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digiVirus.in is a performance-driven digital marketing agency that acts as a strategic partner for businesses, managing end-to-end digital growth so clients can focus on scaling their core operations. Built for high-growth brands and companies operating at scale, the agency emphasizes clarity, consistency...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Branding
- PPC
- SEO
- eCommerce
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- Location
- Agra, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $3000/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Baqi Digital is a modern marketing systems company that helps businesses grow using AI, automation, and data-driven strategies. We build complete growth infrastructure Paid Ads, SEO, Funnels, CRM, and Analytics all working together as one powerful system. No matter where you are in the world, we engineer...
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- Digital Services
- Affiliate Marketing
- CRO
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Vaughan, Canada
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $2000/hr
Osiz Technologies develops AI, blockchain, Web3, gaming, mobile, and enterprise software solutions that help businesses accelerate digital transformation through scalable and innovative technology...
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- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Advertising
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Madurai, India
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1000/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
DentalBase is an all-in-one AI platform built exclusively for dental practices. From attracting new patients to automating front-desk operations, DentalBase handles the marketing and operational load so dentists can focus on care. The platform includes a conversion-focused website, local SEO, Google and...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Reputation Management
- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1000/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Collab Accounting is a trusted Sydney accounting firm helping Australian businesses simplify their finances, stay compliant, and grow with confidence. From bookkeeping and tax to payroll, BAS and strategic business advisory, we provide practical, personalised accounting solutions designed around your business...
Top Services:
- Accounting
- IT Services
- Software Testing
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Bella Vista, Australia
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1000/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
DXDasia is an AI-driven digital engineering agency AI automation, custom software, and full-funnel growth engines that drive measurable revenue...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Design Services
- Web Design
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- Location
- Kolkata, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1000/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
DigiDesire is your premier digital marketing agency. Designed to deliver innovative digital marketing services and solutions to empower you to thrive in your business growth among growing digital domains...
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Karachi, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $500/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
DTM Insights is a digital marketing agency helping businesses grow through SEO-first strategies and performance-focused marketing. Founded in 2022, we work with startups and small brands to improve search visibility, attract high-intent traffic, and convert users into customers. Our approach combines keyword...
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- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Agra, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $500/hr
Hooks Tech is a result-focused digital marketing and web development agency in Madurai. We help brands stay relevant and scale through expert SEO, high-converting PPC, social media management, and custom website design. Affordable, practical, and growth-oriented. Lets build your digital success story...
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- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- Content Marketing
- Web Development
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- Location
- Madurai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $500/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
A results-driven SEO agency specializing in data-backed strategies that boost search rankings, increase organic traffic, and deliver measurable growth for your business...
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- Digital Services
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Web Development
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $499/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Digifix is a Melbourne-based digital agency focused on helping businesses grow online with smart, results-driven marketing. We build high-performing websites, run targeted SEO and Google Ads campaigns, manage social media, and create content that turns attention into leads. Our approach is practical...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Web Development
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Clayton, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $400/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Single Origin is a senior, design-led marketing team building for the AI-search era. SEO, AI visibility, paid media, and web design under one roof and one accountable partner, tested over the last decade...
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- AEO
- SEO
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Walnut Creek, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Wireframes Digital is the leading SEO agency in Mumbai. We will build the brand and scale it exponentially with you. Joining forces with top SEO services in Mumbai can help your business continue to grow and earn more revenue. We have a team of SEO professionals to assist you in expanding your Reach...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Advertising
- Web Design
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- Location
- Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Visual Realm is a full service advertising agency that specializes in the whole process. From building the look of the logo and brand to the full on marketing campaign. We do it all...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Palm Harbor, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Accuracast is an international digital marketing agency that helps ambitious brands grow globally by streamlining and enhancing digital marketing across borders...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Business Consulting
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- CRO
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Phoenix Project is a Warsaw-based digital marketing agency founded in 2019, specializing in international SEO, GEO, AI search optimization, and advanced Tiered Link Building. We also offer Google Ads, Facebook Ads, and website development...
Top Services:
- SEO
- PPC
- Content Marketing
- Advertising
- eCommerce
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- Location
- Warsaw, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
We're a web design & development studio based in Paignton, Devon. We believe great design is not just how it looks it's how it works. With a focus on user experience and performance, we build sites that generate engagement and results...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- AI Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Paignton, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Performena is a technology-driven marketing engineering company that builds integrated marketing systems designed to solve complex performance and coordination challenges. Rather than operating as a traditional agency, Performena focuses on engineering unified marketing ecosystems that combine platform...
