frequently highlight their responsiveness and willingness to accommodate requests, with one noting their 'commitment to making our wishes come true.' Another client emphasized their 'exceptional customer service' and fast response rates. Additionally, SmartSites' adaptability to changing needs was praised, with one client stating they 'exceed expectations in terms of project management.' Overall, the sentiment reflects a highly receptive and customer-focused approach.-
Advertising & Marketing for Psychotherapy Clinic
5.0 Aug 21, 2023I can't thank Kolbe enough for being available, for listening to my ideas, and making me feel at ease and confident. If you aren't sure whether to pick SmarSites for your business, JUST DO IT!!!!! YOU won't regret it!!!! Everyone is amazing there!! But, Kolbe is the best!!!!!!
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SEO, PPC & SMM for Trader Gallery
5.0 Nov 7, 2024SmartSites exceeds expectations in terms of project management. They’re receptive to requests and able to adapt to our changing needs and schedule. We primarily communicate via email and Zoom, and we use their dashboard to track our progress and metrics.
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Digital Strategy & PPC for Automotive Company
5.0 Nov 26, 2024Anthony and Isaah, who oversee our accounts, are very responsive and receptive to critical feedback. They come prepared with data/insights to back up their game plan and execute at a high level. We feel that our overall program is under total control with those two at the helm.
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Clients generally perceive SmartSites as providing excellent value for money, often highlighting the company's responsiveness and effective communication. Multiple reviews noted significant improvements in metrics such as lead generation, conversion rates, and return on ad spend (ROAS). For example, one client experienced a 25x ROI on their ad spend, while another noted an increase in traffic and conversions after just a couple of months. Overall, the sentiment reflects satisfaction with the cost-effectiveness of SmartSites' services.Was this helpful?
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Alpharetta, GA
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40% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media Marketing +1 service20% Video MarketingReputation Sensei is a SEO services firm. The Alpharetta, Georgia-based firm focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Statesboro, GA
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40% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media Marketing +1 service20% Web DesignDigital Galaxy is a SEO services firm. Their small team is based in Statesboro, Georgia. Their team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Bangkok, Thailand
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40% Search Engine Optimization20% E-Commerce Development20% Pay Per Click +1 service20% Social Media MarketingMinimice Group is a SEO agency headquartered in Bangkok, Thailand. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Newcastle upon Tyne, England
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30% Search Engine Optimization40% Public Relations30% Pay Per ClickNORTH is a PR company. Founded in 2021, their team specializes in Public Relations and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Guildford, England
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30% Search Engine Optimization30% Pay Per Click20% Content Marketing +1 service20% Social Media MarketingSession Media is a small Guildford, England-based SEO services firm. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Boulder, CO
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10% Search Engine Optimization15% Content Marketing15% Digital Strategy +4 services15% Marketing Strategy15% Media Planning & Buying15% Pay Per Click15% Social Media MarketingMarketing Strategy company Parallel Path is in Boulder, Colorado and Columbus, Ohio. They provide Marketing Strategy and Media Planning & Buying.
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% E-Commerce Development20% Graphic Design +2 services20% Mobile App Development20% Pay Per ClickYOSEO Bucharest is a small e-commerce development firm in. Their services include E-Commerce Development and Graphic Design.
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Frederiksberg, Denmark
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20% Search Engine Optimization16% Digital Strategy16% Direct Marketing +3 services16% Market Research16% Pay Per Click16% Social Media MarketingLeadtime is a SEO services firm. The Frederiksberg, Denmark-based team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Direct Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media Marketing +2 services20% Web Design20% Web Development247 Real Estate Marketing is an Ahmedabad, India-based social media marketing company. Launched in 2025, the team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249
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25% Search Engine Optimization25% Pay Per Click20% Social Media Marketing +2 services15% Digital Strategy15% Performance MarketingSee all 20 projectsXcratch is an SEO agency that excels in Search Optimization, Digital Visibility Enhancement, and providing comprehensive Website SEO Services. With over 95% positive reviews, clients commend Xcratch for their professional project management and consistent results, such as a 300% traffic increase and improved Google rankings. Approximately 60% of reviewers highlight their effective communication and timely delivery. Xcratch's fair pricing and strong customer relations are also frequently noted.
