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See all 27 projectsSilverback Strategies is a digital marketing agency specializing in social media marketing and management, as well as PPC campaigns. Reviewers highlight their proficiency in lead generation and online branding, with an 80% increase in leads noted by a client. Positive feedback emphasizes their strategic communication and tailored budget management, with nearly all reviewers appreciating their performance-driven approach and adaptability to client needs.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Pimpri-Chinchwad, India
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Located in Pimpri-Chinchwad, India and Pimpri-Chinchwad, India, Estrella Technologies is a social media marketing firm. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Web Development.
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Web design agency Disturb Digital is in. Established in 2010, the team offers Web Design and Web Development.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9New York, NY
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Cascade Interactive is a social media marketing agency. Their team is headquartered in New York, New York. The firm provides Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9El Cajon, CA
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Click Track Marketing is a SEO company. They are located in El Cajon, California and have small team. They offer Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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Small social media marketing agency Positive Medium, is based in Williamsport, Pennsylvania. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Houston, TX
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Launched in 2000, Go Rankers LLC is a Digital Strategy company. The team specializes in Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Pune, India
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Digital Marketing Mind is a small social media marketing firm headquartered in Pune, India. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Affiliate Marketing.
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House of SEO is a social media marketing agency. In Kolding, Denmark, their team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9London, England
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Forward Slash is a London, England-based Digital Strategy company. The team offers Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Raleigh, NC
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Branding agency Gridhooks focuses on Branding and Social Media Marketing. They are in Raleigh, North Carolina.
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Small social media marketing company Next Level Digital Marketing Agency, is headquartered in Woodstock, Virginia. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Nashville, TN
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SEO agency Alpyne Strategy, LLC is in Nashville, Tennessee and Murfreesboro, Tennessee. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Email Marketing.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India
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HMV Technologies is a social media marketing firm launched in 2014. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Pikesville, MD
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Maryland Web Design Corporation is a web design agency launched in 2007. Their team offers Web Design and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9San Diego, CA
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Based in San Diego, California, The Marketing Group USA is a Digital Strategy company. They provide Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Ahmedabad, India
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Empirical Digital Solutions is a SEO agency. They were established in 2019, and their services include Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9New Delhi, India
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Media planning & buying agency Digital Marketing Players was founded in 2017. The company specializes in Media Planning & Buying and Social Media Marketing, and is small.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Auckland, New Zealand
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Webpress NZ is a Digital Strategy company launched in 2023. Their services include Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Delhi, India
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Social media marketing agency Sim Shis SEO Services was established in 2019. The small team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Calgary, Canada
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Guru Services, an Advertising company, provide Advertising and Social Media Marketing. They were established in 2009.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Mira Bhayandar, India
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Launched in 2019, Bzeebee is a branding agency. Their team offers Branding and Market Research.
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Marketing Strategy company The Marketing Project was launched in 2013. The team provides Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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Mock Visual is a branding firm. Established in 2022, the team provides Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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SEO services firm SEO Tech Burner was established in 2012. The small team provides Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Noida, India
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I Visa and Documents Services is a social media marketing firm established in 2023. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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HUSH Communications is a PR firm. Based in Bondi Junction, Australia, their small team focuses on Public Relations and Event Marketing. The agency was launched in 2000.
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Content Clips is a branding company. In Pasadena, California, the company was founded in 2022. Their services include Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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Grupo Detank is an Advertising company. They offer Advertising and Social Media Marketing and are in Córdoba, Spain.
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Charlotte Web Design PRO is a branding company. They are in Pineville, North Carolina. Their team provides Branding and Digital Strategy.
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Polygons Media is a San Rafael, California-based social media marketing agency. Launched in 2005, the team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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4Good 1 Limited/Social Media Marketing Agency, a Digital Strategy company, provide Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing. They were founded in 2011.
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Small video production company Pioneer Spirit, is headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee. Their services include Video Production and Corporate Photography.
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Novanta9 is a Marketing Strategy company. They offer Marketing Strategy and Web Design and were founded in 2011. The company is based in Brescia, Italy.
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Company Bee is a social media marketing firm headquartered in Deer Park, Washington. They focus on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and were launched in 2008.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Frankfurt am Main, Germany
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COURAGE - PR, Marketing & Social Media Agency is a public relations company established in 2010. Their team focuses on Public Relations and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Bengaluru, India
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Desinelabs, a social media marketing company, was founded in 2011. The agency specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Computer Support Professional is a social media marketing firm. In Parramatta, Australia, their team provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Gonzo Digital, a social media marketing firm, was established in 2018. The small team provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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8AM Creative is a branding firm. In Austin, Texas, their small team focuses on Branding and Public Relations. The firm was launched in 2021.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Sitapur, India
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Established in 2016, Cyber Jaguar is a graphic design company. The company offers Graphic Design and Digital Strategy, and is small.
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Digital Marketing Agency In Hyderabad is a Hyderabad, India-based social media marketing company. They offer Social Media Marketing and Conversion Optimization.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Montrose Historic District, AL
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AB Tech Solutions, LLC is a branding company. Their small team is in Montrose Historic District, Alabama and specializes in Branding and Digital Strategy. The company was established in 2015.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Winter Garden, FL
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Trustela Consulting- Digital Marketing Agency in Florida USA, a SEO services firm, was established in 2021. The agency focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Zagreb, Croatia
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CyLizard is a small web development firm located in Zagreb, Croatia. Their services include Web Development and Digital Strategy.
