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NH Strategic Marketing is a Top Rated Digital Marketing Agency specializing in Website Design & Development, Google Ads, SEO, and Google Business Profile Services for Small Businesses across NH, MA, ME & VT. Since 2012, we have helped businesses increase their online visibility, attract more qualified leads...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Concord, New Hampshire
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Marketing agency exclusively serving restoration and remediation contractors. Services: SEO, PPC advertising, web design, social media marketing, Google Maps optimization, review management...
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- PPC
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Hanover, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Freedom Marketing Group is a performance marketing agency focused on customer acquisition, lead generation, and inbound calls. We help businesses connect with high-intent consumers through data-driven advertising, optimized campaigns, and scalable marketing strategies. Our experience includes Medicare, ACA...
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- Media Buying
- PPC
- Advertising
- Direct Marketing
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- Location
- California, Maryland
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Ex-Amazonian boutique team for Amazon account growth. Limited roster, waste-first PPC, full-account ownership. Health and Household, CPG, Sports. Proof on amzinsightly.com. Book a coffee-style strategy call...
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- eCommerce
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Furqan SEO helps Iowa businesses improve search visibility, generate qualified leads, and build SEO-friendly websites designed for growth...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- West Des Moines, Iowa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
M Zee is an independent marketing and growth agency led by Mohammed Fawzee, with marketing experience since 2017. We help companies and online stores in Saudi Arabia, the UAE and Egypt build a steady marketing system instead of one-off campaigns: growth strategy, paid advertising, content and social media...
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- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Alexandria, Egypt
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Innovix Code Inc is a trusted supplier of digital solutions with a focus on web design, mobile app development, and other associated services. High-performance solutions that meet your company's unique requirements are the focus of our knowledgeable staff. Our services include developing mobile apps...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- PPC
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We Deliver Top-Notch SEO and Digital Marketing Solutions for All Industries...
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- SEO
- PPC
- eCommerce
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Dehradun, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Matrix Public Relations is an award winning independant boutique Public Relations, Crisis Communications & Social Media Agency based in UAE!We specialise in providing strategic PR counsel and services to help our clients enhance their brand equity and corporate reputation in the region.As a boutique Public...
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- SEO
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $450/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Prime Marketing Experts provides a broad variety of marketing, business, and website building services to help companies more effectively bring in, convert, and keep customers...
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- Email Marketing
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Burlington, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Webociti offers digital marketing programs and services to help businesses gain a competitive advantage in the online landscape...
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- Content Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Email Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $155/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
My Digital Agents provide digital marketing solutions for small local businesses to connect with customers and compel them to call or visit their location. Includes time-saving online software applications for boosting online search visibility and reaching more customers by managing online reputation, local...
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- Location
- Eden Prairie, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Workflow automation, software integrations, and AI tools built around the way contractors and service businesses actually work...
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- PPC
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- Location
- Sanford, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $160/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
INARI Digital is a behaviour-led growth marketing agency that architects, runs and optimises full-funnel marketing ecosystems...
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
We simplify marketing for growth-focused brands combining strategic insight, expert execution, and trusted agency partnerships to deliver results you can measure...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- eCommerce
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Fort Deposit, Alabama
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Dirigo Creative is a Raleigh-based digital marketing and SEO agency helping businesses grow their online visibility through ethical, results-driven strategies...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- PPC
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Raleigh , North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Roots Marketing provides design, web development, paid media, and managed hosting services tailored to help businesses grow. Our team is committed to delivering thoughtful strategy and measurable results through every stage of your digital presence...
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- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Email Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Grand Rapids, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
B2B Google Ads, SEO and lead generation agency Singapore-based B2B inbound marketing consultancy, a Google, Meta, Linkedin, HubSpot and Notion Partner. We build operating systems for how complex B2B actually buys with offices in Singapore & Malaysia...
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- Digital Strategy
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- SEO
- Media Buying
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- Location
- Singapore, Singapore
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Tech Turtle Marketing LLC is a digital marketing agency that helps service businesses grow through website design, local SEO, Google Ads management, Google Business Profile optimization, lead generation systems, landing page development, and digital marketing consulting. We specialize in helping contractors...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Strategy
- Reputation Management
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- Location
- Wausau, Wisconsin
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Appnector is a digital growth agency focused on helping businesses strengthen their online presence, increase revenue, and engage their audiences. The company combines digital marketing, sales automation, website development, and app development to provide businesses with tailored digital solutions...
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- AEO
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Arlington, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Equestrian marketing agency from Bratislava, run by a rider who knows show grounds, stables and premium clientele first-hand. We build brands, websites and booking systems, run Meta, Google and TikTok campaigns and shoot photo and video for riders, stables, equestrian brands and events. Every project starts...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Branding
- PPC
- SEO
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Bratislava, Slovakia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We promise to provide our customers with world-class, fully managed Digital Presence management services that exceed their expectations...
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- SEO
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Altamonte Springs, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
I help small service businesses and immigration law firms get more clients with websites, funnels, SEO, and ads, in English and Spanish. Based in San Francisco and working solo since 2011, so when you hire Brimar, you work directly with me...
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- Web Development
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At Sedi Digital Precision, our expertise lies in crafting data-driven campaigns that are tailored to your unique needs, ensuring your success in the digital landscape. We place a strong emphasis on fostering collaborative partnerships, working closely with you to bring your vision to fruition and achieve...
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- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Nairobi, Kenya
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
AP Tech is a web design and marketing agency located in Oklahoma City. We proudly support clients in all types of industries with personable and custom websites, SEO campaigns, video, branding and more!...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- Logo Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At Geografixx Inc. web design and marketing agency, we understand the unique needs of businesses in Pembroke Pines and the surrounding area. We specialize in creating custom websites that are tailored to your specific business goals and target audience. Our talented web designers will develop and design a...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Pembroke Pines, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
TmatNetwork is a results-driven digital agency offering expert SEO, web design, and marketing strategies to boost online visibility and business growth...