7 of 7 Search Engine Optimization reviews are 5 stars$10,000 – $49,000 avg. project costRead 7 ReviewsSearch Engine Optimization PROJECT HIGHLIGHT
Digital Marketing for Holistic Wellness Company
5.0 — Xcratch provides content strategy, content creation, and competitor analysis for a breathwork company. The goal is to increase traffic to the client's website. Read moreWas this helpful?
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Xcratch has demonstrated expertise across various industries including Consulting, Retail, Healthcare, and Construction. Feedback indicates strong project management and high-quality deliverables, particularly noted in UI/UX design and web development. Positive sentiments were reported in the Consulting and Healthcare sectors for their effective communication and project responsiveness. However, concerns about project completion were noted in the Other Industries. Overall, Xcratch is recommended for clients in Consulting and Healthcare, while caution is advised for others.
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Other industries Consulting Retail Energy & natural resources Construction Advertising & marketing Healthcare Other Industry Manufacturing Food & Beverages Beauty & Cosmetics Hospitality & leisure Business servicesWas this helpful?
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Clients generally perceive Xcratch as offering good value for money, with several reviews highlighting their competitive pricing. One client noted, "Pricing fit our budget," while another mentioned, "Good value for cost." However, there were also concerns regarding project completion, with one client stating, "They asked for final payment without delivering anything." Overall, feedback reflects a mixed sentiment, indicating satisfaction with pricing but caution regarding deliverables.Was this helpful?
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Scranton, PA
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25% Search Engine Optimization25% Pay Per Click25% Social Media Marketing +1 service25% Web DesignSee all 1 projectsNet Driven offers services in website design and domain purchasing aimed at generating appointments for vehicle repair and tire sales companies. However, overall feedback indicates dissatisfaction with their services due to ineffective project management, poor communication, and lack of measurable outcomes, with clients expressing frustration over complex contractual obligations.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Seattle, WA
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25% Search Engine Optimization25% Pay Per Click25% Social Media Marketing +1 service25% Web DesignSocial media marketing firm Sesame Communications focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization. They were established in 1999.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Thousand Oaks, CA
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25% Search Engine Optimization25% Content Marketing25% Pay Per Click +1 service25% Social Media MarketingHeadquartered in Thousand Oaks, California, RANKGIANT is a Content Marketing company. They offer Content Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249London, England
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25% Search Engine Optimization25% Pay Per Click20% Social Media Marketing +2 services15% Mobile & App Marketing15% Web DesignPay per click company Unique Digital is located in London, England. They specialize in Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization and were established in 1999.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249London, England
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25% Search Engine Optimization25% Pay Per Click20% Conversion Optimization +2 services15% Content Marketing15% Social Media MarketingLatitude Digital Marketing is a pay per click agency. Their team is headquartered in London, England and Warrington, England and offers Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Hamburg, Germany
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25% Search Engine Optimization25% Advertising25% Pay Per Click +1 service25% Social Media MarketingEprofessional is an Advertising company. The Hamburg, Germany-based team provides Advertising and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249München, Germany
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25% Search Engine Optimization25% Pay Per Click25% Public Relations +1 service25% Social Media MarketingCatbird Seat is a PR firm. Their midsize team is located in München, Germany. Their services include Public Relations and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Dortmund, Germany
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25% Search Engine Optimization25% Pay Per Click25% Public Relations +1 service25% Social Media MarketingVexeo is a public relations agency. They are headquartered in Dortmund, Germany and have midsize team. Their team specializes in Public Relations and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hrFreelancer
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50% Search Engine Optimization50% Pay Per ClickGareth Bull is a PPC agency and SEO company. Located in London, England, the team specializes in Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249London, England
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25% Search Engine Optimization30% Social Media Marketing25% Pay Per Click +1 service20% Digital StrategyThreepipe is a social media marketing company. They are headquartered in London, England. Their team provides Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Peoria, IL
