Explore top local SEO companies that help businesses boost visibility in local search results through optimized listings, geo-targeted strategies, and reputation management to attract nearby customers and drive in-store traffic.
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Radiant partners with ecommerce brands to enable them to be their best version, thanks to our expertise in Shopify web design, development and website optimisation. We help brands make an impression online, increase their audience and convert more sales...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Digital Strategy
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Birmingham, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Every client deserves dependable software they can trust. Our team is committed to delivering reliable solutions that ensure seamless performance and peace of mind...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
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- Location
- Kyiv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
3 Minds Digital is a design and digital marketing agency with offices in Mumbai, Delhi and the UK. At 3 Minds Digital, we combine design, communication, and digitization to help clients go beyond the conventional route. Our approach moves us away from traditional problem solving, which can often be...
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- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
- Digital Services
- Social Media Marketing
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
MooF was founded in 2008 and continues its activities in the field of digital marketing with the "performance-oriented services it offers to brands...
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- PPC
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Istanbul, Turkey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Estro Digital Communications is an award-winning agency reshaping business growth in the digital age. Led by Chris and Steve Estrellado, we specialize in 360° marketing solutions, combining AI-powered CRM tools and advanced automation techniques. With a proven track record across industries, we craft...
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- CRM Consulting
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Westwood, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Brandigo China is a marketing agency that offers a complete range of marketing services, headquartered in Shanghai, China. We help clients with all stages of their marketing challenges in China, with specialties in China B2B marketing...
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- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Public Relations
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- Location
- Shanghai, China
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We are Eccolo Marketing, the web agency in Rome that transforms communication into real growth.We give voice to your brand with marketing strategies, effective websites, engaging social media, and campaigns that bring in customers, not just visibility...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- PPC
- SEO
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- Location
- Ciampino, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Smile MEDIA is a website design, software development and digital marketing agency aimed at improving business performance through technology efficiencies and analytics. We digitally enable a company's products and services through cyber, mobility, cloud, social business and analytics...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- Exeter, New Hampshire
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Most specialty contractors struggle to get a steady stream of high quality leads. Maybe you find yourself competing on price and bad jobs, driving the quality of your services down and becoming less profitable or fulfilled. At Hook Agency, we help contractors focus their marketing efforts on their best...
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- SEO
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Affiliate Marketing
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- Location
- Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We are a group of specialized digital agencies, organized around our clients' goals. Using our method, we design and implement digital journeys to help brands realize their full potential in the global marketplace, taking care of every detail. We love working for our clients and the people we believe in...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Digital Strategy
- Branding
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- Location
- Pesaro, Italy
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Copper+Oak is a creative + operations studio for independent restaurants in Dallas-Fort Worth. Brand, Space, and Operations from first concept to open door: three stages, nine disciplines, one studio. Founded by an operator who ran a 13,000 sq ft brewery-restaurant for eight years...
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- Business Consulting
- Branding
- Design Services
- AI Development
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Rockwall, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Integrated search, web and AI expertise Commercial goals before channel activity Clear measurement and accountable delivery...
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- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
ZivZo Marketing Group is a Full-Service agency servicing for-profit and non-profit orgainzations natuionally. Your organizations gain immense advantages through ZivZo's unwavering dedication to creativity, strategic insight, and client triumphs, evidenced by its widespread client base nationwide...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Branding
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Potomac, Maryland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We combine strategy, creativity, technology, and data to uncover opportunities, accelerate growth, and deliver measurable business results...
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- Digital Marketing
- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- SEO
- Web Development
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- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Founded in 2017, SleekDigital has been a software development agency specialising in web development and mobile app development...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- Product Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Singapore, Singapore
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At Nooera, we build solutions that customers, teams and investors will love. Entrepreneurs and business choose Nooera to bring ideas to life and generate real-world impact. We specialize in building apps, AI agents, websites, brands and ads. Work with us to step into a "new era" of your business in 2024!...
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- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- AI Development
- Web Design
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Seattle, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
At Fins Up Marketing, we don't just build websites we craft digital experiences that make waves! Based in sunny Port Orange, Florida, our team of creative pros dive deep into Website Design, SEO, Social Media Advertising, and Google Ads. With 27+ years of combined experience, we specialize in making brands...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Port Orange, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Teletab is a full-service app marketing agency helping startups and top apps grow smarter through AI SEO, creative performance, and data-driven strategy. We specialize in app store optimization (ASO), AI SEO, influencer marketing, performance marketing, paid media, and creative testing that scales installs...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Braga, Portugal
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Social Design House helps growth-focused brands find their sweet spot, where strategy meets standout design. From interactive web experiences to full brand identities, we build brands people can't ignore. Based just south of Charlotte, we've spent 16 years crafting award-winning brands and websites for...