Top Services:
- Public Relations
- PPC
- Media Buying
- Creative Services
- Advertising
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
B2B Google Ads, SEO and lead generation agency Singapore-based B2B inbound marketing consultancy, a Google, Meta, Linkedin, HubSpot and Notion Partner. We build operating systems for how complex B2B actually buys with offices in Singapore & Malaysia...
Top Services:
- Digital Strategy
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- SEO
- Media Buying
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- Location
- Singapore, Singapore
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
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
Info Web USA Technologies delivers AI-powered SEO, web design, app development and performance marketing built to drive real revenue. Get a free audit today...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- AEO
- PPC
- SEO
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Directive is the B2B marketing agency that transforms marketing from a cost center into a predictable revenue driver...
Top Services:
- PPC
- AEO
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Irvine, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Slake Marketing is a Los Angelesbased digital marketing agency that helps solopreneurs and small to medium-sized businesses grow their brands with clarity and confidence. The agency offers website and branding design, photography, strategy coaching, and integrated design-and-coaching packages, providing a...
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- Digital Marketing
- Business Consulting
- Web Design
- Branding
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
SEO Image is an award-winning New York City agency providing SEO, AI search optimization, local SEO, reputation management, PPC, and web design. Since 2002, the agency has helped established brands and growing businesses improve visibility and achieve measurable results...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Reputation Management
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Marketing by Data is a digital marketing agency specializing in data-driven strategies to help businesses achieve their marketing goals. They offer services such as SEO, PPC, email marketing, social media advertising, website development, and analytics. With a focus on transparency and measurable results...
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- Burbank, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We lead our clients to success through extensive tech and B2B AI marketing know-how, a strategic mindset, and a dedication to reaching new heights.Eliminate guesswork by following our proven framework. We optimize your premium brand positioning to attract 7-8 figure enterprise deals...
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- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Branding
- Advertising
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Connection Marketing, Inc. is a B2B digital agency based in Calabasas, CA, with 18+ years of experience driving revenue for SaaS, cybersecurity, CPG and enterprise brands. We specialize in being the best at Google Ads, LinkedIn Ads, and ABM strategies that generate qualified leads and scale growth through...
Top Services:
- PPC
- Location
- Calabasas, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Most businesses don't have a marketing problem. They have a systems problem. Raiotech Digital helps service businesses, startups, and operators build systems that create real leverage websites that convert, SEO that compounds, ads tied to real funnels, automations that eliminate manual work, and custom...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- St. Petersburg, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Digiunix.ai is an innovative AI and technology company focused on helping businesses leverage artificial intelligence, automation, and data-driven solutions. They build smart systems that address complex problems, optimize operations, and create new pathways for growth...
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- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- Web Development
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Pune, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
Shree Ganpati Media is a full-service digital agency based in Howrah, West Bengal, India, specializing in website design, digital marketing, branding, social media management, SEO, video production, and UI/UX solutions. Established in 2015, the company focuses on helping businesses strengthen their online...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Social Media Marketing
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
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- Location
- Howrah, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Mach9 is an AI-powered digital communications and marketing agency built for organizations operating in highly regulated industries and sports. Founded in New York and expanding globally, MACH9 combines cultural intelligence, real-time data analysis, strategic communications, and AI-driven optimization to...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Digital Marketing
- Digital Services
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Jovanix is an AI marketing agency helping roofers, HVAC companies, contractors, dentists and any local service business across the US get more clients done for you.Stop Gambling With Your Marketing Budget. See exactly how many clients you can get - before you spend a dime. And if you like the plan...
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- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- PPC
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Welling, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Silverback Marketing (silverbackmarketing.com) is a boutique digital marketing agency founded in 2007 in Queen Creek, Arizona. We combine SEO/GEO, paid media, web development, and AI automation into one pipeline-measured growth system for B2B and considered-purchase companies, and we publish the open-source...
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- SEO
- AEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Queen Creek, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Metrix helps fast-growing companies scale through web, apps, and systems that remove the guesswork from growth...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Brisbane, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $240/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Whippet Digital is a New Zealand SaaS growth agency focused on AI search. We help B2B SaaS and tech companies get cited and recommended in ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity, Gemini, Google AI Overviews and AI Mode, using our eight-pillar SaaS Growth Framework and measuring results against pipeline...
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- AEO
- SEO
- Digital Strategy
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Ōhope, New Zealand
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $240/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Vaulted is a marketing, design, and development agency that helps companies turn complex marketing systems into clear, measurable growth...
