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See 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.
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SEO agency Bold Vision Marketing was established in 2023. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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Established in 2010, Blueprint Creative Marketing is a branding agency. The team focuses on Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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Daisy Digital LLC is a Content Marketing company. Their small team is located in Duluth, Minnesota. Their services include Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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SEO services firm Diamond Loop Copywriting focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click. They are located in Lebanon, Ohio.
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Kung Pow Marketing is a Marketing Strategy company. The team is headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, and their services include Marketing Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerVirginia Beach, VA
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Moxie Media Consulting, a social media marketing firm, was founded in 2015. They provides Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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Social media marketing agency Digital Growth Pro was launched in 2022. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing and is headquartered in San Antonio, Texas.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerMiami, FL
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Market Operations LLC is a small Miami, Florida-based SEO company. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerMiddletown Township, NJ
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MILE Social, a SEO agency, was established in 2015. The company focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Advertising, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerParker, CO
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Mr. WPress is a SEO agency. The firm is in Parker, Colorado. Their team offers Search Engine Optimization and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerBurnsville, MN
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911 Geeks is a web design company. The agency is headquartered in Burnsville, Minnesota. Their services include Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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Made in Trenbania is a social media marketing company founded in 2010. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Digitaliagency is an Email Marketing company. Their small team of employees is in Figline Valdarno, Italy. Their team provides Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Established in 2014, Zyorca, a small SEO agency, is headquartered in Evergreen, Colorado. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Marketing Strategy.
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Conversion Optimization company Peak 8 Marketing is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota. They provide Conversion Optimization and Search Engine Optimization and were founded in 2016.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerMadison, CT
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Soundview Creative LLC is a web design company. In Madison, Connecticut, their team provides Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerFort Lauderdale, FL
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Leverage Digital Marketing, a SEO services firm, provides Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click. The firm is located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
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Spread Gather Digital Marketing is a social media marketing company. They are located in Paris, Tennessee and have small team. Their team provides Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerPortage, MI
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Established in 2015, Webistries Marketing & SEO is a small SEO agency. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerNew York, NY
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Easy4Host Inc. Is a web design agency. The agency is located in New York, New York. Their team specializes in Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerPainted Post, NY
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Founded in 1997, Orlando Web Services, LLC is a web design company. The small team specializes in Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerParla, Spain
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SEOs Marketing, a web design agency, was founded in 2015. The small team offers Web Design and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerNorcross, GA
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Cloud Website Solutions, a SEO services firm, provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Design. The agency is located in Norcross, Georgia.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerJoplin, MO
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Established in 2016, Tier 9, LLC is a SEO company. The team offers Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerCarrollton, GA
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Compass Solutions is a web design company. The team is headquartered in Carrollton, Georgia, and their services include Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerJasper, GA
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North Georgia Web Design is a web design agency. They are in Jasper, Georgia, and their services include Web Design and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerRinggold, VA
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McDarmont Web Design, a Content Marketing company, is headquartered in Ringgold, Virginia. Established in 2005, the team focuses on Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Small SEO company Right Stuff Web Development LLC, is located in Front Royal, Virginia. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerGalax, VA
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Mountain Empire Web Creations LLC is a small web design company established in 2013. Their services include Web Design and Web Development.
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Rahim Huda Ltd is a PPC agency. Their team is headquartered in London, England and offers Pay Per Click and Digital Strategy.
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Zech Design is a SEO agency. The Puyallup, Washington-based team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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WebWhale Inc. Is a web design company. They are based in Toronto, Canada and have small team. Their services include Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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Social Union Digital is a social media marketing agency launched in 2024. Their team provides Social Media Marketing and Branding.
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WEB801 is a small Content Marketing company located in Spanish Fork, Utah. The team focuses on Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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TheNetStuff LLC is a SEO company. The team is located in Grafton, Wisconsin, and their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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Launched in 2023, Digital Mully is a web design company. In Shillington, Pennsylvania, the team specializes in Web Design and E-Commerce Development.
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CoreWeb Technologies LLC is a PPC agency. Located in San Antonio, Texas, the agency offers Pay Per Click and Web Development.
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Website and Social Media Solutions, LLC is a small Greensboro, North Carolina-based SEO services firm. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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Get Global Marketing, a Content Marketing company, was established in 2016. In Bend, Oregon, the team focuses on Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerMount Airy, MD
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Amble Media Group is a small social media marketing firm based in Mount Airy, Maryland. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerMillstadt, IL
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SEO company Whole Brain Digital LLC is based in Millstadt, Illinois. Launched in 2018, the team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerNewbridge, Ireland
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WebBuddy, a small SEO company, is located in Newbridge, Ireland. The team offers Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerSouth Bend, IN
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Digital Strategy company AE Digital Marketing Agency is headquartered in South Bend, Indiana. They provide Digital Strategy and Conversion Optimization.
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Adworx Media is a social media marketing firm. They were founded in 2023 and focus on Social Media Marketing and Conversion Optimization.
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Geek Unique is a small e-commerce development firm founded in 2023. Their team specializes in E-Commerce Development and Search Engine Optimization.
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GlobeLight Marketing is a social media marketing agency established in 2020. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Launched in 2022, Red Minstrel Marketing is a social media marketing company. The company focuses on Social Media Marketing and CRM consulting and SI.
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Revitalize Innovations, a social media marketing agency, was established in 2024. The company offers Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click, and is small.
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Social media marketing company Suncrest Media is in Palmdale, California. Established in 2015, the team offers Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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Wilder Strategy Lab is a social media marketing company. The Mill Valley, California-based firm provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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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+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 - 249Boca Raton, FL
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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+$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+$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.