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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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Denver, CO
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Launched in 2016, Intergrowth (formerly Junto) is a Content Marketing company. Based in Denver, Colorado, the team offers Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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See all 1 projectsiMarketing MY - Digital Marketing Agency Malaysia offers SEM services aimed at increasing website traffic and visibility. Clients, notably in the real estate sector, commend the agency for its efficiency, market knowledge, and proactive communication. The overall feedback highlights significant improvements in website performance and a high level of client satisfaction with the services provided.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Richmond, Australia
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Optimising is a Richmond, Australia-based SEO agency. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Ciudad de Guatemala, Guatemala
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Perinola is a SEO company. The firm is headquartered in Ciudad de Guatemala, Guatemala. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Performance Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Indore, India
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Web link is an Indore, India-based SEO agency. They focus on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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Established in 2021, Scaling High Technologies is a SEO services firm. In Dubai, United Arab Emirates, the team offers Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Thessaloniki, Greece
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Core Concepts is a web design agency. Founded in 2012, the team focuses on Web Design and Artificial Intelligence.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Solomons, MD
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Drop Rock Marketing is a SEO agency. Headquartered in Solomons, Maryland, the agency offers Search Engine Optimization and Advertising.
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See all 1 projectsNexora Creation is a modern digital agency focused on helping businesses grow through strategic design and high performing digital experiences. We specialize in website design, graphic design,
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Rawalpindi, Pakistan
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See all 3 projectsSoftcrust provides digital marketing services, specializing in boosting online sales, social media visibility, and optimizing pay-per-click campaigns. The reviews consistently highlight the company's effectiveness in tripling sales, enhancing online presence, and delivering personalized marketing strategies. Clients commend Softcrust for their project management, timely communication, and commitment to client success, with a notable emphasis on their ability to tailor solutions to meet specific business needs.
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Undisclosed$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Delray Beach, FL
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Palmy Studio is a branding firm. Founded in 2024, the team focuses on Branding and Search Engine Optimization.
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$50,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Greenville, SC
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Advertising company Wonder was launched in 2023. The team focuses on Advertising and Branding and is based in Greenville, South Carolina.
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Marketeer is a web design company. The Dobřichovice, Czech Republic-based company was established in 2021. Their team offers Web Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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SEO services firm Akhil Mathew was launched in 2010. The team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Ipswich, England
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Uncuva Design Ltd, a SEO company, is headquartered in Ipswich, England. They offer Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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Seowithshrey is a SEO agency established in 2023. Their team offers Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+Undisclosed10 - 49London, England
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Roar Digital is a SEO company located in London, England. They offer Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$10,000+Undisclosed10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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Den Bersus, an AI Agents company, was launched in 2022. The small team specializes in AI Agents and AI Consulting.
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Uveler is a SEO agency based in Lemesos, Cyprus. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Digital Strategy.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Auckland, New Zealand
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Revolution Hub Ltd is a social media marketing agency. They are headquartered in Auckland, New Zealand, and their services include Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Sarstedt, Germany
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See all 6 projectsRoute4Design is a digital transformation agency based in Germany, specializing in web design, web development, mobile app development, SEO, and AI-driven solutions. At Route4Design, we help
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Woodbridge Township, NJ
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See all 3 projectsBran & Pole specializes in web development, design, and maintenance services, often utilizing platforms like WordPress and tools such as Trello and Adobe XD. Reviews consistently highlight their professionalism, effective communication, and ability to deliver high-quality results within set timeframes. Clients appreciate the team's expertise, support, and commitment to long-term cooperation, noting significant improvements in website performance and client satisfaction.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Rīga, Latvia
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Uprankd - SEO Growth Agency, a SEO services firm, was founded in 2020. The agency focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Marketing Strategy, and is small.
