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Best Search Engine Marketing Companies

2,060 Companies-Rankings updated: October 23, 2026

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  • Where Brands Happen!

    We are a 360° marketing & advertising agency, helping businesses achieve their brand marketing goals. We were formed with a vision of providing a wide range of marketing products for new and long-settled businesses. As a 360° marketing and communications agency, we build relevant and rich content to engage...

    Top Services:

    • Social Media Marketing
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Delhi, India
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $90/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We bring visibility to your Brand

    We are a digital marketing agency that provides 360 degrees of marketing solutions. We believe in offering our clients the best possible help, from start to finish, Digital marketing strategy, Web Design, Search engine Optimisation, Social media Marketing, Performance marketing, and designing a marketing...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • eCommerce
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Hyderabad, India
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Empower your business

    Synergy Digital Solutions is an IT based company catering to the global need for website designing and development services. With vast experience in the sphere of digital marketing and graphic designing, we have served many small start-ups, medium-sized firms, and big players in the realm of entertainment...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • PPC
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    Location
    Madurai, India
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $10/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Your perfect IT solution.

    Welcome to Softnue, where our dedication knows no bounds. Based in Guwahati, Assam, we're a leading digital marketing agency. Our mission? To help businesses thrive. With us, you're not just a client you're a success story in the making...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Guwahati, India
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $90/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Bring Your Presence Offline TO Online

    BIPL Infotech is a dynamic Ahmedabad-based digital and branding agency specializing in transforming offline presence into powerful online impact through tailored web design, SEO, branding, and marketing solutions...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
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    Location
    Ahmedabad, India
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $1000/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Unleash Your Brand's Potential

    StudioFx is your go-to digital marketing partner, specializing in growth hacking, lead generation, AI automation, and digital transformation. We craft tailored strategies to skyrocket your online presence, drive high-quality leads, and streamline operations with cutting-edge AI solutions. Partner with us to...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Web Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Reputation Management
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    Location
    Coimbatore, India
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Your Growth, Our Mission

    Cyber Elite is a full-stack digital marketing agency from Dewas and Indore, India, founded in 2012. We deliver SEO, web development, mobile apps, Salesforce CRM, PPC, social media, Wikipedia page creation and white-label marketing for 100 plus clients across India, USA, UK and UAE...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Web Development
    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Dewas, India
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $30/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Instead of forcing your business to adapt to software, we adapt the software to your business

    Cuilsoft is a results-driven software development company specializing in web, mobile, AI, and digital solutions. With expertise in scalable technologies and user-focused design, Cuilsoft helps startups and businesses transform ideas into high-performance digital products...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Web Design
    • UI/UX Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • WordPress Website Design
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    Location
    Mohali, India
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Your Gateway to Seamless Digital Integration.

    The Tech Clouds, best web development company, offers eCommerce web design & Development solutions. Contact us now for affordable quotes!...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Software Development
    • Web Design
    • Mobile App Development
    • eCommerce Development
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    Location
    Kolkata, India
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    7 Projects Listed
  • We are a UX and Conversion Optimisation agency - Making your visitors, your customers

    We design and market websites for a great user experienceWe make it easy for your users to find, do or buy whatever they need. Desktop, mobile or tablet - from User Experience design to Conversion Rate Optimisation, we can help.As expert marketeers we can call on over 20 years knowledge of SEO & Pay Per...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    • Advertising
    • Email Marketing
    • Content Marketing
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    Location
    Manchester, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $80/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Google Ads, SEO and Websites. Tracking-first, Google Partner since 2013.

    Profitable Sites is a Google Ads, SEO and web design consultancy run by David Friend. Google Partner since 2013, 20+ years in search, £2.5m+ annual ad spend under management. Nine out of ten accounts I audit have broken tracking, so that's where the work starts...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • SEO
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • eCommerce Development
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    Location
    Braintree, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Digital Growth

    Lumag Digital: Empowering Your Online Success At the Heart of Digital Transformation. Marketing agency specialized in creating strategies in digital channels that help companies increase their sales and achieve their objectives...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Digital Strategy
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Mexico City, Mexico
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $60/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Faire gagner des clients à nos clients sur Internet

    Optimize 360 has consistently garnered acclaim as the premier French SEO Agency, earning recognition through multiple prestigious awards. With a proven track record of excellence, our team of experts is dedicated to delivering tailored SEO solutions that elevate our clients' online visibility and drive...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Reputation Management
    • Digital Strategy
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    Location
    Paris, France
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Transforming Ideas Into Digital Excellence

    LABAAP (Latin American Business Application and Assistance Providers) is a leading software development and digital marketing agency with a strong global presence. Our corporate office is in Vega Baja, Puerto Rico. We specialize in creating customized software solutions and strategic digital marketing...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • Web Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • AI Development
    • Blockchain
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    Location
    Vega Baja, Puerto Rico
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $15/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Your Data-Driven Full Service Digital Marketing Agency.

