Connect with leading search engine marketing agencies that drive qualified traffic and measurable growth through paid search strategy, campaign optimization, and data-driven ad management.

Best Search Engine Marketing Companies

1,147 Companies - Rankings updated: August 27, 2026

DesignRush vets all search engine marketing companies based on professional qualifications and verified client feedback to help you choose confidently. Some placements are paid.

  • Small and Nimble Agency With Big Time Results.

    Elevation Marketing is a Denver based digital marketing agency serving the US and Canada. We love our work, and we love our clients. We never want to be the biggest agency but we aim to be the best. We have close relationships with our clients, and pour our hearts and souls into delivering results that...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Content Marketing
    • Event Marketing
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    Location
    Denver, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $125/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Core Digital Expansion LLC

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    We Save Marketing Clients From Bad Decisions.

    Core Digital Expansion is a premier full-service digital agency founded in 2017 and headquartered in Los Angeles, CA. We specialize in both direct-to-consumer marketing and marketing for B2B Software products. We build and optimize campaigns that will lower your customer acquisition cost and increase...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Video Production
    Location
    Culver City, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $100/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • We're a Solution-First Agency Revolutionizing How Companies Market, Sell & Service Their Customers.

    Our team of digital juggernauts harnesses the full power of brands through developing websites and digital marketing campaigns that generate more traffic, leads and revenue...

    Top Services:

    • Content Marketing
    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Branding
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    Location
    St. Petersburg, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • REDISCOVER YOUR BUSINESS

    Waterfront Media is a team of designers, programmers, strategists, and visionaries dedicated to helping businesses express themselves and better communicate with their customers.  We help businesses and brands achieve their goal through exceptional design, consistent branding, and creative marketing &...

    Top Services:

    • Social Media Marketing
    • PPC
    • SEO
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Camden, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Your Marketing & Design Experts

    Bloom Studios 12 offers services such as web design, Social Media, Social Media Content Creation etc...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Web Design
    • Creative Services
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    Location
    Camden, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Discover how Phoenix Business Owners are using the Omni Protocol to get up to 300 New Calls

    Phoenix SEO Geek uses strategic marketing systems to get businesses in front of more customers. With the amount of competition that exists online today, its important to have a superior strategy if you want to have success online. Gone are the days when you could put up a simple website and generate sales...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Video Marketing
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    Location
    Phoenix, Arizona
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • Diversity In Brand Identity

    We Work To Ensure That Your Brand Effectually Reflects Your Companys Identity And Story...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Email Marketing
    • PPC
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    Location
    Teaneck, New Jersey
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Engineering Scalable Growth for SaaS companies

    Let us help your software reach its potential by unlocking the key to success with an intelligent, tested, and high-performance advertising strategy. Our thoughtful approach will result in reduced acquisition costs and a soaring conversion rate...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • CRO
    • Digital Strategy
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Phoenix, Arizona
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Take control of your success

    Gain the upper hand over your competition with Window Treatment Marketing Pros! As veteran and family-owned digital marketing experts, we have been dominating the SEO industry for 23 years. Our award-winning services will help you stand out from other window treatment or awning businesses in any region of...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Web Design
    • Reputation Management
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    Location
    Arnold, Missouri
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $199/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Unleash Your Brand's Potential With Yellowjack Media

    We are Yellowjack Media, a full-service digital marketing agency that offers marketing consulting, SEO, and social media marketing services to mid-level and large companies in the US. With over 15 years of experience in digital marketing, we take pride in driving customers to your products and services...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • SEO
    • CRO
    • Public Relations
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Apopka, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $149/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Making a Difference Every Day

    We believe in making a difference every day. To do this we help those that help others. We are digital engineers who work with you to build your custom marketing strategy. We know how to 2x business and help them surpass their goals. We do this with a combination of business consulting, industry analysis, geo...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Advertising
    • Package Design
    • Graphic Design
    • Print Design
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    Location
    Palm Beach, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • The Gateway to your Digital Growth.

    Softaid, headquartered in Australia, is a full-service web design and development agency committed to strengthening businesses with a resilient online presence. Our specialization lies in the creation of visually captivating and exceptionally functional websites, prioritizing not only aesthetics but also...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • SEO
    • PPC
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    Location
    Sydney, Australia
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Bizualized: Your Business Visualized.

    At Bizualized, we're more than just a digital marketing agency. We're a partner in your success, working tirelessly to help you achieve your goals and reach your target audience in the most effective way possible. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help you grow your business through...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • CRO
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    Location
    Miami, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Thinking Forward.

