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Ads Catalyst is a Singapore digital marketing agency specialising in Meta Ads, Google Ads, TikTok Ads, SEO, and web design. We help SMEs grow through performance-driven campaigns and measurable results...
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- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- Singapore, Singapore
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
At JA Frontiers, we believe that the most effective business solutions are born from a blend of rigorous analysis and genuine partnership. We dont just deliver reports; we strive to provide the kind of operational reliability and actionable insight that helps our clients see past the immediate challenge to...
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- CRO
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- Location
- Science Hill, Kentucky
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
White Label Partner is a white-label digital services company that helps agencies expand their capabilities without increasing operational overhead. It provides web and mobile development, SEO, paid advertising, AI solutions, GoHighLevel services, content writing, social media management, and other digital...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- AEO
- Web Development
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
leeday.uk is a London-based web development and AI automation practice operated by Lee Day through Hosting Easy Ltd. The practice provides custom website design and development, website support, AI automation, voice agents, chatbots, and digital systems for businesses across the UK. Its services emphasize...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- PPC
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Hawk Notch is the go to agency for Amazon KDP authors and Amazon sellers who are searching for answers like what is KDP publishing, how KDP works, when KDP pays royalties, and how to increase Amazon sales.We turn confusion into clarity and visibility into revenue using Amazon SEO, PPC optimization, and A9...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Video Production
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Logixer Creatives is a Dubai-focused digital marketing and web solutions agency serving businesses across the UAE. We provide SEO, local SEO, Google Ads, social media marketing, content marketing, branding, conversion-focused web design, and e-commerce development for Shopify and WooCommerce. Our approach...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- AEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Meta ads and Google Ads agency in Dubai for beauty salons, gyms, pilates studios, dental clinics and real estate. Performance marketing and lead generation on a flat monthly fee from AED 2,950. You own your ad accounts, no lock-in, every lead tracked to WhatsApp...
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- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Media Buying
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Youre great on camera. But the editing, the endless revisions, the posting, the file chaos, thats the part that eats your time. We take all of it off your plate...
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- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Audio Production
- Web Design
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- Location
- Texas City, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
AI POTLINE is a digital marketing agency specializing in B2B SEO, Local SEO, technical SEO, WordPress website design, Google Business Profile optimization, and AI-powered search strategies. We help small businesses, service providers, healthcare companies, and B2B brands improve search visibility, attract...
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- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- AEO
- SEO
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- Location
- Newark, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Strategie MD is a Chișinău marketing agency that plans before it spends. Each client starts with research into the market and the competition, then gets a 90-day plan with clear steps and measurable KPIs. The same team then carries it out: branding and naming, websites, SEO, Google Ads and social media...
Top Services:
- Digital Strategy
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- Chișinău, Moldova
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $56/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Web design and custom web development studio from Timisoara, Romania, since 2018: custom websites, online stores, web apps, SEO and branding. Packages from EUR 399...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Timișoara, Romania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Tanzilite helps businesses grow online with smart, creative, and result-focused digital marketing solutions. From SEO and paid advertising to social media, web development, and branding, we create strategies that improve visibility, attract customers, and build stronger brands...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- SEO
- AEO
- PPC
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- Location
- Lahore, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
MKR Techsoft helps businesses grow with smarter digital strategies for todays evolving search landscape. From SEO, SMO, AEO, and GEO to performance marketing and AI-powered solutions, we boost visibility, attract qualified leads, and drive measurable, long-term growth...
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- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Gurdaspur, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
DG10 is a modern digital agency blending the power of AI with human creativity. From building sleek websites to automating your marketing, we help brands grow smarter and faster. Whether you're a startup or scaling business, we deliver real results through smart tech and thoughtful strategy. Machine-led...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Patna, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $55/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Boost your online presence with Search Engineers, a leading digital marketing agency specializing in SEO, PPC, social media, and content marketing. Drive traffic, increase conversions, and grow your brand today!...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- WordPress Website Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Coimbatore, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are Tech Bay Leaf, a leading data-driven digital marketing agency where curiosity meets creativity, & insights become sales. We specialize in providing digital specialists with flexibility and cost-effective solutions. Our presence is global and our marketing culture meets the demands of businesses as the...
