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Trusted by Businesses Large and Small

We don’t discriminate between clients. Regardless of whether you’re running a global brand or a corner shop, if your mission matters to you, it matters to us.

That’s why we’ve helped underdogs knock titans off their pedestal, not with noise, but with data and strategic pressure where it counts.

No sales theatrics or flashy promises. We listen first, then we analyse. If we see a path worth walking, we’ll show you exactly how we’d approach it.

This unique maths- and research-driven SEO approach has enabled us to grow businesses as large as global organisations and as small as family-run retail.

Take CST Tax, a global tax and accounting firm. They came to us looking for a scalable strategy that could generate leads across borders.

Seven months in, their organic traffic had climbed by 159%, and qualified leads surged by 388%. No fluff—just a focused plan that delivered measurable growth as they scaled.

 

Are You Looking for Affordable SEO Services for Your SMB?

Looking for affordable SEO that will work for your small- to medium-sized business? Let’s talk. We don’t believe in pushy sales tactics—we listen first.

One free, no-pressure consult with our strategist could help you see where the real opportunities for your SMB lie.

Email us at [email protected] or call 1300 891 181.

What Is Affordable SEO?

Affordable SEO isn’t about cheap services but about providing real value without draining your budget.

It means partnering with an SEO team like ours that focuses on what actually moves the needle: strategic optimisation, rank-ready content, and technical tuning that fits your stage of growth.

With us, you’re not paying for fluff or vague promises. You’re investing in quality SEO results that add value to your business:

  • More leads and sales
  • Minimal cost per acquisition
  • Certainty in your marketing results
“Everything you do is so professional, fast, and efficient that I would not deal with anyone else.

The [Digital Spotlight] staff has always provided me with updates on my rankings, improvement suggestions, and fast, friendly answers to any questions I have asked from day one.

In your industry, where many take your money and do very little for it, you are a breath of fresh air for small businesses like mine. 

I have tried other companies and had real problems getting results like you have produced and even more problems getting replies to simple questions, and have had to wait days or weeks.”

Philip K. Bonser | Goulburn Offroad Carts, a local distributor of off-road vehicles

Is SEO Affordable For Businesses?

Absolutely—but it really comes down to what you mean by “affordable”.

At Digital Spotlight, we believe affordability isn’t about being the cheapest option on the market.

It’s about getting real value for your money: measurable results (quality leads and improved sales) and long-term gains (lower cost per acquisition) that justify every dollar spent.

That’s why we offer a free, comprehensive technical analysis (for eligible businesses) before you invest a cent.

It helps us pinpoint exactly what’s preventing your site from ranking and what needs to be done to turn things around.

And if we don’t think we can genuinely add value to your business, we’ll be honest about it from the start.

That’s what real affordability looks like—not paying for empty promises but investing in something that delivers quantifiable outcomes.

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Your SEO Campaign Shouldn’t Break Your Company’s Overall Budget

How much SEO you invest in depends on several factors: your budget, your goals, and how competitive your industry is.

But one thing is sure: SEO shouldn’t drain your entire marketing budget just to be effective.

Now, search engine optimisation isn’t a one-off task but a collection of strategies designed to increase your visibility online.

These can include anything from local SEO improvements and off-site efforts to on-page content creation and technical fixes.

That’s why most SEO campaigns come as packages (bundled sets of SEO services tailored to your needs).

Ours are structured the same way. The main difference between package levels is the number of keywords we target and the extent to which we cast the net.

Overall, we believe that SEO should support your growth without overwhelming your resources. And that’s precisely how we approach it.

You Have To Wait For Your SEO To Start Taking Hold

How quickly you see SEO results depends on your site’s current condition and existing online presence.

In some cases, we’ve helped clients reach top search positions in under a month.

This usually happens when their websites already have a solid foundation and a few quick wins we can tackle straight away.

On the other hand, if the site has deeper technical or structural issues, it naturally takes more time to resolve them.

The upside? We can identify those challenges early on and assess the amount of work required to get things heading in the right direction.

