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Mimvi SEO delivers unmatched SEO, PPC, Social, and Website Design services for our customers. We deliver amazing results for our customers daily, with a strong focus on ROI. Mimvi's goal is to take your ranking to the top of Google’s search results and bring in more calls, leads, and traffic...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
WestMetric is a Full-Service Performance Digital Marketing Agency based in Los Angeles, CA. Our mission is to optimize and scale your sponsored product ads on Facebook, Instagram, Google search, display, and Amazon to drive more traffic to your website, generate high-quality leads, and increase product sales...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Advertising
- PPC
- eCommerce
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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
- 5 Projects Listed
Panem Agency is a digital marketing and SEO agency with headquarters in Lviv, Ukraine and clients across the USA, EU, and Canada. The agency specializes in SEO, PPC advertising, content strategy, and AI-driven optimization for global brands...
Top Services:
- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- eCommerce
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Lviv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 25 Projects Listed
Guaranteed PPC is the pioneering PPC agency, offering unparalleled expertise and delivering exceptional results. Get in touch with us today!...
Top Services:
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Location
- Phoenix, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Bluesoft Design is an e-commerce digital marketing agency that specializes in creating & promoting stunning, high-converting Shopify websites proven to make your brand stand out amongst the crowd...
Top Services:
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- South Plainfield, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
We provide a personalized, comprehensive approach to unlocking your brand's potential, crafting tailored PPC campaigns that align with your goals and drive success. Our commitment lies in understanding your unique needs and challenges to deliver online marketing results effectively...
Top Services:
- PPC
- Location
- Rancho Cucamonga, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Founded in 2010, Web Ventures is first and foremost a direct response marketing agency with a strong focus on lead generation. In today’s world getting profitable results from your digital marketing is mostly about getting the right traffic, being able to convert it and all of this while adding value...
Top Services:
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Bucharest, Romania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 13 Projects Listed
Who are we? - We're a full-service B2B ad agency with years of experience managing campaigns on Google, LinkedIn, Reddit, Meta and other platforms.What value do we bring? - We will get you more qualified leads that convert into clients, saving your company time and money dealing with bad leads...
Top Services:
- PPC
- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Media Buying
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 16 Projects Listed
At Nett Solutions PPC, we understand that your time, resources, and budgets are limited. That's why our team of experts is here to handle the intricacies of marketing for you, allowing you to focus on what you do best...
Top Services:
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- eCommerce
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Aliso Viejo, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Kollective is a full service digital design and marketing agency specialising in the hotel, hospitality and tourism sectors...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Athens, Greece
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 39 Projects Listed
Thrive Internet Marketing Agency is an industry-leading digital marketing service provider that delivers performance-driven marketing strategies. We have generated +2.4M conversions for SEO clients and over $14.6 million in revenue for eCommerce businesses (as of 2021)...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- SEO
- Video Production
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- Location
- Arlington, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 20 Projects Listed
Krafted Digital is an award winning and internationally recognized full-service digital and growth marketing firm based out of Miami, Florida. Our firm focuses on creating custom-tailored, innovating marketing solutions backed by data and designed to help your brand soar...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- eCommerce
- Email Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Providing professional and quality web design, SEO, Social Media Marketing, and copywriting services since 2008. Visualwebz offers services locally in Seattle as well as globally...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Seattle, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Above Limits is a detail-oriented marketing agency based in Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, and EgyptWe started our journey when we experienced the reach and impact of digital marketing on brands...
Top Services:
- Media Buying
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Video Production
- Web Design
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- Location
- Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 37 Projects Listed
Nomadic Advertising specializes in helping our clients grow their brand and get more customers online. We use a variety of different strategies and methods to help our clients dominate their industry online. Our services include Website design/development, Google ad management, Facebook ad management, search...
