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ESP Inspire is a California-based digital marketing, website design, and development company. We specialize in creating user-friendly websites, guaranteeing SEO excellence, delivering complete e-commerce solutions, providing innovative mobile app development, and offering powerful PPC solutions...
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- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Albany, California
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $5/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Flashlight Agency is a top internet marketing service company in California, focused on creating powerful online marketing strategies for measurable growth...
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- Location
- Palm Desert, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $5/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Founded in 2014, served many big brands such as Matrix Cellular, Cremica Biscuits, Q-SEE, Evolution Wear, Toni & Guy (New Delhi), Metro MD, S-Team LA. Digit Bazar IT Solutions Pvt. Ltd. provides complete digital branding, design and mobility solutions to clients...
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- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Nashville, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Step into the digital future with Moobila where innovation, creativity, and strategy converge to elevate your brand to new heights. Lets embark on a digital journey together, ensuring your online presence is not just impactful but unforgettable...
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- Reputation Management
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Fallbrook, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Sinelogix Technologies: Your Digital Success Partner Since 2012. Elevate with Irresistible Web Design, Development, and SEO. At Sinelogix we do not pull any marketing stunts on our clients, we address the clients needs directly to the point so that it can be time effective and cost effective. Sinelogix...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Newark, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Boost your cannabis brand's online visibility with our specialized link-building services. At Cannabis Link Building, we create high-quality, industry-specific backlinks that enhance SEO, drive targeted traffic, and strengthen your brand's authority. Our expert team understands the unique challenges of the...
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- SEO
- Location
- San Marcos, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Scoompy Inc. is a U.S.-based full-service digital marketing agency helping businesses grow through SEO, GEO, PPC, advertising, branding, public relations, content marketing, email marketing, digital strategy, web design, and development. We work as an extension of our clients in-house teams, combining search...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Public Relations
- Digital Strategy
- Reputation Management
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- Location
- San Marcos, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
ChicExecs is a retail-focused PR agency that not only secures press features for clients, but also uses media coverage as proof of concept to showcase to retail buyers to get brands into stores. The agency was founded by Nikki Carlson and Kailynn Bowling after they successful launched their own tech product...
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- Content Marketing
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Public Relations
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- Location
- San Marcos, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $12/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
CodeSparrk has been recognized as the top digital marketing agency, ranked as best digital marketing agency in research, and is a proud winner of awards in 2022...
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- Digital Marketing
- AI Development
- SEO
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Pasadena, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $12/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Portofino Marketing Agency helps U.S. businesses grow with affordable, tailored, and data-driven digital marketing solutions that boost visibility, engagement, and results...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $12/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
SEOValley has delivered white-hat SEO for over 10,000 websites since 2000, with a 98% client retention rate and a 110-person in-house team. Plans starting at $250 per month make it a practical option for budget-conscious businesses needing organic, local, or eCommerce SEO...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- CRO
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- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
Astin Technology is a market pioneer in IT outsourcing services. We deliver website design & development, ecommerce website development, digital marketing services and mobile app development services along with the consultation of Tivoli and Maximo tools. Delivering the best is our prime business objective...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce
- SEO
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- Location
- Sunnyvale, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Tired of agencies who don't perform? Or "get it?" Our team develops and executes effective marketing strategies for forward-thinking companies...
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- Email Marketing
- PPC
- eCommerce
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Walnut, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Generative AI Development Company: AI Solutions for Startups and Enterprises. In the fast-paced world of 2024, RedBlink stands at the forefront of the AI revolution, transforming ideas into reality with cutting-edge AI-driven development...
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- AI Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Danville, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Supercharge Your Digital Growth. Unleash the power of digital with us! Your ultimate partner for local SEO, meticulous site management, and creative graphic design. Elevating businesses to new heights!...
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Torrance, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Techwebsters is a web design and development agency excel in delivering customized, interactive digital solutions for businesses...
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- SEO
- Branding
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Carlsbad, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At Make My Brand (MMB), we transform ideas into industry-leading brands using our proprietary Brand Development Lifecycle (BDLC) framework. We deliver measurable growth through tailored strategies, real-time insights, and flexible models including Growth-as-a-Service, Staff-as-a-Service, AI Innovation, and...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Emeryville, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 25 Projects Listed
Movya helps businesses turn ideas into intelligent digital solutions through custom software, AI-powered automation, and modern web and mobile applications. We focus on building scalable, user-friendly products that simplify operations, enhance customer experiences, and support long-term business growth...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Software Development
- CRM Consulting
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Jurupa Valley, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $18/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 20 Projects Listed
Full-service digital marketing and eCommerce agency...
