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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49L'viv, UkraineServices provided
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See all 7 projectsGrowthMate is an SEO agency specializing in link-building and organic search optimization to enhance digital visibility and website ranking. With a consistent track record of timely delivery and proactive communication, 100% of reviewers praise GrowthMate's ability to increase organic traffic and improve search rankings, highlighting their impressive results in domain authority and visibility enhancements.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Winnipeg, Canada
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Established in 2007, Fresh Traffic Group is a SEO company. The team offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Parañaque, Philippines
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SEO Hacker is a SEO company. The firm is based in Parañaque, Philippines. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Development.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Reno, NV
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Established in 2014, Zero8 Studios | SEO & Web Design is a SEO agency. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Development.
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Dibakar Bala, a small SEO agency, is located in Kolkata, India. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Raleigh, NC
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Established in 2019, Quicksilver Agency is a small Raleigh, North Carolina-based SEO services firm. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Other Digital Marketing.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Titusville, FL
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SEO company and Content Writing Services company Get Results is located in Titusville, Florida. They provide Search Engine Optimization and Content Writing Services.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Beverwijk, Netherlands
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Creative Corner is a small web design company founded in 2019. Their services include Web Design and E-Commerce Development.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Noida, India
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AscentBPO is a call center company. Established in 2013, the agency is based in Noida, India. Their services include Call Center Services and Back Office Outsourcing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Warszawa, Poland
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Kordowski Digital is a small Warszawa, Poland-based SEO services firm. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9El Pueblito, Mexico
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SEO services firm PrimeWeb is headquartered in El Pueblito, Mexico. Launched in 2018, the team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Khmel'nyts'kyi, Ukraine
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LinksClerk is a SEO company established in 2021. The firm focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Other Digital Marketing, and is small.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hrFreelancerBhaktapur, Nepal
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See all 1 projectsSEO Expert In Nepal - Praphulla Hada offers comprehensive services including Search Engine Optimization, content creation, and website development. The reviews highlight Praphulla Hada's dedication, timely project delivery, and effectiveness in enhancing online visibility and website ranking. However, there is a suggestion for improvement regarding the use of AI-generated content.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Burlingame, CA
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AdLift is a branding company. Their team is based in Burlingame, California and Gurugram, India and specializes in Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Valea Lupului, Romania
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Agentia de SEO is a SEO company. Established in 2014, the agency is based in Valea Lupului, Romania. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Conversion Optimization.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Jaipur, India
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See all 1 projectsJaipur SEO Services specializes in SEO and optimizing website rankings to enhance online visibility. Feedback highlights their efficiency and effectiveness in resolving SEO issues promptly, leading to noticeable improvements in website performance. Clients appreciate the dedication and professionalism demonstrated by Jaipur SEO Services in their project executions.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Dhaka, Bangladesh
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Market Ninjas, a social media marketing firm, is located in Dhaka, Bangladesh and New York, New York. They focus on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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iCore Singapore is a versatile technology company specializing in mobile application development and web solutions, including website redesign and continuous integration support. The reviews are overwhelmingly positive, highlighting their strong project management, attention to detail, adaptability, and punctuality. Impressive communication and client-focused solutions are frequently praised, with no negative feedback or areas for improvement mentioned.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Kyiv, Ukraine
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Seo-Design is a web design company. The agency is based in Kyiv, Ukraine. Their services include Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9London, England
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Launched in 2021, BluestoneSEO is a small SEO agency. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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See all 1 projectsParalyne Digital offers email and social media marketing solutions, particularly for platforms like Facebook and Instagram. Overall feedback highlights their effective communication, timely delivery, and alignment with client values. Clients appreciate their professional yet personable approach, which successfully increases brand visibility and customer engagement. Paralyne Digital is valued for delivering good results with no significant complaints.
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Launched in 2013, Fme Addons is a midsize Islamabad, Pakistan-based e-commerce development company. Their services include E-Commerce Development and Custom Software Development.
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$50,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam
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Dịch vụ SEO SEORankLead is a SEO services firm based in Hồ Chí Minh, Vietnam. They focus on Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy and were founded in 2018.
