Finding an SEO company in California that can turn search visibility into real business growth requires more than a quick comparison. Browse our vetted agencies and narrow your options by budget, team size, and areas of expertise.
Best California SEO Agencies
23 Companies-Rankings updated: August 24, 2026
DesignRush assesses each California SEO agency using its expertise, portfolio strength, and client feedback. Some listings may be sponsored.
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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...
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
Olifant Digital Services
PPC
SEO
eCommerce Development
Digital Marketing
Email Marketing
CRO
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Top-Rated PPC & Digital Marketing Agency Focused on Driving Results
Disruptive Advertising integrates SEO with CRO, paid search, and lifecycle marketing, targeting B2B, SaaS, and eCommerce clients. It backs its work with a no-payment guarantee if results don't move within 90 days. The SEO firm in California is best for growth-focused businesses...
Location
Los Angeles, California
Number of Employees
100 - 249
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
Portfolios Count
5 Projects Listed
Disruptive Advertising Services
PPC
Social Media Marketing
Digital Marketing
Email Marketing
eCommerce
Advertising
SEO
Business Consulting
Creative Services
Digital Strategy
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Adobe
Scotts MiracleGro
Litter-Robot
Guitar Center
Fandango
PennyMac
Diesel Power Gear
Death Wish Coffee
TruDog
Conoco Phillips
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Disruptive Advertising Reviews & Testimonials
Anonymous
Marketing Manager, Sound Approach at Sound Approach
4.8★
eCommerce Review from Anonymous
Right after launching our campaigns with Disruptive, we saw results almost instantly. Our monthly revenue jumped from about $50,000 to over $70,000. Every key Google Ads metric improved, and by November, we were already nearing $550,000 in revenue, well on track to hit our $700,000 annual goal.
Anonymous
GuideCX, Head of Marketing at Guide CX
4.8★
PPC Review from Anonymous
We’ve been working with Disruptive on a long-term PPC strategy, and they’re constantly optimizing campaigns and landing pages based on performance. They use Google Analytics to ensure accurate tracking, Unbounce for landing page testing, and run ads through Google and LinkedIn, with knowledgeable experts for each channel.
Jackie Arends
Marketing Manager at USA Clean
4.8★
Digital Marketing Review from Jackie Arends
Disruptive Advertising is in charge of our online advertising, which includes PPC, social media marketing on Facebook, email marketing, and, more recently, Amazon marketing. They create content for the campaigns and manage them, create email templates, and automate [...] email marketing campaigns. Regarding our PPC efforts, we focus on Google Ads and Facebook Ads, and we recently started our Bing advertising efforts as well. Our ROAS is currently at about 4X5X. (Verified via email)
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A full service SEO and Web Design Agency
Epidemic Marketing is an SEO agency in California, offering on-page optimization, keyword research, content writing, and visitor behavior analysis. Its hands-on approach suits local businesses, home services companies, and SMEs looking for a boutique agency with direct client involvement...
Location
Carlsbad, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$150/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Epidemic Marketing Services
SEO
CRO
Web Design
UI/UX Design
Web Development
WordPress Website Design
Digital Strategy
Advertising
Logo Design
Graphic Design
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Team Dave Logan
Trees By Jake
The Sliding Door Co
Woodhouse Spas
Bulletproof Supply Store
Man K9
Simply Sewers
VR Beginners Guide
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Epidemic Marketing Reviews & Testimonials
Tim Cardona
Owner at Black Diamonds Mobile Detail LLC
5.0★
SEO Review from Tim Cardona
Noah and his team have been so amazing for my automotive detailing business. I didn’t understand SEO at all but I knew I needed it to grow my business. When I first talked to Noah he wasn’t pushy on selling me anything. Just simply broke everything down for me to understand and made it work for me. He has helped my business stay competitive and on target with SEO and my website! I can’t thank Epidemic Marketing enough it has been over 2 years now I have been with them and I’m glad!!