Top Services:
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Bobo Digital is a top-tier PPC and digital marketing agency specialising in Google Ads and paid search. With over 10 years of experience, we craft customised strategies that turn clicks into customers. Trusted by businesses globally, we're committed to driving real growth and staying ahead...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Media Buying
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- Location
- Prospect, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
*The Most 5 Star Reviews in Miami* - Awarded Top 1% Digital Marketing Agency in the USA (Four Years in a Row!)...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- PPC
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Ready to be optimistic about your web presence? Online Optimism is the nation's leading agency, certified to build you an incredible website that users love. We work every day to make sure that your customers are just as excited about your brand as you are...
Top Services:
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $95/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 23 Projects Listed
Enhance your online presence, connect with your target audience, and achieve tangible business success with the proven innovative solutions of Hudson Creative, a trusted digital advertising agency for restaurants, retail, and hospitality industry...
Top Services:
- PPC
- Email Marketing
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Ignite Visibility
AI LeaderRecognized for strong visibility across AI-powered search and answer engines.Ignite Visibility, Powered by Rallio AI, is an award-winning digital marketing agency for franchise, multi-location, and enterprise brands. 600+ experts plus one proprietary AI platform, managing 50,000+ franchise locations for 2,500+ brands...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Evergreen Results is a talented team of marketing and creative experts that help outdoor recreation, health & wellness, and food & beverage brands scale growth through digital advertising, SEO, email marketing, and websites. We're insatiably focused on results because ultimately that's what matters...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- SEO
- Email Marketing
- Web Development
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- Location
- Evergreen, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
At DCM Moguls, our dental PPC strategies guarantee monthly inflow of qualified clients. We optimize PPC to tap into those keen on your dental services. Under the stewardship of Tim Healy, a two-decade marketing veteran, our customized strategies ensure every dollar invested yields a fruitful return...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Thousand Oaks, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Services we offer include: SEO (Search Engine Optimization), PPC (Pay Per Click) Management, Website Development & Design, Content and Mobile Marketing Strategy, Email Marketing, Sales Optimization ( Conversion Rate Optimization, Affiliate Marketing, Online Presence Analysis), and much more!...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- WordPress Website Design
- PPC
- CRO
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- Location
- Carlsbad, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Maximize the potential of your Google Ads account in 3 months or less with a team Of PPC Specialists 100% focused on putting dollars in your pocket...
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- PPC
- Advertising
- eCommerce
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Fort Wayne, Indiana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Vivid Software Solutions is a creative website design company offering web design, SEO and web development services in San Diego...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
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- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $77/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Bop Design is a Woman owned B2B marketing and web design firm. We specialize in creating holistic marketing strategies that include B2B web design & development, content marketing, social media, SEO, logo design, branding and marketing collateral...
Top Services:
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
We're a full service web design and development company. You will work with a project manager, designer and developer to ensure all aspects of your website exceed your expectations. Our goal is to improve the user experience on hyour site and drive more leads and sales for your business.The Media Captain is...
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- Web Design
- PPC
- Advertising
- Email Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Columbus, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
FutureManagement is a full-service online marketing agency operating from Debrecen and Balatonfüred, Hungary. Founded in 2016, the agency runs paid media, web design and development, brand identity and employer branding with a team of 28 specialists...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- PPC
- Graphic Design
- CRO
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Debrecen, Hungary
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 24 Projects Listed
Everything your brand needs to maximize its potential on Amazon and other emerging marketplaces. We combine supply chain capabilities with creative services, giving our brands control of their message and access to their customers...
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- Advertising
- PPC
- eCommerce
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Vancouver, Washington
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
SLTC is an award-winning, female-led, strategy-driven growth agency that excels in active listening. We partner with consumer product brands that genuinely care about purpose and growth, ensuring that their voices shape our strategies every step of the way...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- SEO
- Branding
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 16 Projects Listed
Spectrum BPO is a US-based, leading full-service eCommerce growth agency, serving 500+ eCommerce brands and growing. We specialize in providing a One-Stop Solution to help Amazon and Multi-channel sellers launch, grow, and manage scalable and profitable businesses...
