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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49L'viv, UkraineServices provided
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See all 13 projectsGrowthMate is an SEO agency specializing in link-building and enhancing online visibility. Reviews indicate a 100% positive feedback rate, emphasizing their expertise in organic search optimization and SERP enhancement. Clients consistently praise GrowthMate for delivering results, such as significant improvements in website ranking and digital visibility, supported by high-quality backlinks and responsive project management.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancerVilnius, Lithuania
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SEO365, a Content Marketing company, is located in Vilnius, Lithuania. Their services include Content Marketing and Affiliate Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Bengaluru, India
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Throwcode Software Solutions is a web design company founded in 2023. The company offers Web Design and Web Development, and is midsize.
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See all 1 projectsAbout Qognition – B2B SEO & Digital Marketing for Law, Accounting, and Industrial Firms Qognition is a specialized digital marketing agency helping boring businesses grow — including
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9
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See all 1 projectsCreative MediaLink specializes in logo design and branding services. Reviews highlight their exceptional responsiveness and timely delivery, with clients particularly noting the value for cost and the creativity of their work. Overall, Creative MediaLink demonstrates a strong commitment to meeting client needs efficiently and effectively.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Hyderabad, India
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Scalaar, a web design company, was founded in 2019. The team offers Web Design and Content Marketing and is located in Hyderabad, India.
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In Sheoganj, India, BrainHuk - Digital Marketing Agency is a small SEO agency. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Brest, France
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Build Me Up, a web design agency, is based in Brest, France. The team specializes in Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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Wispy Company is a web development company. Established in 2020, the agency is in Sherwood Park, Canada. Their team specializes in Web Development and Web Design.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Woking, England
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Web development firm Soniti - Web Design was launched in 2019. Headquartered in Woking, England, the team offers Web Development and UX/UI Design.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Bengaluru, India
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BLUECARBONS Digital Agency, a PPC company, is located in Bengaluru, India and New York, New York. They focus on Pay Per Click and Marketing Strategy and were established in 2007.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Athina, Greece
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Founded in 2019, GS Digital Marketing Agency™ is a small Marketing Strategy company. Their services include Marketing Strategy and Advertising.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9London, England
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See all 1 projectsDesire Group International offers sales outsourcing, lead generation, social media enhancement, and business expansion services. Their reviews highlight a systematic and tech-driven approach, with an emphasis on timely delivery and seamless project management. Clients commend their ability to significantly boost revenue and market reach, although some note pricing as an area for improvement.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Clark, NJ
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See all 1 projectsDigalax Full Service Digital Marketing Agency offers comprehensive services including SEO, speed optimization, and link building. Reviews highlight their expertise in enhancing website ranking and online visibility, along with their tailored approach and responsive communication. Clients appreciate their effective project management and value for cost, despite minor delays in some deliverables.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Tiruchirappalli, India
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Adbee Solutions is a social media marketing company based in Tiruchirappalli, India. They provide Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and were established in 2018.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Liverpool , England
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E-blueprint digital is a branding company. The Liverpool , England-based firm was established in 2004. Their team specializes in Branding and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Delhi, India
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Corporate Digi Adworld Pvt Ltd is a social media marketing agency. The agency is based in Delhi, India. Their team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Kolkata, India
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Script Web Solution is a mobile application development company. The company is located in Kolkata, India. Their team provides Mobile App Development and Web Development.
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See all 4 projectsThe Zenso Digital is an AI-driven digital marketing agency based in Ahmedabad, India. We help businesses grow through strategic SEO, PPC, social media, email, and content marketing. Serving clients
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See all 2 projectsZaavian Marketing House is a full-service digital marketing agency built for brands that refuse to settle. We specialize in SEO, guest posting, content creation, social media, and paid advertising,
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Jabalpur, India
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See all 1 projectsWelcome to Skyline Digital Lab, a trusted White Label digital marketing agency based in Jabalpur. We specialize in SEO, content marketing, and Google Business Profile (GBP) optimization,
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr2 - 9Sylhet, Bangladesh
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See all 1 projectsDigital Solutions IT is a leading SEO service company in Sylhet, Bangladesh. With years of experience, we specialize in local SEO, Google My Business optimization, technical SEO, and keyword
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Höchenschwand, Germany
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See all 1 projectsThe New View: Webdesign für kleine Unternehmen & Startups The New View ist eine Webdesign-Agentur, die kleinen Unternehmen und Startups in nur 4 Wochen eine professionelle und
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See all 1 projectsUltraScout AI is the UK's leading Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) and Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) agency. We help businesses get discovered and recommended by AI assistants including
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See all 1 projects1Percent Agency specializes in Search Engine Optimization, digital marketing, and website design. Their clients, such as Bliss Wasaga Nail & Spa, have reported significant improvements in revenue, online visibility, and customer engagement. The agency is praised for its professionalism, timely delivery, and effective SEO strategies, ensuring high ROI and continuous long-term collaboration.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9New Delhi, India
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See all 1 projectsKlever Marketing offers a comprehensive range of services including SEO, website development, and performance marketing, effectively enhancing clients' online visibility and website ranking. Reviewers consistently highlight the company's effective communication and adherence to deadlines, while also suggesting team expansion and a greater focus on social media marketing as areas for potential improvement.
