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Ranking Proof for 2026
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Increased Rankings 6 to 20 Positions from 1 to 3 Months
15% Discount on SEO Packages until 1 Feb 2026
SEO Pricing South Africa 2026
No hidden costs. No vague promises. Just honest SEO pricing with performance guarantees and month-by-month timelines. Compare South Africa's most comprehensive SEO packages.
Our Performance-Guaranteed SEO Packages
Every package includes our unique Performance Promise: If you don't see top 10 rankings for at least 60% of target keywords within 6 months, you get 2 months free service.
Local Growth Starter
Perfect for small businesses targeting a specific city or region in South Africa
per month (excl. VAT)
Minimum 3 months
- 5 service keyword optimisations (local focus)
- 5 service area pages creation
- Google Business Profile setup & optimisation
- 4 GBP posts per month
- 2 SEO-optimised blog posts per month
- On-page website SEO (up to 10 pages)
- Technical SEO audit & fixes
- Schema markup implementation
- Monthly performance report
- Google Analytics and GSC monitoring
📌 Optional Add-On:
Website Design with hosting: +R1,500/month (excl. VAT)
Based on 12 month agreement. Excludes domain purchase or annual renewal
✓ Includes: Weekly GBP updates, monthly content creation, continuous technical monitoring
Get Started with Local SEOMarket Leader Pro
For growing businesses targeting Gauteng, Western Cape, or KwaZulu-Natal
per month (excl. VAT)
Minimum 3 months
- 15 service keyword optimisations (local focus)
- 15 top service area pages creation
- Google Business Profile setup & optimisation
- GBP live drives: 3 per day - 2 keywords
- 4 GBP posts per month
- 4 Facebook posts per month
- 4 Twitter posts per month
- 4 Instagram posts per month
- 4 YouTube explainer SEO-optimised videos
- 4 SEO-optimised blog posts per month
- On-page website SEO (core 30 pages)
- Cloud stack ranking links
- Backlinks up to DA30+
- Technical SEO audit & fixes
- Schema markup implementation
- Monthly performance report
- Monthly 30 min Teams/Zoom meeting
- Google Analytics and GSC monitoring
📌 Optional Add-On:
Website Design with hosting: +R2,500/month (excl. VAT)
Based on 12 month agreement. Excludes domain purchase or annual renewal
✓ Includes: Daily GBP drives, social media management, video content, quality backlinks, monthly strategy calls
Start Provincial DominationEnterprise Domination
For established businesses targeting all of South Africa or highly competitive industries
per month (excl. VAT)
Minimum 6 months
- 40 service keyword optimisations (local focus)
- 30 top service area pages + subdomains for 3 top provinces
- Google Business Profile setup & optimisation (3 top offices)
- GBP live drives: 6 per day - 5 keywords
- 8 GBP posts per month (per GBP profile)
- 8 Facebook posts per month
- 8 Twitter posts per month
- 8 Instagram posts per month
- 8 YouTube explainer SEO-optimised videos
- 4 SEO-optimised blog posts per month
- On-page website SEO (core 30 pages + subdomain for top 3 provinces)
- Cloud stack ranking links
- Backlinks up to DA30+
- Technical SEO audit & fixes
- Schema markup implementation
- Monthly performance report
- Monthly 30 min Teams/Zoom meeting
- Google Analytics and GSC monitoring
📌 Optional Add-On:
Website Design with hosting: +R3,500/month (excl. VAT)
Based on 12 month agreement. Excludes domain purchase or annual renewal
✓ Includes: Multi-location GBP management, provincial subdomains, intensive daily GBP drives, video content, comprehensive social media
Claim Market Leadership💰 Additional Services Available (Transparent Pricing)
Boost your SEO results with these complementary services:
- Google Ads Management: R1,500 excl. VAT per month (minimum ad budget R3,000+)
Professional campaign setup, keyword research, ad copywriting, bid management, and monthly optimisation - Facebook Ads Management: R1,500 excl. VAT per month (minimum ad budget R2,000+)
Audience targeting, creative design, A/B testing, and conversion tracking across Facebook & Instagram - Live Drive Packages: On request
Boost your Google Business Profile rankings with targeted live drives-proven to improve local map pack visibility
Why combine SEO with Paid Advertising?
