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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
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- SEO
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- Agra, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $3000/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Digital Scarlett is the best digital marketing agency in Chandigarh, helping businesses grow online with result-oriented services like SEO, website design, social media marketing, content creation, and PPC advertising to boost visibility, traffic, and leads...
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- Location
- Ghumarwin, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $2500/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
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- Location
- Vaughan, Canada
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $2000/hr
Where movers SEO gets the attention it deserves...
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1000/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We help small and medium-sized companies to get more traffic, contacts, and customers through SEO in Gothenburg...
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- Digital Strategy
- SEO
- PPC
- Video Marketing
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- Location
- Gothenburg, Sweden
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1000/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Red Rock India is a dynamic digital marketing agency based in Mumbai. With more than 50 years of cumulative experience, we specialize in driving business growth through innovative digital marketing strategies. Our expertise includes B2B marketing, SEO Services, social media management, E-commerce Marketing...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1000/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Offshore Marketers is a digital marketing agency that specializes in data-driven strategies, performance-focused campaigns, and growth systems for brands seeking to scale. The agency provides multi-channel digital marketing solutions designed to turn marketing activity into measurable revenue and business...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- eCommerce
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- Location
- Whitehall, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1000/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Bespoke Search Marketing is among the UKs top SEO specialists, focusing on local SEO strategies that help businesses rank higher in local search results, attract quality leads, and increase revenue. Their customized SEO packages are designed to align with each clients specific business goals...
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- Location
- Wigan, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1000/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Digital Flavour helps businesses grow through innovative and results-driven digital marketing strategies. The agency combines performance-focused marketing with conversion-optimized technology to generate scalable returns on investment...
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- Digital Marketing
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- SEO
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- Location
- Indore, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1000/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
SEO BEES is a results-driven digital marketing agency helping businesses grow online across global markets. We partner with startups, SMEs, and established brands to increase visibility, generate high-quality leads, and drive measurable revenue through SEO, paid ads, social media marketing, and...
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- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Kottiyoor, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1000/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
CodeMetrix is a USA based digital agency providing web design, SEO, and online marketing services for businesses looking to improve their online visibility and customer engagement. We build fast, modern, and mobile-friendly websites focused on performance, user experience, and long-term growth...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Boise, Idaho
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1000/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
DXDasia is an AI-driven digital engineering agency AI automation, custom software, and full-funnel growth engines that drive measurable revenue...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Design Services
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- Location
- Kolkata, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1000/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We help you drive more sales with digital marketing, so you can stop wasting time and money on tactics that dont work...
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- Location
- Selden, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $800/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
Bviral is an Israeli digital marketing agency led by Yossef Zilberberg (MIT alum, Google Partner). We help growing businesses turn ad budgets into measurable results — combining strategy, paid media, SEO and content into one smart growth engine, with transparent reporting at every step...
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- Digital Strategy
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- Giv'at Shmuel, Israel
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $700/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
More Leads. More Referrals. More Sales. Grow your business by increasing your local visibility...
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- Location
- St. Petersburg, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $500/hr
We work with 8+ figure businesses that are already successful, and are looking for new ways to grow aggressively while maintaining desired profit margins...
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- PPC
- Location
- Mississauga, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $500/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Leadcrew is a digital marketing agency in Karachi. Our team is dedicated to providing exceptional results and working alongside you to help your business succeed in todays fast-paced digital world. Whether its digital marketing, content creation, web development, or branding, we can do it all...
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- Graphic Design
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
- PPC
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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
Giraffe Digital is a B Corp marketing agency in Milton Keynes helping B2B service firms grow through ethical, data-driven SEO, PPC, and digital strategies that deliver qualified leads and lasting visibility...
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- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
- PPC
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- Location
- Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $500/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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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- 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
At RankFlow Systems, we don't just build websites; we build the digital infrastructure your business deserves to own its market. High-performance web and SEO infrastructure for trades and service businesses. We turn searchers into your highest-value leads...
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- Web Design
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Location
- Spokane, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $500/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At AdOrbix, we combine deep Amazon expertise with innovative technology to help brands grow effortlessly...
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- Branding
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- Location
- Seattle, Washington
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $500/hr
Automated Marketing is a performance-driven digital marketing agency specializing in lead generation, paid advertising, and scalable customer acquisition systems. We help businesses eliminate inconsistency by building data-backed strategies that convert traffic into qualified leads and revenue...
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- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Location
- Orlando, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $450/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Professional digital marketing and SEO services for local businesses in USA. Boost your online presence with Google My Business optimization, SEO, PPC, and website development...
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- SEO
- Web Development
- PPC
- Location
- Cliffside Park, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $399/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Looking for a website that captivates customers? We create standout websites for brands like yours that attract more customers, outperform competitors, and help you bring in top talent...
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $350/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Lead Manager Agency is a premier multi-channel digital marketing agency specializing in data-driven marketing solutions that transform businesses. We focus on intelligent lead generation, comprehensive nurturing strategies, and conversion optimization to help companies grow their revenue and build lasting...
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- Digital Marketing
- Location
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $350/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
DiscoverMyBusiness is a pay-per-click firm managing Google Ads, Bing, Meta, LinkedIn, YouTube, and Local Services Ads campaigns. Campaigns include Performance Max, remarketing, and landing page optimization...
