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- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1000/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Your trusted SEO agency in Florida for higher rankings, more traffic, and measurable business growth. Johnny's Digital, a leading Digital Marketing Agency, helps expand your business online and drive growth in multiple directions with innovative digital strategies...
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- SEO
- Location
- Port Washington, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $500/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
HikeOne Creatives is a results-driven digital agency specializing in website design and development, SEO, and comprehensive digital marketing solutions...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Design Services
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $500/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Full-Service Digital Marketing Agency CTThe internet is the largest marketing tool so let us make it work for you! At Online Biz Builders we help your business grow its online presence and reach new audiences...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Digital Services
- Web Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Hicksville, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
AMP It Up PR is an award-winning agency specializing in innovative PR, digital marketing, branding and influencer campaigns. With a proven track record of amplifying brand visibility and driving measurable success, we deliver tailored strategies to help businesses thrive in competitive markets...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Public Relations
- Digital Strategy
- Design Services
- Branding
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Boutique digital marketing agency specializing in local SEO...
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- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Your company can succeed by using the correct marketing tools the right way. As a small business marketing agency, Solutions for Growth delivers a full range of marketing tools for consistent results. Deep experience and outstanding client service are the trademarks of Solutions for Growth's exceptional team...
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- Content Marketing
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- South Salem, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
TIBINT was founded in 2016 and set to change how businesses utilize digital marketing. Progress is only possible with change. So let’s change things up!...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
LoudEgg reviews and stress-tests marketing, creative, and productivity tools, then shares tutorials and brand strategy for creators and Brands who want to stand out...
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- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Software Testing
- Design Services
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Manhasset, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Improve your websites visibility on Google with Search Engine Optimization (SEO) strategies from a results driven digital marketing agency designed to increase organic traffic, improve keyword rankings, and support long-term online growth...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Email Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
PixelPropel is a WordPress development and digital solutions agency focused on creating fast, modern, and user-friendly websites. We help businesses build a strong online presence through custom WordPress development, website redesign, speed optimization, SEO-friendly structures, and ongoing website support...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Branding
- Package Design
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Specializing in nonprofit SEO, NewSunSEO focuses on maximizing organic reach, with 82% of search clicks coming from organic listings. While businesses often spend 80% on display ads, our expertise redirects resources for a greater online impact...
Top Services:
- SEO
- PPC
- Web Design
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Griffon Webstudios has years of experience in providing the best digital marketing, website development, mobile app, ai and blockchain development services in New York. We understand the dynamic world of search marketing and our team of experienced engineers and marketing consultants will work dedicatedly to...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Blockchain
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Hyperlocal search is a core strength at Digital Drew, where SEO campaigns are built around neighborhood-level targeting, local listings, content strategy, and technical optimization. The NY-based SEO agency is a strong fit for businesses competing in densely populated local markets...
Top Services:
- Social Media Marketing
- Email Marketing
- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 14 Projects Listed
Creative website design agency in Buffalo, NY. We give our clients the edge over their competition...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- Location
- Buffalo, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Main Street ROI is a digital marketing agency based in New York. Our services include SEO, Google Ads, Facebook Ads, and WordPress websites...
Top Services:
- PPC
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Water Mill, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
NuStream Media was founded on nine years of experience in advertising and marketing. Based out of Allentown, PA, we aim to assist small- to medium-size businesses in the Lehigh Valley, Philadelphia, New York, and surrounding areas. Our services allow our customers to gain the edge they need to stand out and...
Top Services:
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
As a leading authority in business growth and digital innovation, we cultivate and propel your vision. You've come this far, let us take you further...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Growrilla Digital is a full service digital marketing agency specializing in ecommerce solutions. We help brands grow their audience, traffic and revenue through strategic use of paid ads, SEO, retention marketing, social media and branding...
Top Services:
- eCommerce
- eCommerce Development
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- SEO
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
My Marketing Stars is a vibrant digital marketing agency in New York that has a lot to offer to businesses in terms of online growth and real performance. With a group of skilled marketers, we give a large list of services like SEO, social media marketing, PPC ads, content creation, and web development...
