Top WordPress SEO Agencies
A well-optimized WordPress site can be a 24/7 sales engine—if search engines can find it. WordPress SEO agencies specialize in technical fixes, content strategy, and performance enhancements that boost rankings and drive qualified traffic. Clutch makes it easy to connect with trusted providers: every agency on our platform is vetted through in-depth client interviews, verified case studies, and transparent performance metrics.
Use filters to narrow results by budget, industry, location, or services, and explore firms in key markets like the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada. Read authentic reviews, compare expertise, and hire with confidence.
Looking for a WordPress design team instead? Check out our list of Top WordPress Designers or explore more options via Top WordPress Developers.
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Smart Local, a SEO agency, was founded in 2024. The company provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Development.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Radstock, England
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SEOBurf is a SEO services firm. Founded in 2006, the firm is located in Radstock, England. Their services include Search Engine Optimization.
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Digital Strategy company Social Fire Media was founded in 2012. The firm offers Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing, and is small.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Bogotá, Colombia
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Located in Bogotá, Colombia and Ciudad de México, Mexico, Marketeros Agencia is a small PPC agency. Their services include Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Austin, TX
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Public relations company INK Communications Co. Was founded in 2004. The agency provides Public Relations and Content Marketing, and is small.
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See all 2 projectsMIKEADV CORP is a Boston-based, award-winning Integrated Marketing Communications agency founded by Mike Miranda. The company was established 5 years ago but the work behind it didn't start
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Johannesburg, South Africa
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MO Agency, a SEO agency, is located in Johannesburg, South Africa. They focus on Search Engine Optimization and Web Development and were founded in 2011.
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Undisclosed< $25 / hr50 - 249Ahmedabad, India
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See all 2 projectsWebindia Inc is a digital agency specializing in Search Engine Marketing and website SEO services. The reviews indicate a mixed performance, with issues in proactive monitoring and campaign effectiveness. Despite responsive communication, only 0% of reviewers reported successful outcomes, citing concerns over campaign management and profitability. The company emphasizes digital visibility enhancement and SERP optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Lahore, Pakistan
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Website development company Devtics Technologies was launched in 2018. The firm specializes in Web Development and Artificial Intelligence, and is small.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Osaka, Japan
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MEDIA REACH, Inc. Is a SEO company and Generative AI company. They provide Search Engine Optimization and Generative AI and were launched in 2021. The firm is in Osaka, Japan and Shibuya, Japan.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49
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Tokyo SEO Maker by Admano Inc. Is a SEO services firm. They specialize in Search Engine Optimization and Generative AI and are in Toshima City, Japan.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49München, Germany
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Comprisma GmbH is a PR firm launched in 2012. The small team provides Public Relations and Content Marketing.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Newcastle upon Tyne, England
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Mira marketing, a PPC company, was launched in 2018. Located in Newcastle upon Tyne, England, the team focuses on Pay Per Click and Social Media Marketing.
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Launched in 2009, We Do Web is a Content Marketing company. The team specializes in Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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See all 4 projectsDallas SEO Dogs provides a range of SEO services, including Local SEO, Web Design, PPC Advertising, and Google Ads management. Clients consistently praise their ability to enhance website rankings and online visibility, citing effective communication, timely deliverables, and a collaborative team with diverse expertise as standout attributes.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Graz, Austria
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Wukonig.com is a SEO services firm launched in 1999. Located in Graz, Austria, the team provides Search Engine Optimization and Business Consulting.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49London, England
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Mintense is a SEO company. The London, England-based team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Performance Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Spokane, WA
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Firegang Dental Marketing is a Conversion Optimization company. Established in 2010, the firm is based in Spokane, Washington. Their services include Conversion Optimization and Advertising.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Roanoke, VA
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MJI Marketing is a SEO agency. Their team is headquartered in Roanoke, Virginia. The company provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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See all 1 projectsWavai Technology is an SEO agency specializing in organic search optimization and digital visibility enhancement. The reviews highlight a 100% positive feedback rate, emphasizing their strategic approach to website ranking and search engine marketing. Clients appreciate their industry expertise, tailored strategies, and effective project management, which significantly improves online visibility and engagement.
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Plano, TX
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Founded in 1995, The Point Group is an Account-Based Marketing company. The firm focuses on Account-Based Marketing and Branding, and is small.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Dublin, Ireland
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Riordan SEO is a SEO company. The Dublin, Ireland-based team offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49İstanbul, Türkiye
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Social media marketing firm Krombera was established in 2011. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Digital Strategy and is based in İstanbul, Türkiye.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9High Point, NC
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New Path Digital is a Performance Marketing company. Their team is in High Point, North Carolina. The company provides Performance Marketing and Pay Per Click.