    We help people and businesses build more relevant brands. Wys Agency is a Digital Marketing Agency specialized in creating Websites. Improve your company's digital presence and increase the volume of qualified leads with our high-performance professional websites...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Digital Strategy
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Mobile App Development
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    Location
    Orlando, Florida
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $120/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Digital Transcendence

    Hey there! We're Glimpse Digital, your go-to, award-winning digital marketing agency in Dubai. We don't just follow trends we set them. With a squad of digital wizards, creative geniuses, and strategy gurus, were all about taking your brand to the next level. Need a digital marketing company that thinks...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Branding
    • SEO
    • Creative Services
    • Video Production
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    Location
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $85/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Your Vision Engineered To Perfection

    Safztech is committed to quality, client satisfaction, and measurable results, delivering tailored solutions that elevate brands, enhance user engagement, and drive business growth...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Branding
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    Location
    Bothell, Washington
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
  • Internet with soul.

    At FunkPd, we pride ourselves on creating websites that are both functional and visually stunning. We understand that your website is often the first impression your customers have of your business, which is why we take the time to understand your brand and your target audience. From there, we use our design...

    Top Services:

    • WordPress Website Design
    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Winnipeg, Canada
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $120/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Experiential Design, Development and Strategy Redefined

    Tablo Noir is your end-to-end branding and design partner bringing strategy, creativity, and cohesion together to build brands that don't just look the part, but play it...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Design Services
    • Digital Strategy
    • Logo Design
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Chennai, India
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    11 Projects Listed
  • We've got a thumb on the pulse of trending tech.

    Your St. Paul marketing agency and solution for web development, SEO, SEM, PPC, video production and more...

    Top Services:

    • PPC
    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    St. Paul, Minnesota
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Professional website promotion since 2002!

    If you are looking for a website promotion company, with particularly rich experience, uncompromising professionalism and eye-level service - you have come to the right place! The company's team consists of professionals who engage in the craft every day, go through Google's professional training and receive...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Strategy
    • SEO
    • eCommerce
    • Digital Marketing
    • Business Consulting
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    Location
    Netanya, Israel
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $200/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Strategy • Solutions • Results

    We help small business owners boost web traffic with transparent SEO, effective PPC campaigns, and responsive web design, turning more leads into loyal customers, clients, or patients...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Web Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Development
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    Location
    Miami, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Transforming Digital Dreams into Reality.

    Transform your digital presence with our comprehensive marketing services. From SEO and social media to content creation and web development, we provide the tools you need to succeed online...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Miami, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $30/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Strategy. Delivery. Growth.

    Mr Digital is the antidote to the broken agency model. We are a Growth Architecture Partner for Hospitality, B2B, and eCommerce brands, replacing hourly billing and vanity metrics with Fixed-Fee Revenue Engines that deliver measurable commercial return...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Brighton UK, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $60/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • En Conversión Marketing Nada Nos Detiene

    We are Conversion Marketing, an established Digital Marketing agency established in 2014. Our expertise lies in successfully launching new enterprises and crafting specialized B2B strategies tailored to the industry's needs. Our commitment extends to fostering local economic growth by facilitating business...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Strategy
    • Email Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Media Buying
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    Location
    Monterrey, Mexico
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $70/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
  • Empower Your Business With Custom Marketing Solutions.

    Kampp Technology & Marketing as the Internet Marketing Company in Orange County, We Implement A Marketing Strategy Specifically For your Business Needs , We do not take one solution fits all approach so with us you are getting 100 % Tailored and customized Internet Marketing Solution which seamlessly...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Laguna Hills, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Be Seen & Be Found With Great Websites & Online Marketing On Local Search & Social

    Be Seen Be Found is a boutique, full service, flexible digital marketing agency based in Yorkshire. I help your websites get found first on search. And be seen showing the right message. Combining search, websites, SEO and social I get local businesses found and reach local customers...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Design
    • SEO
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Wakefield, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $50/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Elevate your business with Customers2UNow.

    We are a local website design agency that specializes in ranking your website at the top of the search engines. We pride ourselves on helping small businesses compete with larger organizations with a budget that they can afford. We also provide lead generation services so that you can get phone calls almost...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • SEO
    • Content Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Aurora, Colorado
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $45/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Best Website Development & Digital Marketing Agency in Dwarka, Delhi

    Fifth Shield is the top digital marketing agency in Delhi, founded in 2014 by Surendra Singh, offers SEO, SMO, PPC, & web development services across the world. With the experience of 10+ years, Fifth Shield has worked on 100+ projects for multiple industries...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • SEO
    • PPC
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    Location
    New Delhi, India
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $10/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Advanced Marketing Solutions

    For over three decades, we've specialized in crafting marketing programs that enhance performance and future-proof our partners businesses. Add our expertise to your toolbox and build a marketing funnel that is consistent, measurable, and scalable...

    Top Services:

    • Social Media Marketing
    • SEO
    • Advertising
    • Content Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Edina, Minnesota
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • We Believe In Quality.

    Blocvibe Technologies: Empowering Businesses with Custom Software Solutions Welcome to Blocvibe, A leading software development company dedicated to delivering innovative solutions that drive business growth. We craft custom software solutions to meet our clients' specific challenges...