Our goal is always the same: to help you rank for your target keywords. In most cases, we get you there within four months.

You Have To Track The Results Of Your SEO

Google regularly updates its algorithm. Some changes are minor adjustments, while others are major core updates that can significantly impact search rankings overnight.

If you’re noticing frequent shifts in your position on search results, our technical team can step in and walk you through what’s happening.

We actively monitor these changes and keep a close eye on how they affect your site.

And if you ever want clarity on your current campaign or your site’s standing, we’re always here to break it down for you clearly and honestly.

 

 

Technical SEO

This SEO approach optimises your site or its environment (for example, the server, hosting account, or domain) to increase its chances of ranking in the search engines for its targeted keywords.

But how? Let’s use Google as an example.

Google’s mission is to “organise the world’s information and make it universally accessible and useful”.

The search giant seeks to achieve this goal via three methods:

  • Crawling:
    • Searching for existing web pages using Googlebot, Google’s proprietary program for fetching pages on the web
  • Indexing:
    • Understanding what the page is about by processing and analysing its textual content, tags, and attributes (for example, title tags, videos, and images)
    • Collecting and storing the page’s info in Google’s massive database (Google index)
  • Ranking:
    • Organising and serving search results based on the page’s relevance to the user’s query

Technical SEO is the backbone of your website—it helps ensure your pages are crawled, indexed, and ranked. If you want potential clients or customers to find you online, technical SEO is something you can’t skip.

In this space, precision is key. Taking a methodical approach and examining every layer of your site strengthens its chances of performing well in search.

That’s why our team follows a structured, hands-on process. In the initial audit, our technical specialists identify technical issues—like crawlability or indexing problems—that could be holding your site back.

Canonical URL (Universal Resource Locator)

A canonical tag (rel=”canonical”) might look like a small piece of HTML, but it plays a big role—it tells search engines which page version should be treated as the original.

If your site has similar or duplicate pages, this tag helps clear things up for Google—so your SEO strength stays focused on the correct URL, not spread thin across copies.

Here’s how we handle canonical URLs—properly and with purpose:

  • Only point to another page when there’s a genuine reason.

Not every page needs to reference another URL. If there’s no duplicate, we don’t overthink it and let the page stand on its own.

Directing a canonical tag to a different page when it’s not necessary can backfire. It might cause Google to skip or ignore the page you actually want to rank.

  • Don’t use canonical tags as a shortcut for redirects.

If a page is outdated or being replaced, a 301 redirect is a better choice. A 301 redirect is a status code that indicates the page has been permanently moved.

Canonical tags are for content that exists in multiple places by design. We don’t mix them up with redirects—it helps avoid sending Google the wrong signals.

  • Regularly check for mistakes.

Even small mistakes with canonical tags can affect how your site shows up in search. That’s why we keep an eye on them using tools like Screaming Frog and Google Search Console.

We look for inconsistencies, broken references, or pages that aren’t being indexed the way they should be.

404 Pages

We resolve 404s by using a 301 redirect to send searchers and search engines to the right page.

A 301 redirect sends users from the requested URL to another URL and tells search engines that the URL has been moved permanently.

So, when /old-page/ (old URL) is set up with a 301 redirect to /replacement-page/ (new URL), visitors trying to access an old URL are automatically taken to the new one instead.

A 404 error pops up when a user tries to access an online page that no longer exists or can’t be located. Here are a few typical causes:

  • Deleted page: The web page has been removed from the site.
  • Changed URL: The address (URL) of the page was updated, but no redirect was set up.
  • Incorrect link: A link to the page has a typo or leads to the wrong location.

Here’s how we handle 404 pages:

  • If there’s a new version of the page, we redirect the 404 page link to it.
  • If there’s no exact replacement, we choose the closest relevant page.
  • As a last option, we redirect to the homepage.