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25% Search Engine Optimization25% Content Marketing25% Pay Per Click +1 service25% Social Media MarketingMindstream Media, a Content Marketing company, was founded in 2016. Headquartered in Peoria, Illinois and Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the team focuses on Content Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Indian Trail, NC
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25% Search Engine Optimization25% Pay Per Click25% Web Design +2 services15% Content Marketing10% LogoLaunched in 2017, Websborough is a PPC company. The team focuses on Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+< $25 / hrFreelancer
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50% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click10% Content Marketing +2 services10% Other Digital Marketing10% Social Media MarketingELITE SEO is a SEO company established in 2011. Headquartered in Madurai, India and India, the team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancerLille, France
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50% Search Engine Optimization50% Pay Per ClickDavid Groult is a pay per click agency and SEO agency. They are headquartered in Lille, France and have small team of experts. Their services include Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
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25% Search Engine Optimization25% Pay Per Click25% Web Design +1 service25% Web DevelopmentAun Vietnam Co. Ltd., a pay per click agency, is located in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. They focus on Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerJackson, WY
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50% Search Engine Optimization50% Pay Per ClickChadwick Content is a small Jackson, Wyoming-based PPC agency and SEO agency. The team focuses on Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Ħaż-Żebbuġ, Malta
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25% Search Engine Optimization25% Blockchain25% Digital Strategy +1 service25% Pay Per ClickICE Malta is a midsize Blockchain company. Launched in 2011, the team offers Blockchain and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Richardson, TX
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25% Search Engine Optimization25% Logo25% Pay Per Click +1 service25% Video ProductionLaunched in 2000, TNT Dental is a Logo company. The team provides Logo and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Warszawa, Poland
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25% Search Engine Optimization50% Accounting25% Pay Per ClickHeadquartered in Warszawa, Poland, Moja Firma is a midsize Accounting company. Their services include Accounting and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancer
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50% Search Engine Optimization50% Pay Per ClickMr. Zaheer Ali is a pay per click agency and SEO agency. Their small team is in Pakistan. Their services include Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancerNew Delhi, India
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35% Search Engine Optimization35% Pay Per Click20% Digital Strategy +1 service10% Social Media MarketingHeadquartered in New Delhi, India, PPC Expert Near Me is a pay per click agency. Their services include Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+< $25 / hrFreelancerSri Jayawardenepura Kotte, Sri Lanka
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30% Search Engine Optimization25% Digital Strategy25% Pay Per Click +2 services10% Content Marketing10% Social Media MarketingDigitalehive is a SEO agency. The firm is in Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte, Sri Lanka. Their team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+UndisclosedFreelancerUppsala, Sweden
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35% Search Engine Optimization35% Pay Per Click30% Conversion OptimizationAlex Rangevik | B2B Growth Marketing Freelancer is a SEO agency. They are in Uppsala, Sweden. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Shen Zhen Shi, China
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25% Search Engine Optimization25% E-Commerce Development25% Pay Per Click +1 service25% Web DesignSuninway Web Design (Shen Zhen) Limited is a SEO company. Their team is headquartered in Shen Zhen Shi, China. The agency specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+< $25 / hrFreelancer
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50% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click20% Social Media Marketing +1 service10% Content MarketingEM GROWTH is a SEO services firm. They focus on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing and were founded in 2022. The company is headquartered in Ben Arous, Tunisia.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Karachi, Pakistan
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15% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click15% Content Marketing +4 services15% Graphic Design15% Social Media Marketing10% Digital Strategy10% Web DesignDigitaltree Marketing is a Karachi, Pakistan-based PPC company. They offer Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing and were launched in 2020.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Melbourne, Australia
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25% Search Engine Optimization25% Pay Per Click25% Web Design +1 service25% Web DevelopmentWebcentral is a SEO services firm. They are located in Melbourne, Australia and have midsize team. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hrFreelancerMumbai, India
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60% Search Engine Optimization15% Social Media Marketing10% Email Marketing +2 services10% Pay Per Click5% Content MarketingEstablished in 2022, Digital Vickas-Freelance Digital Marketing in Mumbai India is a SEO services firm. In Mumbai, India, the team offers Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Kolkata, India
