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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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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Jakarta, Indonesia
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Located in Jakarta, Indonesia and Bali, Indonesia, Omnirank is a SEO company. They specialize in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing and were launched in 2023.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Ahmedabad, India
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Times Tag is a SEO agency founded in 2020. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Niagara Falls, NY
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Social media marketing agency Code Lineup | Technologies was founded in 2016. The small team provides Social Media Marketing and Conversion Optimization.
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SEO agency RadiusRank is in Bengaluru, India. They provide Search Engine Optimization and were launched in 2025.
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SEOwithsunny is a small SEO company. They offer Search Engine Optimization and Conversion Optimization and were launched in 2019.
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Expert SEO is a SEO agency headquartered in Cambridge, New Zealand. They provide Search Engine Optimization and were launched in 2025.
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Founded in 2016, Moxi Marketing is a branding agency. In Fleming Island, Florida, the team specializes in Branding and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Delhi, India
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See all 1 projectsAcme Infolabs Pvt Ltd provides services in SEO, focusing on enhancing online visibility and local SEO for businesses. The reviews highlight their effectiveness in achieving targeted website rankings and generating leads. Clients appreciate their reliability, timely communication, and the measurable success of their search optimization efforts.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9New Delhi, India
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SonuPrasadGupta.Com is a SEO services firm. Launched in 2019, the company is headquartered in New Delhi, India. Their team provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Edmonton, Canada
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Small SEO company ICE Digital Marketing, is based in Edmonton, Canada. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Bhubaneswar, India
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SEO company IntelCorp Solutions is located in Bhubaneswar, India and Long Beach, New York. Launched in 2016, the team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
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Envision IT Square is a Sharjah, United Arab Emirates-based SEO agency. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Jaipur, India
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Techbinonline - Best SEO Company in Jaipur, India is a social media marketing agency and SEO services firm established in 2021. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine
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DRET - Digital Marketing Agency is a SEO agency. The Noida, India-based firm offers Search Engine Optimization and Web Development.
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Ads sparks is a SEO company based in new york, New York. Launched in 2018, the team specializes in 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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See all 1 projectsOur Search Engine Optimization or SEO Specialists might help you develop a technique to improve your visibility and raise your website’s positoin in organic search results
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See all 1 projectsWeb Grow Empire is one of the best SEO companies in India, providing top-notch digital marketing services to help businesses enhance their online presence and increase visibility. With a team of
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Delhi, India
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See all 1 projectsDowxter Web Solutions is a results-driven digital marketing agency based in Delhi-NCR, specializing in helping businesses establish and grow their online presence. With a deep understanding of the
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49
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See all 1 projectsYash Host is a Hyderabad-based digital solutions provider specializing in SEO services, web hosting, and web development. Since our inception, we’ve been committed to helping businesses boost
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$1,000+$300+ / hr10 - 49Noida, India
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See all 1 projectsRed Sea Digitals Pvt. Ltd. is a top digital marketing company in India, delivering innovative, results-driven solutions for businesses of all sizes. We help brands grow online through expert
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Waterbury, CT
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Established in 2012, Market My Industry is an Email Marketing company. Their services include Email Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Eau Claire, WI
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SEO agency iRankPro is in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. They specialize in Search Engine Optimization and Email Marketing and were founded in 2019.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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Cyber Palm Tree: Digital Marketing Services is a SEO services firm established in 2020. Located in Toronto, Canada, the team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49
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SEO agency SEO Expert Bangladesh was launched in 2022. The small team focuses on Search Engine Optimization.
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Digitizewb is a SEO company. Located in London, England and London, England, the team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and UX/UI Design.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Ahmedabad, India
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Datasoft Technology Solutions is an Ahmedabad, India-based social media marketing firm. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Zug, Switzerland
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SEO company Better Ranker is in Zug, Switzerland. They specialize in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Singapore
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SEOGIN™ is a SEO company. The Singapore-based team provides Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Melbourne, Australia
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Founded in 2020, Amamytics is a social media marketing agency. The small team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr10 - 49Alpharetta, GA
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Founded in 2024, Twig Dental Marketing is a Marketing Strategy company. The small team specializes in Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Sandton, South Africa
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IBORA MEDIA is a small social media marketing firm based in Sandton, South Africa and New york, New York. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Roma, Italy
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Social media marketing company Digital Dream Works LLC provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization. They were founded in 2024.
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The Golden Ink Media is a social media marketing agency established in 2011. The small team provides Social Media Marketing and Conversion Optimization.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Hurst, TX
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EcomDigiMark, a social media marketing firm, focus on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization. They were established in 2022.
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NTV360, an Advertising company, is based in Lakewood, Colorado. They offer Advertising and Social Media Marketing and were launched in 2010.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Hollywood, FL
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Miami SEO Agency is a SEO company. They offer Search Engine Optimization and are in Hollywood, Florida.
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SEOliva is a SEO company founded in 2021. Their services include Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Gurugram, India
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Social media marketing firm Hawkworx Digital was launched in 2021. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and is headquartered in Gurugram, India.
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Alrwyt Alwash is a social media marketing agency. Launched in 2018, the company is based in Business Bay, United Arab Emirates. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49New Delhi, India
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Geniefolks Technologies is a social media marketing company. Their team is in New Delhi, India. The agency specializes in Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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PlumberSEO Agency is a SEO services firm headquartered in Elk Grove, California. They specialize in Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Established in 2022, Safecare is a small SEO company. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Development.