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- Digital Strategy
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- CRM Consulting
- Web Development
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- Location
- Raleigh , North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $240/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Coinbound is your partner in accelerating the growth of crypto and Web3 companies. Our services include influencer marketing, PR, SMM, paid advertising, media buying, SEO, and community management...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Public Relations
- Digital Strategy
- Media Buying
- Branding
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $225/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
TopRank Marketing is on a mission to help B2B companies stand apart, build trust and drive, brand, demand and revenue outcomes. Our Best Answer Marketing system uses a data-informed strategy to deliver multi-channel influencer and content experiences that can make your company a Best Answer Brand...
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- Content Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $220/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
WiserBrand is an AI-first technology and growth agency serving mid-market businesses across the US and Canada. Our work spans B2B professional services, retail, logistics, law, accounting, and real estate. We use AI to remove repetitive work, then scale whats already working...
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- AI Development
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Software Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 28 Projects Listed
Who are we? - We're a full-service B2B ad agency with years of experience managing campaigns on Google, LinkedIn, Reddit, Meta and other platforms.What value do we bring? - We will get you more qualified leads that convert into clients, saving your company time and money dealing with bad leads...
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- PPC
- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Media Buying
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 16 Projects Listed
Obility provides B2B digital marketing solutions for B2B tech and SaaS. Obility specializes in paid search, paid social SEO, and GEO/AEO efforts...
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- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- SEO
- CRO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Portland, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
A B2B SaaS Digital Marketing Agency With Expertise in SEO, GEO, PPC all combined under our trademarked Inbound Engine brand...
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- PPC
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- CRO
- Web Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Estro Digital Communications is an award-winning agency reshaping business growth in the digital age. Led by Chris and Steve Estrellado, we specialize in 360° marketing solutions, combining AI-powered CRM tools and advanced automation techniques. With a proven track record across industries, we craft...
Top Services:
- CRM Consulting
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Westwood, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We build seo friendly custom websites with one goal in mind: To Get You Ranked. Our websites average top 5 positioning on google within 3 months of launch, and top 3 positioning within 6 months of launch (both with $0 ad spend). Visit our website or call to get a fresh new first impression for your business...
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- SEO
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- CRO
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- Location
- Bentonville, Arkansas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At Lewis SEO Tulsa, we specialize in helping local businesses in the Tulsa area grow their online presence through proven, results-driven SEO strategies. Our expert team works to dramatically improve your websites organic search rankings targeting even the most competitive keywords so you can rise above the...
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- Digital Marketing
- AEO
- SEO
- Web Design
- CRO
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- Location
- Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Future Shore is a results-driven digital-marketing and advertising agency that turns bold ideas into measurable growth. From our Cirencester hub, we blend data-led strategy, AI innovation and sharp creative to help local and regional brands...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
YLSSEO (DuckTeacher SEO) is a Google SEO consultancy founded in 2024 by Qinkui Wang. We provide managed SEO, SEO audits and Google penalty recovery to Chinese B2B manufacturers and e-commerce brands...
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- SEO
- Content Marketing
- Branding
- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Quanzhou, China
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Detutu Media is a digital PR and marketing agency that helps brands strengthen their online presence and connect with target audiences through strategic campaigns. The agency specializes in services such as digital PR, media placements, influencer marketing, link building, and reputation management to improve...
Top Services:
- Public Relations
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Location
- Lagos, Nigeria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Performance marketing agency based in Richmond, Melbourne. From SEO to paid media, we place businesses in front of their desired audience on the most prominent platforms, staying on the front foot of latent AI changes in the search space with newfound strategies that keep you future-proof...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Strategy
- CRO
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- Location
- Melbourne, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Vanilla Circus is a UK-based digital marketing agency specializing in SEO, content marketing, AI search optimization, and organic growth strategies. The agency helps businesses improve their online visibility, attract qualified traffic, and generate sustainable leads through data-driven search marketing and...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Ripley, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
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SEO vs PPC: Which Is right for your business?
| Feature | PPC (Paid Ads) | SEO (Organic) |
| Speed | Fast (live in hours) | Slow (3 to 12 months to rank) |
| Cost | Paid per click; each click costs | High effort, "Free" clicks |
| Trust | Moderate (some users skip ads) | High (users trust organic more) |
| Longevity | Traffic stops when the budget ends | Assets last for years |
| Effort | Bidding & creative testing | Content creation & technical |
In 2026, the debate isn't about which is better, but which is faster. With AI Overviews (AIO) now dominating the top of search results, both Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and Pay Per Click (PPC) have had to change.