Top Services:
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Consortium NYC specializes in affordable web design and SEO services for small businesses seeking organic lead generation without paid ads. Our NYC-based team creates SEO-optimized websites from the ground up, focusing on voice search optimization and AI-friendly content that ranks naturally in Google. We...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- SEO
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Derntech help businesses transform their digital presence with modern web design, smart development, and data-driven marketing...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Iluma Marketing is a marketing intelligence agency specializing in SEO, content strategy, and local search dominance. We help businesses move beyond short-term traffic tactics by transforming organic visibility into a long-term digital asset. Through proprietary frameworks like ILA™, AdLuma™, and...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We build high performance websites, SEO driven marketing systems, automation workflows, AI powered solutions, and content strategies designed to increase visibility, engagement, and revenue...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Reputation Management
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Buffalo, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Copper City Digital is a web design and digital marketing agency based in Rome, New York, serving small businesses across Central New York and beyond. The company combines web design, digital marketing, local SEO, and AI-powered automation to help businesses improve their online visibility, generate leads...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Digital Services
- Branding
- SEO
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- Location
- Rome, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
LCGraphics helps small and service-based businesses turn their websites into lead-generating machines. We specialize in fast, high-converting designs, mobile optimization, and SEO-focused builds that dont just look good but actually drive calls, bookings, and revenue...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
- Software Development
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- Location
- Cortland, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We're Yellowfin Development, a Long Island web design and digital marketing studio led by founder Stephen Knight. With roots in web work since 1996 and Yellowfin founded in 2013, our one-owner model delivers hands-on WordPress/WooCommerce sites, hosting, email, SEO, Google Ads and ongoing support. We...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Freeport, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Top Canadian digital marketing firm Mediaforce has been working with companies since 1996. We offer data-driven, strategic marketing solutions, such as managing Google Ads, SEO, and Social Media Marketing, in addition to award-winning website design and securewebsite hosting...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- eCommerce
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Qodestar is a digital studio focused on building clean, high-performing mobile apps and digital experiences. We partner with startups, growing businesses, and creative teams to transform ideas into intuitive mobile solutions through thoughtful design and development...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Product Design
- UI/UX Design
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Premium web design and digital solutions that convert visitors into customers built for businesses that refuse to blend in...
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- SEO
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Combining creativity with technical proficiency, delivering visually captivating designs that effectively communicate brand messages. With a strong focus on collaboration and client satisfaction, and striving to exceed expectations and forge meaningful partnerships...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Video Production
- Print Design
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- Location
- Brookville, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We Help Launch, Manage and Optimize Customer-Getting Online Marketing Campaigns...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $57/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We help businesses scale by improving their marketing funnels, offer, running paid ads and social media and building ai automation systems for making experience faster and more comfortable...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- Business Consulting
- Web Development
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $55/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Genie Crawl builds ongoing SEO programs for businesses that want flexibility, offering month-to-month engagements instead of long-term contracts. Its work spans local search, content marketing, technical optimization, and Google Maps visibility...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Web Development
- eCommerce
- Show more
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
We are a Digital Marketing and Development Company based in NewYork. An ultimate solution for all your digital problems. Find the best yet affordable Logo design, Web design, and Branding packages. No matter if you are a startup company or an established one, we makesure to give your business a good boost...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Video Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
All in One Digital Marketing Platform- Built to Grow Your Business 123. AiLOQ is one-stop concierge-style expert digital marketing services from one central platform to grow your business. Top Business Solutions...
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- Digital Marketing
- Advertising
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We isolate the wrong tools and outdated frameworks draining your revenueand engineer the exact system you need to scale...
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- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Webmasters are akin to a maestro of a symphany, the maestro was know all of the instruments and must know how to make them come together. The webmaster is the same in a sense because a webmaster must know all aspects of a website and be able to bring all the elements together to provide an excellent website...
