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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Paramus, NJServices provided
See all 339 projectsSmartSites is an SEO agency specializing in enhancing online visibility through services like SEO, paid search, and website development. Consistently praised for their responsiveness and project management, 100% of reviews highlight their capacity to increase website traffic and digital marketing success. SmartSites excels in Search Engine Marketing and SERP Optimization, driving significant improvements in website ranking and organic search optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Southend-on-Sea, England
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Founded in 2023, June Digital, a small SEO services firm and PPC agency, is headquartered in Southend-on-Sea, England. Their team provides Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49
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Seowithshrey is a SEO agency established in 2023. Their team offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Senta, Serbia
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Established in 2019, Optimizacija-sajta.rs is a SEO company. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Conversion Optimization and is located in Senta, Serbia.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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See all 1 projectsPROPELLER SEO Toronto specializes in Search Engine Optimization, Search Engine Marketing, website development, and online visibility services, catering primarily to the legal industry. Reviews highlight their profound industry knowledge, exceptional project management, and results-oriented approach, which have significantly increased clients' website rankings, traffic, and lead generation. Clients commend their tailored strategies and proactive communication.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Northampton, England
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Springhill Marketing, a SEO services firm and pay per click agency, was launched in 2015. The small team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Vancouver, Canada
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Web design company Out-Smarts Marketing was established in 2002. The small team specializes in Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Jaipur, India
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Founded in 2020, Mobyink Innovations is a Mobile & App Marketing company. The team specializes in Mobile & App Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancer
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See all 3 projectsContent Majestic is an SEO agency providing website design and search optimization services. They excel in enhancing digital visibility and website ranking, as evidenced by a 66% sales increase reported by a client. Reviewers frequently praise their professionalism and effective communication, with 100% positive feedback highlighting their impressive knowledge and customer service.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Birmingham, England
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SEO company Ricemedia was founded in 2001. The small team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Pretoria, South Africa
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See all 3 projectsKaitech (Pty) Ltd is a web development and IT solutions company specializing in website maintenance, hosting, and back-end systems integration. The company has received predominantly positive feedback, with clients praising their professionalism, efficiency, and deep understanding of business processes. A notable 100% of reviewers commended their integration capabilities, though some suggested improvements in user experience and reporting features.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Melbourne, Australia
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See all 1 projectsCosmos Sales & Marketing is a digital marketing agency specializing in SEO, PPC, and social media campaigns. Their clients report notable improvements in online presence and lead generation, with 100% positive feedback citing their marketing expertise and reliable project management. The company has been praised for its professionalism and ability to meet deadlines consistently.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Cairo, Egypt
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See all 2 projectsIbrahim Khuzam offers comprehensive services in Search Engine Optimization, including enhancing website ranking and online visibility through targeted SEO strategies and unique content creation. The reviews reflect a high level of client satisfaction, highlighting the company's credibility, commitment to deadlines, and expertise in delivering exceptional and timely results. Clients particularly appreciate their professionalism, attention to detail, and responsive communication.
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Approach SEO - Los Angeles SEO Agency is a SEO agency. Launched in 2011, the team offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Tampa, FL
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Founded in 2008, EyeQuest Digital is a small PPC company and SEO services firm. Their team focuses on Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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Aquare - Digital Marketing is a midsize SEO services firm located in London, England. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Mogi das Cruzes, Brazil
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Mago SEO, a SEO company, is headquartered in Mogi das Cruzes, Brazil. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Hyderabad, India
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2Digital Solutions is a SEO agency launched in 2016. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click and is headquartered in Hyderabad, India.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9East Perth, Australia
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Steep Digital is an East Perth, Australia-based SEO services firm. They offer Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click and were launched in 2014.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Arlington, TX
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In Arlington, Texas, LeadLocals is a small SEO agency. The team offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Mount Laurel Township, NJ
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Launched in 2017, Conglomerate Marketing Agency, a small PPC agency and SEO company, is in Mount Laurel Township, New Jersey. Their services include Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249New Delhi, India
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Established in 2012, SEO Services India, a midsize SEO services firm, is based in New Delhi, India. Their team offers Search Engine Optimization and Advertising.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49San Mateo, CA
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Pennock Digital Agency is a PPC agency. Headquartered in San Mateo, California, the company was launched in 2016. Their team specializes in Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Glasgow , Scotland
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In Glasgow , Scotland, Prime Digital is a small Content Marketing company. The team provides Content Marketing and Graphic Design.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Montréal, Canada
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Small PPC company and SEO agency SEO Troop, is located in Montréal, Canada. The team specializes in Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Indore, India
