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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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Tangerang, Indonesia
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SEO agency Resolusiweb Digital Media was established in 2017. The firm specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Development, and is small.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Jodhpur, India
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Established in 2023, Media Monkss is a SEO services firm. The team provides Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Las Condes, Chile
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Blue Company, a website development firm, was founded in 2002. Based in Las Condes, Chile, the team provides Web Development and E-Commerce Development.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Tanger, Morocco
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Agence LAHZA is a SEO services firm. Launched in 2015, the team provides Search Engine Optimization and Graphic Design.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Noida, India
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Sterco Digitex Pvt Limited, a SEO company, offers Search Engine Optimization and Web Design. The company is located in Noida, India.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Swindon, England
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See all 2 projectsThe Cubas is a specialized, senior-led SEO agency based in the UK that is dedicated to helping small businesses navigate and dominate the rapidly evolving search landscape. Unlike traditional
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49London, England
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See all 2 projectsOktopus Tech specializes in designing and developing WordPress websites, offering customized solutions, marketing, SEO, and website maintenance services. The reviews highlight their strong project management skills, effective communication, and ability to exceed client expectations with customized designs and recurring maintenance. Clients appreciate their responsiveness and quick resolution of issues, noting minor initial bugs were swiftly addressed. Overall, Oktopus Tech is recognized for delivering impressive outcomes and high-quality work.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Kingston upon Thames, England
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MarketingTech, a SEO services firm, is in Kingston upon Thames, England. Founded in 2016, the team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Corporate Training & Coaching.
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Growth Of Influence is a small Content Marketing company based in Thessaloniki, Greece. Their services include Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Indore, India
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WelkinGetter Global IT Solutions is a SEO agency launched in 2015. The firm offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click, and is small.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Hollywood, FL
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Bullseye Strategy, a media planning and buying company, was established in 2009. The firm focuses on Media Planning & Buying and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Kennesaw, GA
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See all 1 projectsMeet E-Platform Marketing E-Platform Marketing is a full-stack digital marketing, SEO, and website design agency in Kennesaw, Georgia. We offer customized digital marketing programs, not
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Digital PR Studio is a SEO agency located in Zielona Góra, Poland. Founded in 2016, the team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Public Relations.
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Digital Creators Studio is a small Advertising company located in Beograd, Serbia. Their services include Advertising and Web Design.
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$5,000+Undisclosed50 - 249Kendal, England
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Digitaloft is a SEO services firm. Launched in 2014, the firm is based in Kendal, England. Their team provides Search Engine Optimization and Public Relations.
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$1,000+$300+ / hrFreelancer
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ChadWorks, a web design company, was founded in 2011. The company focuses on Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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WebDesignerBD, a small web design company, is located in Jashore, Bangladesh. Their services include Web Design and Web Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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SOLUTIO DIGITAL AGENCY, a branding agency, was established in 2022. The team focuses on Branding and Search Engine Optimization.
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See all 1 projectsAmerica SEO Agency is a USA-based digital marketing agency offering SEO, SMM, Development, and Branding Solutions.
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SOLV™ Interactive Agency is a Content Marketing company. The team focuses on Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization and is based in Katowice, Poland.
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See all 2 projectsStarboost est une agence de croissance digitale spécialisée en SEO, visibilité en ligne et performance. Nous accompagnons les startups, PME et marques ambitieuses qui souhaitent renforcer leur
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Built Mighty is a website development firm launched in 2015. The small team specializes in Web Development and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Lapu-Lapu City, Philippines
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Be Visible Media is a small SEO company located in Lapu-Lapu City, Philippines. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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Een Pot Creatief is a branding agency launched in 2008. The small team specializes in Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Invercargill, New Zealand
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Founded in 2008, Back 9 Design Ltd is a small website development firm. Their services include Web Development and UX/UI Design.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Yamuna Nagar, India
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SEO agency Easy Click Solutions was launched in 2020. Headquartered in Yamuna Nagar, India, the team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$50,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Montréal, Canada
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Tink is a website development firm. They provide Web Development and AI Consulting and are located in Montréal, Canada.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Lucknow, India
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See all 1 projectsDBuzzz provides digital solutions including web development and customization, leveraging technologies such as PHP, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and backend SQL. Clients consistently praise DBuzzz for their professionalism, strong project management, transparency, and timely delivery, noting the company's ability to create optimized, SEO-friendly sites that effectively meet business goals.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Maryville, TN
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Based in Maryville, Tennessee and Wesley Chapel, Florida, Forty-Second Street is a SEO agency. They focus on Search Engine Optimization and Web Design and were established in 2010.