Google Search Console

This freemium tool allows us to:

  • Confirm if Google can access and crawl your site
  • Identify problems that might be affecting how your pages get indexed
  • Review your site’s performance in Google Search
  • Receive notifications if Google flags issues like spam or indexing errors
  • Check which external websites are linking back to yours

Social Media Platforms SEO

Approximately 62% of the global population is on social media.

In Australia alone, over 20 million people actively use social platforms. On average, Aussies aged 16 and 64 spend close to two hours a day scrolling, watching, and sharing.

So, it’s no surprise that many businesses invest a big chunk of their marketing budget into social media. However, in doing so, SEO is often pushed aside.

That’s a missed opportunity. Rather than picking one over the other, a better approach is to let social and search work in tandem.

While Google’s John Mueller has stated that social signals don’t directly impact rankings, the whole picture is a bit more nuanced.

Social content can show up in search results, potentially driving traffic directly to your site. Plus, Google’s quality raters look at social media presence when judging a site’s credibility.

That’s why we’ve built our process around the sweet spot where social and search meet.

Our paid ads team regularly shares quality content developed in-house, working closely with SEO strategists and technical experts to ensure each piece delivers both traffic and trust.

If you want to be seen—both in search engines and social feeds—you need a team that knows how to strike the right balance between the two.

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Local SEO

Local SEO helps your business show up in nearby search results, especially when people are looking for services in their area.

Your visibility in local search is shaped by these three factors:

  • Relevance: How closely your business matches what someone is searching for
  • Distance: How close your business is to the location used in the search
  • Prominence: How popular and trusted your business is, both offline and online (this includes your reviews, ratings, and overall reputation)

How Customers Can Contact You

Appearing in search results is just one piece of the puzzle. Your potential customers also need a straightforward and easy way to reach you.

Ensure your contact details are prominently displayed, such as in your website footer and on a dedicated contact page. Don’t make them hunt for it.

Here’s an example of a contact form we usually do for our clients:

Call us at [phone number] or email us at [email address]. You can also visit us at [physical address]. Schedule a consultation today!

You can also use a contact form with fields for name, email, phone number, city, address, and message. If necessary, you can even include a file upload option for images or documents.

Structured Location Data

Google puts in serious work trying to understand what’s on your website—but you can give it a helping hand by using structured data.

Structured data is a standard way of telling search engines exactly what your page is all about.

For small or local businesses, this kind of markup can make a noticeable difference.

It allows you to highlight key details, like your business name, address, phone number, and operating hours, so they’re clearer and easier to find in search results.

Even better, adding structured data can lead to what Google calls “rich results”—those enhanced listings that are more eye-catching and packed with helpful info.

If you’re setting this up on your website, we’re here to guide you through the proper steps to get it done properly.

Mobile Accessibility

Google considers mobile accessibility a ranking factor. If your site isn’t easy to use on a phone or tablet, you’re likely missing out, both in rankings and in quality traffic.

That’s why mobile optimisation is built into all of our SEO packages. We use tools like PageSpeed Insights and Core Web Vitals to check how your site performs on mobile—and to pinpoint where it can be improved.

Core Web Vitals focuses on three key things: how quickly your pages load, how stable they appear as they load, and how smoothly they respond when someone taps or scrolls.

We use these tools to fine-tune the experience for your visitors—so your site not only ticks all of Google’s boxes but also keeps people interested and engaged.

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Video SEO

Visual assets, such as videos, play a key role in any solid SEO strategy. They can help enhance your website and help effectively showcase your services.



Here are a few effective ways to use video to target competitive keywords and boost your SEO efforts:




  • Create high-quality, engaging videos that align with your target keywords.

  • Share your videos across social media and relevant platforms to increase your online presence.

  • Evaluate performance by tracking views, engagement, and conversions, then adjust as needed.


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How Have We Chosen the Following Affordable SEO Service Packages?

At Digital Spotlight, we offer the following: 

  • SEO Entry
  • SEO Premium
  • SEO Corporate
  • SEO Corporate Plus
  • SEO Enterprise

We built our SEO packages based on what different businesses actually need, not recycled templates.