Brian Hong
Founder at Infintech Designs
5.0★
CRO Review from Brian Hong
Noah is a wealth of information and someone I have the pleasure of working with.
He provides extremely actionable insights with conversion rate optimization, as well as advanced SEO techniques that move the needle.
We have worked on several CRO campaigns that helped turn more visitors into customers which made our dollar work harder for us and Paid Media campaigns.
He’s a true pro and even better human.
Marty Marion
CEO at Master Positioning, LLC
5.0★
SEO Review from Marty Marion
I never leave reviews, but once in a while the work quality is so good I make exceptions.
This is one of those times. Noah provided very advanced SEO work for one of my largest clients, fron scratch, finding and fixing SEO technical issues and conversion optimization issues that made a major difference for my client in both organic traffic and conversions.
Traffic from search increased more than expected. Conversions to sales increased by about 20% plus an increase in AOV. Combining both an increase in traffic and an increase in conversions and an increase in AOV is nothing short of a home run.
I will be channeling more of my clients' SEO and CRO to Epidemic for sure. Great people to work with, awesome results. And I teach digital marketing professionally.
Marty Marion
CEO
Master Positioning, LLC
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Digital Marketing That Drives Results® - WebFX®
WebFX has driven over $10 billion in client revenue across 200+ industries, combining SEO with its proprietary RevenueCloudFX platform for full-funnel ROI tracking. Plans start at $3,000 per month, suiting growth-focused mid-size to enterprise businesses that want data-backed SEO tied to revenue...
Location
Los Angeles, California
Number of Employees
500 - 999
Average Hourly Rate
$150/hr
Minimal Budget
$25,000 - $50,000
Portfolios Count
10 Projects Listed
WebFX Services
Digital Marketing
SEO
Content Marketing
Email Marketing
Social Media Marketing
Direct Marketing
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Verizon
FujiFilm
Buffalo Wild Wings
Subway
YMCA
Giant
Penn National Gaming
Armstrong
Coldwell Banker
Jiffy Lube
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WebFX Reviews & Testimonials
Kate Auchenbach
Marketing Manager at Kreamer Feed
5.0★
eCommerce Development Review from Kate Auchenbach
Over the past few years, we have been working with WebFX on various ongoing projects surrounding our websites. They have taken our SEO from non-existent to one of the best websites throughout our time working together. They provide easy-to-understand, solutions-oriented objectives for us and can work cohesively with us to achieve those goals. I like their ability to work hand-in-hand with you and keep you informed in such an organized manner with progress reports.
Joshua Fetterolf
Sales Manager at Koser Jewelers
5.0★
SEO Review from Joshua Fetterolf
I have enlisted WebFX to revamp and run my digital presence. I was in way over my head in regards to SEO and Google Ads. WebFX has really helped us turn the corner and I've seen our visibility go way up.
Wendy W
COO at Select Insurance Group
5.0★
Digital Services Review from Wendy W
The WebFX team has been committed to our success in generating leads for our specialty insurance business. Our account manager has always been responsive and has provided great resources and advice during our partnership. She celebrates our wins with us and puts in extra hours when we need assistance.
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Straight North is a full-service Internet marketing firm that works with you to customize the best mix of online marketing from PPC and email campaigns to SEO-based responsive websites to provide results that move the needle...
Location
Los Angeles, California
Number of Employees
100 - 249
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
18 Projects Listed
Straight North Services
SEO
PPC
Digital Marketing
Web Design
Content Marketing
Graphic Design
Branding
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Pro Stock Hockey
BluePay
Grove Dental Associates
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Straight North Reviews & Testimonials
Healthcare2U Contact
Review from Google
5.0★
Healthcare2U Contact's Review Sourced from Google
The people at Straight North were so organized and efficient. Although we ultimately had to go in a different direction due to a change in design needs, the discovery process was very smooth. They devoted significant time to understanding what we needed from the project, and we greatly appreciated it!