    At Keach Agency, a full service digital marketing agency in the USA, we specialize in affordable and comprehensive digital solutions designed to enhance your business visibility and growth. From designing and developing user-friendly websites and mobile apps to delivering strategic online marketing campaigns...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • SEO
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    Location
    Houston, Texas
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $35/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • More Leads. More Sales. More Business.

    We help businesses thrive with expert digital marketing solutions. From Google Ads and SEO to social media advertising, we specialize in driving growth and success. Lets make waves together!...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Saratoga Springs, Utah
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Award Winning Digital Marketing Agency

    Our services have been specifically designed to help UK companies reach their full potential. Whether you need SEO, PPC, social media marketing, content creation, web design, or a combination of services, we've got you covered...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • PPC
    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Content Marketing
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    Location
    Bristol, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We Design. Automate. Elevate. AI-Powered Digital Agency in Morocco.

    Haimaze is a 360° digital agency based in Rabat, Morocco. We combine human creativity, artificial intelligence and marketing automation to transform brands across Morocco, Europe, MENA and Africa. 270+ projects delivered, 170+ clients, 90+ companies automated...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Branding
    • Design Services
    • Reputation Management
    • Web Development
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    Location
    Rabat, Morocco
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Custom websites that search engines love.

    Night Fox is an SEO and web design company with locations in Redmond and Spokane, Washington. We specialize in custom websites and hand coding that search engines love...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Digital Strategy
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    Location
    Spokane, Washington
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Digital Marketing Agency for Online Growth

    We are a digital marketing agency focusing on revenue growth that specializes in helping tech products and services, startups, software, and SaaS businesses achieve sustainable growth through the use of data-driven marketing strategies and growth website design...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Digital Services
    • eCommerce Development
    • WordPress Website Design
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    Location
    Las Vegas, Nevada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Matching Talent With Success

    Artisan Talent is a premier creative staffing agency that has been redefining talent solutions since its inception. Committed to excellence, we offer a comprehensive suite of services tailored to the unique needs of the creative, digital, and marketing industries...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Creative Services
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Chicago, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Your go to partner for Shopify websites and maintenance.

    Saikai will help you sell and sustainably grow on Shopify...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Digital Strategy
    • UI/UX Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Development
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    Location
    Sofia, Bulgaria
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $80/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Your Guiding Light for Digital Marketing

    Renaissance Marketing is a premium digital marketing & SEO agency based in Tampa with a Richmond hub, serving clients nationwide. We align SEO, web design, CRO, PPC, and programmatic to build predictable growth for mid-market brands and agencies...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Advertising
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    Location
    Tampa, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Elevate Your Visibility, Amplify Your Success!

    We offer high-performing and cost-effective digital marketing services for small businesses. Our clients are able to grow through a scaled-down suite of the same analytics-based marketing services their bigger competitors rely on for success...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Content Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • Market Research
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    Location
    Naperville, Illinois
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Creating Permanent Digital Success

    We are a full serviced digital marketing agency that started out as a specliast SEO agency. We work with a range of clients and have a lot of experience with ecommerce, fashion and travel brands...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
    • CRO
    • Public Relations
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    Location
    Romford, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $650/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • CMMI Level 3 and ISO 9001 and ISO 27001 certified IT organization.

    A global digital transformation partner with 22+ years of experience, helping businesses modernize and scale with AI, ML, IoT, cloud, and cybersecurity solutions across industries like finance, manufacturing, telecom, and retail...

    Top Services:

    • Cybersecurity
    • IT Services
    • Digital Marketing
    • IoT
    • eCommerce Development
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    Location
    Piscataway, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    500 - 999
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We Build Great Websites for Small Business.

    Our focus is on assisting entrepreneurs and small business owners in navigating the complexities of web technologies. We provide exceptional web solutions that not only meet customer needs but also achieve high rankings through fast, aesthetically pleasing page designs...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • Design Services
    • Digital Strategy
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Rochester, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $40/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Redcore Digital Is an Award Winning Digital Marketing Agency.

    RedCore Digital is an award winning digital marketing agency specialising in search engine optimisation. Through a full-disclosure approach, we work with our clients on the forefront of their marketing team and embed ourselves in their existing operations. We provide honest advice, bespoke strategies and a...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Content Marketing
    • eCommerce
    • CRO
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    Location
    Birkenhead, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Singapores Leading Web Design & Digital Marketing Agency

    Hunters Digital is a result-driven web and digital agency in Singapore that crafts sleek websites, strategies ad campaigns, and SEO solutions...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Branding
    • Digital Services
    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Singapore, Singapore
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Strategisch online marketing bureau

    We kicked off in 2016 and built a healthy and stable online marketing agency in the past few years. Online Bazen is known as an online marketing agency that knows exactly what’s going on in the digital landscape. We think along, work along, execute and optimise for more than 75 companies and organisations...

