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Valynx LLC is an elite, US-registered remote software studio delivering high-performance Next.js, React, TypeScript, Python, and advanced AI agent integrations. We build custom SaaS platforms, intelligent automation flows, and cinematic, high-end UI/UX website rebuilds—like our recent scroll-driven Next.js...
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- Software Development
- AI Development
- Software Testing
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Buffalo, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We lead our clients to success through extensive tech and B2B AI marketing know-how, a strategic mindset, and a dedication to reaching new heights.Eliminate guesswork by following our proven framework. We optimize your premium brand positioning to attract 7-8 figure enterprise deals...
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- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Branding
- Advertising
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Our focus is on assisting entrepreneurs and small business owners in navigating the complexities of web technologies. We provide exceptional web solutions that not only meet customer needs but also achieve high rankings through fast, aesthetically pleasing page designs...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- Design Services
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Rochester, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Your company's story deserves to be heard, nationally. Ready to make headlines? Step into the spotlight. Get the publicity you deserve...
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- Public Relations
- Reputation Management
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- AI Development
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- Location
- White Plains, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $350/hr
MIS Services Inc Long Island digital marketing agency in Lindenhurst, NY since 2013. We deliver SEO, web design, PPC, content marketing, and AI search optimization (AEO/GEO) getting clients cited by ChatGPT, Google AI Overviews, and Perplexity. Specialty: HIPAA-safe healthcare marketing for medical, dental...
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- Reputation Management
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
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- Location
- Lindenhurst, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
KRS Creative builds elegant, clean, custom WordPress websites using Elementor Pro and UX/UI design in Figma. Based in Brooklyn, New York...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
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...
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- 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
Batista AI builds custom websites for NYC contractors and installs AI agent systems physically inside small businesses using Mac mini and Mac Studio hardware. Our AI agents handle lead generation, scheduling, invoicing, and customer follow-up 24/7 on Apple Silicon. We serve HVAC, plumbing, electrical...
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- Web Design
- AI Development
- Web Development
- SEO
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
SEO Jetty, a premier digital marketing agency, offers comprehensive and customized services to elevate your online presence. With a focus on SEO, content marketing, and a data-driven approach, we help businesses achieve long-term results and increased brand visibility. Trust our experienced team to drive your...
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- AEO
- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Liverpool, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $24/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
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...
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- 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
Midtown Tech empowers NYC businesses with digital web solutions for more recurring customers. Businesses include but are not limited to eCommerce, retail, fitness, service based businesses and more...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- SEO
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
As the 1st full-service marketing agency founded by Fortune 500 marketing director with 15+ years of U.S. experience, Douce specializes in Tech, Finance, AI, and E-commerce marketing. We combine enterprise-level strategy with startup agility to help brands grow fast and perform better...
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- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- Email Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Akxens Inc. is a premier enterprise software engineering firm redefining the standards of digital transformation by bridging the critical gap between boutique agility and institutional scale. We specialize in architecting high-performance digital infrastructure from custom ERP and CRM ecosystems to scalable...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- AI Development
- Digital Services
- Cybersecurity
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Bluelinks Agency is a specialist digital marketing partner that helps brands rank higher in search, protect their online reputation. Doing SEO, digital PR and press release, online reputation management, personal branding, automation with n8n and Make.com, and WordPress website development...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Forest, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We build AI-powered marketing automations that help service businesses convert more leads and save 10+ hours weekly on manual tasks...
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- AI Development
- Web Design
- SEO
- CRM Consulting
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Albany, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Innova Designz is a full-service creative agency offering branding, graphic design, 2D & 3D animation, ads creative, web development, app development, and SEO solutions. We help businesses stand out with innovative, tailored designs and digital strategies...
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- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Deer Park, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Hero Digital works at the nexus of business, design and technology to foster a meaningful customer experience. Our interdisciplinary teams collaborate with Fortune 500 companies like Comcast, Oracle & U.S. Bank to unlock their potential. We do this while promoting truth & beauty in people’s lives—an...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- PPC
- SEO
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
D Web Designer is a New York-based web design agency specializing in custom, high performance websites built for speed, clarity and long-term scalability. Serving businesses in New York City and beyond, the agency focuses on strategic design, SEO ready development, and custom WordPress solutions tailored to...
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- Web Design
- Print Design
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
JD Global is a leading digital marketing agency dedicated to helping businesses thrive in the digital age. With a global reach and a team of experienced professionals, we offer a comprehensive range of services...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Plainview, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Derntech help businesses transform their digital presence with modern web design, smart development, and data-driven marketing...
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- 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
Gaper.io builds and deploys production AI agents directly into enterprise workflows. Powered by OpenAI, Claude, and Gemini, our agents handle real work across healthcare, legal, finance, and operations. Unlike vendors who stop at demos, we go live in your stack in as little as 24 hours, with your team owning...
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- AI Development
- Software Development
- IT Services
- AEO
- SEO
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Average Hourly Rate
- $74/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Since 2014, Adweb Studio has delivered creative web design and development solutions for startups, SMEs, and enterprises. We craft high-performance websites and digital experiences that engage, convert, and drive growth through innovation, strategy, and design excellence...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- UI/UX Design
- SEO
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
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
SAY HELLO TO YOUR NEW DESIGN & GROWTH PARTNERWe help brands look better, sound clearer, and convert more. From custom websites built to perform, to bold branding and creative that actually gets noticed, everything we create is made to help your business stand out, build trust, and grow...