Trevor Fulmer
Review from Google
5.0★
Trevor Fulmer's Review Sourced from Google
Working with Straight North has been a great experience. Their team developed a digital marketing strategy tailored specifically to my business. Since working together, I have seen noticeable improvements in Google rankings and website visibility.
From SEO strategy and keyword targeting to content recommendations and website optimization, every recommendation was excellent.
As an interior design studio, visibility and search performance are incredibly important, and Straight North has helped strengthen both!
Jenny S
Review from Google
5.0★
Jenny S's Review Sourced from Google
Working with Straight North was an incredible experience from start to finish! When I started looking for web designers, I narrowed it down to four companies, and Straight North was the only one who really took the time to get to know me, our business, and why our goals matter. That personal connection made all the difference.
Once we got started, I was blown away by the thought and detail that went into every part of the process. What stood out the most was how open and receptive the team was to my feedback. I truly felt like a part of the process, not just another customer.
Our new website is absolutely stunning and perfectly captures who we are and what our brand stands for. I couldn’t be happier with the finished website or with the experience of working with Straight North.
Building a great website is truly a collaborative effort, and I’ve learned that the more you put in, the more you get out. I encourage anyone working with Straight North, or any design team to be open, share your vision, and really take the time to engage in the process. The result will be worth it, I promise!
Thank you, Straight North, for an amazing experience and a website that we’re so proud of!
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Your Vision. My Expertise. Powerful Branding & Web Design.
We help Brands & Businesses stand out online and thrive in a connected world. Crafting user-friendly websites and impactful brand identities to help brands and businesses thrive online...
Location
Santa Cruz, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$125/hr
Portfolios Count
8 Projects Listed
Donna Melger Designs Services
Web Design
Web Development
eCommerce Development
Branding
UI/UX Design
Digital Strategy
SEO
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Alegre Landscape Design
Root of It Wellness
Artisans & Agency
Bellerose Salon
Melissa Devera, Personalized Nutrition Coaching
Christiania Bikes America
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Donna Melger Designs Reviews & Testimonials
Melissa DeVera, RD, CLT
Owner at Melissa DeVera
5.0★
Web Design Review from Melissa DeVera, RD, CLT
Donna created me the most wonderful website which is bringing me quite a bit of business. We collaborated together to make a website that gets a lot of WOWs from people I show it to. I can’t recommend her enough. She is detailed, organized, creative, and has great. communication. I would use her again in a heartbeat.
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Merging creativity with strategic expertise, Search Business Group specializes in digital marketing for healthcare and dental SEO. Serving healthcare professionals since 1998, we empower practices to focus on care while we drive growth...
Location
Fullerton, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$150/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
5 Projects Listed
Search Business Group Services
SEO
Digital Marketing
Branding
Web Design
Graphic Design
eCommerce Development
WordPress Website Design
Web Development
Content Marketing
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Dental industry
Healthcare Industry
Legal Industry
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Search Business Group Reviews & Testimonials
Management
Review from Google
5.0★
Management's Review Sourced from Google
Ron designed and made our website for our Veterinary Clinic. Even after he's finished, he's very supportive and responsive when we want things changed. He works on it right away. Also, he answers every question with kindness and thoroughness. We are very happy to be working with Ron.
Jeff Huang
Review from Google
5.0★
Jeff Huang's Review Sourced from Google
Search Business Group has been doing outstanding job building my company website, updating, and providing support to my website. I been working with Ronald for a very long time. He is very professional, responsive and easy to work with. Highly recommended for website development, and digital marketing.
Chris Moeslacher
Review from Google
5.0★
Chris Moeslacher's Review Sourced from Google
Ron and his team are the most reliable and informative team of professionals I have come to work with. They instructed me, and guided me through a process I had no prior knowledge of. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking to build a website, review or a refresh their website and brand!
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Prime Seller Strategies is a full service Amazon agency has helped brands increase sales by 32 % in 120 days, decrease ACOS by
26 % in 90 days
, and gain an 18-point rise in detail-page conversion rates...