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- Creative Services
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
At Web Hitters, we proudly claim prestige for ourselves among the leading SEO and web design companies working worldwide. The areas wherein our experience includes expertise are digital marketing, website design and development, e-commerce solutions, SEO and mobile app development. We are dedicated to...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Zirakpur, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $5/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At MyTechZoom, we help businesses thrive online with a full suite of digital services. From SEO that boosts your websites visibility on search engines to web development and design that creates stunning, user-friendly websites, we provide end-to-end solutions tailored to your needs.Our team also...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
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- Location
- Lahore, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
BMDU is a digital marketing agency helping businesses grow by providing a customized solutions in web and mobile development, seo, performance marketing, UI/UX design and scalable digital solutions...
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- Digital Services
- Reputation Management
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are an award wining Digital Agency based in Mumbai, India. We help manufacturers with Digital Marketing including SEO, PPC, Social Media, Email and Website...
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- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Harvee Designs is one of the top Digital Marketing Agencies in Coimbatore, specialized in website development, web design, SEO, PPC & social media marketing. Happy clients for 10 years. Empower your business into a brand with the best Digital Marketing Company in Coimbatore. We provide the best digital...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Reputation Management
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- Location
- Coimbatore, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
In 2019, Digital Quester was founded with a mission to offer cost-effective yet high-return 360° digital marketing services tailored for growing businesses. Throughout our journey, we have consistently delivered elevated brand values and groundbreaking digital presence, showcasing the transformative impact...
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- Media Buying
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Bhopal, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $12/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Founded in 2012, Pixxelznet is a quality digital marketing company that is focused on helping businesses get better leads & sales. Our website specialist team is committed to our client's satisfaction and delivering quality results. With over 150+ clients worldwide, where 90% were highly satisfied,...
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- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Advertising
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Delhi, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
RootAMZ, where we turn your ecommerce ambition into reality. At RootAMZ, we manage your amazon account like amazon vendor central, amazon seller central, amazon ads/PPC, Walmart account & seller central accounts with precision...
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- PPC
- Creative Services
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Market Research
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- Location
- Bhubaneswar, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Treasure Creatives is a digital marketing agency helping businesses grow with SEO, website design & development, branding, PPC, and performance marketing solutions. We create creative digital strategies that improve visibility, engagement, and online growth...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- New Delhi, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Digital OmniTech helps businesses grow online through SEO, paid ads, web design, social media, and email marketing. We focus on targeted traffic, higher conversions, and measurable results...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Indore, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $8/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Kaarasun helps brands connect deeply with their customers through meaningful, results-driven marketing. Trusted by 100+ businesses across Noida and Greater Noida for SEO, social media, and website growth...
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- Digital Marketing
- Digital Strategy
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- Branding
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- Location
- Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We, Webmark8, situated in noida, gurgaon offer an integrated set of digital services using our results driven approach to website design and development company in gurgaon. From domain booking/registration to website hosting, from the development of e-commerce websites to setting up of Payment Gateways. We...
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- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Digital Marketing
- CRO
- SEO
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- Location
- Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
WeProms Digital is a Lahore digital marketing agency, founded in 2014, helping businesses in Pakistan, the UK, UAE and beyond grow with SEO, AI search, PPC, social media, websites and CRM. Rated 4.8 from 233 Google reviews...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- AEO
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- Location
- Lahore, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Are you searching for the best website design & development company in Ahmedabad for your business then AOM Web Designer is here to help your Designing Stunning Websites, Attractive UI UX Design, SEO Friendly and Custom Designing Solution. AOM Web Designer is the top leading web design service provider in...
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- Web Design
- Email Marketing
- PPC
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
STRATEGY & ROI is a digital marketing agency helping businesses grow through SEO, PPC, social media, web design, and graphic design with a focus on results and ROI...
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- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Kolkata, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $5/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Innovate with Brainvative! We deliver exceptional digital marketing, web design, and creative services to elevate your brands presence. Partner with us for your digital journey...
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- Web Design
- Logo Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Gurgaon, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
FexArt was founded with the vision that digital marketing could create substantial business growth for our clients...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Lahore, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Metaloop Marketing specializes in Digital Marketing, offering expert SEO Services, PPC Management, Branding, Social Media Management, and Social Media Advertising. We help businesses enhance online visibility, drive targeted traffic, and build strong brand identities. Our tailored strategies ensure maximum...
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- PPC
- Reputation Management
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Surat, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Scallar IT Solution is a digital growth agency based in Noida, India, specializing in AI automation, SEO, digital marketing, website development, CRM automation, and WhatsApp solutions. The agency helps businesses scale revenue through integrated growth systems that combine technology, automation, and...
