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We're a specialist digital analytics, CRO, SEO & PPC agency. We are industry-leading experts in the Google Marketing platform - most specifically Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager, Looker Studio, BigQuery & Google Ads...
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- CRO
- eCommerce
- Content Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Bristol, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
VentureStudios is a digital marketing and production company focused on one thing: moving the needle. We work behind the scenes to plan campaigns, shape messaging, run ads, and execute with clarity online and on the ground...
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- Creative Services
- Video Production
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- Location
- Singapore, Singapore
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
WEBITMD is a Growth Marketing + Sales Development Agency with extensive expertise in tech-driven solutions, aiming to help businesses achieve their growth ambitions through our amazing combination of marketing strategy and web engineering. For over 12 years now, we've been striving towards this goal from our...
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- PPC
- Content Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
eBoost Consulting helps great companies grow through search and social paid advertising. Since 2005 our team of digital marketing experts has been running highly successful digital marketing campaigns with a focus on innovation, results and customer satisfaction...
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- Advertising
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- El Segundo, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Earthryse is a communications firm based out of Columbus, Ohio. We help with everything from investor pitch-decks to customer brochures. Primarily focused on the tech industry...
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- Print Design
- Public Relations
- Content Marketing
- Design Services
- PPC
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- Location
- Columbus, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Experience the elegance of simplified technology with Ruby Shore Software. We offer custom software development, captivating website design and expert digital media management. Simplify complexity with sophisticated software solutions...
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- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Shreveport, Louisiana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Storyteller Media stands as a comprehensive digital solutions provider, seamlessly integrating the expertise of an SEO agency with the proficiency of dedicated web design and publishing divisions. Our multifaceted approach is anchored in delivering strategic and innovative solutions that transcend traditional...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- PPC
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Antigonish, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Page One Digital acts as collaborative experts for all of your digital marketing needs. We're your digital marketing, SEO, and social media marketing agency all rolled into one. Our services are centered around these tools to help your business thrive in today's market...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Fort Lauderdale, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Made Right Media focuses on doing things that actually move the needle. Services include research and strategy, branding and creative, website design and development, SEO, and Google Ads. Made Right Media has a long list of clients from a broad range of industries, and have deep expertise in anything...
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- Digital Strategy
- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Boise, Idaho
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Electric Web Services propels your business into the digital spotlight with cutting-edge SEO, bespoke web design, and strategic digital marketing. Our expert team crafts tailored solutions that boost visibility, engage audiences, and drive growth. Transform your online presence with us today!...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- Ormond Beach, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
BrillianceNW is a Portland-based digital agency specializing in web development, SEO, and digital marketing solutions. We empower businesses to grow by transforming websites into lead-generating platforms...
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- Digital Services
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Portland, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Driller Design Co. is a Tulsa-based digital marketing and web design agency specializing in growth-focused marketing systems for service-based businesses. The agency combines web design, SEO, branding, Google Ads, and print solutions to help businesses generate leads, improve visibility, and build scalable...
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- SEO
- Web Development
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Built on faith and guided by conviction, Alto Ember helps brands grow with clarity and creative strength. We deliver strategy, messaging, websites, and content with integrity and excellence, creating marketing that resonates, builds trust, and endures...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Digital Services
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Fountain Inn, South Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Werkbot understands the power of owning digital space. Our incredible team of talented creatives is dedicated to helping businesses build online assets that set them apart from the competition. With years of experience and a dedication to offering unparalleled customer service, our firm puts passion before...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Content Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Erie, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Whether its the life-sucking Google Beast, the unpredictable Meta Monster, or the wiley lil Wordpress, well help you get these creatures under control! Your online presence is too complicated...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Business Consulting
- Managed Services
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- Location
- Lebanon, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $135/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
The Knowledge Group, Inc. was founded by D. Roger Maves in 1998. Since then our company has served many businesses, large and small, across the United States and around the world including Europe, Asia, Australia, Canada, Mexico and Central America...