Location
Carlsbad, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$79/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Prime Seller Strategies Services
PPC
CRO
SEO
Digital Marketing
Advertising
Market Research
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Genexa
Mauds
Prolon
Enviroscent
RIP-IT
Nora Ross
Lantixin
Pooph
Lithium Auto
Cornileau
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Prime Seller Strategies Reviews & Testimonials
Greg Meade
Co-Founder at Vonu
5.0★
eCommerce Review from Greg Meade
Dillon has been amazing to work with. Flexibility is great for agencies, and that is what he offers. We get to work hand in hand with Dillon personally to go over our account's growth and health. He does meetings during times that work best for us as well, and is very good at communication.
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AlchemyLeads (Los Angele, CA & Denver, CO) is a boutique SEO & digital marketing agency founded in 2017. They help e-commerce, B2B, and industrial brands grow organic traffic and revenue. Their senior-level team provides SEO, digital PR, content marketing, PPC, social media, web dev & link-building...
Location
Calabasas, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$117/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
6 Projects Listed
AlchemyLeads SEO Services
Digital Marketing
SEO
PPC
Social Media Marketing
Public Relations
Content Marketing
Web Design
Web Development
Video Production
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MJM Designz is a versatile web developer and creative specialist based in Orange County, California. It offers a wide array of services, including web development, web design, graphic design, website optimization, SEO strategy, and drone services...
Location
Anaheim, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
5 Projects Listed
MJM Designz Services
Web Design
eCommerce Development
Web Development
WordPress Website Design
UI/UX Design
SEO
Graphic Design
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After years developing websites at Microsoft and Facebook, we have created a small digital agency that specializes in helping Entrepreneurs and Small Businesses build better websites...
Location
Menlo Park, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$100/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Portfolios Count
4 Projects Listed
BUILD A BETTER WEBSITE LLC Services
WordPress Website Design
UI/UX Design
eCommerce Development
Web Development
Web Design
Social Media Marketing
Digital Marketing
SEO
Reputation Management
Digital Services
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Channel Islands Juice Co
Holistic Healing Center
The Akeena Group
Ascend Coffee Roasters
Atharva Workforce
Call Haven Partners
EVS Network
The Foodbank Initiative
Legendary Athletes
Poolcare Plus
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BUILD A BETTER WEBSITE LLC Reviews & Testimonials
Sara Rathsack
Review from Google
5.0★
Sara Rathsack's Review Sourced from Google
I do not have enough good things to say about Dave! He is so kind and compassionate, and genuinely wants to help and watch you succeed with your business. He’s sharp, and does beautiful work. Great energy that always fires me up! Two big thumbs way up!!
Heidi Uzelac
Review from Google
5.0★
Heidi Uzelac's Review Sourced from Google
I can't say enough great things about working with Dave. He helped me get my website up and running in no time, and what really impressed me was his ability to take my brand guide—just a simple PDF—and literally bring my vision to life. The attention to detail and care he put into every aspect of the site blew me away.
One of the best things about working with Dave is having him on retainer. His skill level is incredible, and the value he provides is unmatched. I had a crazy request for a 24-hour turnaround on a sales page, and not only did he deliver, but he also did multiple revisions, getting it just right. Thanks to his fast work, I was able to make sales right away, directly impacting my business in a positive way.
In the past, I’ve spent thousands on websites that ended up stagnant, but with Dave, it’s an ongoing, collaborative process. He’s always improving my site, making updates, and focusing on SEO so my business can keep growing. It’s clear he genuinely cares about his clients’ success, and I still can’t believe I was lucky enough to find him.
If you’re considering working with him, don’t hesitate—Dave is the real deal, and you won’t regret it! Best investment you will make in your biz- hands down.
