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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O2 is a web development company in Australia acknowledged in the industry for on-time deliverable capabilities. The company design, develop and re-design your website in accordance with the latest trends that drive growth for your business...
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- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Video Marketing
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- Location
- Drummoyne, Australia
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Chain Reaction is a digital marketing agency, based in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Amman. Found in 2010, Chain Reaction is specialised in Search Engine Optimization, Search Engine Marketing, Social Media Marketing and Management, Website Development and more...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Content Marketing
- PPC
- eCommerce
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Thevisiontech builds Shopify and eCommerce websites, apps, and marketing strategies with fast delivery and hands-on support. Trusted by boutiques, D2C brands, and growing online stores that want a responsive, reliable partner...
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- eCommerce Development
- SEO
- Web Design
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Hubbardston, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
This Los Angeles based company is not your average web design and marketing company, LiveWebMedia is an avant-garde web and interactive media agency founded in 1998 in Southern California...
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- eCommerce
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Web Design
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- Location
- Laguna Beach, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
Mad Marketing continues to identify, optimize, and grow various sales channels for its clients. By having an in-depth understanding of the multiple channels available to online stores, Mad Marketing has proven itself to be more than a 1-trick pony. By identifying the low hanging fruit, we can make progress...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Email Marketing
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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
AFFIRM is a full-service marketing agency in Pewaukee, Wisconsin that provides strategic solutions to local, regional and national clients...
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
- PPC
- SEO
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- Location
- Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Power Marketing is a website design & development and digital marketing firm that was founded in 1992. Although we have experience in a variety of industries, our primary clientele is homebuilders, contractors, real estate, and home services...
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- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Branding
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- Location
- Nashville, Tennessee
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Metapixel is a boutique web design, app development and digital marketing agency located in Boise, Idaho. Metapixel specializes in Wordpress web design, hybrid app design, and white-hat digital marketing...
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- Web Design
- Advertising
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Boise, Idaho
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Bringing the world of digital strategy and content together for clients with clear, measurable results...
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- Email Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Birmingham, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
We are Mayfly Internet Marketing - an award winning Liverpool based Web Design and Digital Inbound Marketing agency...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Email Marketing
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Liverpool, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
The prestigious reputation of Donahue Consulting is due to its experience in strategy, technology, education, and marketing. Our track record speaks for itself, as proven by the large number of pleased clients and enduring connections we've cultivated over the years. Don't just work with any old design...
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- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Media Buying
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- Location
- Fortitude Valley, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $180/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
DigitalGrowthUs is an IT service provide in US. The company is professionally structured to provide SEO Services, Social Media Marketing, PPC Advertising, and Email Marketing, Graphic Designing, Logo Creation...
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- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Cottleville, Missouri
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
RTL Digital Media offers a number of solutions to help you make people adore your brand as much as you do. We understand that excellent branding is a combination of good processes and strong graphic execution. Our designers have designed or reinvented branding packages for both large and small...
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- SEO
- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Kennesaw, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Verbena Contents our clients finding the right way to connect with client using a 360 degrees marketing approach. We love to use combination of digital and traditional communication strategies to generate new leads and nurture those that are already acquired...
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- SEO
- PPC
- Media Buying
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- Location
- Brindisi, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Wahha Design is a full digital marketing agency. Our main focus is to help companies grow through SEO, PPC, and an authentic branding experience...
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- Content Marketing
- Advertising
- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Wilmington, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $145/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Ayokay is a unique, collaborative team of professionals with various skills, including web development, graphic design, and social media. Our collective experience ranges from public health to e-commerce, enabling us to craft custom marketing strategies for clients in any sector – government organizations...
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- Email Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Indianapolis, Indiana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Innovative Advertising makes marketing magic happen. Our agency boldly reaches clients across the Southeast - from Louisiana to North Carolina and everywhere in between! We specialize in everything under the sun: advertising, branding, media services... you name it. Don't just take our word for it though;...
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- PPC
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Mandeville, Louisiana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We offer a combination of data, technology and user psychology that helps our customers reach new heights online. With us by your side, you can achieve extraordinary success. Let's talk today!...
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- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
TKG is a digital marketing agency devoted to delivering high value for our clients. We start off by honing in on the smart strategies and powerful branding that establishes identity, sets objectives and captures attention. Then comes the fun part - utilizing an array of tools from web design to content...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
- PPC
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- North Canton, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
GRO Marketing is a one-stop shop for marketing needs, from digital to creative services. Our clients encompass both local and national businesses in 105 US markets focused on student housing, healthcare, retail e-commerce and entertainment industries...
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- PPC
- SEO
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- Location
- Detroit, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Greenlight is a powerhouse digital agency with an impressive track record of award-winning work. From paid search and shopping to creative design and analytics - our services cover the full spectrum of marketing needs for brands! Our expertise has seen successful projects delivered in over 30 countries;...
Top Services:
- Content Marketing
- Affiliate Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- CRO
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
East Coast Catalyst is a digital consulting business based in Boston, Massachusetts. We specialize in aiding companies to create, construct and upgrade the digital initiatives that give them the edge over their rivals. Our core services are digital strategy, digital design, and digital marketing...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Branding
- PPC
- CRO
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- Location
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
Business Optimizer's digital marketing expertise helps small and medium-sized businesses achieve their online goals. From creating an eye-catching logo to designing a streamlined website, our team offers specialized services from web design/development to business consulting. We also provide ongoing support...