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- Web Development
- Branding
- UI/UX Design
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Charlotte, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Heur is a holistic performance marketing and ecommerce trading agency for progressive companies. We enable growth by becoming your team. Connecting business goals to day to day tactics with holistic strategy and long term thinking, our 'done for you' ecommerce and digital marketing is unique, lean and...
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- UI/UX Design
- CRO
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- eCommerce
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Based in the heart of Caen, Normandy, our web agency has been supporting businesses, brands, and institutions since 2007 in creating custom websites that combine design and performance...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- SEO
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Caen, France
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Websites that Wow. Rankings that deliver. Service that makes you smile. Professional, top quality web design, and powerful SEO from a reliable team ready to listen to you...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- SEO
- Managed Services
- Location
- Charlottesville, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $225/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Internauts is a Neurodigital design studio that helps organizations create brands and digital experiences built around how people actually think, feel, and make decisions. The studio combines branding, UX/UI design, accessibility, AI-aware experiences, and cognitive design principles to reduce friction and...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Product Design
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $350/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We create content that tells your reality, your story, and your know-how uniquely and engagingly, using the most innovative and cutting-edge techniques in the industry...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Reputation Management
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- Location
- Parma, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
DBY has strategically carved out its niche, positioning itself as the indispensable ally to marketing departments and a solution-oriented and dependable partner in the realm of motion. We specialize in simplifying the intricacies of video production, offering companies across Scandinavia and the global...
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- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Stockholm, Sweden
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Were your award-winning website partner. Our small but mighty team are experts at crafting high-quality & creative digital experiences...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Auckland, New Zealand
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $110/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We are an emerging IT and business consulting company providing services to industry leading clientele in North America, Europe and the Middle East. Our purpose is to enable our partners to build sustainable competitive advantage. We achieve this by enhancing organizational capabilities and optimizing...
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- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- Software Development
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- Location
- Sugar Land, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Resonate is a design-led digital agency focused on website design, user experience and brand identity. We work with businesses to create clear, effective digital platforms that support growth. Our work combines thoughtful design with practical delivery, ensuring every project is both visually strong and...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Hertford, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
At Minor Change Studio, we specialize in brand transformation. There are no shortcutsour dedication lies in crafting unique brand identities. From strategic planning to meticulous development, we are fully committed to elevating brands to their fullest potential...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Design Services
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Vacaville, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
ErdSoft, founded in 2011, transforms businesses into immersive experiences. Our team, known for expertise, continuous learning, and enthusiasm, has grown since inception, offering unmatched quality in services and products. With nearly a decade of experience, we specialize in website and eCommerce solutions...
Top Services:
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Software Development
- IT Services
- Web Design
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- Location
- Subotica, Serbia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $39/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
At Ultra Nota, we specialize in elevating brands through strategic identity design, refined communication, and impactful digital presence. We craft compelling brand narratives that resonate with discerning audiences, driving lasting growth and ensuring your brand stands out in a crowded marketplace. Our focus...
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- Batesburg-Leesville, South Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Persius is a full-service creative agency specializing in building brands, designing websites, and crafting marketing campaigns that resonate. We blend strategy and creativity to deliver work that drives connection and achieves meaningful results...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Branding
- Logo Design
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
EZ Rankings is an award-winning digital & social media marketing company based in India with other branches based in USA, UK, Canada, Austrailia, UAE. Our goal is to keep you ahead of the competition by offering simple, customized yet effective solutions...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
ODM World is a Performance Marketing Agency that cuts through the clutter and complexity often found in the digital marketing landscape. Our goal is to partner closely with our clients, empowering them to achieve significant growth online through tailor-made strategies and relentless execution...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Montreal, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Crux is a dynamic, woman-owned Creative and Marketing Agency, dedicated to sculpting brand identities and crafting engaging strategies. Specializing in interactive experiences, digital communications, and immersive environments, Crux ensures clients forge lasting connections with their target audiences...
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- Digital Services
- Design Services
- Branding
- Logo Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
emit develops future digital services for your next digital, web or mvp project. We offer conception, UI/UX and custom development for your next big thing...
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- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Digital Services
- eCommerce Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Düsseldorf, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Were a customer experience design agency that connects brands to consumers through digital interfaces, enabling best-in-class customer experiences that deliver business growth. Launching digital experiences that transform companies and industries. In order to stay competitive in an ever-evolving landscape...
