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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...
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- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Digital Marketing
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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
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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
AI software development services that help businesses scale faster, spend less and innovate more...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Texas City, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
Amsive is a data-driven performance marketing agency that enhances marketing ROI through innovative customer acquisition and engagement solutions...
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- Direct Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
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
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
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
Your one-stop solution for achieving online visibility and brand recognition. With our unparalleled expertise, we can guarantee the publication of your content on prestigious websites such as Yahoo, Webmd, Business.com, USAToday, Bing, Entrepreneur, and many other high-traffic platforms with high domain...
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- Public Relations
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- SEO
- Media Buying
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- Location
- Hyderabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Savit Interactive is a premier SEO agency based in USA. The Savit Interactive mission is to provide the most effective SEO solutions in the industry, a high-touch customer experience, deliver results and use profits to reinvest in client success, employee success and the community...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- eCommerce
- Web Development
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- Location
- Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
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
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- Location
- Agoura Hills, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
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
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
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
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
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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
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
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
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
Offering Social Media & Digital Marketing Services. Nova Zora Digital has spent years in the trenches mastering their specific trades and are ready to help grow your brand and business through a solid online presence...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Creative Services
- PPC
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Trenton, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
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
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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
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
Trust Haven Solution is a U.S.-based digital services firm founded in 2020, with a team of 50249 professionals. Specializing in web design, PPC, SEO, social media, content writing, cybersecurity, IT strategy consulting, and full-stack web and app development, the agency supports small to midsized businesses...
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- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- Managed Services
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Bakersfield, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
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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- 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
We are engaged in the development and support of websites on the Drupal 10 CMS platform. We implement both small projects and large Internet portals and solutions related to e-commerce...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Viciebsk, Belarus
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Royal Digital Agency offers various digital marketing services to help businesses establish and grow their online presence...
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- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Glendale, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
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
- SEO
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- Location
- Bristol, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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...
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- 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
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
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
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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
PIXELS TRAIL, headquartered in Delhi, India, is a prominent digital marketing agency offering a range of services including corporate branding, graphic design, website development, SEO, and social media marketing. With a focus on innovation and strategic solutions, we help businesses achieve their digital...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Delhi, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/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
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
CVAWorld Digital Marketing is committed to aiding businesses of all sizes in flourishing within the digital landscape. Our aspiration is to forge a future wherein every business and individual can access outstanding visual communication, design, and website development services that facilitate the achievement...
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Web Design
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- Location
- Sheridan, Wyoming
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $12/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
SiteJacket is a Digital Marketing Agency that specialises in Web Design/Development, Search Engine Optimisation, WordPress Servicing & Branding. We design and build websites that not only look good and work amazingly, but are actually seen by the people you want to see it - potential customers...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
- Reputation Management
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- Location
- Saint Stephen, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
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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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Print Design
- Package Design
- Digital Marketing
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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
We have 8 extensive years of experience in Digital Marketing. We help small businesses grow with successful, tailored SEO approaches...
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- Digital Services
- 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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- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Kolkata, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Microweb Global is poised to lead in web design, software development, digital marketing, and social media marketing services in Sri Lanka. With a focus on innovation and client satisfaction, we strive to deliver cutting-edge solutions tailored to meet the diverse needs of businesses in today's digital...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Nugegoda, Sri Lanka
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Rank Strikers is a digital marketing agency in London providing proven offline and online marketing methodology to startups, SMEs and eCommerce businesses. We have a team of digital marketing experts who are professionally qualified and certified. Our strategic-thinking approach thrives on creating marketing...
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- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
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...
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- 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
More than just offering solutions, we craft a branding + marketing strategy uniquely designed to meet your specific business goals...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Bay Shore, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Querytics Pvt Ltd is your digital partner, crafting tailored strategies to elevate your online presence and drive measurable results...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Email Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Mohali, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $12/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Lewal Technologies is a digital marketing agency dedicated to helping small businesses, shops, and agencies. We provide expert services in social media management, SEO, content creation, and online advertising to boost business growth and visibility...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Belfast, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
The Best Digital Marketing Agency to boost your online presence. We specialize in Web Designing, SEO, PPC, and Social Media Marketing (SMM), delivering results that drive traffic, leads, and growth. Lets give your brand in hand of the best digital marketing agency!...
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- Location
- Indianapolis, Indiana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
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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- Location
- Lebanon, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $135/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.