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- SEO
- Advertising
- CRO
- PPC
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Jefferson City, Tennessee
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Geist Studio is the result of over a decade of lived experience. A London-based team united by a shared belief of doing whats right, not whats easy. Working between strategy and creative, we take brands beyond the physical, bringing them closer to the people that matter...
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- Content Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
- PPC
- SEO
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
At iEdit Network, we are the key to expanding your business online. Let our custom-made marketing strategies help you unlock a stream of high-quality leads for products and services that will supercharge growth!...
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- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Clemmons, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Swyft is more than your average marketing and PR agency. We provide B2B tech clients with the experience of industry veterans to help them reach new heights in their brand goals. Our extensive international network gives us a global presence unlike any other from right here in Austin. Speed up growth with our...
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- Affiliate Marketing
- CRO
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Softwired is an all-encompassing digital agency offering services that span the entire web spectrum. Founded in 2006 with a specialty for building websites, Softwired has since evolved to become your go-to solution provider for SEO, marketing and software development. Regardless of what you need help with...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- PPC
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Bellingham, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Five Media specializes in creating quality content and productive SEO strategies for websites. The company has a long-standing history in the advertising field and is committed to providing its expertise to its clients...
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- Advertising
- Email Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Kyiv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Lab Coat Marketing was founded on the principle of incorporating data and experimentation into digital marketing. In a market cluttered with outdated practices and superficial reporting, we stand out as a marketing partner that aligns our efforts with your business goals...
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- Content Marketing
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- CRO
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- Location
- Tucson, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Unlock the power of SEO in 2024 for your Cape Town business with Micky's Marketing - Cape Town. Tailored strategies for diverse industries, proven to enhance online presence, engage local customers, and drive growth in the Mother City of Cape Town...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
- CRO
- PPC
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- Location
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Momentum supports small local businesses in improving their Google rankings through strategic SEO solutions. By implementing tailored optimization techniques, the agency enhances online visibility and search performance. This ultimately drives increased website traffic and attracts more customers...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1000/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Elevate your digital presence with Mindshare Consulting Inc, Austin's premier agency for digital marketing, web design, and advertising. Unlock growth, engage audiences, and achieve remarkable results with our expertise...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
- PPC
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are OrangeSprocket, a Digital Branding, Marketing and Web Design Agency founded in 2005.We are based in New Brunswick, Canada...
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- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Logo Design
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Fredericton, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Advanced programming, hosting, e-mail, webdesign, SEO and PPC. All in one solution...
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- SEO
- Graphic Design
- PPC
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Hinnerup, Denmark
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $112/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At STOLBER Digital, we focus on efficiency to drive value. We follow the 80/20 principle and apply it to all of our systems and processes. We don't do things just to look good or be active; we focus on the things that matter. We have extensive experience in the SEO world...
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- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Stillwater, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/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
Online presence is essential to sell your services or products. Without a well-functioning, trendy website, without measuring your data or doing active social marketing, your high-quality offerings might be hidden from the target audience. We can help you to have a professional appearance on every popular...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- Debrecen, Hungary
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
KARAMAN Digital distinguishes itself as a Google Partner Agency specializing in the iGaming, Betting, and Fintech sectors. As growth architects, we design customized strategies that yield tangible profits in regulated markets, with a proven track record featuring collaborations with industry leaders such as...
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- CRO
- Media Buying
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Osijek, Croatia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
An all-in-one marketing agency, specialising in content-driven and performance-based marketing and advertising for B2B & B2C e-commerce and non-e-commerce companies. We help businesses to drive leads and generate sales to increase revenues...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Email Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Specta serves as a comprehensive solution for all your online marketing requirements, excelling in various domains such as online advertising, social media marketing, email campaigns, Google, and YouTube Ads. As a market leader, we offer expertise across diverse digital channels to optimize your online...
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- Location
- Zagreb, Croatia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
At Core Conversion, we prioritize bottom-line results over rankings, drawing on over 13 years of expertise to provide transparent and affordable agency-quality SEO solutions for local and international businesses. Our focus is on delivering tangible results that drive business growth and success...
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- Web Development
- SEO
- CRO
- PPC
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- Location
- Biñan, Philippines
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are growth-obsessed, and we let data drive our decisions.As a holistic and radically results-oriented performance marketing agency, we support eCommerce businesses with strong growth goals to reach the next level of impact. Nailing growth takes time and experimentation. If you need a quick win, we are...
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- Location
- Sofia, Bulgaria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
From funded start-ups to small and medium businesses, we help businesses find their ideal customers, and grow their revenue. Your brand is so much more than your visual identity; learning how to connect with your target audience is the key to converting them into paying clients. The Birr boost will help you...
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- Location
- Fernie, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Noice Marketing is a full-service marketing and digital branding agency based in Vancouver, Canada. At Noice, we specialize in developing strong brands by combining our expertise across web design, SEO, social media marketing and advertising to help you reach your goals...
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- Web Design
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- Digital Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At digitalamy.net, our value lies in our commitment to your success. We understand that in today's digital age, standing out is essential. That's why we offer more than just services; we offer solutions tailored to your unique needs...
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- Location
- Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
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- $1,000 - $10,000
We are SunerGarcia. We are an innovative digital marketing agency that focuses on building around technology and consumer experience. We build exciting brand experiences for our clients. Our team is a fine assortment of movers and shakers, creatives, designers, planners, tech enthusiast, and all around hard...
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- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
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- $1,000 - $10,000
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- Location
- Melbourne, Australia
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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- Orlando, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
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- Under $1,000
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- Number of Employees
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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.


















