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- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Branding
- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Vienna, Austria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Greenmouse is a trusted web designer and professional web design company in Lagos with proven expertise in website design, web app development, e-commerce website design, mobile app development, search engine optimization, and affordable digital marketing services that are tailored to solve digital business...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Software Development
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- Location
- Lagos, Nigeria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Mitchell and Stones alleviates your marketing frustrations and headaches through a commercial-first approach. We prioritize solutions that drive business growth and success...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Southampton, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We don't just execute campaigns; we architect dominance. A global marketing house for legacies that demand the exceptional...
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Founded in 2007 in Valencia by Fátima Ateyeh and Sophie von Schönburg, Signne Creative House builds brands with the precision and craft of a couture atelier. Our work spans strategy, identity, storytelling, creative campaigns, communications and PR, brand experiences, spatial design, digital activation and...
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- Branding
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- Audio Production
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- Location
- Valencia, Spain
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Tecoreng is a results-driven software development company helping startups and enterprises build scalable web, mobile, and custom software solutions. We specialize in delivering high-performance applications for global clients, including the USA and UK...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Graphic Design
- UI/UX Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
iCode49 Technolabs Pvt. Ltd. is an AI and digital transformation company delivering AI agents, intelligent automation, custom software, mobile and web applications, and emerging technology solutions. We help businesses modernize operations, solve complex challenges, & build scalable digital products...
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- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
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- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We design highly polished iPhone, Android and Web Apps for startups and Enterprise clients...
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- IoT
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- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
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- $10,000 - $25,000
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- 3 Projects Listed
Media Wall Street, the best branding and marketing agency in Chandigarh, specializes in transforming businesses with expert brand strategy, digital marketing, content creation, and web development. Our team of professionals is dedicated to understanding your unique goals and delivering tailored solutions that...
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- Location
- Mohali, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
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- $10,000 - $25,000
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
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- Karad, India
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- Bhopal, India
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Everything You Need to Know Before Hiring a Local SEO Agency
Why should I hire a local SEO company?
You should hire a local search engine optimization company because local discovery is high-intent and increasingly complex.
Local search is one of the most common ways people discover businesses.
Around 46% of all Google searches have local intent, which represents billions of daily queries for nearby products and services.
In BrightLocal's 2025 consumer search research, 72% of consumers effectively use Google products for search when Google Search, Safari, and Google Maps are combined; 45% say Google is their default platform for local search, 15% start directly in Google Maps, and 20% use maps products as their default local search tool.
On top of that, 39% of consumers estimate that at least 41% of their searches are about finding local businesses. Local SEO companies help you win that visibility where buying intent is already strong.
A local company is also valuable because Google's local rankings are not something you can buy.
Google says local search results are mainly based on relevance, distance, and prominence, and that there is "no way to request or pay for a better local ranking."
Google also states that more reviews, stronger ratings, complete business information, and links from other websites can improve local visibility.
In practice, that means local SEO agencies deliver structured execution across Google Business Profile, local citations, website updates, technical SEO, and content marketing rather than relying on guesswork.
Local searches often turn into real-world actions.
Google reports that 76% of people who search on smartphones for something nearby visit a business within a day, and 28% of those searches result in a purchase.
Rio SEO's 2024 study of 1,000 U.S. respondents found that 90% conduct online searches daily, 99% rely on Google platforms for local discovery, 82% frequently search for addresses or directions, and U.S. consumers are willing to travel only about 8 miles on average for local goods and services.
Hiring the best local SEO agency matters even more now as local discovery is spreading beyond traditional search.
BrightLocal's 2026 review survey found that 97% of consumers read reviews for local businesses, the average consumer checks 6 different review sites, 68% will only use a business with 4.0+ stars, and 31% require 4.5+ stars.
A strong agency helps you manage visibility, reviews, and consistency across this fragmented landscape while providing the monthly report and transparent reporting that decision-makers expect.
How long does local SEO take to improve Google search and Google Maps rankings?
Local SEO improvements of Google Search and Google Maps usually take 3-6 months to produce noticeable ranking gains, although competitive industries and major cities can take longer.
SEO changes require time for search engines to crawl, process, and evaluate signals such as Google Business Profile optimization, local citations, keyword relevance, and website quality.
Most campaigns that local SEO companies run follow a gradual timeline.
Early improvements often appear within 4-8 weeks after business listings and website issues are fixed, while stronger ranking growth typically appears within 3-6 months once content updates, review growth, and authority signals accumulate.
For highly competitive markets or industries like home services, ranking in the top of the Google Maps local pack can take 6-12 months of consistent optimization and link building.
Do local SEO services work for businesses in competitive cities like New York City, San Diego, or Atlanta?