    Top Services:

    • Advertising
    • Email Marketing
    • eCommerce
    • PPC
    • SEO
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    Location
    Den Bosch, Netherlands
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Lead generation experts

    Lead generation agency providing B2B and B2C hot leads all around the world...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Content Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
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    Location
    Poznan, Poland
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Bring It To The Lab

    Underlab Media Productions is the Marketing Agency title for our company Underlab Media Productions. We provide digital media design, content creation, content marketing, seo, sem, social media marketing and more...

    Top Services:

    • Design Services
    • Video Production
    • Graphic Design
    • Web Design
    • SEO
    • Show more
    Location
    Pompano Beach, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Smart Business Solutions

    JKI Marketing is a Web Developer and Digital Marketing Agency with offices in New Jersey and Florida. We have been recognized as one of the TOP 100 WIX WEB DESIGNERS IN THE WORLD, and one of the TOP DIGITAL MARKETING AGENCIES in Tampa, 2022. We offer: Web Design, Branding, SEO, SMM, SEMWe work with...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Creative Services
    • Graphic Design
    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Morristown, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Growing Businesses in The Digital Space, Bit by Bit .

    Web Design, Development & Mobile App Development. Going Above and Beyond! Above Bits partners with businesses of all sizes to create customer friendly interfaces and vibrant e-commerce solutions...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • Digital Marketing
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Email Marketing
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    Location
    Charlotte, North Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $30/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Tailor-Made Digital Marketing Solutions

    We work with brands that want to be discovered and expand to strategically market to their ideal consumers...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Advertising
    • Email Marketing
    • PPC
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    Location
    Royal Oak, Michigan
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • ECOMMERCE & DIGITAL MARKETING AGENCY IN KENYA

    Agency Africa is an award winning ecommerce & digital marketing agency based in Nairobi Kenya...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Digital Services
    • eCommerce Development
    • SEO
    • Show more
    Location
    Nairobi, Kenya
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Design. Strategy. Build.

    A team of experienced digital specialists. We are experts in strategy, web design & build, with several large scale business platforms on our books. Our focus is on long term partnerships and we have a can do attitude...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • SEO
    • Software Development
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    Location
    Cheltenham, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Digital Marketing That Boosts Your Revenue.

    At Rex Marketing, we advocate for a personalized marketing approach, recognizing the individual needs and objectives of each business we partner with. By collaborating closely with you, we craft customized marketing campaigns designed to resonate with your specific audience, ensuring optimal engagement and...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • SEO
    • CRO
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Fort Myers, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We’re big on websites, marketing and automation.

    A full service web design and digital marketing agency based in Christchurch...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • UI/UX Design
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    Location
    Christchurch, New Zealand
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Create. Elevate. Inspire.

    Hedge Media Productions is an Abu Dhabi-based media production and event management company creating impactful visual content and memorable brand experiences through creative storytelling and professional execution...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Video Production
    • Digital Strategy
    • Design Services
    • Branding
    • Show more
    Location
    Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Opus Group runs Google Ads, Local Services Ads and landing pages for US home-service contractors, with plumbing as our main focus. Every lead is exclusive to one client per trade per town, and we work month to month with no long-term contracts. Across the accounts we run, leads average $63...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • Web Design
    • SEO
    Location
    Newark, Delaware
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Trusted Web Designers In Essex

    Web Design Essex helps local businesses in Essex and London creating new websites or to update existing ones. With a focus on user experience and goal orientated designs-oriented designs, we create websites that's that are set out to achieve your business's goals. Whether it's purely branding or generating...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • PPC
    • SEO
    • Managed Services
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    Location
    Hornchurch, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Strategic Solutions That Help Businesses Grow Online

    Typhoon is a digital agency specializing in web design, web development, and search engine optimization. We help businesses build fast, modern, and conversion-focused websites that improve visibility and generate real business growth. Our team focuses on performance, user experience, and SEO-driven strategies...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Web Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Show more
    Location
    Viktring, Austria
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $30/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Empowering Businesses Through Digital Innovation

    Riyadvi Software Technologies is a professional web development company crafting high-performance websites using WordPress, WooCommerce, and custom PHP solutions. We deliver clean, secure, and SEO-optimized sites that drive real business results. Our experienced team ensures every project reflects innovation...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Mobile App Development
    • Show more
    Location
    Mylapore, India
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    8 Projects Listed
  • Helping Brisbane businesses connect with their customers online.

