PUBLISHER: The Business Research Company | PRODUCT CODE: 1387885
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“Freelancer SEO Services Global Market Report 2024 ” from The Business Research Company provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the market.
This report focuses on freelancer seo services market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond.
Where is the largest and fastest growing market for freelancer seo services? How does the market relate to the overall economy, demography and other similar markets? What forces will shape the market going forward? “The freelancer seo services market global report ” from The Business Research Company answers all these questions and many more.
The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market's historic and forecast market growth by geography.
Freelancers' SEO services refer to the search engine optimization offerings provided by independent contractors or freelancers to businesses. These freelancers are not permanent employees but instead work on a contractual basis, charging their clients based on various models, including man-hours, results-based fees, and click-based pricing, among others.
The primary categories of freelancers' SEO services encompass on-page SEO, off-page SEO, technical SEO, and other related services. On-page SEO involves the optimization of web page content to enhance visibility on search engines and improve the user experience. Common practices in on-page SEO include optimizing title tags, content, internal linking, and URLs. These services are utilized by a wide range of businesses, including large enterprises and small to mid-sized enterprises (SMEs).
The freelancers' SEO services market research report is one of a series of new reports from The Business Research Company that provides freelancers' SEO services market statistics, including freelancers' SEO services industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with a freelancers' SEO services market share, detailed freelancers' SEO services market segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the freelancers' SEO services industry. This freelancers' SEO services market research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry.
The freelancer seo services market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $14.19 billion in 2023 to $16.8 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 18.4%. The growth observed during the historical period can be attributed to several key factors, including the dominance of search engines, the expansion of e-commerce, the adoption of content marketing strategies, regular algorithm updates, and the evolving competitive landscape.
The freelancer seo services market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $32.13 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 17.6%. Anticipated growth in the forecast period can be primarily ascribed to various factors, including the optimization for voice search, the shift towards mobile-first indexing, the focus on local SEO and map listings, the optimization of video and visual search, and the increased use of AI and automation in the industry. Notable trends that are expected to shape this period include a heightened emphasis on content quality and relevance, technical SEO enhancements, optimizing user experience (UX), the prevalence of featured snippets and zero-click searches, and the growing importance of voice search and conversational SEO.
The proliferation of internet usage globally is anticipated to fuel the expansion of the freelancer SEO services market in the foreseeable future. The surge in internet adoption in daily life has led to an upswing in various digital activities. As the internet becomes an increasingly vital marketing tool for businesses, SEO stands out as a highly effective means to enhance website traffic. Web searches significantly influence e-commerce activities, with 81% of individuals looking online for products or services. Notably, in January 2022, DataReportal indicated a total of 307.2 million internet users in the United States, with a notable increase of 8.4 million (2.8%) from 2021. As SEO remains pivotal in enhancing the visibility of products or services, the escalating internet penetration stands as a key driver for the freelancer SEO services market.
The escalating e-commerce sector is poised to be a driving force behind the expansion of the freelancer SEO services market in the future. The growth of e-commerce can be attributed to its convenient nature, wide product variety, competitive pricing, and enhanced accessibility. Online shopping allows consumers the flexibility to make purchases from any location at any time, along with the convenience of doorstep delivery, propelling its sustained growth and popularity. Given that e-commerce heavily relies on online visibility and digital marketing, businesses often seek Freelancer SEO Services to remain competitive in the digital realm. These services assist in optimizing websites, improving search engine rankings, and augmenting online visibility, thus attracting potential customers and bolstering sales. As reported by Forbes Advisor in February 2023, global online sales witnessed a significant increase from $5.21 trillion in 2021 to $5.71 trillion in 2022, with projections estimating a surge to $8.14 trillion by 2026. Additionally, an estimated 20.8% of retail transactions are anticipated to occur online in 2023.
The burgeoning trend of companies establishing in-house SEO teams to cater to their distinct organizational needs is anticipated to impede the growth of the freelancer SEO services market. As companies expand, the creation of an in-house SEO team becomes imperative to streamline operations. In-house teams ensure cost efficiency, faster campaign turnaround times, and align strategies with brand objectives, data security, and resource quality. Furthermore, having an in-house team provides greater control over the outcomes. According to the In-house Agency Forum's productivity and pandemic report, in-house agencies have observed a 7% growth since 2019. Additionally, the availability of online SEO tools enables individuals to optimize searches without necessarily engaging third-party SEO service providers. The rise in in-house teams and the accessibility of SEO tools online collectively affect the growth of the freelancer SEO services market in an adverse manner.
Voice search is witnessing a significant surge in demand within the freelancers' SEO services market, propelled by its increasing integration into daily routines. The ubiquity of smartphones and smart speakers has notably expanded the scope of voice-based searches. According to recent research, voice search is a daily practice for approximately 59% of individuals in the 18 - 24 age bracket, 65% within the 25 to 49 age range, and 57% among those over 50 years old. Nevertheless, the utilization of voice search diminishes notably among the 55+ age group but retains higher adoption rates within the younger demographic. Recent statistics from the Global Web Index through Datareportal suggest that, on average, about 45% of the population engages in voice commands or voice search. This behavior is prevalent among 60% of Indian users, followed by 56% of Indonesians and 55% of Chinese internet users aged between 16 and 64, using voice interfaces monthly across various devices like mobiles, desktops, and tablets. Virtual assistants are becoming increasingly adept at comprehending natural speech patterns, making voice assistants an intriguing and continually improving innovation.
Noteworthy players in the freelance SEO services market are leveraging innovative AI solutions, like ChatGPT, to secure a competitive advantage. ChatGPT, an adaptable AI language model developed by OpenAI, is specifically crafted for engaging in text-based conversations, delivering information, generating text, and supporting a wide spectrum of tasks and topics. For example, in May 2022, OpenAI, a U.S.-based technology solutions company, unveiled ChatGPT, a versatile tool suitable for a myriad of functions, such as answering queries, content generation, explanations, recommendations, and fostering interactive, informative text-based conversations. ChatGPT's capabilities extend to aiding SEO services by producing SEO-optimized content, offering insights on keyword research, suggesting content optimization strategies, addressing SEO-related inquiries, facilitating SEO audits, and keeping professionals abreast of industry trends. It stands as a valuable resource for bolstering website visibility and enhancing search engine rankings.
Major companies operating in the freelancer seo services market include Searchbloom LLC, NextLeft LLC, SmartSites LLC, SEOBABA, OMR Digital, Reputation BUILDUP LLC, Dcloud Solutions, SeoRankExpert Digital Agency, SEO Climber LLC, Boston SEO Services, DigiVisi LLC, Kbos2hm, Peak Websites LLC, Kanoobi Media (Pty) Ltd., Mr. Technique Inc., Digital Ducats Inc., Lockedown Design & SEO LLC, WEBDESK SOLUTION, Mad Fish Digital LLC, Akash Srivastava, Ignite Visibility LLC, Intero Digital LLC, Manta Media Inc., SEO Design Chicago LLC, Straight North LLC, Titan Growth LLC, Victorious SEO LLC, Coalition Technologies LLC, Thrive Internet Marketing Agency LLC, Boostability LLC, Directive Consulting LLC, SEO Brand Inc., SocialSEO LLC, OuterBox Inc., SEO Inc.
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the freelancers' SEO services market in 2023. Middle East is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the freelancer seo services market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa
The countries covered in the freelancer seo services market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Italy, Spain, Canada
The freelancers' SEO services market includes revenues earned by entities by content SEO, local SEO, mobile SEO and eCommerce SEO. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.