Yes. Local SEO services can be effective even in highly competitive markets such as New York City, San Diego, or Atlanta. However, rankings often require a stronger SEO strategy and more time.
Consumer behavior shows that local discovery heavily relies on search engines and maps. For example, 97% of people search online to find local businesses, and 64% use Google Business Profile listings to find contact information such as phone numbers or addresses.
In addition, 70% of consumers use Google Maps to search for nearby businesses, and 86% look up business locations directly in Google Maps, according to SEO.com.
Appearing in Google Maps and local search results gives businesses direct access to large volumes of high-intent customers, which local SEO agencies understand and are therefore able to tailor their strategies accordingly.
Competition in large cities mainly affects how much optimization is required, not whether local SEO services work.
The most valuable placements, such as the Google Local Pack, receive a significant share of user attention.
Studies show 44% of local searchers click results in the Local 3-Pack, while businesses listed there generate 93% more actions (calls, clicks, and directions) than businesses ranked lower.
Because 80% of U.S. consumers search for local businesses online at least once per week, the visibility gained through strong local SEO, optimized Google Business Profile listings, and consistent local citations can generate substantial traffic and new local customers, even in highly competitive urban markets.
How do I find the best local SEO agency?
Finding the best local SEO company is a critical investment in your business's online success. Here's a guide to help you:
- Clarify your business goals, whether you need local SEO to improve rankings, increase visibility, or enhance your online reputation.
- Conduct a comprehensive search of local SEO companies with established reputations and positive client feedback.
- Scrutinize their service offerings and ensure they align with your needs.
- Request references from past clients. Speak with these clients to understand their experiences and results.
- Look for a company that offers tailored solutions rather than a one-size-fits-all strategy. Prioritize companies with local familiarity.
- Check if the cost/pricing structure aligns with your budget. Consider the value and results you're likely to receive as well.
- Conduct interviews with shortlisted candidates to get to know them better.
- Finalize your decision. After picking the best local SEO agency, carefully review the contract terms, including any hidden fees, contract duration, and cancellation policies.
What questions should I ask before hiring an agency?
Here's a list of questions you can ask when considering a local SEO agency:
Its Relevant Background
- How long has your company been providing local SEO services?
- Can you provide examples of successful local SEO campaigns you've worked on?
- What industries have you primarily helped with local SEO?
- Can you share examples of businesses you've helped succeed with local SEO? How do you tailor strategies to different local markets?
Services and Processes
- What specific local SEO services do you offer?
- How do you manage local business listings? What platforms do you focus on?
- How do you ensure a website is optimized for mobile devices?
- Do you provide ongoing monitoring and maintenance for local SEO efforts?
Related to Your Project
- How would you approach our local SEO project?
- How do you adapt your strategies to suit the unique needs and goals of our business?
- How do you handle communication and reporting throughout the project?
- Can you provide a breakdown of costs associated with the local SEO project, including any additional fees?
Sources
DesignRush sustains a directory of over 40,000 agencies categorized by service category, location, expertise, and reviews. We build our database in two ways:
- Our dedicated team of agency experts actively searches the web for top-performing companies. We then pull information from their websites, online presence, and client testimonials to verify their status and qualifications prior to listing.
- The agencies listed get notified of their profiles on the website and they can choose to claim it or not, which suggests their availability for more collaborations.
Agencies can also reach out to DesignRush and must go through the verification process prior to being listed.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Local SEO Companies
What services does a local SEO agency offer?
It provides specialized search engine optimization and digital marketing services designed to help businesses appear in Google Search, Google Maps, and other local search results when potential customers look for nearby services.
The goal is to increase visibility, drive traffic, and convert local searchers into local customers.
- Google Business Profile optimization: Creating or claiming the Google Business Profile, selecting the correct categories, adding photos, services, and products, optimizing descriptions and business attributes, managing Q&A and updates, and monitoring insights and engagement
- Local keyword research: Conducting keyword research to determine what people search for in a specific city, region, or service area, such as "plumber in San Diego", "Atlanta SEO services", "best dentist near me", "web design New York City". The research identifies high-intent keywords that drive local customer traffic and guides the agency's SEO strategy.
- Website optimization: Local SEO companies optimize a business website, so it can rank in both organic search results and location-based searches.
- Technical SEO: Website audits, page speed improvements, mobile optimization, schema markup for local businesses, internal linking improvements, and local landing page creation.
- Local link building: Building backlinks through local media coverage, partnerships with community organizations, local sponsorships, content marketing, and digital PR.