Top Services:
- Email Marketing
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- eCommerce
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Web Design Vibe is a full-service digital agency specializing in custom website design, e-commerce solutions, branding, and SEO strategies that help businesses build a powerful online presence and drive measurable growth...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Branding
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Kozan builds digital growth systems for US brands that need more than traffic they need revenue. We run Google Ads, SEO, cold email, social media, and web development for companies in three verticals: DTC e-commerce, private healthcare clinics, and aviation services.Every engagement starts with clear...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Team4eCom is a 25-year-old eCommerce outsourcing agency offering SEO alongside Amazon, eBay, and marketplace management for 5,000+ global brands. It suits mid-size to enterprise eCommerce businesses needing scalable, category-specific SEO and marketplace operations under one roof...
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- eCommerce
- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Laguna Beach, California
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Our high-performing teams of 1000+ professionals aim to bridge gaps in performance and maximize a companys potential, regardless of time zone and geographical boundaries...
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- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- San Jose, California
- Number of Employees
- 1000 & Up
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
RiseServ provides unique and custom software solutions as web-applications, mobile applications, web-portals for medium and small businesses in US, Canada and Europe. Se stand with US small businesses of all industries, helping them recover from the pandemic and rise their sales to levels higher than ever...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Newport Beach, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We provide results-driven solutions in the Digital field since 2006. While working with us you will receive the expertise and knowledge from our Digital Agency and highly qualified resources from our Research & Development Competence Centre...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- Escondido, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Web Design Mechanic creates clean, custom websites and digital experiences build to match your business goals. "No templates", just thoughtful design and smart development. We also offer digital marketing services like, Search Engine Optimization, Social Media Marketing, Online Reputation Management, and...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Branding
- eCommerce Development
- Video Production
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- Location
- Fremont, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Ghost Writing Venture offers ghost writing and editing, illustration, book covers, author's bio's, Marketing on Times Square ,marketing, publishing, video trailers, audio books, authors websites , consulting and copyright registration services...
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- Content Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Glendale, California
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
KOKONUT Group is a Full-Service Boutique Digital Marketing Agency that specializes in rendition of custom-tailored SEO (Search Engine Optimization) services. We breathe in marketing and exhale ROI, while charging less than most SEO agencies in the United States. Since 2013, we’ve successfully optimized...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Advertising
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Torrance, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Flutter Agency is the US Leading Flutter app development company build innovative and cutting-edge desktop apps and mobile apps using Flutter framework. Contact us today to get started!...
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- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Burbank, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We are a Team of Experts, Who Bring Forth Excellent Solutions to Accomplish Your Goals. Were a fast-growing Digital Marketing firm based in Pakistan, USA, and UK. We have a vibrant staff that is continuously proving itself by their performance and how they handle the clients. They have both ambitious and...
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- Web Development
- Graphic Design
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Corona, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Kreative Machinez is a highly regarded SEO company that provides a full suite of digital marketing services at an affordable cost. Our services encompass a range of disciplines, including SEO, social media marketing, content marketing and PPC advertising. With a focus on delivering value to our clients, we...
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- SEO
- Content Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- San Jose, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Justdigilab is a full-service digital marketing agency in California, USA. They offer a variety of innovative digital marketing services such as SEO, PPC, and Social Media to help businesses unlock growth and achieve results...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
A local media agency offering marketing consulting, retainer packages, content creation sessions, event media, photography, videography and social media management. We also offer ad management, event set up and custom packages...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Email Marketing
- Video Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Content Writing Square is a professional content creation agency specializing in high-quality, customized writing solutions for businesses across industries. Offering services such as blog writing, web content, SEO copywriting, and eBook development, the agency helps brands establish authority, drive...
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- Logo Design
- SEO
- Web Design
- Location
- Fremont, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Nextwebi, a technology-driven digital transformation company delivering intelligent, AI-powered solutions to businesses of all sizes. We partner with startups, SMEs, & enterprises & help them adopt modern tech that improve efficiency, enhance customer experiences, &unlock new growth opportunities...
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- Web Development
- Software Development
- IT Services
- Managed Services
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At Optican Edge, were committed to delivering strategies that grow your brand, attract the right audience, and create measurable results because when you succeed, so do we. We craft marketing strategies that blend creativity, data, and innovation to deliver exceptional results. At Optican Edge, digital...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Santa Monica, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Top Local SEO Services LLC is a leading SEO & Web Design agency in Los Angeles. We help small & local businesses rank higher on Google, get more customers and grow revenue. We specialize in home service businesses and provide Local SEO, GBP Optimization, Technical SEO, Link Building, & Web Design...