Jen Dreher
Review from Google
5.0★
Jen Dreher's Review Sourced from Google
Where do I begin? I cannot say enough great things about Dave and his company. I chose Dave as my web developer when I first started my business. I have a luxury medical spa and I am VERY picky about my look and branding that I want to portray. Dave NAILED it on every level and together we were able to create my dream website. He gave me some options to go through and listed to every one of my thoughts and edits. Most recently there was an issue that needed to get resolved and he stopped everything else and gave my site the full attention that it needed and everything was perfect again in no time. I am so thankful I found Dave!
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An Agency for Growth-Focused Ambitious Motivated Pioneering Leading Brands.
We Are Starke is a boutique growth marketing and media agency based in Pasadena, California. Founded by brothers Adam and Richard Benjamin in 2014, the agency offers full-funnel digital marketing servicesincluding website design, PPC, paid social, media buying, influencer and podcast advertising, and...
Location
Pasadena, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$150/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Starke Marketing Services
SEO
Advertising
Digital Marketing
Social Media Marketing
Media Buying
Video Production
Web Design
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University of Southern California
Noble Gold Investments
Keck School of Medicine
SevenTwo Denim
Patino Management Compnay
Rebel Ventures LTD
Azusa Pacific University
Amaranthine LA
Giddy Pet Supply
Loma Fine Jewelry
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Starke Marketing Reviews & Testimonials
Eddie B
Review from Google
1.0★
Eddie B's Review Sourced from Google
Extremely disappointing experience.
I hired Starke Marketing to run my marketing campaigns. Over two months later, I’ve received no deliverables, no active campaigns, and no response to multiple emails or phone calls. Missed key sales periods like Memorial Day without any explanation or action. I ultimately had to terminate the relationship and request a full refund. No Refund was processed.
If you value your time and business momentum, I strongly recommend looking elsewhere. This company overpromises and severely underdelivers.
Dean Richardson
Review from Google
5.0★
Dean Richardson's Review Sourced from Google
Starke Marketing built a new website, and integrated a Woo Commerce shopping cart for us. I couldn't be happier with the results, the website is everything we could of hoped for and more. Richard and the team were a huge help in getting everything up and running for us, and Leah kept us informed through every step. I highly recommend Starke Marketing for any website or marketing needs, as they do a fantastic job, while treating you like family!
Angela Henkel
Review from Google
5.0★
Angela Henkel's Review Sourced from Google
The entire team at Starke is fabulous! Richard & his team built our website & we liked them so much that we are using Starke for our marketing as well. Richard delivered a website that was everything we wanted. He answered every single one of our million questions. He never ran out of patience & he & his team have a wealth of knowledge & experience. The marketing team is equally fabulous. You won’t find a better group of people to work with. Thank you Starke Marketing!!
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At Cutwater, we hone and sharpen a brand into something more distinctive so it has a better chance of cutting through, being heard, and standing apart. Because we believe that distinctive brands are the ones more people care about. And because we know distinctive brands are the ones that drive growth and...
Location
San Francisco, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Minimal Budget
$50,000 & Up
Cutwater Services
SEO
Package Design
Advertising
Social Media Marketing
Media Buying
Digital Marketing
Branding
Video Production
Market Research
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Google Ads, SEO, Website Design, Graphic Design & Full-Service Digital Marketing.
We grow your business, establishing a strong online presence with our SEO services and grow organically. We find potential customers at the right time and get conversion-oriented traffic...
Location
Lafayette, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Minimal Budget
Under $1,000
Digitalaxy Media Corp Services
Graphic Design
SEO
PPC
Web Design
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5 Dog Digital Marketing Agency provides the necessary tools to ensure your business reaches its peak potential. Our full-service approach offers website design and development, a market analysis of competitors and custom strategy creation, SEO services that draw in customers, Google & Microsoft advertising...
