SEO Agency

You want to rank high on Google but don't know where to start. When you search for "SEO agency," hundreds of companies pop up. Which one truly knows their stuff? Why are the prices so different? Are those offering guaranteed results trustworthy? On this page, you'll find honest answers to these questions instead of gilded promises.

At Bilcod, we've been doing SEO since 2008. We've experienced Google's Panda, Penguin, and Core Updates. We've brought hundreds of projects to the top ranks on Google and continue to do so. We're sharing this experience with you.

Quick Summary: Choosing an SEO Agency

Monthly SEO package price range

14,500 - 57,500 TL/month

When are initial results seen

3-6 months (varies by industry)

Number of active SEO agencies in Turkey

500+ (20-30 are high-quality)

Most critical selection criterion

Transparent reporting + references

Can an agency offering guarantees be trusted?

No (Google determines ranking)

What Does an SEO Agency Do?

An SEO agency ensures your website ranks higher on Google. But this one-sentence definition is just the surface. Here's what an SEO agency actually does:

Technical SEO

We optimize your site's infrastructure to be understood by Google. Site speed, mobile compatibility, crawl errors, XML sitemap, robots.txt, canonical tags, schema markup... These are technical details users don't see but Google highly values.

Content Strategy

Which keywords should you rank for? What content are your competitors strong in? Where are the content gaps? We conduct keyword research and create a customized content plan for you. Then, we either write this content ourselves or provide briefs to your team.

Backlink Building

For Google, backlinks are still one of the most important ranking factors. But it's no longer "the more, the better." Quality, relevant, and natural-looking links are necessary. We operate within ethical boundaries in this regard, avoiding spam methods.

Reporting and Analysis

Every month, we report on what we've done, how rankings have changed, and where traffic is coming from. We interpret Google Search Console and Analytics data and determine the strategy for the next month accordingly.

Istanbul SEO Agencies: What's the Market Like?

When we talk about Istanbul SEO agencies, we're referring to hundreds of companies. From corporate agencies with offices in Levent to freelancers working from home, the spectrum is wide. So, which one is right for you?

Large agencies (40,000+ TL/month): Generally focus on corporate clients. They have large teams and established processes. However, smaller businesses might receive less attention. Account managers often change.

Mid-sized agencies (20,000-40,000 TL/month): An ideal balance for most businesses. Sufficient resources and experience. You can also get personalized attention. At Bilcod, we position ourselves in this segment.

Small agencies/freelancers (10,000-20,000 TL/month): An option for those with limited budgets. But capacity is limited. If one person gets sick, your work might be disrupted. Reference checks are crucial.

Those selling "Guaranteed SEO": Avoid them. Google determines rankings; no agency can guarantee them. An agency making this promise is either lying or using black-hat methods, both of which are dangerous.