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- SEO
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
SEOFAT is a full-service digital agency offering SEO, web development, and marketing solutions. We help brands grow visibility, leads, and revenue through smart, data-driven strategies...
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- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- AI Development
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- Location
- Irvine, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Olifant Digital
VerifiedVerified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.Full-Service Amazon Agency for PPC, SEO & Account Management
Olifant Digital focuses exclusively on Amazon and ecommerce SEO, managing over $100M in annual client revenue across 150+ brands in beauty, fitness, and consumer goods. Pricing starts at $2,000 per month, making it a strong fit for DTC and Amazon sellers looking to scale revenue on Shopify or Amazon...
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- PPC
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
- CRO
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- Location
- Santa Monica, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
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BitCodeSolution boosts your business with super-smart software solutions, business marketing, making innovation and growth a breeze. Were not just any software folks, were here to customize services that fit your unique needs...
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- Web Design
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- Location
- Temecula, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Obrofy is a data-driven digital marketing agency that helps businesses generate qualified leads and accelerate revenue growth through SEO, AI Search Optimization (GEO), Local SEO, paid advertising, and conversion-focused website strategies. Founded in 2020, the agency combines data, AI, and multi-channel...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- CRO
- Media Buying
- SEO
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Cubitrek is an AI-first marketing and engineering agency. We get brands discovered in Google and in AI answers through SEO, AEO, GEO, and automation...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Sacramento, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
MLS Digital Solutions is a fast-growing digital solutions company in India, delivering innovative technology, digital marketing, web development, and business solutions...
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- AEO
- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- California City, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
QeRetail is a group of enthusiastic Software Developers, Web Designers, and Digital Marketers. We provide eCommerce website design and development in addition to eCommerce search engine optimization services. The experience of Ecommerce Design & Development of over 3000+ eStores has also helped us engage you...
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- eCommerce Development
- Package Design
- Product Design
- PPC
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Woodland, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $28/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Elit-Web delivers local, technical, enterprise, and international SEO with clients like IKEA, Toyota, and Kia, reporting 500% average revenue growth. Transparent tiered pricing from $1,500 per month makes it a strong fit for mid-size to enterprise businesses seeking measurable, long-term organic growth...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- eCommerce
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 47 Projects Listed
We are a full-service agency with digital and technology experts who work on performance and conversion rate optimization, branding, SEO, SMM, e-commerce solutions, digital PR, website and product development, mobile app development, creative communications, and cloud solutions. We create efficient...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Development
- PPC
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Since 1996, PROS has successfully delivered Internet Technology & Marketing solutions globally...
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- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- PPC
- Web Design
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- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Empowering Your Business with Innovative Digital Solutions! Made Online specializes in SEO, content creation, web development, social media management, and PPC to elevate brand's online presence and drive growth. What happens online, stays online – so why not make it good?...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Development
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
Alex Uria is a San Diegobased digital marketing agency with deep expertise in multicultural marketing, particularly in serving U.S. Hispanic audiences. The firm offers a wide range of servicesincluding web design, SEO, PPC, social media, content and video marketing, email campaigns, and eCommerce...
Top Services:
- Advertising
- SEO
- PPC
- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Your company has skills that the world needs to know about! This is what we are all about. We make it easy to get online, make the marketing magic happen, and get the RIGHT customers through the door...
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- Location
- San Bernardino, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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Frequently Asked Questions About SEO Companies in California
What red flags should I watch for when evaluating SEO agencies in California?
The most common red flags when evaluating SEO companies in California are guaranteed ranking promises, vague reporting, and agencies that can't explain their strategy in plain language before you sign. If they can't tell you clearly what they'll do and why, they won't be able to tell you why it isn't working either.
- Guarantees of a #1 ranking on Google: No SEO company in California or anywhere else can guarantee this
- No mention of link building sources: Where links come from matters as much as how many
- Strategy that's identical across industries: A local California restaurant and a B2B SaaS company need fundamentally different approaches
- Contracts that lock you in for 12 months with no performance benchmarks or exit clauses
- Proprietary reporting dashboards that don't connect to your own Google Search Console or Analytics data
- No clear point of contact: If you're passed between account managers in the first month, that's the pattern for the whole engagement
How long does it take to see results from a California SEO agency?
Most businesses working with an SEO company in California start seeing measurable movement in organic rankings and traffic within 3 to 6 months. However, meaningful business results, like leads or revenue tied to organic search, typically take 6 to 12 months.