Top Services:
- SEO
- eCommerce
- PPC
- Design Services
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Richardson, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $8/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Tusk Creative Studios is a digital firm based in Newport Beach, California that focuses on expanding local businesses' internet presence in order to help those businesses realize their full online potential. We provide services in the areas of website building, search engine optimization (SEO), branding...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
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- Location
- Newport Beach, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
IntuitSolutions is an Elite BigCommerce Partner offering custom BigCommerce web design solutions to meet the unique needs of each business. Our experienced in-house team, based in Philadelphia, includes skilled e-commerce designers, programmers, project managers, and SEO professionals...
Top Services:
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- PPC
- SEO
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- Location
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Custom marketing strategies and design solutions created to fit your specific business needs - no pressure, no up-selling, no nonsense. Just full transparency in both our pricing and our results - all geared toward growing your brand and your business...
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- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Branding
- PPC
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- Location
- Bradenton, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
As a 100% onshore team, we focus on growing our clients' businesses online through an effective web presence, strategic SEO, and targeted PPC...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Temecula, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
With over 9+ years of experience and 1000+ happy clients, we commit ourselves to your growth. Our team of 85+ of digital marketing experts has delivered:1. 493.37% Increase In Conversions2. 140.91% Increase In Purchases3. 702.60% Increase In Conversion Value4. 180.50% Increase In New Users...
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- Digital Marketing
- Public Relations
- IT Services
- UI/UX Design
- Software Testing
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- Location
- Mohali, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 32 Projects Listed
AMZ Optimized accelerates FBA business growth by providing comprehensive solutions more efficiently and cost-effectively than training an employee or building a team. Our expertise ensures rapid and sustainable expansion for your business...
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- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
Since 2017, Gidds Media has worked with clients to translate their business and their passion into an online presence. They've helped scores of businesses within a wide array of industries stand out from their competition using modern digital marketing strategies. Gidds Media specializes in website design and...
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- PPC
- Media Buying
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Daniel James Consulting is a New Yorkbased business consulting and marketing firmredefining how modern companies grow. We blend strategy, creativity, and executioninto one cohesive framework helping brands scale with precision and presence...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Montrose, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Moburst is a digital & creative full-service, mobile-first marketing agency that helps companies to scale and become category leaders. From Fortune 1000 brands to startups our key clients: Google, Uber, Samsung, Discovery, Dunkin', Robinhood. Playtika, Gett, Fiverr, Pfizer, Nielsen, Sony, Reddit, Dropbox...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- Media Buying
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 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
Cubicuz Solutions: Dedicated to enhancing marketing ROI, we champion growth and a robust competitive edge for companies through Google Ads. We're not just marketers; we're your ROI advocates...
Top Services:
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- PPC
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- Location
- Lewes, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 14 Projects Listed
Sky SEO Digital works with a diverse range of clients from a variety of sectors. Our marketing gurus are ready to assist you in establishing a marketing strategy that will propel your company forward. Our services include a thorough consultation to assist in identifying gaps and possibilities and developing a...
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- SEO
- Reputation Management
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
At Progressive Digital, we believe that every business deserves a strong online presence, and we are dedicated to helping our clients achieve that goal...
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Web Development
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- Location
- Princeton, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Nice Digital Studio is your premier digital agency! We will elevate your business's online visibility to your potential customers...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 42 Projects Listed
Inweb is a data-driven performance marketing agency focused on efficiency and measurable growth...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Odesa, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
For more than 15 years, Big Buzz has helped senior living marketing and sales teams attract move-in-ready leads to achieve 100% occupancy, grow and scale...
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- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- PPC
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 29 Projects Listed
Ascendance is a results-driven digital marketing firm located in San Diego that was launched in 2015. We are not your usual agency that costs a lot for a little amount of work. While some may argue that "you get what you pay for," this is not always the case in our field. Asher Stefani, our founder, founded...
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- SEO
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- PPC
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Chula Vista, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 38 Projects Listed
Melbourne's leading digital marketing agency, SIXGUN's innovative techniques and strategies are constructed for meaningful connections between you and your customers. These drive traffic to unlock your ambition...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- CRO
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- Location
- Melbourne, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
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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.
