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See 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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SEO services firm ADwave Studios is in Akora Khattak, Pakistan. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Development.
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Locate Legal is a small SEO company established in 2023. Their team provides Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Chaos Theory Marketing is a branding firm. The Virginia Beach, Virginia-based agency was launched in 2021. Their team provides Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Las Vegas, NV
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HiLyte Marketing is a Digital Strategy company. They are located in Las Vegas, Nevada and have small team of experts. Their services include Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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Established in 2023, Disruptive Digital Services is a small web design agency. Their services include Web Design and Pay Per Click.
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The Emerson Agency, a SEO services firm, was launched in 2023. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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Headquartered in Los Angeles, California, Growth Monsters is a social media marketing firm. They provide Social Media Marketing and Conversion Optimization.
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Aenigmah Digital Marketing Company is a social media marketing firm. They are headquartered in Rajkot, India. Their team offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Sonora, CA
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Small social media marketing firm Sprightly Marketing LLC, is in Sonora, California. The team offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Launched in 2023, Growth happen is a small Ghaziabad, India-based Digital Strategy company. Their team focuses on Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Multan, Pakistan
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Digital Linep is a Digital Strategy company. The Multan, Pakistan-based agency offers Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Charlotte, NC
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Performax Digital is a PPC company. They offer Pay Per Click and Digital Strategy and were launched in 2023.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Oxnard, CA
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Based in Oxnard, California, LocalisedSEO is a small SEO agency. The team offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Undisclosed$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Las Vegas, NV
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Founded in 2022, Internet Ad Boss is a social media marketing firm. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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One Stingray | Digital Marketing & Web Development Agency is a Digital Strategy company. Established in 2021, their team focuses on Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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Launched in 2021, Ngoye Marketing, a small social media marketing agency, is headquartered in Overland Park, Kansas. Their team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Herlev, Denmark
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Skillbuddy is a social media marketing agency. Headquartered in Herlev, Denmark, their team provides Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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Based in Seattle, Washington, Seattle SEO Guru is a social media marketing firm. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Ahmedabad, India
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Launched in 2023, Dots Developer is a social media marketing firm. The small team offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Mumbai, India
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Established in 2024, Digital sakshi vankar, a small social media marketing company, is in Mumbai, India. Their team offers Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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Digital Zeel Shah is a social media marketing firm launched in 2024. The small team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Rawalpindi, Pakistan
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Brand Creatives Digital , a social media marketing agency, was founded in 2017. The company provides Social Media Marketing and Branding, and is small.
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Flydeas is a branding firm. They are in Dubai, United Arab Emirates and Islamabad, Pakistan and have small team of experts. Their services include Branding and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Ahmedabad, India
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Yashraj Marketing is a social media marketing company. They were founded in 2022 and offer Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Brooklyn, NY
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Launched in 2023, Brooklyn Digital Boost is a SEO company. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy and is located in Brooklyn, New York.
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IntRanker, a SEO company, offer Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click. They were launched in 2023.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Vancouver, Canada
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Marketing Strategy company VArgo SEO is located in Vancouver, Canada. They provide Marketing Strategy and Content Marketing and were founded in 2020.
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MeUMedia is a social media marketing firm established in 2023. In Anaheim, California, the team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Nairobi, Kenya
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Founded in 2023, Propel Digital Partners is a social media marketing company. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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Digital Marketing Service is a Digital Strategy company. They offer Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing and are located in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
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Fenske Authentic Marketing is a Grand Rapids, Michigan-based SEO agency. They specialize in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing and were launched in 2023.
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Top1 Digital Marketing is a social media marketing firm. The firm was established in 2024. Their team offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Webedcutter is an Advertising company. Founded in 2024, the company specializes in Advertising and Search Engine Optimization.
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Digibump, a SEO company, is headquartered in. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Founded in 2023, SOFT FOUNDERS is a small social media marketing company. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Faridabad, India
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Founded in 2023, ONE TECH DIGITAL is a small Faridabad, India-based SEO agency. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Delta, Canada
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Connect the Clinics Marketing, a social media marketing firm, is based in Delta, Canada. Founded in 2020, the team provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Lilongwe, Malawi
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Small social media marketing company DREAMERS MARKETING LTD, is based in Lilongwe, Malawi. The team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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Brand Canvas - Digital Marketing Solutions is a Digital Strategy company. They are based in Mumbai, India, and their services include Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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Social media marketing company WebWave Design Studios is located in Toronto, Canada. Launched in 2021, the team offers Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Webat Pte. Ltd. Is a SEO agency established in 2022. The small team provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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SEO agency Udeal Solutions is in Calgary, Canada. They provide Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click and were founded in 2022.
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9London, England
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In London, England, HEXD Media is a Digital Strategy company. The team provides Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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Founded in 2023, GMB Guru, a small branding agency, is headquartered in delhi, India. Their services include Branding and Event Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Newmarket, Canada
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Whale Marketing is a social media marketing agency. They are based in Newmarket, Canada and have small team of experts. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Ahmedabad, India
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TheMonkix is a small branding firm located in Ahmedabad, India. The team offers Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Lorenz Digital Hub, an Advertising company, was established in 2023. Based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates and Jaipur, India, the team specializes in Advertising and Branding.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Hyderabad, India
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VOLT DIGI is an Email Marketing company. They are headquartered in Hyderabad, India. Their team focuses on Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Anchorage, AK
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Alaska Digital Marketing Agency is a small SEO agency established in 2022. Their team offers Search Engine Optimization and Advertising.
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Lemur E-Commerce is an Ecommerce Marketing company. They offer Ecommerce Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and are in Nenagh, Ireland.
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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+Undisclosed250 - 999Colorado Springs, CO
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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 / hr10 - 49San Diego, CA
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Calgary, Canada
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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.