Pay-per-click management covers campaign strategy, keyword, and audience targeting, bid management, ad creative, landing page testing, and performance reporting. Most pay-per-click services are billed either as a monthly retainer or as a percentage of ad spend, with minimum budgets on this list starting under $1,000 and hourly rates ranging from $10 to $235. The pay-per-click management companies below are ranked by verified client reviews across Google, Microsoft, Meta, and Amazon. Searching specifically for PPC agencies in the US? Start there instead.
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Merged Dental Marketing is a leading digital marketing agency in Canada that specializes in helping dental practices build their online presence. They offer a range of services including SEO, PPC, web development, and content creation...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Branding
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Our creative team will guide you through the production process to understand your goals and determine the best type of video for your message. We materialize your ideas and help you obtain results that make your business grow...
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- Video Production
- Branding
- PPC
- Video Marketing
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- Location
- Bogota, Colombia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
PAS Agency is your trusted strategic partner for all your e-commerce needs. With our expertise in advertising, account management, creative development, SEO, copywriting, catalog work, brand expansion, and brand protection, we provide comprehensive solutions to drive your online business. Partner with PAS...
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- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- Boca Raton, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We collaborate with business owners who face challenges in establishing a consistent and dependable lead generation process or those aiming to expand their client base. Our expertise lies in crafting both fully managed and partially managed sales and marketing systems, all designed to generate a steady flow...
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- Digital Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Langley, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
Hey! My name is Wes Turner, I'm an SEO expert and digital marketing strategist who is helping to businesses to grow revenue online. Understanding the backend of different CMS platforms and being able to diagnose issues is crucial for web development...
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- Web Design
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- PPC
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- Location
- Westminster, Maryland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
KazaamSEO is a digital marketing agency that originated in Hyattsville, Maryland. We provide premium services catering to businesses of diverse sizes. Employing organic methods acknowledged by search engines such as Google, we enhance your website's traffic authentically through techniques like blogs, on-page...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- eCommerce
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- Location
- Hyattsville, Maryland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
If you are in the process of building your audience and trying to take your business to the next level, then you have to be excited about the opportunities available to market your business on the internet...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Web Design
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- Location
- French Lick, Indiana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
A renowned growth marketing blog and search agency based in San Francisco, Growth Marketing Pro (GMP) specializes in crafting effective growth strategies and scaling customer acquisition for startups and tech companies. With a focus on SEO, PPC advertising, and industry best practices, GMP leverages its...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- CRO
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Bold Ink is a Vancouver-based collective of marketing and communications experts dedicated to assisting small and mid-sized businesses in forging stronger connections with their customer base. With our specialized knowledge and tailored strategies, we empower businesses to enhance their brand visibility and...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- BPO
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- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
First Spark Digital specializes in performance marketing designed to drive results and build your brand. Our approach involves delivering a 100% done-for-you paid media strategy, helping you achieve sales and revenue goals through platforms like LinkedIn, Google, and Facebook ads...
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- Social Media Marketing
- CRO
- PPC
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Welcome to VentCube! We are providing an innovative combination of strategic thinking, creative ideas, and effective execution to produce outstanding results for your business...
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- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- Daulatpur, Bangladesh
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Human focused SEO that is highly consultative and based around delivering results both in the short term and the long term. I have worked with 180+ organizations across 3 continents in the last 8 years and have delivered sustainable ranking improvements that has greatly improved the traffic and conversions...
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- SEO
- Reputation Management
- PPC
- CRO
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- Location
- Cheltenham, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Cab Engine is a digital marketing agency that fosters digital maturity and activating solutions for mid-sized to early enterprise businesses seeking accelerated growth. By building high-performance teams of specialized experts, Cab Engine drives clients' digital marketing campaigns forward, leveraging...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Alcester, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Brightvision specializes in growth marketing exclusively for B2B tech companies, providing tailored services that drive demand, nurture leads, and acquire new customers. Its expert team delivers full-funnel marketing and sales activities, including telemarketing, lead generation, and content marketing...