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- SEO
- Web Design
- Location
- Syosset, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
American Logo Artist is your go-to partner for logo design and branding services that aim to make your brand unforgettable. With a commitment to creativity, innovation, and client satisfaction, We help businesses establish a strong and distinctive online presence...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Web Design
- Show more
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
SEO G.O.A.T. stands for "SEO Greatest of All Time," capturing our mission to remain at the forefront of the industry. Our team of elite SEO and link-building professionals began collaborating in 2020. We believe that high-quality backlinks from guest posts on reputable websites are crucial for search engine...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Organic SEO Company specializes in sustainable, results-driven SEO strategies to boost online visibility, increase traffic, and improve search rankings for businesses...
Top Services:
- Digital Strategy
- SEO
- Direct Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Market Research
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Proxibo is a full-service digital marketing agency offering a wide range of services including search engine optimization (SEO), social media marketing, pay-per-click (PPC) advertising, content marketing, and website development...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Web Development
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- Location
- Delhi, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We offer professional SEO services located in Long Beach, New York that help websites increase their organic search score drastically in order to compete for the highest rankings even when it comes to highly competitive keywords...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Reputation Management
- CRO
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Long Beach, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
SharpFront builds high-converting websites for local businesses. Mobile-responsive design that turns visitors into customers...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- SEO
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
WebSmitherz is a digital development agency building fast, scalable websites, custom web applications, eCommerce solutions, and search strategies for businesses that want technology to work as a growth engine...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Tech Engineers Group builds websites, apps and cloud software and runs GEO (AI search optimization) for New York businesses, and delivers the same work white-label for marketing and SEO agencies. Piermont, NY, since 2019. 170+ agency projects since 2023, NDA on every one...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- SEO
- IT Services
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Piermont, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Bizlutions is your one-stop shop to get your business going. From website design and digital marketing, to business operations support, Bizlutions is here to help...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Web Design
- Show more
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
At VR IT Services Pro, we specialize in blockchain development and web development. We design secure, decentralized applications (dApps) that function on distributed ledger systems. Our expertise extends to customized web solutions, digital marketing, Mobile App Development, and ERP Services, serving as a...
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- Blockchain
- Web Development
- IT Services
- ERP Consulting
- Web Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
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- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- eCommerce
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Welcome to "US Design Hub" where creativity meets innovation! We are not just a design agency; we are your partners in bringing your visions to life. We understand the power of impactful design in transforming ideas into compelling visual stories...
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- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Digital Services
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Show more
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
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How to Hire SEO Companies in New York
How do you choose the right SEO service type for your business?
Choose the SEO service type that aligns with your customer search behavior, business needs, and the constraints that are blocking your growth.
Below are the most common SEO services:
| SEO service | Choose it when | Best for |
| Local SEO | You need to improve visibility in Google Maps, Google Business Profiles, and local-intent searches | Small businesses targeting a specific city, neighborhood, or service area |
| Technical SEO | You need to fix crawling, indexing, rendering, site architecture, speed, or mobile usability issues | Organizations with complex websites or engineering-related SEO problems |
| On-page SEO and content | You need stronger service pages, topic coverage, internal linking, and people-first content | Businesses with weak coverage, thin pages, and low relevance |
| eCommerce SEO | You need help with category pages, product pages, faceted navigation, and product discovery | Brands with large catalogs and require product/category discovery |
| International SEO | You serve multiple countries, regions, or languages and need the right URL structure and localization signals | Businesses with multi-country or multilingual websites |
| Off-page SEO | You need credible mentions and links from real sources, not link schemes | Brands with strong content but weak website authority |
A recent study on Google algorithm ranking factors found that the consistent publication of satisfying content (23%) is the most influential SEO factor. This is followed by keywords in the meta title tag (14%), backlinks (13%), niche expertise (13%), and search engagement (12%).
How do you determine if the SEO agencies in New York are the right fit for your business?
The right SEO agencies in New York are those who have proven results in your specific niche and competitive borough, such as Manhattan or Brooklyn. Additionally, these agencies align their capabilities and operating models to match your needs.