Every package we offer is shaped by years of experience working with businesses at different stages, sizes, and industries.

We’ve seen what works, what wastes time, and what drives long-term growth. That’s why we don’t push cookie-cutter solutions.

Instead, we start by offering a free, no-obligation technical audit to help you determine whether SEO is the right move for your business. It’s a no-risk way to get clarity before you commit.

Have questions? Call our SEO team at 1300 891 181 or email us at [email protected].

What’s Included In An Affordable SEO Package?

Our SEO packages offer a range of services with varying scopes. But to give you an idea of what’s included in each package, here are some of the services we include in SEO Entry:

  • Keyword Strategy Development and Review

We don’t pick keywords at random. Every term is chosen based on:

    1. A clear understanding of your business
    2. Verified search volume from Google
    3. Keyword difficulty in your niche
  • Initial Technical SEO Audit

    Our first step is to run a thorough audit to spot any issues that might compromise your rankings, such as thin or duplicate content, redirect loops, crawlability problems, or slow load speeds.

If we do find any problems, we’ll give you clear recommendations to help clean things up and strengthen your site’s foundation.

  • Ongoing Technical Audits

We conduct periodic reviews to identify any issues that may be quietly affecting your rankings and maintain your site in optimal condition.

  • Evaluation of On-Page Elements

We also take a close look at on-page elements, such as headings, internal links, and metadata, to ensure they align with your target keywords and help each page perform at its best.

  • Foundational Link and Citation Strategy

We develop and implement an inbound linking and citation plan designed to strengthen your site’s authority.

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  • We have been working with the team at Digital Spotlight for over five years now. Their expertise, timeliness, and attention to detail have been instrumental to the success of our digital marketing. Most recently they worked closely with us on a complete website relaunch. With a project like this you would generally expect to see a short-term drop in SEO due to the sheer number of changes, however not only did we not see a drop in our rankings, but they actually increased substantially! We cannot thank Digital Spotlight enough for their support and the care they took to ensure this project was a resounding success.
    It has been an absolute pleasure to work with the Digital Spotlight team over the years and I would highly recommend their digital services.

    Iris Lever , CMO at PropertyMe
  • I can’t believe how well PPC works. We can’t keep up. Many thanks for everything You & your team are doing

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  • We have too much work booked and are at full capacity. We are adding staff and resources … Thanks again and I would highly recommend you guys ,you have been brilliant

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  • You and your team were able to get us leads for almost half the price we were getting before, and the quality of leads were more than 50% better… in only 4 weeks…

    Yuri Marshall , Visaone
  • I’ve been with Digital Spotlight 6 months, and the results have been terrific… many search terms related to my business, and my rankings have steadily grown each month…

    Director , Eastside Speech Solutions
  • In your industry where many take your money and do very little for it you are a breath of fresh air for small businesses like mine…

    Philip K. Bonser , Goulburn Offroad Carts
  • The outcome was beyond my expectation; we are very pleased with the results and their excellent customer service….I would highly recommend Digital Spotlight’s services for your business!…

    Sophie Sutjiadi , Grace Hotel
  • The first serious website lead we had translated into a 200,000.00 fitout… Digital Spotlight have paid for themselves many times over and I would highly recommend their commitment and service

    Tim Lassig , Director Hospitality Fitout Specialists
  • I now think of how much money I wasted before I contacted your company… and without reservation recommend [Digital Spotlight] to any Organisation or Individual

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  • Working with Blake and Digital Spotlight has been great, we took the time to figure out a realistic strategy which has helped our organic rankings immensely! We are now on the front page for so many head terms that were previously out of reach!

    Sean Hearsee , Managing Director Sage Painting
  • Blake and his team are brilliant to work with! Great communication and extremely skilled to deliver awesome results. Thank you!

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  • We have been very pleased with our decision to engage Digital Spotlight to manage and and improve our SEO. Blake, John and the rest of their team are very responsive and know their stuff. After some bad experiences with other providers in this space, we're not going anywhere.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is SEO affordable for businesses today?