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- SEO
- Email Marketing
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Bailey, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Interactive Design Solutions is a website design and marketing agency located in greater Toledo, Ohio. Let's talk about your goals. Never wavering from our core values, we build websites and create marketing plans that accomplish exactly what our clients need. Nothing more, and nothing less...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Waterville, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
From initial research and strategic thinking to brand creation, platform building, creative design, and omni-channel campaign execution, Springfed works as a full-service partner to produce the best results, period...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Branding
- Print Design
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- Location
- Collingwood, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At Rave Digital, we deliver tailored eCommerce solutions with expertise in Magento, Adobe Commerce, Shopify Plus, Woo Commerce & more. From platform selection to launch, we ensure every solution aligns with your business goals...
Top Services:
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Parkland, Florida
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
We customize a marketing plan for your small business. Put it in action. And make sure it works...
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- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Branding
- SEO
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Pflugerville, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Afef Ayed has driven over $80 million in revenue for global clients, focusing on the US, UK, France, and the Middle East. With a certified touch, Afef ensures a minimum x8 ROI, dedicated to fueling companies' growth and scalability...
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- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- CRO
- Media Buying
- eCommerce
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- Location
- Toulouse, France
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 15 Projects Listed
CustomCreatives is an Agoura Hills, California based full-service digital marketing and graphic design agency founded in 2004. The firm specializes in delivering integrated branding, web development, SEO, PPC, social media advertising, and display marketing solutions for small to mid-sized businesses and...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- Agoura Hills, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Vazooky Digital is a boutique PPC advertising agency, based in Australia. We provide data-driven digital marketing for small to medium sized businesses...
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- PPC
- eCommerce
- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Dee Why, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are offering digital marketing and SEO services for Brisbane businesses...
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- Digital Services
- Design Services
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Brisbane, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
At Clicktap Digital, we pride ourselves on being one of the top digital marketing companies in Dubai, dedicated to driving your business growth with, end-to-end solutions.we are here to turn your vision into reality and drive your business forward...
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
We're a hard-working, approachable, and fanatically dedicated SEO and PPC agency based in the River City of Brisbane. Since 2018 we've been helping Australian businesses win more traffic, leads, and sales through our multi-channel digital marketing campaigns and have a flawless 5-star review track record...
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- SEO
- CRO
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Brisbane, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
ODM World is a Performance Marketing Agency that cuts through the clutter and complexity often found in the digital marketing landscape. Our goal is to partner closely with our clients, empowering them to achieve significant growth online through tailor-made strategies and relentless execution...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Montreal, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Ciente.io is a Dubai-based B2B demand generation and Advertising agency in Dubai that helps technology companies, SaaS providers, and enterprise brands accelerate revenue growth through high-quality lead acquisition and performance-driven marketing strategies...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Media Buying
- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Serving small business in coastal communities since 2,000. A one-stop-shop, OurWebmaster does most everything in-house or will have a resource available to supply your need. OurWebmaster utilizes both commercial and open-source software to accomplish customer objectives...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Portland, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We use behavioral science to build digital marketing strategies and technology for today's most innovative companies! 10 ODM is a performance marketing company that is here to help you with your business goals. We design and create the perfect strategy that can bring your business to the next level. From...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Content Marketing
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Hyderabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Digital Anchor is a San Diego web systems studio for small businesses, nonprofits, and growing teams. We rebuild dated websites, take over WordPress installs nobody wants to touch, and keep search rankings intact through the move. After launch, we stay on as the people you call when something breaks...
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- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Amberd Design Studio is the perfect choice for all your digital marketing and design needs. We have received awards from Los Angeles's Department of Cultural Affairs and recognition from the Chamber of Commerce as one of LA's best website development companies. Amberd guarantees success every time...