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SEO FREELANCER UAE, a SEO agency and web development firm, was founded in 2024. The company provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Development, and is small.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9New Westminster, Canada
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Vanguard Media is a small New Westminster, Canada-based social media marketing company. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Leixlip, Ireland
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See all 2 projectsNext Level SEO Agency Ireland provides Search Engine Optimization services, including keyword research and technical SEO, aimed at improving website ranking and online visibility. Reviews highlight the agency's effective project management, timely delivery, and ability to meet promised objectives, resulting in improved lead generation and ROI. Clients commend their communication skills and professionalism, recommending their services for SEO needs.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49
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Launched in 2022, Target2links Media Company is a SEO services firm. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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Seo Agency is a SEO agency. They are headquartered in Faisalabad, Pakistan and Faisalabad, Pakistan, and their services include Search Engine Optimization.
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Empire SEO Services is a small SEO agency. They provide Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing and were established in 2021.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Lehi, UT
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Chernihiv, Ukraine
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Toronto, Canada
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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$50,000+$300+ / hr50 - 249San Francisco, CA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Arlington, TX
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Odesa, Ukraine
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Mooloolaba, Australia
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Greenwood, IN
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49South Jordan, UT
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Boca Raton, FL
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Miami, FL
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49La Mirada, CA
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Looking for a local SEO firm 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 local SEO firm, from pricing and services to results and red flags.
Clutch evaluates firms that help businesses boost visibility in local search results twice a year based on a proprietary methodology. The highest-rated local SEO agencies for Fall 2025 include:
Freelancers can be cost-effective for single-location businesses needing basic citation work. Agencies provide multidisciplinary teams—strategists, content writers, link builders—ideal for competitive markets or multi-location chains. Agencies also offer redundant resources, so your campaign doesn’t stall if one person gets busy or sick.
Keeping a close eye on key performance indicators (KPIs) is crucial for gauging the effectiveness of a local SEO providers’ services. Here are some of the common metrics for your reference:
- Increase in map pack impressions and clicks
- Growth in tracked phone calls and form fills
- Year-over-year foot traffic or sales comparisons
- Direction requests and call-tracking numbers
Advanced agencies integrate CRM data to tie revenue directly to local SEO efforts. A good partner will guide you when evaluating these metrics, maximizing real-time data to continuously improve their work.
Choosing the ideal local SEO provider requires in-depth knowledge on your project and the right criteria to assess to ensure alignment. Start by narrowing options to agencies with proven wins in your city or industry, then follow these steps:
- Read third-party reviews that mention ranking improvements and ROI.
- Ask for case studies that mirror your goals (e.g., calls, visits, bookings).
- Verify reporting cadence and tool stack—weekly call? Google Looker Studio report?
- Confirm they follow Google’s spam-free, guideline-compliant tactics.
- Gauge cultural fit (i.e., communication style, responsiveness, and strategic approach).
Selecting a firm that fits your budget and business model is just as important as their track record so make sure you carefully evaluate their capabilities.
A local SEO company improves your visibility in location-based search results—think Google Maps, local packs, and “service + near me” queries. Their job is to position your website as a leader in your space so that search engines show your business to nearby customers searching relevant keywords. Their typical tasks include optimizing your Google Business Profile, building citations, managing reviews, and earning locally relevant backlinks. Essentially, they translate traditional SEO tactics into hyper-local strategies that drive calls, foot traffic, and bookings.
- Have you ranked businesses in my city or niche before?
- Which KPIs—calls, directions, conversions—will you track and report on?
- How do you acquire reviews ethically?
- What citation and link building processes do you follow?
- How will you communicate progress, and how often?
- Can I speak with a recent client for a reference?
Many firms offer full-service local SEO, while others specialize in one or two areas. Here are some of the core services clients can expect:
- Google Business Profile setup and optimization
- NAP (Name, Address, Phone) citation building & cleanup
- Local keyword research and on-page optimization
- Location-specific landing pages
- Review acquisition and reputation management
- Local link building and digital PR
- Technical SEO for mobile speed and crawlability
Some agencies bundle these into ongoing “local SEO services” packages, while others offer à-la-carte engagements.
Clutch data shows most local SEO projects fall between $1,000 and $5,000 per month, but budgets can range from $500 for a single-location citation audit to over $15,000 for multi-location enterprises. Multiple factors influence the cost of local SEO services including:
- Number of locations
- Competitiveness of your market
- Scope of deliverables (one-time vs. ongoing)
- Agency reputation and seniority
To avoid misunderstanding or overspending, always request a transparent breakdown of hours, milestones, and expected KPIs before signing any partnership with prospective partners.
Ignoring red flags when selecting and partnering with local SEO companies can do more harm to your search engine performance than good. Beware of these warning signs so ensure optimal results for your investment:
- “Guaranteed #1 rankings” promises
- Black-hat tactics like fake reviews or keyword stuffing
- Opaque pricing or refusal to share deliverables
- No evidence of past local wins (maps screenshots, traffic lifts, etc.)
- One-size-fits-all packages with no discovery phase
If an agency checks any of those signs or can’t explain how their strategy complies with Google’s guidelines, keep looking because they might not be the team for you.