The short answer: PPC brings fast results; SEO builds momentum over time.
Use SEO when you want long-term, compounding traffic and can afford to wait for results. Use PPC when you need immediate visibility, fast testing, or predictable demand on a controlled budget.
For best results, combine both methods.
What is the best PPC platform for my business?
| If your goal is... | Use this platform |
| Immediate sales or leads | Google Ads (Search) |
| Building a brand/lifestyle | Meta (Instagram) or TikTok |
| Selling to other businesses | LinkedIn Ads |
| Selling products on a budget | Amazon Ads or Microsoft Ads |
| Targeting Gen Z or trends | TikTok Ads |
The best platform depends entirely on your business model and where your customers spend the most time. Since the rise of AI-integrated search, PPC has split into two worlds: intent-based (people looking for you) and interruption-based (you looking for them).
Best for most businesses:
- Google Ads: Ideal for high-intent traffic. If someone types "emergency plumber Cheney" or "best CRM for startups," they want to buy now.
- Meta Ads (Facebook & Instagram): Best for visual products and impulse buys. If your product looks great in a video or photo, Meta's algorithm is elite at finding people who didn't know they wanted your product until they saw it.
The specialist platforms:
- LinkedIn Ads: The gold standard for B2B. It is expensive (high CPC), but your B2B PPC agency can target by specific job titles (e.g., Director of Logistics) or company size.
- Amazon Ads: A must for physical product sellers. It often has a higher conversion rate than Google because users are already in shopping mode.
- TikTok Ads: In 2026, TikTok is a massive search engine for Gen Z and Millennials.
Alternatives:
- Microsoft advertising (Bing): Often overlooked, but it reaches a more affluent and older demographic (usually 45+). Competition is lower, so your cost-per-click (CPC) is often 30% cheaper than Google.
- Reddit & Quora: Best for niche, high-trust communities. If your audience is highly technical or research-heavy, appearing in these threads can feel more like a recommendation than an ad.
How much does PPC agency management cost?
Your total PPC cost is ad spend plus management fees. Industry competition determines how high both numbers go.
Average costs for a standard PPC campaign are:
- Ad spend: $500 to $20,000+ per month
- Cost-per-click (CPC): Approximately $1.62 per click
- Cost-per-1,000 impressions (CPM): Approximately $3.12
- Remarketing CPC: $0.66 to $1.23 per click
- Tools and software: $15 to $800 per month
Agencies usually charge using one of these models:
- Percentage of ad spend: 12% to 30% of monthly spend
- Flat monthly fee: $1,000 to $3,000 for small to mid-sized businesses
- Project-based pricing: $1,000 to $10,000+ for audits, setup, or short engagements
Average CPC in 2026 across major industries:
| Industry | Average CPC | Average CTR |
| Business Services | $5.37 | 5.62% |
| Health & Fitness | $4.71 | 6.88% |
| Education | $4.39 | 6.21% |
| Animals & Pets | $3.90 | 7.39% |
| Beauty & Personal Care | $3.56 | 6.75% |
| Fashion & Jewelry | $3.39 | 6.13% |
| Real Estate | $2.10 | 9.20% |
| Restaurants & Food | $2.18 | 8.68% |
| Travel | $1.92 | 10.16% |
How long does it take to see the results of a PPC campaign?
You will see traffic in 24 hours, data in 2 weeks, and true profitability in about 3 months.
PPC delivers results faster than SEO, but it's not instant. While your ads can appear within hours, profitable, stable results generally follow a three-stage timeline.
- Days 1 to 7: Ads go live and gain immediate traffic. The platform's AI tests audiences. Avoid changing settings, or you will reset the learning process.
- Weeks 2 to 4: You spot winning ads, block wasted search terms, and see early leads or sales. Cost Per Acquisition (CPA) may be high because you’re buying data to see which ads convert.
- Months 2 to 3: You have enough data to cut underperforming keywords and double down on profitable ones. Results stabilize, and you hit your target return on ad spend (ROAS).
Who owns your ad accounts?
You should, but you might not. The legal and technical ownership of an ad account depends entirely on how it was set up and what is in your contract.
If you set up the account using your business email and your credit card, you own it. You simply invite a PPC agency as a partner or manager. If you choose to finish the partnership, you maintain full control and can remove their access at any time. You keep all the historical data, the winning ad formulas, and the tracking pixels that have learned who your customers are.
When a PPC agency manages campaigns under its own account, you don't retain ownership. If you part ways, you could lose valuable campaign data and have to start from scratch.