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Worldwide Backlinks is a SEO agency based in South Yarra, Australia. They specialize in Search Engine Optimization and Other Marketing.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Wausau, WI
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See all 1 projectsTech Turtle Marketing LLC helps service businesses generate more leads, phone calls, and customers through high converting website design, local SEO, Google Ads management, Google Business Profile
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See all 2 projectsKinsh Technologies is one of the fastest-growing companies in Responsive Web Development and Mobile App Development, proudly based in Ahmedabad, India. With a strong blend of industry experience and
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Scottsdale, AZ
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LiftedWebsites.com, a small SEO agency, is in Scottsdale, Arizona. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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Established in 2005, Website Depot Inc. Digital Marketing & SEO is a small social media marketing firm. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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See all 1 projectsBrainlabs provides PPC management and bid optimization services, leveraging advanced algorithms and automation. Client reviews highlight their technical expertise and efficient solutions, resulting in significant cost reductions and improved performance metrics. Clients commend Brainlabs for their responsiveness, ongoing optimization efforts, and proactive approach to achieving project goals.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Jalhay, Belgium
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Referenceur, a social media marketing company, was established in 2009. The team provides Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49New Delhi, India
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Finessse Interactive Solutions Pvt Ltd is a small New Delhi, India-based SEO agency. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Generative AI.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Bangkok, Thailand
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Glow Digital, a SEO agency, was launched in 2019. The agency offers Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Frisco, TX
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Advertising company Osky Blue is in Frisco, Texas. Established in 2010, the team provides Advertising and Branding.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Indian Land, SC
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KB Creative Web & Marketing is a SEO agency. Their team is headquartered in Indian Land, South Carolina. The company provides Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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Launched in 1996, Horton Group is a small web design agency headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee. Their team specializes in Web Design and Web Development.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Montreal, Canada
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Pay per click company Bloom | Digital Marketing Agency specializes in Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization. They were founded in 2007.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Johannesburg, South Africa
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Top Click Media is a PPC agency and SEO services firm. The firm is located in Johannesburg, South Africa. Their services include Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
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See all 5 projectsAt Marvant, we’re a results-driven, ROI-focused digital marketing agency in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia. We help brands grow through creative strategy and real performance. From Meta, Google,
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Birmingham, MI
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SmartFinds Marketing, a Demand Generation Marketing company, is located in Birmingham, Michigan. The team offers Demand Generation Marketing and Public Relations.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Tampa, FL
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Pay per click agency Agency Eleven was founded in 2025. The firm provides Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization, and is small.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9San Diego, CA
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Web design company SimpliCreative was launched in 2003. The team specializes in Web Design and Web Development and is based in San Diego, California.
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Ever Studios is a SEO agency. Their small team of employees is in West Bloomfield Township, Michigan. Their team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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See all 1 projectsHiKit Studio is a digital studio in the Chicago area. Since 2018 we have built websites, online stores and applications for small and mid-sized businesses across the United States, and run the
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Bengaluru, India
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Inboundsys is a web design company. The firm is located in Bengaluru, India and Mysuru, India. Their team offers Web Design and E-Commerce Development.
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$1,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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Digital4Startups Inc. Is a pay per click company. Located in Chicago, Illinois, the company was established in 2012. Their services include Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Douglasville, GA
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Alexander Online Media is a web design company. Founded in 2006, their team specializes in Web Design and E-Commerce Development.
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Founded in 2009, eJenn Solutions, Inc. Is a small Content Marketing company. Their services include Content Marketing and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Melbourne, Australia
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Myoho Marketing is a Melbourne, Australia-based Generative AI company. Founded in 2020, the team specializes in Generative AI and Pay Per Click.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Broomfield, CO
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Tradewinds Media, a SEO agency, is located in Broomfield, Colorado. The team offers Search Engine Optimization and Generative AI.
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A WordPress SEO company aligns your site’s architecture, content, and performance with search-engine best practices. They audit themes and plugins, fix crawl errors, optimize Core Web Vitals, research keywords, and build authority through ethical link-building. Their end goal is to ultimately help their clients achieve higher organic visibility, generate more qualified traffic, and drive measurable revenue growth.
WordPress SEO agencies are focused on optimizing websites for maximum reach. Clients can expect to access various solutions such as:
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- Editorial calendars and content creation
- High-quality backlink outreach
- Ongoing rank tracking and KPI reporting
Many agencies also offer WordPress-specific development support—plugin cleanup, theme refactoring, or migration to SEO-friendly hosts. Make sure you choose a partner that has proven experience in the type of services you need to get the most out of your investment.
Cost for WordPress SEO projects vary because of the different goals, requirements, and SEO expertise required by each case. For instance, smaller sites or projects that only require a flat audit may run clients anywhere from $3,000 – $5,000 meanwhile, enterprise engagements can exceed $25,000 per month.
According to data gathered by our team at Clutch, the average monthly retainers of projects reviewed range around $2,000 – $15,000. Meanwhile, the hourly rates usually go from $25 – $49 for most vendors. Several factors including scope, site size, and link-building scale all impact the final cost of every project.
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SEO plugins like Yoast or Rank Math handle on-page basics—title tags, XML sitemaps, breadcrumbs—but they can’t perform strategic tasks such as competitor research, content ideation, or high-quality link outreach. Experienced WordPress SEO agencies combine human expertise with advanced tools, ensuring holistic optimization beyond plugin settings.
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