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- Software Development
- IT Services
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
helping businesses worldwide grow with custom web design seo branding and digital marketing solutions that deliver measurable results...
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- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Mohali, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Nexora Creation is a WordPress and WooCommerce focused digital agency helping businesses across the US and beyond build websites that actually convert. With over seven years of experience and two hundred plus projects delivered, we serve law firms, e-commerce brands, and local service businesses. Our work...
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- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Multan, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Aarav Digital Marketing Agency is a digital marketing agency based in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, helping businesses, startups and growing brands build a stronger online presence. We provide SEO, Google Ads, social media marketing, performance marketing, lead generation, website design and development, WordPress and...
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- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Savit Interactive is a premier SEO agency based in USA. The Savit Interactive mission is to provide the most effective SEO solutions in the industry, a high-touch customer experience, deliver results and use profits to reinvest in client success, employee success and the community...
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- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- eCommerce
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- Location
- Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Trimonks Digital Provide A Full Range Of Digital Marketing, Web & Creative Services!...
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- Digital Marketing
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- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Chennai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Dev Buddys is a leading Creative Digital Media Solution Company specializing in the delivery of professional websites characterized by responsiveness, security, and a commitment to achieving optimal results. Our portfolio spans from straightforward corporate websites to intricate and advanced eCommerce...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Delhi, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
At Tatvagya Consultants, we dont just marketwe bring brands to life, transforming visions into experiences that resonate and inspire. Let us help you make your mark...
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- Location
- Karnal, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Choosing a professional Digital Marketing Company can help your business reach more customers online and generate better results. Today, most people search on Google and social media before buying any product or service. At Kabir Digital Media (KDM), we help businesses improve their online visibility through...
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- Location
- Meerut, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Top SEO Expertz is a leading digital marketing agency in UK, revolutionizing the boosting parameters for online businesses. All those digital marketing services that you need are just a click away from us!...
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- Media Buying
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- Location
- Karachi, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Digital bandhan is a result driven digital marketing agency dedicated to helping business online through innovative strategies data driven campaigns and creative storytelling from seo and social media to web development and lead generation we bridge the gap between brands and their potentials...
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- Location
- Agra, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
FamilyStuff.in is a creative SEO and web design agency helping businesses grow online with smart digital marketing, responsive websites, and data-driven SEO strategies tailored for lasting success...
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- Tiruchirappalli, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
PPC consultant with 12 years of experience in helping businesses of all sizes succeed with targeted and optimized digital advertising strategies across platforms such as Google Ads, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Remarketing & and LinkedIn campaigns...
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- Kolkata, India
- Number of Employees
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Digilligence is a leading digital marketing agency helping businesses grow with SEO, AI SEO, Answer Engine Optimization (AEO), Generative Engine Optimization (GEO), social media marketing, content marketing, website development, and branding. We optimize your online presence for Google Search, AI platforms...
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- Noida, India
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- Under $1,000
Tdigitalguru is a business that specializes in SEO, online design, and web development; we have finished a variety of projects. Our headquarters are situated in India. Tdigitalguru is a Digital Marketing Agency that offers services in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India, including search engine optimization...
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- Prayagraj, India
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- Under $1,000
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- 1 Project Listed
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8 Frequently Asked Questions About Small Business PPC Agencies
Should I go with a flat monthly fee or a percentage-of-ad-spend model?
For most small businesses that spend under $10,000/month on ads, a flat monthly fee is the cleaner and more protective choice because percentage-of-spend minimums often cost more at small budgets, and the model pays the agency for spending your money rather than managing it.
The structural problem with percentage-of-spend is that the small business PPC agency earns more every time you increase your budget, regardless of whether that increase is justified by performance.
Ask any percentage-of-spend agency directly: what is their policy when they believe additional budget is not justified by current performance? The answer will tell you whose interests they are actually managing.
How much do small business PPC agencies charge for their services, and what's on top of the quoted fee?
According to numerous reports, agencies usually charge between $1,000 and $5,000 a month for standard management services, depending on your ad spend level and what's included. If you need them to run a complex enterprise account, the price can go up and range between $10,000 and $25,000 a month.
The management fee for small business PPC services is only part of what you'll pay. They typically run 10-20% of monthly ad spend, but this is separate from the actual ad spend, which you pay directly.