Location
Windsor, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$99/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
5 Dog Digital Services
Social Media Marketing
SEO
Digital Marketing
Web Design
Digital Strategy
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Health Care Industry
Pets Industry
eCommerce Industry
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5 Dog Digital Reviews & Testimonials
Joakim Appell
Review from Google
5.0★
Joakim Appell's Review Sourced from Google
Jon at 5 dog have been easy to communicate with, fast responses, everything and a little extra done as promised on time. All my questions and requests seen through fast. An all through pleasant experience. /Joakim
Scott Whelan
Review from Google
5.0★
Scott Whelan's Review Sourced from Google
Jon provided very comprehensive and helpful services, including a free consult detailing everything that could immediately benefit my therapy practice. He built me a beautiful website and went above and beyond to ensure my satisfaction and it’s effectiveness in ranking higher and drawing new clients.
LaMara Martin
Review from Google
1.0★
LaMara Martin's Review Sourced from Google
Highly disappointed with the lack of customer service and attention to detail. Even after 3 edits, our website still has so many errors. When it first went live, it was non-operational for at least 24 hours. Jon promised several things during the initial proposal that were never completed and became defensive when i sent a lengthy revision document.
*edit* if I could rate 0 stars, I would. I have recently found out through extensive research that there are a lot more things wrong with our website than what we initially thought.
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Boost your business online with 805 SEO. Through increased website traffic and qualified leads, we fuel growth. Join us today and start your journey to success!...
Location
Ventura, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$150/hr
805 SEO Services
Digital Marketing
SEO
PPC
Web Design
Web Development
Social Media Marketing
AEO
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Logan Osland Chiropractic
Brasken Labradoodles
Pristine Concrete
805 Estate Staffing
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805 SEO Reviews & Testimonials
shon pallan
Review from Google
5.0★
shon pallan's Review Sourced from Google
I’ve been working with Jason at 805 SEO for just under a year but have already seen results in my Bussiness growth. The help build my website and got me ranking higher on Google. But 805 SEO is t your standard SEO company, they are more like family and look out for what’s best for growing your Bussiness. I would recommend 805 SEO over any other SEO company.
Cusp Dental Design
Review from Google
5.0★
Cusp Dental Design's Review Sourced from Google
Jason at 805 SEO, has helped my Dental Lab tremendously over the years. They have been a key pillar in our growth, their work on my website led to my company being acquired by another laboratory. 5/5 stars, would absolutely recommend.
Brasken Labradoodles
Review from Google
5.0★
Brasken Labradoodles's Review Sourced from Google
We have nothing but great things to say about 805 SEO! We had disappeared off search engines and Jason helped get our website visibility back on track! He is also great to work with and the most knowledgeable person in the field that I have met. We are extremely appreciative for 805 SEO!
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Driving Results for Your Digital Success in Newark, CA
Here at Marketing Wind, we are a full-service digital marketing agency that specializes in SEO/SEM, PPC, Email Marketing, Web Designing, and Social Media Marketing. Our team of experts is dedicated to providing top-notch services that will help your business grow and thrive online...
Location
Newark, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$49/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Marketing Wind Services
Content Marketing
PPC
Email Marketing
SEO
Social Media Marketing
Digital Marketing
Web Design
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Zetronix.com
TECHVANDO (Pvt) Ltd.
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Marketing Wind Reviews & Testimonials
Hamid Khan
Review from Google
5.0★
Hamid Khan's Review Sourced from Google
It is one of the best Digital Marketing Agency in San Francisco (Bay Area in California).
Nehal Zahra
Review from Google
5.0★
Nehal Zahra's Review Sourced from Google
Working in a Digital Marketing Agency that provides 360° services is like learning each and everything you could about the digital marketing world. Not only the team at Marketing Wind is competitive and fast-paced but also innovative. Plus the work environment is one of a kind as you get to to learn and enhance your skills in a healthy manner.
Habiba Mohsin
Review from Google
5.0★
Habiba Mohsin's Review Sourced from Google
Marketing Wind is a great place to work. The entire team is so cooperative and helpful that you naturally feel motivated to work here and give your best. The other great thing about this digital marketing agency is that you get amazing opportunities to learn something different and enhance your skills every day. Being a content writer here, I get to learn about advanced SEO techniques that help rank your business, including getting high-quality backlinks through different platforms/tools, power pages and guest posting.