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- Email Marketing
- Advertising
- PPC
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Gothenburg, Sweden
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
A digital marketing agency based in Manchester, United Kingdom. We grow your business online by being, the one stop agency for all things PPC, Paid Social, SEO and more...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Manchester, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Digitally Brand Marketing Management is a Dubai-based digital agency that combines cultural insights and data-driven strategies to elevate brands in diverse markets. Specializing in multicultural marketing, media planning, influencer collaborations, and digital content creation, the agency crafts tailored...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Media Buying
- PPC
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
H and Co is a boutique marketing agency specializing in PPC, SEO, web design, and CRM for luxury retailers and contractors, helping businesses scale and track conversions effectively...
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- Web Development
- SEO
- PPC
- Web Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
KSM Consulting is a results-driven digital growth marketing agency that combines world-class creative storytelling with deep technical expertise. We specialize in content marketing, SEO, paid media, and web development, helping businesses enhance their digital presence and achieve sustainable growth. Our...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- New Brunswick, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Get found in Google Maps, Google search and AI answers and turn those searches into more booked jobs...
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- SEO
- AEO
- PPC
- Web Design
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- Location
- Parramatta, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Dominate the online world and boost your conversion rate with Hero Digital Marketing Agency's prime digital marketing services and technology platform. You will have access to your own go-to dedicated account manager who knows all the ins and outs of your local market and will help you achieve your goals and...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
SEO Crunches offers services to enhance ranking, lead generation, conversions, and search visibility. It improves and increases the website traffics quality and the number of calls your business receives with SEO services, local search marketing, search engine marketing, and PPC advertising...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Madison, Wisconsin
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Our websites are not just pretty faces, they are sales engines. We incorporate the best SEO practices, paid advertising user-friendly navigation, and compelling content to ensure your website turns casual visitors into loyal customers...
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- SEO
- Web Design
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Bristol, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Avedeo is a digital marketing agency based in Czech Republic. For us, the word “good” is not good enough. We combine data-driven approach mixed with creativity and forward thinking...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Advertising
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- Location
- Ostrava, Czech Republic
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Totalweb AS is a results-driven SEO agency specializing in technical SEO, content strategy, and conversion optimization. We help businesses enhance their online visibility, improve search rankings, and increase revenue with data-backed SEO solutions. Our expertise spans eCommerce, corporate websites, and...
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- UI/UX Design
- SEO
- PPC
- Web Design
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- Location
- Lørenskog, Norway
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
When it comes to digital marketing, the first obstacle to overcome is trust. At OTB Marketing, we pride ourselves on being honest. That's why we don't have contracts, don't charge set-up fees and make sure all of our customers own all their digital properties. That way, if you ever decide to take marketing...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Web Development
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- Location
- Berkeley Township, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Summit Point Solutions is a marketing agency out of Shelton, Connecticut, dedicated to helping local businesses grow. We specialize in Website Design, SEO, Google Ads, Meta Ads, and Social Media Marketing, crafting customized strategies that deliver real results. Our passion is empowering small businesses...
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- Web Design
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- Location
- Shelton, Connecticut
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
AdSimple is a digital marketing agency that helps businesses grow through data-driven strategies, SEO, paid advertising, and content marketing—all delivered with clarity, precision, and measurable impact...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Kyiv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $13/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
10x Leads, 10x Revenue. We do not deliver results, we deliver money. Revenue generation is our bottom line. USA's best marketing minds that guarantee success...
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- Web Development
- SEO
- PPC
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Pittsfield, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Luna is an agency that focus on helping small and micro businesses build and strengthen their online presence...
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- SEO
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- Location
- Cary, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
At Island Storm Marketing, we specialize in helping businesses grow with tailored marketing strategies. Our services include social media management, content creation, branding, SEO, paid advertising, and website design...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- PPC
- Public Relations
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- Location
- Nanaimo, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We support our clients in building a strong digital presence through strategic content that drives online growth. Founded in 2009, Hayde Digital by Pinetree is a marketing agency dedicated to helping businesses of all sizes stand out online by improving visibility, discoverability, and user experience...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Rosh Haayin, Israel
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Eat Sleep Launch Repeat is a Flagstaff, Arizona-based consulting agency that helps founders and early-stage businesses launch and scale through strategic digital marketing and growth advisory services...
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- Branding
- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Flagstaff, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Vanguard Media is a digital marketing agency and a partner for small and mid-size businesses. We turn search visibility into booked jobs with strategy-first, conversion-focused execution across SEO, web design, and PPC marketing...
