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Founded in 2019, Sustainability Digital is a web development firm. The midsize team offers Web Development and Business Continuity Management.
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Launched in 2004, BehavioralProz is a midsize Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) company located in Topsfield, Massachusetts. Their team offers Finance & Accounting Outsourcing (FAO) and
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In Ghaziabad, India, Merakii BrandPro Pvt Ltd is a midsize Advertising company. The team focuses on Advertising and Branding.
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Waven Tech is a Winter Garden, Florida-based custom software development firm. The team focuses on Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Nairobi, Kenya
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In Nairobi, Kenya, Inspired Thinking Kenya is a SEO agency. They provide Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Monroe Township, NJ
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TheUnpluggedWeb is a SEO agency founded in 2012. The small team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Mobile App Development.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Orlando, FL
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Queper is a SEO services firm. In Orlando, Florida and Multan, Pakistan, the company was launched in 2020. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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See all 4 projectsDesignized specializes in custom web design and development, as well as SEO services, using WordPress as a primary technology. Overall, clients have praised the company for their professionalism, timely delivery, and effective communication. Themes across reviews include high satisfaction with project outcomes, responsiveness, and the ability to meet clients' specific requirements while providing valuable training and support.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Rexburg, ID
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Launched in 2012, Sapien Designs SEO Digital Marketing Hub & Multimedia Studios is a SEO services firm. The small team provides Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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Established in 2010, SuperAgency is a small branding company headquartered in Aschaffenburg, Germany and Istanbul, Türkiye. Their team offers Branding and Search Engine Optimization.
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See all 2 projectsSIBA Digitals provides services in website design, development, and digital marketing. Clients commend their ability to increase conversion rates, their effective communication, and adherence to timelines. The overall feedback highlights their adaptability, dedication, and the high quality of their deliverables, making them highly recommended for business owners and startups.
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See all 1 projectsBlitraff provides SEO and Website Optimization services, focusing on improving online visibility, keyword rankings, and organic traffic conversions. Reviews highlight their timely responses and ability to understand client needs, with an emphasis on delivering measurable outcomes such as increased search visibility and indexed pages. Clients appreciate the good value for cost and personalized approach.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Colchester, England
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Ladybug Media is a SEO agency. They are based in Colchester, England, and their services include Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Boston, MA
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Founded in 2020, Medici Digital Services is a small Boston, Massachusetts-based SEO company. Their team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Feasterville-Trevose, PA
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Founded in 2021, Blue Shirt Media is a small SEO agency headquartered in Feasterville-Trevose, Pennsylvania. Their team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Coquitlam, Canada
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CMPNY Digital is a Coquitlam, Canada-based Marketing Strategy company. Established in 2019, the team offers Marketing Strategy and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Agoura Hills, CA
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Web Digital USA, a social media marketing agency, was established in 2022. The agency provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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SEO company Full Funnels is headquartered in Golf, Illinois. Established in 2023, the team provides Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Union, NJ
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Established in 2019, Rodney Creatives is a small Union, New Jersey-based Digital Strategy company. Their team specializes in Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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Run SEO, a SEO services firm, is located in San Antonio, Texas and Austin, Texas. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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Tower Digital Systems is a SEO agency. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design, and the agency is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois and Schaumburg, Illinois.
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Flow Digital , a web design company, provides Web Design and Search Engine Optimization. The firm is headquartered in miami, Florida.
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Guest Post With Us is a Content Marketing company. They are based in San Francisco, California and have small team of experts. Their services include Content Marketing and Search Engine
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Walpole, MA
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SEODriver is a SEO services firm. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing, and the agency is located in Walpole, Massachusetts.
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$10,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Miami, FL
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CTI Miami is a SEO services firm established in 2021. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Design and is in Miami, Florida.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Lahore, Pakistan
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Website Planners is a SEO services firm. They specialize in Search Engine Optimization and Other Digital Marketing and were founded in 2020. The agency is based in Lahore, Pakistan.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Ogden, UT
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Indigo Media Solutions is an Ogden, Utah-based Email Marketing and SEO services firm. Established in 2024, the team offers Email Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Lahore, Pakistan
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SEO agency Risen Apex was established in 2020. The small team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Graphic Design.
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GDRX Heights is a social media marketing firm. Launched in 2024, the team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9London, England
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SERP Squad is a web design agency. They were established in 2020, and their services include Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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SEO company Soliday Digital was launched in 2020. The agency focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Kissimmee, FL
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Launched in 2019, POS Cat is a small SEO agency. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Development.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Houston, TX
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Launched in 2024, seowhitelabelservices is a SEO agency. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing and is in Houston, Texas.
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Tusar Ahmed is a SEO services firm in Dhaka, Bangladesh. They focus on Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing and were launched in 2024.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9London, England
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Sassy and Soft by Maddy Shine is a SEO agency. Launched in 2024, their team provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Varna, Bulgaria
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Pixel Wizards is a web design company. Established in 2024, the company is in Varna, Bulgaria. Their services include Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Waterford, WI
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Vaccaro Marketing is a SEO agency. In Waterford, Wisconsin, their team offers Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Iż-Żurrieq, Malta
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Authority Hook is a small SEO agency. Established in 2024, the team offers Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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NORIN Digital is a SEO agency launched in 2025. In Knoxville, Tennessee, the team offers Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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Online Reputation Tech, a SEO agency, focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing. The agency is in JAIPUR, India.
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RankSaga is a SEO services firm. Their small team is headquartered in London, England and offers Search Engine Optimization and AI Consulting. The agency was launched in 2025.
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Founded in 2025, Seattle SEO Marketing is a branding agency. The team focuses on Branding and Social Media Marketing and is headquartered in Seattle, Washington.
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SEO company Elegant Word SRL is in Pitesti, Romania. Established in 2021, the team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Abode The Agency is a social media marketing firm established in 2024. Located in Thibodaux, Louisiana, the team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Surat, India
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Launched in 2015, Onviqa Pvt. Ltd. Is a custom software development firm. The midsize team specializes in Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Montreal, Canada
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Nuevamed Communications, a branding firm, was launched in 2011. They focuses on Branding and Digital Strategy.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Arlington, MA
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Founded in 2008, MetroCreate Studios is a small Arlington, Massachusetts-based branding company. Their team provides Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Kolkata, India
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See all 1 projectsCyberTrunk Infotech Pvt.Ltd offers web development services, particularly in creating e-commerce platforms for beauty and cosmetics sales. The overall feedback highlights their professionalism, affordability, and responsiveness to changes, resulting in a smooth and efficient website with minor initial bugs promptly resolved.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Mississauga, Canada
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See all 1 projectsDigixfly is an AI Powered Digital Marketing Agency which excels at data driven SEO campaigns and strategies created by intelligent machines so that experts can focus on user experience to maximize
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See all 1 projectsCreaRank digital marketing agency stands at the forefront of innovation and strategy, powered by a diverse team of over 20 experts dedicated to elevating your brand’s online presence. With deep
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Seattle, WA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Lehi, UT
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Chernihiv, Ukraine
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Mooloolaba, Australia
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Guildford, England
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Boca Raton, FL
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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+< $25 / hr2 - 9Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Toronto, Canada
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr250 - 999Odesa, Ukraine
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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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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49La Mirada, CA
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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
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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:
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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?
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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
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- 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.
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- “Guaranteed #1 rankings” promises
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- 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.