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- Web Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
At 10up, we think that where design and engineering knowledge intersect is where digital innovation frequently occurs...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Creative Services
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
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...
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- Digital Marketing
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Digital Trace is a web design and digital growth agency helping US small businesses turn their websites into their #1 sales asset. We specialize in high-performance custom websites, SEO, AI automation, and e-commerce development built to convert visitors into paying customers...
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- Digital Services
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
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- Location
- Selden, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Formwork Studios is the premiere Web Design and Digital Marketing Agency in North Eastern, PA. We provide human-centered that blend strategy, technology and design to solve complex problems and transform user experiences...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- AI Development
- Digital Marketing
- Branding
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Zynergetix Hub is an integrated digital agency that bridges creative vision with technical execution. We specialize in building high-performance websites, developing AI-powered automation solutions, and executing data-driven marketing strategies that generate measurable ROI. From SaaS platforms and e-commerce...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Software Development
- AI Development
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
TechDxon - The Digital Hexagon of Innovation and Creativity. Your digital innovation hub with cutting-edge services...
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- Web Development
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Video Production
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Digital Agency Marketing delivers AI SEO, Local SEO, General SEO, PPC, Lead Generation, Web Development & Social Media Marketing with 15+ years of trusted results...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
Hadrus Digital is a multidisciplinary digital studio helping businesses grow through digital marketing, web and mobile app development, UI/UX design, and AI solutions. We combine strategy, creativity, and technology to build scalable digital experiences that improve online visibility, customer engagement, and...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Blast Marketing is a digital marketing agency focused on supporting and growing small to medium-sized businesses. Founded by highly capable digital marketing experts with years of experience working with companies large and small, we value the relationships we build with our clients and are committed to your...
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- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
BillVolt is more than a medical billing companywe are a strategic revenue cycle partner dedicated to helping healthcare providers unlock their full financial potential. By combining advanced technology, AI driven workflows, and experienced healthcare professionals, we transform complex billing processes into...
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- Digital Services
- Customer Support
- IT Services
- Mobile App Development
- Software Testing
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- Location
- Spring Valley, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $5/hr
MoJo Small Business Marketing is a Long Island-based marketing consultancy led by Matthew Overs, a marketing expert and business advisor with over 15 years of experience. The practice provides customized digital marketing and lead-generation services, including SEO, SEM, social media, email and text...
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- AEO
- PPC
- Video Marketing
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- Location
- Malverne, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
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...
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- 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
C&I Studios is a global creative studio specializing in video production, photography, branding, graphic design, web design, and storytelling-driven marketing campaigns. The agency helps brands create impactful visual experiences that engage audiences and drive measurable results...
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- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Branding
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
AdSolve Media Were more than marketers; were growth architects. We help ambitious small and mid-sized businesses build bold brands, launch high-impact campaigns, and dominate the digital arena...
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- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Package Design
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $12/hr
Tan θ Software Studio is a Custom Blockchain Development Company. We are a team of 30+ young engineers to build MVPs for startups and Enterprise Solutions...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
- IT Services
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Nuventure Connect, established in 2009, delivers sustainable digital transformation through AI, IoT, and managed cloud services, offering secure, scalable global support backed by ISO 27001:2022 and SOC 2 certifications...
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- Cloud Consulting
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- SEO
- DevOps Consulting
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Our opinion is that your company's website and mobile app serve as an online representation of your brand. So, our goal is to create a fantastic responsive website and app...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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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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- 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.
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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. Â
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. Â
However, a realistic budget should reflect your work scope and depth, including industry competition, current SEO performance, service type, and content velocity. Â
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. Â
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.Â
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.Â
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.Â
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.Â
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.Â
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.Â
Consider a New York SEO agency if:Â
- Organic search is your main customer acquisition channel or growth challenge.Â
- You need specialized expertise in technical SEO, local SEO, eCommerce SEO, or multilingual SEO.Â
- You want deep search diagnostics, keyword strategy, and a focused SEO roadmap.Â
Consider a full-service digital marketing agency if:Â
- You want one agency to manage SEO alongside paid media, social media, content, and email marketing.Â
- You are launching a multi-channel campaign and need broader marketing support.Â
- You need paid search and SEO to work together as part of one integrated strategy.Â
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.Â
Strong SEO case studies should include:Â
- The starting baselineÂ
- The business problemÂ
- The project durationÂ
- The agency's strategy and executionÂ
- Measurable resultsÂ
- The broader business impactÂ
Ideally, the agency should also show case studies involving businesses with a similar sales cycle, geographic focus, website complexity, and level of competition.Â
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.Â
Watch out for the following:Â
- 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.Â
- 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.Â
- 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.Â
- 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.Â
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.Â
Here are a few questions to start with:Â
- How will you prioritize the work when budget and development resources are limited?Â
- 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?Â
- How will you handle attribution, lead quality, and pipeline tracking when SEO impact is not immediately obvious?Â
- How will you measure success in a way that aligns with our revenue goals, not just SEO metrics?Â