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Based in Delhi, India and Delhi, India, Verma Graphix is a branding agency. They offer Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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Vilaro is a SEO services firm. Founded in 2014, the firm is in Lublin, Poland. Their team offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Lahore, Pakistan
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See all 2 projectsXcentric Services offers website design, website development, SEO, and social media marketing services. Client feedback highlights their technical expertise, effective project management, and professional approach, particularly in enhancing online visibility and website functionality. They are praised for their ability to align project outcomes with business goals and manage stakeholder communication efficiently.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Edinburgh, Scotland
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JOAN Digital INC. Is a SEO services firm. The team is headquartered in Edinburgh, Scotland and Sheridan, Wyoming, and their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Harrogate, England
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Zelst Limited is a Content Marketing company. Headquartered in Harrogate, England and Boston, Massachusetts, their small team offers Content Marketing and Pay Per Click. The firm was founded in
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The Key SEO Portugal is a SEO services firm. They are headquartered in Lisboa, Portugal and have small team of experts. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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See all 1 projectsNewemage specializes in web design and e-commerce integration services. Clients have consistently praised their professionalism, responsiveness, and the value of their services. The feedback highlights Newemage's ability to deliver projects on time with high-quality outcomes that meet client expectations.
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Founded in 2017, Ads Square is a social media marketing firm. The small team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Csomád, Hungary
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SEO Hungary is a SEO company established in 2005. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Singapore, Singapore
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Established in 2010, Mediaplus Digital Pte Ltd is a SEO company. The midsize team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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See all 1 projectsOrange Dice Solutions offers comprehensive IT-related solutions, including SEO marketing and advertising services. The overall feedback from their clients highlights their success in project execution and effective workflow management. Clients are particularly impressed with the company's adherence to deadlines and time-bound completion of tasks.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India
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Web Framez Pvt. Ltd is a website development firm. Based in Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India, their small team focuses on Web Development and E-Commerce Development. The firm was established in
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Performa Plan is a SEO services firm. Established in 2022, the agency specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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Concept Infoway LLC, a SEO company, is located in Simpsonville, South Carolina. They specialize in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Norwich, England
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Based in Norwich, England, Selesti is a SEO services firm. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Odesa, Ukraine
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SEO company iConsult Agency is in Odesa, Ukraine. They offer Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Noida, India
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Established in 2012, Digital Creative Solutions is a SEO company. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design and is based in Noida, India and Fremont, California.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Narikkuni, India
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Mubeena Mubarak - Digital marketing specialist in calicut, a social media marketing firm, specialize in Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing. They were founded in 2023.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Calgary, Canada
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See all 1 projectsSEO1st - SEO Agency in Calgary specializes in enhancing online visibility and search engine rankings through technical SEO, keyword research, on-page optimization, link building, and content creation. Client feedback highlights their expertise and tailored strategies, although suggestions for more proactive communication and flexibility were noted. Overall, their professional approach and strong project management contribute to measurable improvements in website ranking and traffic.
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999Bengaluru, India
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Hiveminds, a branding agency, was founded in 2010. The company provides Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Bhimdatta, Nepal
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ProtoTrend is a SEO services firm. Their small team of employees is headquartered in Bhimdatta, Nepal. Their team offers Search Engine Optimization and Email Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Southbank, Australia
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See all 1 projectsTraffic Radius Pty Ltd specializes in SEO and Search Engine Marketing, aiming to enhance website ranking and online visibility. However, feedback indicates significant issues with transparency, project completion, and adherence to fixed pricing agreements, with customers reporting dissatisfaction due to perceived deceptive practices and delays.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Paramakudi, India
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IQBrain Technologies is a small SEO agency. Founded in 2014, the team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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Founded in 2022, Rank Right SEO is a small Dothan, Alabama-based SEO services firm. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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Launched in 2020, Starttoweb - Vancouver SEO Agency is a small Vancouver, Canada-based SEO company. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Bhopal, India
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SEO company 4Horsemen SEO India is located in Bhopal, India. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Grove City, OH
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Founded in 2010, Out There Web Designs LLC is a SEO company. The agency provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Ciudadela, Argentina
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Posicionando is a SEO agency. They were established in 2008 and specialize in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Odesa, Ukraine
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Odesa, Ukraine
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr250 - 999Copley, OH
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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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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Lincoln, England
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Oklahoma City, OK
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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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+$50 - $99 / hr1,000 - 9,999Ahmedabad, India
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Paramus, NJ
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Toronto, Canada
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999San Diego, CA
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$50,000+$300+ / hr50 - 249San Francisco, CA
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India
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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
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- Digital PR and sponsored content negotiations
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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:
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- 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.
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- 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.