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- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Cincy SEO has been helping local businesses get real results ever since. Offering an unbeatable 90-day satisfaction guaranteed - or it's free - our comprehensive range of digital marketing services will help your online business soar to new heights! From website design to SEO and PPC in the tri-state area –...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Location
- Cincinnati, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Locals Talk is a modern digital marketing agency offering tailored strategies to elevate businesses in competitive markets. From SEO and PPC to content creation and social media, the agency provides comprehensive solutions to help clients maximize their return on investment. Backed by a global network of...
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- Content Marketing
- PPC
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
If you need help managing the performance of your company's web presence, then we encourage you to meet with us. We believe that you will value our knowledge, insight, professionalism, and expertise...
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- Digital Marketing
- Digital Strategy
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Ashburn, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $95/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
We have been creating and executing next-level digital marketing results for small and medium-sized businesses since 2001! With over 40 different services, TechWyse will deliver high-quality assets that produce revenue-generating leads...
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- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
- CRO
- UI/UX Design
- PPC
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Personalized websites for YOU and no one else! Big Star Production Group is a Los Angeles woman-owned creative agency that specializes in creating personalized website design that captures your personality and also ranks in Google search. Designed by Big Star Production Group, your brand will blossom into...
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- Web Design
- PPC
- SEO
- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Marketing is not a one-size-fits-all approach even in the same industry. We customize an omnichannel strategy that works for you and your company. Our main focus is performance marketing; lead generation and performance tracking. We create marketing plans, budgets, PPC and social campaigns and we track...
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- Digital Strategy
- CRO
- Social Media Marketing
- Email Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Red Bank, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Long Drive Marketing is a full-service digital marketing agency and division of Long Drive Group. We build marketing engines for businesses, nonprofits, and motorsports organizations across the U.S. from four offices in Nashville, Franklin, Washington DC, and Cheyenne. Our team delivers strategy consulting...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Web Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Franklin, Tennessee
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $72/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Toronto's award-winning web design & digital marketing agency, turning websites into growth since 2008 1,000+ projects, 30+ awards...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Maple Web Design is a Canadian web design and SEO service provider dedicated to creating visually appealing and highly functional websites. Specializing in tailored solutions that enhance online visibility and user experience, Maple Web Design helps businesses grow and succeed in the digital landscape...
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- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- North Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
YouDigiLab is a Web Design Company, where digital innovation meets stunning design. We specialize in crafting customized, responsive websites that captivate and convert...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Logo Design
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Great Impressions stands as a premier full-service advertising and marketing agency in Central Florida, proudly situated in Tampa, Lakeland, and Winter Haven. Our success stems from exceptional customer service, strategic expertise, and solutions exceeding client expectations delivering results that speak for...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Winter Haven, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We have 8 extensive years of experience in Digital Marketing. We help small businesses grow with successful, tailored SEO approaches...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Quezon, Philippines
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
IndoAge is a leading digital marketing agency in India, dedicated to providing customized strategic solutions for businesses. Our focus is on delivering ROI-driven digital marketing strategies tailored to specific industries, addressing their unique needs. We specialize in boosting online presence, attracting...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Kolkata, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We accelerate your growth with solutions that truly engage your customers, from brand discovery to closing the deal. Our full-service digital marketing covers everything your company needs...
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- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
No .1 Amazon Book Publishing Service in the UK providing Book related services at affordable cost...
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- Audio Production
- Digital Services
- Reputation Management
- Print Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Salford, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 1000 & Up
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We are a full service AD agency to share, curate and discover ad techniques that tell your story. Our services cover strategy and branding, identity design, visual communication, POS marketing, package design and results driven digital marketing...
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- Branding
- Print Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Eger, Hungary
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
A completely AI SEO focused agency that exists to help you ensure your SEO and digital footprint stands out for all the right reasons...
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- SEO
- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- WordPress Website Design
- PPC
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- Location
- Bracknell, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Elevate your business with Web Trending Solutions! Specializing in bespoke website design, SEO, digital marketing, and expert accounting and tax services, we empower your growth in Washington and nationwide. Focus on your strengths; let us manage the complexities. Join us to redefine success...
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- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Tacoma, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/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.