- Local landing page creation: For businesses targeting multiple cities or service areas, agencies create location-specific landing pages, such as "SEO services in Los Angeles", "web design agency in New York City", "home services in San Diego".
- Content marketing for local search: Providing content marketing services that target local keywords and answer common search queries.
- Local citations and directory listings: Building and managing local citations, i.e., mentions of a business's name, address, and phone number (NAP) across directories and platforms, including Apple Maps, Bing Places, Yelp, local business directories, and industry directories.
- Review and reputation management: Monitoring reviews across platforms, responding to customer feedback, implementing strategies to generate more reviews, and analyzing review sentiment for insights.
What is the difference between local SEO and SEO?
The main difference between local SEO and general search engine optimization (SEO) is the geographic focus of the search results.
Search engine optimization aims to improve a website's visibility in Google Search for broad keywords that can attract users from anywhere. It focuses on tactics such as technical SEO, content marketing, and backlink building to rank in global or national search results.
Local SEO focuses on helping a local business appear in local search results, especially in Google Maps and the Google Business Profile listings. It targets location-based queries such as "home services near me" or "web design in New York City," leveraging strategies including Google Business Profile optimization, local citations, and location-specific keyword research.
The difference is important because local search behavior is extremely common:
- About 46% of all Google searches have local intent.
- 86% of people look up business locations on Google Maps, and 42% of local searches click results in the Google Map Pack.
How much do local SEO services cost?
Local SEO services costs vary widely depending on the level of competition, the number of locations, and the scope of search engine optimization work required.
Businesses can expect to pay between $300 and $3,000 per month for most small and mid-sized businesses targeting local search results in Google Search and Google Maps.
According to multiple local SEO company sources, businesses in the United States usually pay a monthly retainer model:
- Basic packages: $300-$900/month for Google Business Profile optimization, local citations, and basic keyword research.
- Mid-tier local SEO services: $600-$2,000/month for technical SEO, content marketing, and broader local search optimization.
- Advanced campaigns: $2,000-$5,000+ per month for competitive markets or multi-location local businesses.
Other pricing models that a local search engine optimization company may offer include:
- Hourly consulting: $75-$250 per hour for SEO specialists.
- One-time projects: $500-$5,000 depending on the scope of the SEO strategy.
How do local SEO companies measure results and provide transparent reporting?
They measure performance using data from Google Search, Google Maps, and Google Business Profile to track visibility in local search results. Core metrics include keyword rankings, website traffic, and user engagement with listings.
Local SEO agencies monitor actions such as profile views, website clicks, phone calls, and direction requests through Google Business Profile Insights to determine whether an SEO strategy is improving visibility and attracting local customers.
To ensure transparent reporting, agencies typically deliver monthly reports that show trends in rankings, traffic, conversions, and reputation signals such as review growth and average star ratings. Reports may also include conversion data, like form submissions or phone calls, to show how search visibility translates into real leads.
How does Google Business Profile optimization improve local search rankings?
Google Business Profile optimization helps businesses rank higher in local search results and Google Maps by improving the relevance, completeness, and credibility of a listing. Google uses relevance, distance, and prominence to determine which businesses appear in local results, and an optimized profile helps signal that a local business is active and trustworthy.
Optimized profiles include accurate categories, services, photos, business descriptions, and consistent contact information.
According to Google, listings with photos receive 42% more requests for directions and 35% more website clicks than businesses without images. Additionally, review management plays a key role: businesses with strong ratings and frequent reviews tend to rank higher and attract more local customers.
What are the best local SEO agencies in the US?
The best local SEO agencies in the US are:
- Searchbloom
- 5.0 stars on DesignRush (50 reviews)
- 5.0 stars on Google (85 reviews)
- Top clients: Nordstrom, Rancher, XBOSoft, Suse
- SmartSites
- 5.0 stars on DesignRush (270 reviews)
- 4.9 stars on Google (877 reviews)
- Top clients: A&A Thermal Spray, AGA Truck Parts, Agape Health and Wellness, Agile Data Sites
- Funnel Boost Media
- 5.0 stars on DesignRush (89 reviews)
- 4.9 stars on Google (220 reviews)
- Top clients: JV Law Group, Khalid Auto Group, Bugco Pest Control, Eaton Family Law Group
- Jives Media
- 5.0 stars on DesignRush (30 reviews)
- 5.0 stars on Google (167 reviews)
- Top clients: Oracle, Poshmark, Thumbtacl
- ClearDigital
- 4.8 stars on DesignRush (5 reviews)
- 4.9 stars on Google (14 reviews)
- Top clients: Habu, Surescripts, Viral Nation, Cisco