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Digital Tech Village, a SEO services firm, provide Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click. They were launched in 2018.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Mount Dora, FL
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SEO services firm Digitally Found™ focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click. They are in Mount Dora, Florida.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Vaughan, Canada
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ALM Corp is a SEO company. Their team is headquartered in Vaughan, Canada. The firm offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr50 - 249دبي, United Arab Emirates
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Midsize SEO company GoAraby, is headquartered in دبي, United Arab Emirates. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Mumbai, India
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ARSH INFOSYSTEMS is a SEO agency. Their midsize team is headquartered in Mumbai, India and Umargam, India. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Uppsala, Sweden
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AdBud Tecnologies AB is a PPC company. They are headquartered in Uppsala, Sweden and have small team of experts. Their services include Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Ikorodu, Nigeria
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CPN Computer Consult is a SEO agency. They specialize in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click and were founded in 2015. The agency is headquartered in Ikorodu, Nigeria.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249North Sydney, Australia
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Area Ten is a SEO company. The North Sydney, Australia-based company provides Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Austin, TX
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Kru Marketing, a SEO agency and pay per click company, was launched in 2022. The agency focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Bengaluru, India
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Zeppstr is a SEO agency. Their team is based in Bengaluru, India. The firm provides Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Launched in 2022, Semrank is a SEO company and pay per click company. The company provides Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Established in 2004, Philly Online Marketing is an Advertising company. The agency offers Advertising and Social Media Marketing, and is large.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9New London, CT
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Small SEO services firm Battle SEO, is located in New London, Connecticut and Harker Heights, Texas. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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SEO Marketing Company is a SEO company and pay per click company launched in 2005. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr1,000 - 9,999Plano, TX
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Launched in 2019, MIU Medical Billing is a social media marketing firm. The agency specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Baltimore, MD
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Midsize SEO services firm Renegade Experts, is located in Baltimore, Maryland. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Dhanam Technologies W.L.L is a Digital Strategy company. They provide Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization and are headquartered in Manama, Bahrain and Manama, Bahrain.
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Daimako: Agencia SEO is a València, Spain-based SEO services firm and pay per click agency. They focus on Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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SEOh! So Good is a SEO company and PPC company. Their team is headquartered in Nantwich, England and offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999
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CypherSwway is a social media marketing agency based in alberta, Canada. They specialize in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Oradea, Romania
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MDA Digital is a pay per click agency. They provide Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization and were established in 2019. The agency is based in Oradea, Romania.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9
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See all 1 projectsTechMerch Innovations is a web development and database management company praised for their ability to deliver reliable websites and applications. With 100% positive feedback, clients appreciate their commitment to meeting deadlines and delivering on promises, although initial project attention could be improved. Their cost-effectiveness and capability to execute projects without issue are also highlighted.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Lake Mary, FL
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Established in 2006, Big Shark Marketing, LLC is a SEO services firm. The agency offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Park City, UT
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See all 1 projectsNovoVision Agency offers a comprehensive suite of digital marketing services, including SEO, PPC advertising, Social Media Marketing, and Content Optimization, to enhance online visibility and website ranking. Reviews highlight the agency's exceptional project management, professionalism, and adaptability, resulting in increased website traffic and improved search engine rankings. Clients particularly commend their responsive communication and genuine passion for delivering optimal results.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49PO, India
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AronTech IT Solutions Pvt Ltd is a SEO services firm established in 2020. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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Social media marketing agency Omnichannel Media is located in Morgan Hill, California. Established in 2013, the team focuses on 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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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Pleasant Grove, UT
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 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+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Odesa, Ukraine
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Draper, UT
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Oklahoma City, OK
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Bel Air, MD
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Boca Raton, FL
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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+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Los Angeles, CA
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$1,000+< $25 / hr1,000 - 9,999Ahmedabad, India
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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39.2/40.019.6/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Tampa, FL
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Lehi, UT
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Huntington, NY
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Chernihiv, Ukraine
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249L'viv, Ukraine
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Odesa, Ukraine
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Calgary, Canada
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49New York, NY
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10% Search Engine Optimization90% Pay Per Click
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.