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- Digital Marketing
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Lagos, Nigeria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Heads on Pillows increases directs of your travel and accommodation businesses through tailored tourism digital marketing campaigns...
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Carlton, Australia
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
TMD combines web design, SEO, Google Ads, CRM automation, and analytics to help Adelaide businesses and property developers generate more leads, improve follow-up, and grow faster...
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- Video Production
- Video Marketing
- SEO
- Web Design
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Kensington Park, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
hiagency is an elite digital marketing partner specializing in high-performance SEO and Answer Engine Optimization (AEO). We bridge the gap between traditional search rankings and the future of AI-driven discovery. Our mission is clear: ensure your brand isnt just found on Google, but actively recommended by...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- AEO
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- Location
- Gladesville, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Teerdox Technologies is a dynamic agency launched in 2025, specializing in high-performance web development and data-driven digital marketing solutions. We build scalable, modern websites and execute tailored growth strategies that help businesses excel online...
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Web Design
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Abuja, Nigeria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
California Lawfirm SEO is a digital marketing agency specializing exclusively in search engine optimization (SEO) services for attorneys and law firms across California. The agency helps legal practices improve organic search visibility, achieve first-page Google rankings, and attract prospective clients...
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- AEO
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Adoro is a marketing agency and AI creative studio based in Vienna, Austria, specialising in AI-powered content production, digital advertising, social media marketing, and marketing automation. The agency combines AI-generated creative production with paid advertising, allowing it to produce content and...
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- Video Production
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- Vienna, Austria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $130/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Aaron Knight is a Sydney-based freelance web designer and developer with over 13 years of experience building custom, SEO-ready websites for Australian businesses. Specialising in WordPress, Shopify and WooCommerce, Aaron handles design, development, SEO and Google Ads personally no account managers, no...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- AEO
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- Location
- Dover Heights, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
En WebYa! somos una agencia especializada en el diseño y desarrollo de páginas web modernas, rápidas y optimizadas para motores de búsqueda. Creamos sitios web corporativos y landing pages enfocados en ayudar a las empresas a fortalecer su presencia digital, transmitir la máxima confianza a sus...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Guadalajara, Mexico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We help local businesses get found on Google and turn searches into customers. Honest work, clear reporting, everything measured in enquiries...
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- Digital Services
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- AEO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Dublin, Ireland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are an agency that challenges convention and evolves with you as your marketing priorities change. Combining the strengths of both traditional and boutique outreach to provide a unique form of agency. Our experience and our approach ensures we cover creativity, strategy with measurement and analytics. We...
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- Digital Marketing
- Advertising
- PPC
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Razor Rank is a Digital Marketing agency serving the needs of many different types of companies seeking greater visibility online with our technical SEO consulting services, content marketing and expert solutions...
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- SEO
- Content Marketing
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $95/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Fuel up on Business with Brooklyn SEO agency offering premium SEO services. We boost search engine rankings and generate online traffic to make your digital business success...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
The #1 small marketing agency. We are devoted to assisting companies in developing human-centered digital experiences that attract, engage, and convert the ideal audience. It enables us to work closely and effectively with you every step of the process, from first consultations through launch and beyond. We...
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- WordPress Website Design
- CRO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Hornsby, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
DigitFruition is a comprehensive Amazon PPC agency specializing in hands-on support, dedicated to facilitating the profitable scaling of Amazon brands to monthly revenue figures ranging from 6 to 7 digits. Our expertise lies in crafting custom PPC ad strategies that ensure both scalability and profitability...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- eCommerce
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- Location
- Arizona City, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Market Pros International is a leading Digital and Social Media Marketing Agency with a creative and innovative approach to establishing solid metrics and maximizing our clients ad spend return on investment...
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- Graphic Design
- eCommerce
- Digital Services
- Video Production
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- Location
- Danbury, Connecticut
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Visible One is a leading HK web design & digital marketing agency. Since 2008, we've specialized in eCommerce, SEO, Google Ads, and custom web development. We build high-converting, mobile-responsive sites to help your business get noticed...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Hong Kong, Hong Kong
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
We're a remote-first digital agency for the retail and arts industries. Our team is experienced in customising WordPress websites to achieve the look you want for your business, consistent with your brand as well as integrating other business software. We make visually beautiful, intuitive, highly functional...
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- Location
- Cheltenham, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $130/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We deliver winning ideas and strategies. Our Planning, Media, Creativity, Technology, and Social Media provide solutions to deliver the best results. Starting with strategic insights, we go beyond advertising, integrating communication solutions to achieve ambitious brand goals...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Advertising
- Media Buying
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- Location
- Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
We're a global UI UX design and Growth Acceleration Agency, specialising in user experience design, branding, performance marketing, and creative technology that drives businesses forward...
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- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
Rizco is a top brand-led marketing agency with 25+ years of experience in branding, web design, and digital marketing. Based in NJ and WBE-certified, we blend strategy, creativity, and design to deliver bold, lasting brand experiences. We Champion Your Brand.https://rizco.com/work/...
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- Location
- Spring Lake, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $210/hr
The Organized Social is a husband-and-wife team based in South Louisiana, blending creativity and strategy to help businesses grow. Tiffany brings a decade of experience in branding and content creation, while Justin specializes in data-driven marketing and consulting. We offer social media marketing, SEO...
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- Location
- Mandeville, Louisiana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
BetterX Worldwide is a purpose-driven growth agency recognized for its exceptional digital marketing services. Founded in 2020, the agency helps businesses accelerate growth through tailored strategies in social media marketing, PPC, SEO, content marketing, and more...
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- 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.