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Swiftwave Digital, a web development company, was launched in 2020. The team provides Web Development and Social Media Marketing and is located in Rawalpindi, Pakistan and Rawalpindi, Pakistan.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Ivanja Reka, Croatia
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Digitalni Puls, a SEO services firm, offer Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click. They were founded in 2022.
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See all 5 projectsGuest Post 360 offers specialized services in link building and SEO, focusing on enhancing search engine rankings and online visibility. Reviews highlight their strategic approach and high-quality backlink delivery, leading to significant improvements in website ranking and business outcomes. Clients commend their effective project management, responsiveness, and ability to achieve substantial revenue growth through tailored SEO strategies.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Sheridan, WY
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Founded in 2024, Inflowen is a SEO agency. The team offers Search Engine Optimization and Web Design and is based in Sheridan, Wyoming.
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See all 1 projectsWe make businesses shine by providing expert WordPress maintenance, smart strategies, and continuous support for creating something unique and unstoppable in the digital platform.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Hyderabad, Pakistan
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See all 1 projectsHey there! At Dynamatic, we’re all about helping your website shine. We know that getting noticed online can be tough, but with our savvy SEO link building services, we’ve got your back. Why
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PIVOT CREATIVE, a SEO services firm, was founded in 2016. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Event Marketing.
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See all 1 projectsMarketing That Matters, Results That Last.At Marketers Avenue, we are passionate about helping businesses thrive in the digital age. As a full-service digital marketing agency, we specialize in
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See all 1 projectsITCTRLS Digisol LLP offers services including domain registration, web hosting, SSL certificates, content development, and web development. Overall feedback indicates a high level of client satisfaction, with particular praise for their timely delivery, friendly and cooperative approach, and clear communication. Clients highlight their commitment to on-time delivery and effective project management.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr250 - 999Lahore, Pakistan
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Digital Media Company is a SEO services firm. Their midsize team is in Lahore, Pakistan. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Macomb, MI
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See all 1 projectsLJB Marketing Agency specializes in brand concept development, graphic design, and advertising strategies, demonstrating expertise in niche markets. Clients appreciate LJB Marketing's attention to detail and hands-on involvement, as evidenced by a notable 35% increase in foot traffic for a laundromat client. The agency is praised for its smooth workflow and flexibility, making it a reliable partner for marketing projects.
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$5,000+$300+ / hr50 - 249State College, PA
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Pay per click company Digilatics offers Pay Per Click and Search Engine Optimization. They are located in State College, Pennsylvania.
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In Yeovil, England, Blunt Notion is a website development firm. They specialize in Web Development and E-Commerce Development and were established in 2023.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Houston, TX
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Launched in 2016, ASTOUNDZ - SEO | WEB | PPC| SOCIAL is a SEO services firm. The team offers Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing and is headquartered in Houston, Texas.
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Established in 2011, Seven Koncepts is a SEO services firm. The small team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Keene, NH
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SEO company Freitag Marketing focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click. They were launched in 2023.
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Launched in 2022, Safetech Creations is a social media marketing firm. The team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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VFMSolution is a social media marketing firm. Their midsize team of employees is located in Canton, Michigan. Their team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Saint Paul, MN
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Uproer is a Saint Paul, Minnesota-based SEO agency. Established in 2017, the team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$10,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49
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See all 1 projectsRank The Page specializes in providing SEO and digital marketing services, focusing on enhancing website ranking and online visibility. The reviews consistently highlight their expertise in SEO and digital strategy implementation, with clients expressing satisfaction with their timely service delivery and effective project management, deeming them the best SEO agency for achieving commendable search optimization results.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Senta, Serbia
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Launched in 2019, Dropkom Ltd., a small Performance Marketing company, is based in Senta, Serbia. Their services include Performance Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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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:
- Technical audits and on-page optimization
- Schema markup and rich-snippet implementation
- Site speed and Core Web Vitals improvements
- Keyword research and content gap analysis
- 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.
- Review verified Clutch reviews and case studies that mirror your goals (e.g., e-commerce, lead generation).
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- Match communication style and time zone to your team’s workflow.
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- Guaranteed rankings or overnight results
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- One-size-fits-all strategies that ignore your CMS architecture
- Have you optimized sites running my theme or page builder?
- How do you handle core updates that may affect SEO?
- Which KPIs will you track, and how often will I receive reports?
- What percentage of your workflow is manual vs. automated plugins?
- Can you provide 2–3 client references in my industry?
- How do you build backlinks, and what tools verify link quality?
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.
E-commerce, SaaS, professional services, media publishers, and local businesses all leverage WordPress for their online needs. Agencies often build specialized playbooks—for instance, product schema for online stores or location pages for multi-branch service brands—so look for vertical experience during vetting.