Here is a side-by-side comparison to better help your evaluation process:
| Strong fit | Weak fit |
| Client record of businesses with the same model, sales cycle, and search complexity | Client record that shows named brands but are unrelated to your buyer journey or site type |
| Provides expertise in the SEO type you need | Offers generic SEO coverage, and does not customize its services to your needs |
| Case studies show baseline, work performed, time frame, and business outcomes | Case studies only show ranking screenshots and vanity traffic |
| Offers a named team, clear scope, transparent reporting, and reasonable contract terms | Guarantees results, but is vague about its delivery team methods |
According to a Backlinko study, the following are the primary factors that businesses consider when choosing an SEO company:
- Reputation: 74%
- Cost: 70%
- Reputation in a specific industry: 59%
- Google rankings: 59%
- Referrals: 55%
- Case studies: 49%
Additionally, 78% of businesses say that the SEO agency's location is important when choosing a partner.
What information should you receive from SEO companies in New York before making a final decision?
Before making a final decision, you should have a clear view of the agency's proposed priorities, realistic expected outcomes, reporting approach, named team, tool stack, and access requirements.
With that information, you can more objectively evaluate whether an agency understands your business, can address your search performance challenges, and is likely to support your goals.
Credible SEO agencies in New York should be able to provide:
- Examples of previous projects relevant to your industry, target market, website type, and project scope
- An initial view of your competitors, audience, and search opportunity
- A proposed SEO strategy with clear priorities
- Realistic expectations for short-term and longer-term outcomes
- A communication plan, including meeting cadence and points of contact
- Sample monthly reports showing how they track traffic, conversions, and business impact
What should be included in your SEO contract?
Your contract with a New York SEO agency should include a clear scope of work, named team members and responsibilities, deliverables, timelines and milestones, payment terms, asset ownership, and a termination clause.
Look for the following when reviewing your SEO contract:
- Defined roles and processes: Identifies the day-to-day team, their responsibilities, and the level of account access required. For example, the agency may manage technical SEO and link outreach, while your internal team handles content approvals.
- Description of tasks: Defines the scope of work and the specific deliverables included in the engagement.
- Timeline: Outlines the contract term, delivery schedule, milestones, and project phases.
- Reporting: States how often reports will be delivered, what metrics they will include, and which supporting data sources will be used, such as Google Analytics and Google Search Console. Some agencies may also provide a sample report.
- Payment terms: Explains pricing, billing schedule, payment deadlines, and how out-of-scope work will be priced. It should also address late payments and any required upfront payments.
- Ownership of work: Clarifies who owns the content, deliverables, accounts, data, and other assets created or managed during the engagement, and how control will be transferred at the end of the contract.
- Contract duration: States the start date and end date of the agreement.
- Termination clause: Explains the notice period, offboarding process, and any conditions for ending the agreement early.
- Scope change process: Describes how changes in scope will be handled, such as through a change order, revised proposal, or contract addendum.
- Confidentiality clause: Defines which business information, data, assets, and results must be kept confidential.
By including these terms, you reduce misunderstandings, protect your assets, and make it easier to transition away from the agency if needed.
What can you expect in the first 90 days of your engagement?
In the first 90 days, your New York SEO agency would usually deliver an SEO audit, prioritized roadmap, baseline measurement setup, initial keyword and content research, and the resolution of critical errors.
Because SEO results often take time, be cautious of agencies that promise major ranking, traffic, or revenue gains in the first 90 days.
Expect the following in the first 90 days of your engagement with the New York SEO agency:
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6 Frequently Asked Questions About SEO Agencies in New York
What is a realistic budget for SEO services in New York?
A realistic budget for SEO services in New York is about 5%-10% of your marketing budget, or about $7,000-$15,000 per month for small businesses and over $25,000 per month for enterprise-level work.
According to a study by First Page Sage, SEO companies in NY charge an average of $9,000 per month, one of the highest rates for SEO services in the United States.
However, a realistic budget should reflect your work scope and depth, including industry competition, current SEO performance, service type, and content velocity.