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15% Search Engine Optimization20% Graphic Design20% Pay Per Click +4 services15% Social Media Marketing10% Mobile App Development10% Web Design10% Web DevelopmentDigital Edge 360 is a pay per click company. The midsize Kolkata, India-based team offers Pay Per Click and Graphic Design. The firm was founded in 2021.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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25% Search Engine Optimization25% Advertising25% Pay Per Click +1 service25% Social Media MarketingLaunched in 2007, PureCars is an Advertising company. The team provides Advertising and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerBarcelona, Spain
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50% Search Engine Optimization50% Pay Per ClickSEMSEO Agency is a SEO company and pay per click company launched in 2020. Their team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Toronto, Canada
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25% Search Engine Optimization25% Pay Per Click25% Social Media Marketing +1 service25% Web DesignFounded in 2019, Winkefy is a social media marketing firm. Located in Toronto, Canada, the team provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Murrieta, CA
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25% Search Engine Optimization25% Pay Per Click25% Social Media Marketing +1 service25% Web DesignProSites is a social media marketing firm. Launched in 2003, the company is located in Murrieta, California. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Cedar Rapids, IA
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25% Search Engine Optimization25% Content Marketing25% Pay Per Click +1 service25% Web DevelopmentLaunched in 1999, Geonetric is a Content Marketing company. The team provides Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hrFreelancer
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50% Search Engine Optimization20% Pay Per Click20% Web Design +3 services5% Content Writing Services3% Social Media Marketing2% Content MarketingGayathri Digital Marketer is a SEO company based in Bengaluru, India. Founded in 2023, the team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249
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25% Search Engine Optimization25% Social Media Marketing15% Marketing Strategy +3 services15% Product Marketing10% Digital Strategy10% Pay Per ClickMac World Digital is a Karachi, Pakistan-based social media marketing company. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Gurugram, India
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25% Search Engine Optimization25% Pay Per Click25% Sales Outsourcing +1 service25% Social Media MarketingIn Gurugram, India, DigiAladdin Marketing & Media Agency is a social media marketing company. They offer Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and were established in 2021.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerSurat, India
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35% Search Engine Optimization35% Pay Per Click30% Web DevelopmentSEO services firm Digital Swayam Lahoti is headquartered in Surat, India. They provide Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click and were founded in 2023.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249
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15% Search Engine Optimization35% Social Media Marketing20% Pay Per Click +4 services10% Affiliate Marketing10% Branding5% Advertising5% Email MarketingAbsolute D, a midsize social media marketing company, is in Muvattupuzha, India. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Charlotte, NC
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20% Search Engine Optimization20% Business Consulting15% Graphic Design +3 services15% Pay Per Click15% Social Media Marketing15% Web DesignLaunched in 2021, Web Rank Digital is a midsize Charlotte, North Carolina-based SEO company. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Business Consulting.
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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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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Pleasant Grove, UT
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Costa Mesa, CA
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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 - 249Bel Air, MD
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49South Jordan, UT
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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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$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+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Boca Raton, FL
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India
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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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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Diego, CA
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Calgary, Canada
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Huntington, NY
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37.7/40.018.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
20% Search Engine Optimization60% Pay Per Click20% Other -
$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Dnipro, Ukraine
Ability to deliver
37.4/40.019.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
75% Search Engine Optimization10% 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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