The timeline depends heavily on how competitive your market is, how established your domain is, and how much foundational work needs to happen before rankings can move.
A California search engine optimization company that promises faster results without asking about your domain history, current technical health, or competition is telling you what you want to hear.
The honest answer is that SEO compounds over time. The agencies worth hiring will show you what to expect in months one through three versus months six through twelve, and tie those expectations to your specific starting point, not an industry average.
What do SEO companies in California charge that most buyers don't expect?
Most companies in California quote a monthly retainer that doesn't include several costs that directly affect results. Ask for a full breakdown of what's in the retainer and what will be billed separately before signing.
- Content production: Many California SEO agencies charge for retainer management separately from the content itself; blog posts, landing pages, and copy rewrites are often billed per piece
- Technical SEO audits: Initial site audits are sometimes scoped as a one-time project fee on top of the monthly retainer
- Link building outreach: Some SEO firms in California include a fixed number of links per month; additional placements cost extra
- Local SEO setup: Google Business Profile optimization, citation building, and local directory management are frequently quoted separately
- Reporting tools: Third-party rank tracking or analytics platforms are sometimes passed through to the client at a markup
How do I know if an agency is using tactics that could get my site penalized?
The tactics that get sites penalized, such as manipulative link schemes, keyword stuffing, cloaking, and AI-generated content at scale, rarely show up in a sales pitch.
You have to ask directly and watch how they answer: where do your links come from, and can you show me examples? A legitimate SEO firm in California will name specific publications, outreach methods, and link types.
Vague answers like “we have a network of partners” or “proprietary methods” are the answers you need to walk away on.
Also, ask whether their content strategy involves any AI-assisted production and how it's reviewed before publishing. Google's helpful content guidelines penalize low-quality scaled content regardless of how it was produced.
What does a bad SEO engagement look like, and how do I avoid it?
Bad SEO engagements follow a recognizable pattern: activity without accountability. Monthly reports full of metrics (impressions, crawl stats, keywords tracked) that never connect to traffic, leads, or revenue.
To avoid it:
- Set business KPIs at the start - organic traffic to key pages, leads from search, revenue attributed to SEO, not just ranking positions
- Require a 90-day roadmap before work begins, with specific deliverables per month
- Ask how they'll explain results if rankings improve but traffic doesn't; this happens, and how they handle it tells you a lot
How do I compare two SEO companies in California that look equally qualified on paper?
Give both the same brief with your site, goals, and competitive landscape, and compare what they diagnose, not just what they propose.
The best SEO company in California will identify specific issues with your current setup before telling you what they'd do. One that jumps straight to a service package without asking questions hasn't looked at your site yet.
Then ask each one: What would you prioritize in the first 90 days, and why? The answer reveals whether they're thinking about your situation or reciting their default process.
The California SEO agency that gives a more specific, more honest answer about what's realistic, even if it's less exciting, is usually the safer hire.
Should I hire a local California SEO specialist, or does location not matter?
For most SEO work, location doesn't affect quality because strategy, content, and technical optimization can all be executed remotely. But there are two cases where hiring a local agency adds real value:
- Local SEO: If your business serves customers in specific California cities or regions, an agency that understands local search behavior, California-specific directories, and regional competitors will outperform a generalist.
- Regulated industries: In healthcare, legal, finance, and similar niches, the California compliance context shapes what can and cannot be published.
Outside these two scenarios, prioritize process and track record over zip code.
What's the difference between an SEO consultant and an SEO agency in California?
An SEO consultant is typically one person; strategic, often experienced, and better suited to audits, advisory work, or guiding an in-house team. An agency brings together a team of strategists, content writers, technical SEOs, and link builders who work in parallel. The tradeoff is that consultants offer more direct access and flexibility; agencies offer more execution capacity.
Choose a consultant if you have internal resources to execute and need expertise to direct them. Choose an SEO firm in California if you need the full scope of work handled end-to-end. Budget is usually the deciding factor; consultants typically cost less per month, but agencies move faster on high-volume work.
How do I know if an SEO company in California understands my industry?
Ask them to walk you through how they'd approach keyword research for your category, not in general, but for your specific audience and buying journey.
A search engine optimization company in California with genuine industry experience will immediately talk about search intent, content types, and competitive dynamics specific to your space. One without it will describe a process that could apply to any client.
Also, ask whether they've worked with a direct competitor. Some buyers see this as a conflict; others see it as proof of category expertise. Either way, the answer and how transparently they give it tells you something useful about how they operate.