While SEO builds long-term organic visibility (4-7 months), paid advertising delivers immediate traffic. We recommend running Google or Facebook Ads alongside SEO for the first 3-6 months to generate leads whilst your organic rankings develop. Many clients see 400-600% better overall ROI with this combined approach.
SEO Pricing Reality in South Africa (2026 Data)
Detailed Package Comparison
See exactly what's included at each level-no surprises
| Service | Local Growth Starter | Market Leader Pro | Enterprise Domination |
|---|---|---|---|
| Target Keywords | 5 service keywords | 15 service keywords | 40 service keywords |
| Service Area Pages | 5 pages | 15 pages | 30 pages + 3 provincial subdomains |
| Blog Posts per Month | 2 | 4 | 4 |
| YouTube SEO Videos | ✗ | 4 per month | 8 per month |
| GBP Posts per Month | 4 | 4 | 8 per profile |
| GBP Live Drives | ✗ | 3 daily (2 keywords) | 6 daily (5 keywords) |
| Social Media Posts | ✗ | 4 per platform (FB, Twitter, IG) | 8 per platform (FB, Twitter, IG) |
| Link Building | ✗ | Cloud stack + DA30+ backlinks | Cloud stack + DA30+ backlinks |
| On-Page SEO | 10 pages | 30 core pages | 30 pages + provincial subdomains |
| Technical SEO | ✓ Audit & fixes | ✓ Audit & fixes | ✓ Audit & fixes |
| Monthly Strategy Meetings | ✗ | 30 min Teams/Zoom | 30 min Teams/Zoom |
| Google Business Profiles | 1 profile | 1 profile | 3 top offices |
| Analytics & GSC Monitoring | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Website Design Add-On | +R1,500/month | +R2,500/month | +R3,500/month |
Our Unprecedented Performance Guarantee
Unlike other South African SEO agencies, we put our money where our mouth is:
- First Page Promise: If 60% of your target keywords don't reach page 1 within 6 months, get 2 months free
- Traffic Guarantee: We commit to a minimum 150% organic traffic increase within 9 months
- Transparency Pledge: Full access to all tools, reports, and processes-no black box SEO
- Flexible Terms: After initial 3 months, go month-to-month with 30 days notice
What to Expect: Month-by-Month Timeline
Most agencies are vague about timelines. Here's exactly what happens each month.
Months 1-2: Foundation & Strategy
Comprehensive audit, competitor analysis, keyword research, technical fixes, and content strategy development. You'll see improved site speed and technical scores.
Months 3-4: Content & Authority Building
First rankings appear for low-competition keywords. Content publishing in full swing. Initial link building results. Expect 30-50% traffic increase.
Months 5-6: Momentum & Rankings
Multiple first page rankings. Traffic increase of 100-150%. Lead generation improves significantly. This is where ROI becomes evident.
Months 7-12: Dominance & Optimisation
60%+ keywords on page 1. Traffic increase of 200-400%. Focus shifts to conversion optimisation and maintaining authority. Consistent lead flow.
Frequently Asked Questions
Industry-Specific SEO Investment Guide
Different industries require different SEO budgets. Here's our honest assessment:
| Industry | Competition Level | Recommended Package | Time to Results | Typical ROI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Legal Services (Lawyers) | High | Enterprise Domination | 6-9 months | 500-800% |
| Medical/Healthcare | High | Market Leader Pro / Enterprise | 5-8 months | 400-600% |
| Plumbing/Trades | Medium | Local Growth Starter | 3-5 months | 600-1000% |
| E-commerce | High | Enterprise Domination | 6-12 months | 300-500% |
| Property Services | Medium-High | Market Leader Pro | 4-7 months | 400-700% |
| Construction | Medium | Local Growth / Market Leader | 4-6 months | 500-800% |
| Hospitality | Medium | Local Growth Starter | 3-6 months | 400-700% |
| B2B Services | Low-Medium | Market Leader Pro | 5-7 months | 600-900% |