I’m truly glad that I work here, where you come across different projects from different niches and get to boost your learning to a greater extent.
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A.M.P Digital Media delivers innovative marketing solutions designed to propel businesses into the digital spotlight. With expertise spanning paid search (PPC), SEO, social media, email marketing, affiliate marketing, content creation, eCommerce strategy and development, and website design, we craft bespoke...
Location
San Diego, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
A.M.P Digital Media Services
Digital Marketing
Social Media Marketing
eCommerce Development
SEO
Email Marketing
PPC
Content Marketing
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Spinning Web Media Solutions helps Bay Area businesses grow online with custom websites, SEO, digital marketing, and eCommerce solutions. Serving San Francisco, Oakland, San Jose, and surrounding communities, we create high-quality web solutions that boost visibility, drive traffic, and grow sales...
Location
Antioch, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$75/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Spinning Web Media Solutions Services
Digital Marketing
Web Design
Web Development
SEO
PPC
Content Marketing
CRO
Digital Strategy
eCommerce Development
WordPress Website Design
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Upstore Digital is a full-service Amazon SEO business that provides Amazon SEO services for greater brand visibility and sales. Our Amazon listing optimization methods are intended to increase sales. With Upstore Digital, you can tap into the power of a winning e-commerce growth strategy...
Location
Fremont, California
Number of Employees
100 - 249
Average Hourly Rate
$100/hr
Minimal Budget
$10,000 - $25,000
Upstore Digital Services
Digital Marketing
Logo Design
eCommerce Development
PPC
eCommerce
SEO
Web Design
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We focus on refining brand positioning and user experience to grow your business online quickly. We'll create your dream website, manage it like pros, and be your on-demand resource for all design needs...
Location
Ventura, California
Number of Employees
Under 49
Average Hourly Rate
$100/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Reciprocal Services
Web Design
Web Development
WordPress Website Design
eCommerce Development
UI/UX Design
SEO
CRO
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Clap Creative is your next door tech firm in Los Angeles offering full-range web services under one roof. An experienced team of web professionals works to create custom internet solutions to meet your business goals. And when we say partners, we mean it!...
Location
Calabasas, California
Number of Employees
50 - 99
Average Hourly Rate
$50/hr
Minimal Budget
$1,000 - $10,000
Clap Creative Services
Web Design
Web Development
Mobile App Development
Graphic Design
eCommerce
eCommerce Development
SEO
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Cricket All Stars
Beach Lifeguard
Urban Home Shop
Tile Circle
Newsbase Marketing
Doocare
Trusty tails
Fun Costume Shop
Bankrupt Films
Rylstone
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Clap Creative Reviews & Testimonials
Jason Dunbar
Review from Google
5.0★
Jason Dunbar's Review Sourced from Google
DK and the Clap Creative crew are just amazing. The responsiveness and turnaround are unimaginably fast. We have been with them for about a year or so now and they have made everything so simple for us. If you are looking for a solid company to help with your site maintenance, this is the one to go with!
Stephanie Yee
Review from Google
5.0★
Stephanie Yee's Review Sourced from Google
Had the pleasure of working with DK at Clap Creative. We were very pleased with his responsiveness and ability to meet our requirements. We were very satisfied with his work and wish we discovered Clap Creative a long time ago to help us out. Highly skilled team, great service and affordable prices! We highly recommend Clap Creative and hope we can continue to work together.
Jennifer Sorcher
Review from Google
5.0★
Jennifer Sorcher's Review Sourced from Google
I have had such an amazing experience while working with Clap Creative! DK has been helping us for a while now, and he has built our site so beautifully! Not only is he quick to answer and eager to get the job done, but he is also informative and respectful as well! You can tell that DK and his team know what they're doing, and I would recommend them to anyone and everyone! Whenever we have a small site glitch or SEO issue, they fix it within the hour! A very much needed quality in any web team! To sum it up, Clap Creative is one of the best web teams I have ever worked with!
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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.