    We're a hard-working, approachable, and fanatically dedicated SEO and PPC agency based in the River City of Brisbane. Since 2018 we've been helping Australian businesses win more traffic, leads, and sales through our multi-channel digital marketing campaigns and have a flawless 5-star review track record...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • CRO
    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Brisbane, Australia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Enterprise Software Built Around Real Business Workflows

    Fida Technologies is a software development company in Kabul, Afghanistan, building ERP, MIS, financial systems, custom web applications and mobile solutions for real business operations. We develop industry-focused platforms for real estate, finance, logistics, healthcare, manufacturing, construction and...

    Top Services:

    • Software Development
    • ERP Consulting
    • Web Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • IT Services
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    Location
    Kabul, Afghanistan
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $40/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Digital Marketing Services & Retainers.

    We Defyne is a remote digital marketing agency offering strategic consulting, one-time services, and marketing retainer packages tailored to our areas of expertise. Our comprehensive solutions encompass strategic guidance and ongoing support across all facets of digital marketing...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    • SEO
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    Greenville, South Carolina
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Find Your Path. Grow Your Brand.

    The Digital Maze is a Derby-based digital marketing agency helping ambitious brands grow and scale with confidence through our specific expertise in web design, SEO and PPC. From smart strategies to expert execution, we craft tailored marketing strategies that turn clicks into long-term customers...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Show more
    Location
    Derby, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • We Help Brands to Thrive and Grow

    Webefy Today is your go-to partner for all your design and development needs. From logo design to complete business solutions, we offer a wide range of services to meet your requirements. With years of experience, we specialize in assisting startups and established businesses in creating a unique online...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Graphic Design
    • Show more
    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $99/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed

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5 Frequently Asked Questions About Search Engine Marketing Agencies

What is the difference between SEO and SEM?

The main difference between these two marketing branches is how they acquire traffic: Search Engine Optimization (SEO) earns traffic organically, while Search Engine Marketing (SEM) buys traffic through paid ads. 

AspectSEOSEM
Traffic sourceOrganic (unpaid)Paid (ads on search engines)
Cost modelNo cost-per-clickPay-per-click (PPC)
Result speedSlow, builds over timeFast, immediate visibility
PlacementOrganic search resultsTop and bottom ad placements
StrategyContent, technical setup, backlinksBidding, ad copy, targeting
Long-term valueHigh, compounding over timeStops when the budget stops
ControlLimited control over rankingsFull control over spend and targeting

What platforms are used for search engine marketing?

Search engine marketing runs mainly on paid search platforms. Google Ads leads globally, with regional and niche platforms used based on audience and market. 

  • Google Ads is the largest platform and covers Google Search, YouTube, Gmail, and partner sites. 
  • Microsoft Advertising (Bing Ads) reaches Bing, Yahoo, and AOL users. It often has lower CPCs. 
  • Amazon Ads shows search ads inside Amazon for product-driven campaigns. 
  • Apple Search Ads promotes apps within App Store search results. 
  • Baidu Ads is the primary platform in China. 
  • Yandex Ads is dominant in Russia and nearby markets. 

Can a search engine marketing company guarantee a #1 ranking?

No. An SEM agency cannot guarantee a #1 ranking. 

Search ads run on an auction, and ad rank depends on bid, ad quality, expected click-through rate, and landing page experience. Competitors change bids constantly, so positions shift in real time. 

Agencies control strategy, targeting, and optimization. They improve results, reduce costs, and increase conversions, but they do not control the auction or competitors, so no one can consistently promise the top spot. 

How much do SEM services cost?

Best SEM agencies typically charge between $100 and $300 per hour. Most businesses spend $500 to $5,000+ per month on SEM, while competitive industries can spend from $10,000 to $50,000+. Total cost combines ad spend and agency fees. 

  • Ad spend: You pay for each click, but some clicks cost a few dollars, while competitive keywords like legal or finance can go above $50 per click. Total spend depends on how many clicks you want and how competitive your market is. 
  • SEM companies’ monthly fees: 
    • $500 to $1,500 per month for basic setup and management 
    • $1,000 to $5,000 per month for full service and optimization 
    • $10,000 to $50,000+ for large-scale, multi-platform campaigns 

Search engine marketing agencies can also charge a percentage of ad spend, usually between 5% and 20%. 

As a general rule, many companies allocate around 10% to 12% of revenue to SEM and digital advertising. 

How long does it take to see SEM results?

SEM companies can deliver results for paid search within days, while SEO takes months to build traffic and rankings. 

Paid search can drive traffic almost immediately after launch. Early results appear within hours or days, but campaigns need a few weeks to stabilize. Most accounts become efficient within 2 to 8 weeks, and performance becomes stronger after 2 to 3 months. 

SEO works much more slowly. The first 1 to 3 months usually go into technical fixes, content creation, and indexing. Noticeable traffic growth often occurs between 3 and 6 months for less-competitive terms. Strong rankings and consistent traffic typically take 6 to 12 months or more, especially for new websites.