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Wow Search Digital Marketing Services is a SEO agency. The agency is in Milton Keynes, England. Their team offers Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Las Vegas, NV
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Hidden Link Studios, a SEO agency, is based in Las Vegas, Nevada. They specialize in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9West Palm Beach, FL
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Small PPC agency Brand My Rehab, is based in West Palm Beach, Florida. Their services include Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Lahore, Pakistan
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Digital Strategy company Blactive Studio is located in Lahore, Pakistan. They specialize in Digital Strategy and Pay Per Click and were launched in 2018.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Tucson, AZ
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Tangent Digital Agency is a small Digital Strategy company. They focus on Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization and were launched in 2016.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Mullingar, Ireland
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Launched in 2018, Upfront Digital is a web design agency. The team offers Web Design and Web Development.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Queensbury, England
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Launched in 2019, IDENTITÄT•Agency is a small Queensbury, England-based Digital Strategy company. Their team offers Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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SEO Inc. Sweden AB , a SEO services firm, was established in 2022. They specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Dallas, TX
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Multitool Marketing is a social media marketing firm founded in 2021. Headquartered in Dallas, Texas, the team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Calgary, Canada
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Founded in 2017, Quola Web Design and Marketing is a small SEO company. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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Digital Den is a Digital Strategy company launched in 2022. The firm focuses on Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Philadelphia, PA
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BIOS Marketing & Communications, a Content Marketing company, was launched in 2016. The small team provides Content Marketing and Digital Strategy.
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Web Digital Skill is a small SEO services firm headquartered in Bijnor, India. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Other Digital Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Bila, Ukraine
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E-Client is a small SEO agency based in Bila, Ukraine. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Irvine, CA
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The Dental SEO Experts is a SEO services firm. The agency is in Irvine, California. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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Founded in 2020, Media Exchange is a small media planning and buying company. Their team specializes in Media Planning & Buying and Social Media Marketing.
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Small SEO agency Cerebral Corridors Digital Marketing , is based in Dallas, Ohio. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Sugar Land, TX
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White Fox Marketing Lab is a Content Marketing company. Located in Sugar Land, Texas, the firm was founded in 2022. Their services include Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Launched in 2019, Forefront Advertising is a small SEO company based in San Diego, California. Their team provides Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Dublin, CA
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Techisthan is a SEO company. They are based in Dublin, California, and their services include Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Nabeul, Tunisia
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Established in 2019, ORIENTORISE is a small Nabeul, Tunisia-based SEO company. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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SEO services firm Dixon Development was launched in 2012. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Marketing Strategy.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Berlin, Germany
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Fruitful, a web design agency, is headquartered in Berlin, Germany and Parede, Portugal. They focus on Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Brewster, NY
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ConvertB2B, a small Content Marketing company, is based in Brewster, New York. The team specializes in Content Marketing and Email Marketing.
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Small web design agency Grand Rapids Web Design , is located in Melbourne, Michigan. Their services include Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Tallinn, Estonia
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Nashville, TN
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999Copley, OH
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Odesa, Ukraine
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49London, England
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Delhi, India
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49The Woodlands, TX
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Marion, IL
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Guildford, England
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Brooklyn, NY
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$50,000+$300+ / hr50 - 249San Francisco, CA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Toronto, Canada
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Lehi, UT
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India
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Link Building Company FAQs
Looking for a link building company 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 link building company, from pricing and services to results and red flags.
Clutch highlights companies with proven tactics for earning high-authority backlinks that drive search visibility twice a year based on a proprietary methodology. The top link-building companies for Fall 2025 include:
A link building company earns high-quality backlinks that point to your website. They research relevant publishers, craft personalized outreach, and negotiate placements on authoritative domains. By securing contextual links, they boost your site’s authority, improve keyword rankings, and drive referral traffic, all while ensuring each link aligns with Google’s quality guidelines.
Common offerings include:
- Blogger and journalist outreach
- Guest post ideation, writing, and placement
- Broken-link replacement and link reclamation
- Competitor backlink gap analysis
- Digital PR and sponsored content negotiations
- Anchor-text planning and on-page optimization
These can be delivered as one-off campaigns or ongoing link building services bundled with broader SEO link building strategies.
Clutch pricing data shows most link building projects fall under $10,000, with hourly rates averaging $25–$49. Costs rise when campaigns require premium publisher fees, large content volumes, or multi-language outreach. Always request a line-item quote that lists: number of links, target domain authorities, content production, and reporting cadence.
Start by reviewing case studies that match your industry and traffic goals. Look for:
- Proven results on relevant keywords
- Transparent reporting dashboards
- Publisher relationships in your niche
- Ethical, manual outreach and not automated spam
- Communication that fits your team’s workflow
Shortlist three agencies, interview them about strategy, and compare link quality, and not just quantity, before signing.
- Guaranteed rankings or link quantities (“100 DA-90 links in 30 days”)
- Private blog networks (PBNs) or other black-hat tactics
- Lack of sample reports or publisher lists
- Vague pricing with surprise “placement fees” later
- Thin, duplicate, or AI-generated guest posts
If you spot any of the above, keep searching.
- Which metrics define a “quality” backlink for you?
- How do you select anchor text and avoid over-optimization?
- What tools do you use for prospecting, outreach, and reporting?
- How do you ensure compliance with Google guidelines?
- Can you share recent examples in my industry, including results?
- How often will I receive progress reports and what will they include?
Specialized agencies have established publisher relationships, refined outreach processes, and the bandwidth to scale campaigns quickly. Compared with in-house hiring, you gain a full team, including strategists, writers, and PR specialists, at a predictable monthly cost, accelerating SEO link building without long onboarding cycles.
Freelancers can be cost-effective for small volumes or niche edits, but agencies offer diversified link sources, risk mitigation, and multi-person expertise. If you need consistent, large-scale link acquisition or require reporting across multiple markets, an agency is typically the safer choice.