    Top Services:

    • Graphic Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • Mobile App Development
    • Software Development
    • CRM Consulting
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    Location
    Mohali, India
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $12/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    4 Projects Listed
  • Top Web and Mobile Development Company in California

    eBizTrait is an offshore web development company and Digital marketing agency delivering high quality, cost effective, reliable result-oriented web and e-commerce solutions on time for a global clientele...

    Top Services:

    • Mobile App Development
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Development
    • UI/UX Design
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Ahmedabad, India
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
  • Let's Fix Your Digital Marketing Vastu!

    Marastu is a top-notch Digital Marketing Agency offering a comprehensive suite of marketing solutions. We specialize in SEO and link building to generate organic traffic, SEM for targeted marketing, and Google Analytics 4 for gaining data-driven insights. Trust Marastu for high-quality marketing solutions...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • PPC
    • SEO
    • Big Data Analytics
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    Location
    Ahmedabad, India
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
  • We Provide Custom Software & Web Development Services

    Build your ideas into a solid business product with our custom web solutions and industry-specific knowledge...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Design Services
    • Web Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Development
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    Location
    Jaipur, India
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $20/hr
  • 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
  • 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
  • Propel Your Business Beyond with Blockchain Development and AI

    At VR IT Services Pro, we specialize in blockchain development and web development. We design secure, decentralized applications (dApps) that function on distributed ledger systems. Our expertise extends to customized web solutions, digital marketing, Mobile App Development, and ERP Services, serving as a...

    Top Services:

    • Blockchain
    • Web Development
    • IT Services
    • ERP Consulting
    • Web Design
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $45/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    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
  • Build a Brand, Not Just a Business!

    Markimist is a digital marketing agency based in Bangladesh. We provide digital marketing, web development, e-commerce development and some other relevant services...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    Dhaka, Bangladesh
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
  • Creativity Unleashed

    AARK Marketing Services - UAEs Most Trusted Digital Marketing & PR Agency with 100% Client Satisfaction. Ignite your brands growth with data-driven marketing, powerful PR, and high-performance digital strategies tailored for the UAE and GCC markets. We help you attract qualified traffic, capture valuable...

    Top Services:

    • Social Media Marketing
    • Public Relations
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Design
    • Mobile App Development
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    Location
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
  • Superior Design For Explosive Business Growth

    Igniting Digital Experiences For Explosive Business Growth Whether big or small, we make your vision a reality. For over two decades, we have helped brands craft beautiful websites and creative messaging that educates, inspires, and drives growth...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Web Design
    • Design Services
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
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    Location
    Knysna, South Africa
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $75/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Your Success Is Our Goal!

    RAD SUN is a global consulting firm that provides technology solutions. We provide CTO as a Service, highly trained employees, and full support to international clients in their digital transformation journeys. We provide e-commerce website development services, including building new websites, fixing...

    Top Services:

    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Development
    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Design
    • SEO
    • Show more
    Location
    London, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $45/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • 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
  • Africa's leading design and digital marketing agency for impact-driven and sustainable organisations

    We help amplify your brand communications through compelling visual design and effective, data-driven marketing designed for growth and success...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Digital Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Cape Town, South Africa
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
  • 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
  • Web Design & Google, Microsoft & Meta Ads Specialists

    We build outstanding websites and scale extraordinary Google, Microsoft and Meta Ads campaigns, growing your monthly profits, expanding your online reach and winning awards for our work because we put you, our clients, first...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • CRO
    • PPC
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Email Marketing
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    Location
    Monmouth, United Kingdom
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $150/hr
  • We drive revenue with SEO and content at scale

    iPullRank is a leading enterprise SEO, martech and content marketing agency with regard to technical SEO, audience-focused SEO, and content engineering. By prioritising the needs of people, we have given our clients organic search results worth $2 billion or more...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Digital Marketing
    • Market Research
    • Content Marketing
    • AI Development
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    Location
    New York City, New York
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $80/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Ignite Your Growth.

    Brighttail is a full-service demand-gen agency that specializes in helping high-tech B2B firms build strong brands and demand-generation programs. Our mission is to help you achieve your growth ambitions. We do this by partnering closely with your teams, becoming experts in your industries, and fully...

    Top Services:

    • Email Marketing
    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • Digital Marketing
    • Content Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
  • Technology, Information and Internet.

    Our team of experts enjoy helping all of our clients and are focused on delivering the quality of service our clients deserve. Our focus is to provide the best website design, digital marketing, social media marketing services in Pensacola and surrounding areas...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Content Marketing
    • Email Marketing
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    Location
    Pensacola, Florida
    Number of Employees
    Under 49

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. 

Aspect SEO SEM
Traffic source Organic (unpaid) Paid (ads on search engines)
Cost model No cost-per-click Pay-per-click (PPC)
Result speed Slow, builds over time Fast, immediate visibility
Placement Organic search results Top and bottom ad placements
Strategy Content, technical setup, backlinks Bidding, ad copy, targeting
Long-term value High, compounding over time Stops when the budget stops
Control Limited control over rankings Full 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.

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