Yes, if by “affordable” you mean you get value for money.

At Digital Spotlight, we don’t push generic packages.

Our consultants listen, ask relevant questions, and offer a technical audit upfront (if you qualify).

This SEO service is free, but it’s not cheap. It can uncover issues that might be costing you thousands without you realising it.

We offer a preliminary technical audit because quoting without proper evaluation is a bad practice.

Real affordability starts with clarity. We won’t let you spend a single cent on us if we know from the start we can’t deliver.

How much does affordable SEO cost?

SEO costs aren’t the same for everyone. The price you pay depends on what your business actually needs.

Our plans come with fixed monthly pricing, and we’ll help you find the setup that best suits your goals.

We won’t pressure you to stretch your budget. And if your cost-per-lead goes down as your rankings improve, we won’t hit you with unexpected performance fees.

You’ll be in control of your budget—always.

What do affordable SEO packages look like?

One of the first questions our technical team asks when managing campaigns is, “Is this solution within the client’s current scope?”

Each of our SEO packages has a defined range of services, but the primary difference that separates them is the number of core keywords we can target simultaneously.

Why is affordable SEO important? What are the benefits of an affordable SEO?

Our SEO services offer the following benefits:

✅ First-page rankings for your most searched keywords over time

✅ Stronger brand presence

✅ Be seen as a market leader

✅ A steady flow of qualified prospects visiting your site

✅ More phone calls, more email inquiries

✅ Better-quality sales leads and, ultimately, more conversions

✅ Useful insights into how well your website turns visitors into customers (conversion rate)

✅ Positive online reputation

✅ Lower lead generation costs

✅ No lock-in contracts

Will an affordable SEO work for your business?

SEO isn’t for everyone. Its value depends on your industry, goal, and budget. Contact us for an honest evaluation of your SEO needs.

If we think SEO will help scale your business, we’ll be upfront about what it’ll take to get real results—not just what we think you want to hear..

How do I get started with an affordable SEO?

Getting started with affordable SEO begins by understanding your goals and identifying what’s holding your site back.

That’s why we offer a free technical audit—to show you exactly where to focus before you invest a single dollar.

What are outbound links? How do they impact your website’s search engine rankings?

Outbound links, also known as outgoing links or external links, are clickable hyperlinks that direct users from your website to another website.

While external links don’t directly affect your SEO performance, they can help search engines crawl and index your content.

What is the cheapest SEO tool?

The cheapest SEO tools are free. This includes freemium tools, such as Google Search Console and Google Analytics.

While they may not offer the depth of paid platforms, they’re powerful enough for basic keyword research, on-page audits, and tracking performance.

Do you know how to spot inexperienced or amateur workers in an SEO agency?

As a pioneer and industry leader, we’ve developed a unique insight into what separates a qualified agency from one that’s just faking it.

Here are seven signs that you’re working with inexperienced people:

  • They don’t understand your goals. If they do most of the talking during consultation, that’s your first clue.
  • They give vague recommendations. If they really understand your goals, they should be able to offer quality, tailored solutions to your problems.
  • Their clients don’t stay with them. It’s easy to make a short-term client happy. But to gain a loyal client base? That requires skills, experience, and resources that amateur agencies often lack.
  • They’re not confident in their results. If an agency insists on long-term contracts, it could mean they’re unsure about their own results.
  • They don’t have a unique SEO approach. If they sound like every other agency, they probably perform like every other agency.
  • Nobody looks to them for advice. When media outlets and global brands ask an agency for advice, it’s a sign they’re not just good—they’re trusted.

If you’re unsure whether SEO is right for your business or want to explore cost-effective ways to outrank your competition, book a consultation with one of our experts.

Reach us at [email protected] or call 1300 891 181.

You can also visit us at Suite 1B, Level 16, 56 Pitt Street, Sydney, NSW 2000, Australia, or Suite 1, 28 Donald Street, Hamilton, NSW 2303, Australia.