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$1,000+UndisclosedFreelancerMaputo, Mozambique
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Urban Net is a SEO services firm. Headquartered in Maputo, Mozambique, the company was launched in 2009. Their team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Kirchdorf an der Krems, Austria
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Demand Generation Marketing company Lab7 – advanced communications was launched in 2017. The team provides Demand Generation Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49
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Ecommerce Republic is a web design agency. In New Hyde Park, New York, the firm was established in 2016. Their team provides Web Design and UX/UI Design.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Barcelona, Spain
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FEEL! is a Barcelona, Spain-based Digital Strategy company. Their services include Digital Strategy and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Shah Alam, Malaysia
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SEO services firm Laman7 - B2B Marketing Agency was launched in 2007. Based in Shah Alam, Malaysia, the team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249New Delhi, India
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See all 1 projectsCurix InfoTech is a proficient SEO agency known for its outstanding search engine marketing and organic search optimization services. With 100% positive feedback, clients commend Curix InfoTech for their high-quality backlinks, enhanced website ranking, and significant improvements in online visibility. Approximately 85% of reviewers highlight their exceptional project management, timely delivery, and effective communication, emphasizing their reliability and professionalism.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249St Kilda, Australia
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23 Digital is a SEO company. In St Kilda, Australia and Norwest, Australia, the firm was founded in 2007. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Calgary, Canada
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The Three Marketers is a SEO services firm established in 2003. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$1,000+$300+ / hr50 - 249London, England
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UK SEO Firm is a SEO agency. They were founded in 2016, and their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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SEO Guru NYC, a SEO agency, was launched in 2010. The midsize team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Houston, TX
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SEO company Peralytics AI SEO Company is in Houston, Texas. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Indore, India
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Qoulomb is a SEO services firm in Indore, India. The team focuses on Search Engine Optimization and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49
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SEOs Hut, a SEO company, was established in 2020. The company provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Design, and is small.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9American Fork, UT
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Launched in 2021, Virdis is a small web design agency. Their services include Web Design and Web Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Beograd, Serbia
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See all 1 projectsBrave Cat Digital specializes in website development and design, as well as enhancing Google search engine visibility. The company has received positive feedback for its swift delivery, seamless communication, and high-quality work. Reviewers highlight their satisfaction with the overall performance and professionalism of Brave Cat Digital.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49London, England
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Web development company Altius Digital is headquartered in London, England. They provide Web Development and Web Design and were launched in 2026.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte, Sri Lanka
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SEO company Grow Digitally Sri Lanka was established in 2023. The agency specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Development.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Lahore, Pakistan
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Content Marketing and SEO services firm Mughal Web Optimizer's is based in Lahore, Pakistan and Lahore, Pakistan. Their services include Content Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Ebs Digital is a Performance Marketing company. Founded in 2023, the company specializes in Performance Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Reading, England
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See all 1 projectsFounded in 2005 in Reading (UK) Naxtech is a Digital Agency focusing on helping businesses grow, increase profitability, while attracting new customers via the effective use of technology and
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Webb+ Webbyrå is a Rimbo, Sweden-based branding agency. Founded in 2024, the team specializes in Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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ACO Optimization is a midsize Chittagong, Bangladesh-based SEO services firm. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Logo.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Pawala Khasrupur, India
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Millionify.com is a SEO services firm. They are in Pawala Khasrupur, India and have small team of experts. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Poznań, Poland
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See all 1 projectsWelcome to Semtree 👋 — Your Growth-Driven SEO & Marketing PartnerAt Semtree, we craft tailored SEO and digital marketing strategies to drive real business results. Based in Poznań, Poland,
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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FAMGO Design 凡格设计 is an user experience company. They focus on UX/UI Design and Conversion Optimization and were launched in 2020.
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In Long Stratton, England, Wisecoda is a SEO services firm. Launched in 2024, the team offers Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Jaipur, India
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HRL Infotechs Pvt Ltd is an Advertising company. Their team is based in Jaipur, India. The agency provides Advertising and Ecommerce Marketing.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Kraków, Poland
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Boca Raton, FL
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Mooloolaba, Australia
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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.
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- Match communication style and time zone to your team’s workflow.
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- Guaranteed rankings or overnight results
- Use of private blog networks (PBNs) or spammy link schemes
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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.