On top of that, expect to see:
- Setup fees of $500-$5,000 for initial account audits and restructuring
- Tool costs passed through for third-party analytics platforms
- Overage charges if your ad spend crosses certain thresholds,
- Exit fees if you leave before the contract term ends.
The budget math to run before you sign is the following: management fee + setup fee + any tool costs + your actual ad spend = true monthly investment.
At a $2,000/monthad budget, a 15% management fee leaves only $300 for actual strategy work. Minimum viable ad spend for meaningful optimization is generally $2,000-$5,000/month, and the management fee comes out of your total budget on top of that.
What are the clearest red flags to watch for before I sign a contract?
Any small business PPC company that guarantees specific results before auditing your account is either making a sales pitch or doesn't understand how paid search works. No credible agency promises a specific cost per acquisition before they have audited your conversion tracking, analyzed your competitive landscape, and assessed your landing pages.
Other pre-signing red flags:
- They focus reporting on vanity metrics rather than business outcomes
- They can't explain their strategy in terms you understand
- They push long-term contracts before proving value.
If any of these appear during the sales process, they will be significantly worse once you're locked in.
Who owns the Google Ads account, me or the agency?
You should own the Google Ads account, and if an agency won't confirm that in writing before you sign, walk away. Agencies offering small business PPC services sometimes build campaigns inside their own Manager Account (MCC), making them, instead of you, the legal account owner. When you leave, you risk losing all historical data, conversion tracking, audience lists, and Smart Bidding signals.
Before signing, demand an explicit account ownership clause that names your Google Ads Account ID and specifies that the agency's access will be revoked at your request.
When should I expect real results, and what's a legitimate excuse vs. a stall?
Expect to see your first meaningful, stable results between weeks 6 and 12, as many agencies suggest. Allow for a learning period of 30-60-days before drawing conclusions, but expect transparency and a clear optimization plan from week one. The first 60 days include the account learning phase, and performance below eventual steady state is expected. Unexplained underperformance is a red flag, but explained underperformance during a calibration period is not.
Check the Change History in your Google Ads account: if there is no evidence of thoughtful adjustments in the first 30 days, including no keyword refinements, no ad copy tests, and no bid strategy changes, the campaign is on autopilot. Small business PPC consultants who are genuinely optimizing will have a paper trail.
Is it a problem if the agency manages hundreds of clients, or if they seem very small?
Client-to-account-manager ratio matters more than total agency size. Agencies offering small business PPC services that take on too many clients at once cut corners, use outdated methods, or fail to give individual accounts the attention and tailored strategy they need. Therefore, you may lose more on poor results than you save on fees. Ask directly: how many active accounts does each account manager handle?
A strategist managing 40+ accounts cannot be doing meaningful weekly optimization for any of them. On the other end, a two-person shop with no bench means your account goes dark when someone is sick or leaves. The right size agency for a small business has a dedicated point of contact with a manageable client load, a defined escalation path, and a process for running your account.
How long a contract should I accept?
A 3-month initial commitment is reasonable. A 12-month lock-in with no performance milestones written in is not. Three-month minimums are reasonable because campaigns need time to exit the learning phase before performance can be meaningfully evaluated. However, 12-month terms are a higher commitment and should come with clearly defined performance milestones and exit provisions if those milestones are not met.
If small business PPC consultants refuse to stand behind their work with a flexible exit option, they lack confidence in their ability to deliver results. You are funding their financial security, not your own growth.
The contract term to demand: a 90-day initial period with measurable KPI targets (cost per acquisition, lead volume), after which the engagement rolls month-to-month. Also, check the auto-renewal clause because many contracts auto-renew unless notice is given 30 to 60 days before the term ends. A missed notice window commits you to another full term.
How do I evaluate a proposal if I can't verify the case studies that an agency shows me?
Ask for references from current clients in a similar business category, not testimonials on their website. Case studies are marketing materials. They show the best possible outcome from the best possible client under the best possible conditions, and they are rarely auditable. The difference between agencies that claim to be data-driven and those that actually are shows up in specifics: ask them to walk through a real optimization decision they made in the last 30 days, what data prompted it, what they changed, and what happened.
If small business PPC services providers can't give you a concrete example with numbers, their case studies are doing the selling, not their process. Also, ask what happens when a campaign underperforms: agencies that have a clear answer ("we do X, then Y, then escalate to Z") are operating from a repeatable system. Agencies that answer with reassurance and vague references to optimization are operating on hope.