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- SEO
- Web Design
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- New Westminster, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
When it comes to all things Digital Marketing, Kabod Global Resources is your choice partner. We walk side by side with our client to clearly diagnose the real problem and proffer data based solutions for transformational business growth. Looking for a partner and not just an agency, reach out to us today...
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- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
- PPC
- SEO
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- Location
- Ikeja, Nigeria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Revolution Hub is a premier web design and digital marketing agency based in Auckland, offering expert web design services, eCommerce web design, seo services, and social media marketing services. We specialize in creating responsive, user-friendly websites that not only look stunning but also drive traffic...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Auckland, New Zealand
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
10x Med Spa Marketing helps medical spas grow by turning online visibility into steady bookings. We focus on bringing in more qualified clients, strengthening your reputation, and creating long-term growth for your practice...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
KAU Media Group is a London-based, full-service digital marketing agency that delivers data-driven, performance-oriented marketing solutions to businesses across the globe. The agency specializes in paid search, paid social, SEO, e-commerce marketing, creative and video advertising, mobile-app marketing, and...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- SEO
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Smart Traffic is an award-winning digital marketing agency headquartered in Sydney, Australia, that helps businesses enhance their online presence through performance-driven strategies. The agency offers a wide range of services, including search engine optimization (SEO), pay-per-click advertising, content...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Web Development
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- Location
- Sydney, Australia
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
Houston based digital marketing service. From law to medical and home services, we deliver industry specific SEO thats built to perform. At Houston SEO, were an SEO company that guarantees results, not rankings. Each SEO professional in our company focuses on strategic implementation to help you achieve your...
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- Web Design
- PPC
- Direct Marketing
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Topo Growth is your partner for strategic and sustainable business growth. We leverage our years at Google, Meta, and DoorDash to develop, execute, and optimize marketing strategies to achieve your revenue goals...
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- Email Marketing
- eCommerce
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Mill Valley, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Sotros Infotech is a CRM implementation and revenue systems consulting firm helping B2B companies streamline sales, marketing, and automation. We specialize in HubSpot and Salesforce CRM setup, lifecycle marketing architecture, performance-driven demand generation, and AI-powered workflow optimization...
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- AI Development
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
YSH Digital Marketing is a Fort Lauderdale digital marketing agency helping businesses grow through SEO, Local SEO, PPC, website development, Shopify websites, and lead generation. Founded in 2022, we create customized strategies that improve visibility, attract qualified leads, and drive measurable business...
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- SEO
- Web Development
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Fort Lauderdale, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Platypus Digital is a London-based digital marketing agency working exclusively with UK charities. We've been charity-only since 2014 - every client, every campaign, every team member focused entirely on the sector. We're B Corp certified, independently owned, and work with some of the UK's most respected...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $140/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a creative web design agency specializing in modern, responsive, and high-performance websites. Our team focuses on user experience, clean design, and conversion optimization to help businesses grow online and stand out in competitive markets...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- PPC
- Design Services
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We bring a decade of experience and expertise orchestrating business growth and revenue for over 500+ companies like yours. We are the catalyst for digital marketing success, building industry powerhouses with our tailored solutions that drive results...
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- Content Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- California City, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
The SEO For Law Firms is a boutique SEO agency that works exclusively with law firms. We specialize in personal injury, criminal defense, family law, immigration, and bankruptcy attorney marketing. Our approach tracks what actually matters to attorneys: signed cases and revenue, not vanity metrics. Services...
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- PPC
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- Location
- Salt Lake City, Utah
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Accendo360 helps brands scale Amazon and DTC revenue through integrated Google, Meta, TikTok and Amazon ads. We identify wasted spend, unlock growth opportunities, and drive profitable, cross-channel performance...
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- Media Buying
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Advertising
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- Location
- Sheffield, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Agencity is a specialized marketing consultancy based in Brazil that focuses on real estate developers, construction companies, and land developers. The company integrates branding, performance marketing, and business intelligence to strengthen brand positioning, generate qualified leads, and improve property...
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- Location
- Itapema, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Law Firm Marketing Texas helps attorneys turn their online presence into a clearer path for prospective clients. Our Dallas-based legal marketing team combines local and technical SEO, website design, Google Ads, and practice-area content. A ByteZero Inc brand founded in December 2020, we have six employees...
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- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- 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.