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- CRO
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- SEO
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- 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...
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- Advertising
- Digital 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
High-end website development for design-driven companies.We provide SEO, Google Ads & Social media services.We believe that a design is more than just a digital presence. It's a reflection of your brand, your values, and your story. We design the best in all aspects.Our team creates outstanding...
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- Location
- Ankara, Turkey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project 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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- SEO
- AI Development
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- Location
- Paignton, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
RankTech Ads is a specialized Google Ads agency focused on helping service-based businesses generate high-quality leads, calls, and bookings. The agency manages data-driven Google Ads campaigns, conversion tracking, landing pages, and ongoing optimization for businesses across the USA, UK, Canada, Australia...
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- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Gujranwala, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- 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...
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- Digital Marketing
- AEO
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- SEO
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- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
CrowdBoost Marketing is a full-service agency in Burbank, CA, building marketing that moves people to act since 2006. One 17-person team handles websites, SEO (including AEO and GEO for AI search), paid ads, email, social, photo, video, branding and AI consulting, so clients get the personal attention of a...
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- SEO
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- AEO
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- Location
- Burbank, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $295/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
OWDT stands as a premier web design company, branding, and marketing firm, known for its extensive range of high-quality web design, branding, and marketing solutions. Our portfolio boasts continuous, successful collaborations with renowned clients like Forbes, BP, Ocean Alexander, BMW, and the famous NRG...
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $275/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
Fastmarkit builds high-performance websites and digital experiences that convert attention into revenue. We blend design, strategy, and execution to create sites that drive measurable growth. Our team combines deep marketing expertise with creative precision to help B2B brands stand out, move fast, and scale...
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- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- PPC
- Location
- Boulder, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $275/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Falcon Rank Marketing is a trusted local SEO and digital marketing agency in Doha, Qatar, helping businesses grow online since 2023. We offer affordable local SEO services, Google Business Profile (GMB) optimization, and custom website development with responsive design. Serving restaurants, shops, and...
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- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Doha, Qatar
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $275/hr
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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- Business Consulting
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- 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
Business Entrepreneurs — providing businesses with results-driven SEO, Custom Web Design, Digital Marketing & Content Development...
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- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Web Design
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Black Sails is all about helping businesses grow. Our team of engineers, designers, and marketing experts work together to build websites, online stores, and digital marketing campaigns that really work. We're your trusted partner in the digital world...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Pyrmont, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
With years of experience serving clients in the Phoenix and Scottsdale areas, DIAP Media is a leading SEO agency specializing in Local, National, Franchise, Ecommerce, and B2B SEO. Our track record includes successful projects with businesses like TucsonSEO.com and Lifted Websites...
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- SEO
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Scottsdale, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
iFreshly Digital specializes in offering Fractional CMO services (think Part-time Chief Marketing Officer) to help mission-driven Cannabis brands, dispensaries and ancillary services get and keep customers longer through marketing strategy and leadership. We love helping your business grow!...
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- Branding
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a Leads First Pay-Per-Click Advertising Agency...
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- PPC
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Location
- Omaha, Nebraska
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a marketing agency that specializes in video production...
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- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Rochester, New Hampshire
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
SEO Perth Experts stands as a premier SEO agency in Perth, Western Australia, renowned for delivering impactful SEO solutions that drive tangible results. With a focus on professionalism and expertise, we offer comprehensive SEO services tailored to meet the unique needs of our clients...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Content Marketing
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Perth, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Illumination Marketing is an award-winning full-service media and marketing company that has helped to drive over $200 million in revenue since 2017. Illumination Marketing specializes in Search Engine Optimization, Pay-Per-Click Marketing, Videography, Website Development, and more!...
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- SEO
- Video Production
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Video Marketing
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Good At Marketing is a digital marketing agency specializing in SEO, Google Ads, Meta Ads, and Google Business Profile optimization. We help businesses grow by improving visibility, generating leads, and increasing conversions through data-driven strategies. Our expertise spans competitive industries...
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- Content Marketing
- Email Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Boynton Beach, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
320 Creative is a Minnesota-based digital agency specializing in web design, development, and web marketing including SEO. We help small businesses and nonprofits elevate their online presence with smart strategy, clean design, and measurable results. Our services also include logo design and large format...
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- Logo Design
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- Location
- Sartell, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
AdachiCompuTech.net is a full-service growth marketing agency specializing in SEO, PPC, Social Media Marketing, Email, and Content Marketing. They drive exceptional results by combining advanced strategies with cutting-edge technology to deliver measurable ROI for every client...
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- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Email Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Edison, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Most marketing agencies master one or two channels. We make all of them work together. We're a Melbourne-based creative marketing agency specializing in professional services firms and lifestyle brands ready to scale. While others focus narrowly, we've spent over 18 years understanding how digital ads, email...
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- Creative Services
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- Email Marketing
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- Location
- East Melbourne, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
ALFI is a profit-focused Amazon growth partner founded by Naeela Shah, built on real-world experience scaling and exiting successful brands. With a background in computer science and leadership experience at Toyota Canada, the agency combines strategic thinking with hands-on execution to help high-revenue...
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- Digital Services
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- 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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- Location
- St. Petersburg, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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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.