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NamasTech Digital Agency is a website development firm launched in 2019. The firm focuses on Web Development and Social Media Marketing.
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See all 1 projectsPrime Publisher USA is a book publishing agency that follows a standard procedure to help publish your books. We aim to help our clients get the reasonable help and assistance that is required. Our
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See all 1 projectsAbout Us:Celective Studios is a one-stop solution firm headquartered in the center of the USA, specializing in custom website design & development, graphic design, & media marketing. By
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Sacramento, CA
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See all 11 projectsBeyrMedia is a dynamic digital marketing and creative agency committed to helping brands excel in today's ever-changing digital landscape. We develop innovative marketing strategies that yield
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See all 10 projectsHomage USA is a leading creative agency specializing in logo design, website development, UI/UX design, and social media marketing. We help businesses establish a strong digital presence by creating
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$5,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Dallas, TX
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See all 1 projectsFHG offers website redesign services with a focus on complex functionalities such as payments and geolocation. The reviews highlight FHG's transparency, effective communication, and expertise in UI/UX design. Clients commend their project management and ability to deliver high-quality work, even in challenging circumstances such as the COVID-19 outbreak.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Atlanta, GA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Montreal, Canada
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Bel Air, MD
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Paramus, NJ
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Arlington Heights, IL
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Costa Mesa, CA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Mooloolaba, Australia
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Pearland, TX
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Northfield, IL
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Indore, India
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Denver, CO
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Woodmere, NY
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr250 - 999Washington, DC
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999New York, NY
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Calgary, Canada
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Kyiv, Ukraine
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Pleasant Grove, UT
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Odesa, Ukraine
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Washington, DC
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Kyiv, Ukraine
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Carmel, IN
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Indianapolis, IN
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Odesa, Ukraine
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Diego, CA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Richmond, Australia
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Facebook Advertising Agency FAQs
Looking for a Facebook advertising agency but not sure where to start? We've put together answers to the most common questions businesses ask when searching for a trusted partner. This FAQ covers what you need to know before hiring a Facebook advertising agency, from pricing and services to results and red flags.
Clutch identifies and recognizes firms that drive ROI through targeted Facebook ad campaigns using a proprietary methodology. The top Facebook ad companies for 2026 include:
A Facebook ad marketing company plans, builds, and optimizes paid campaigns across Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, and the Meta Audience Network. These providers typically work on various aspects of the Facebook ad process, including the following:
- Market research
- Audience segmentation
- Creative production
- Budget allocation
- A/B testing
- Continuous performance monitoring
The goal is to lower cost-per-acquisition (CPA) and increase return on ad spend (ROAS) while keeping messaging consistent with your broader marketing strategy.
- Who will be my day-to-day strategist and what’s their experience?
- How do you structure campaigns for prospecting vs. retargeting?
- What is your creative testing framework and refresh frequency?
- How do you attribute conversions across devices and channels?
- What tech stack or tools do you use for reporting and optimization?
- Can you share ROAS benchmarks from similar businesses?
Partnering with specialists accelerates learning curves, provides access to premium creative talent, and frees your team to focus on product or sales. Agencies also leverage bulk media buying data to spot trends earlier and negotiate beta-program access with Meta.
- Guaranteed results or “secret” algorithms
- Lack of access to your ad account or data ownership
- One-size-fits-all creative with no testing roadmap
- Vague reporting or metrics that don’t map to revenue
- High employee turnover that disrupts account continuity
Finding the ideal Facebook ad marketing agency can be challenging, considering the variety of agencies you can partner with. Start your selection process by defining clear KPIs—ROAS, lead volume, or app installs to know what criteria to set. After that, you can follow these steps:
- Review case studies in your industry
- Check Clutch ratings and verified client feedback
- Compare pricing and service transparency (do they share media plans and real-time dashboards?)
- Evaluate communication cadence and project management tools
- Request a performance forecast based on historical data
Shortlist 3–5 agencies and ask for a strategic proposal before signing. Leverage Clutch’s directory, resources, and filters to guide your search.
According to data we’ve gathered here on Clutch, most agencies charge either:
Monthly retainer rates that average around $1,500 – $10,000 (ad spend excluded). Value or percentage-based pricing that usually ranges from 10%–20% of managed media spend.
Smaller projects (e.g., a one-time campaign audit) can start around $1,000, while enterprise-level engagements with dedicated creative teams may exceed $25,000 per month. Factors that influence price include campaign complexity, geographic targeting, creative volume, and the agency’s seniority.
Facebook ad marketing agencies generally provide the full range of services and solutions needed to execute compelling ad campaigns on Facebook. If you plan to hire a dedicated partner, you can expect to have access to services such as:
- Campaign strategy and goal setting
- Ad creative design (e.g., static, video, carousel, Reels)
- Pixel implementation and conversion tracking
- Audience building (e.g., look-alikes, retargeting, interest, demographic)
- Budget management and bid optimization
- Ongoing split testing and reporting dashboards
- Cross-channel integration with Google Ads, TikTok, or email marketing
Some full-service teams also handle landing-page design, funnel automation, and Shopify or WooCommerce integrations. Make sure to inquire about their expertise and additional services when discussing your project with a potential partner.
Agencies offer multidisciplinary teams—strategists, designers, copywriters, analysts—under one roof, ideal for scaling budgets and audiences. Freelancers can be cost-effective for smaller spends or single-channel experiments but may lack bandwidth for 24/7 optimization, advanced analytics, or rapid creative iteration.