For instance, small projects that require local citations and features, light outreach, and 1-2-page updates may expect to pay $3,000-$5,000 for the project.
However, projects that require monthly outreach campaigns, high-authority links, continuous optimization, and index control, and four content pieces per month may total $25,000 per month.
How long does it take for a search engine optimization firm in New York to show meaningful results?
According to Google's official statement, it takes at least 4 months to see meaningful results from SEO strategies.
However, a reputable search engine optimization firm in New York will base its expected outcomes on your current website authority, target niche, industry competitiveness, and aggressiveness of your strategies. It may also shift the timeline due to Google Algorithm updates.
Typically, you can expect the following quick wins within 4 months: reduced site errors and increased impressions, traffic, and rankings for low-competition keywords. However, these results may fluctuate as Google starts indexing and crawling your pages.
After 6 months, your results become more stable, and you start recording improved rankings, especially for long-tail keywords and broad keyword groups. You will also notice regular traffic, conversions, and revenue from your SEO strategies.
When should you hire a NY SEO agency vs. a digital marketing agency?
Hire a New York SEO agency when organic search is your main growth channel, and a digital marketing agency when you need one partner to coordinate strategy across multiple channels.
Consider a New York SEO agency if:
- Organic search is your main customer acquisition channel or growth challenge.
- You need specialized expertise in technical SEO, local SEO, eCommerce SEO, or multilingual SEO.
- You want deep search diagnostics, keyword strategy, and a focused SEO roadmap.
Consider a full-service digital marketing agency if:
- You want one agency to manage SEO alongside paid media, social media, content, and email marketing.
- You are launching a multi-channel campaign and need broader marketing support.
- You need paid search and SEO to work together as part of one integrated strategy.
What should you look for in the case studies of SEO agencies in New York?
When reviewing case studies from SEO agencies in New York, look for clear methods, realistic timeframes, measurable business impact, and examples that are relevant to your business model and goals.
Strong SEO case studies should include:
- The starting baseline
- The business problem
- The project duration
- The agency's strategy and execution
- Measurable results
- The broader business impact
Ideally, the agency should also show case studies involving businesses with a similar sales cycle, geographic focus, website complexity, and level of competition.
What red flags should you pay attention to?
The biggest red flags when evaluating SEO companies in New York are guaranteed rankings, vague methods, manipulative tactics, weak proof, early grabs for control, and reporting that never connects SEO to business outcomes.
Watch out for the following:
- Ranking guarantees: Google evaluates over 200 ranking factors to determine the ranking of a page, meaning no agency can guarantee rankings. Agencies that promise first-page rankings in 30 days, guaranteed traffic, or priority submission are not making credible SEO commitments.
- Vague methods: If an agency cannot clearly explain what it plans to do, why it matters, and what the expected outcome is, it might be using risky tactics that hurt search performance over time.
- Weak case studies: Case studies that have no baseline, timeframe, process explanation, and relevant references may not be relevant to your business context. As such, these act more as sales copy rather than proof of work.
- Vanity reporting: Strong SEO reporting connects search visibility to meaningful business outcomes, such as qualified traffic, leads, sales, or other conversions. If an agency reports only rankings, impressions, or isolated keyword movements, it may not be tying SEO work to real business value.
- Ownership issues: Any agency that pushes for admin access, server access, or domain control before earning your trust creates unnecessary risk. During the audit or assessment stage, read-only access is usually the safer starting point.
What questions should you ask SEO companies in New York?
When interviewing SEO companies in NY, ask about how they prioritize work, who will actually work on your account, how they handle attribution, what realistic outcomes they expect, and how they will connect SEO performance to your business goals.
Here are a few questions to start with:
- How will you prioritize the work when budget and development resources are limited?
- Who will work on our SEO account? What will be outsourced, and what level of senior involvement should we expect?
- What is realistically achievable within the first 90 days?
- How will you handle attribution, lead quality, and pipeline tracking when SEO impact is not immediately obvious?
- How will you measure success in a way that aligns with our revenue goals, not just SEO metrics?
