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We specialize in SEO for Detroit, Dearborn, Royal Oak, Troy, Southfield, and the surrounding Metro Detroit areas. Your local business deserves local results.
SEO isn't about gaming the system — it's about being found at the moment people in Detroit need you. At Databending we build local-first SEO strategies tailored to Detroit industries (automotive, manufacturing, hospitality, healthcare, professional services) so you rank higher in Google, show in the map pack, and convert local visitors into customers.
We tailor every strategy to your goals, your industry, and your budget—no cookie-cutter packages, no long-term contracts, no fluff.
Our services are built specifically for local businesses in:
Search Engine Optimization (SEO) is how we help your website show up when people search for services like yours.
Done right, SEO brings in more traffic, builds trust, and pays off long after the work is done.
Higher Google rankings for Detroit-specific searches lead to more clicks, more qualified leads, and more local customers by putting your site in front of people in Metro Detroit actively searching for your services.
Ranking high on Google for Detroit-related searches boosts your local reputation, as residents trust top results as endorsements of reliability and local authority.
SEO improves site speed, mobile-friendliness, and navigation, offering a better experience for both users and search engines.
SEO provides lasting value, driving consistent organic traffic without ongoing ad costs, unlike paid ads that stop when funding does.
Good SEO puts you ahead of competitors, as visibility in search results is key—second place is often overlooked.
SEO connects you with Detroit residents actively searching for what you offer, targeting high-intent visitors at the moment they need your services—whether they're in South Detroit, Walkerville, Riverside, or LaSalle.
SEO is a lot more than keywords. It's a full-system upgrade for your website.
If your website isn't technically sound, even the best content won't rank. We optimize your site's foundation to ensure fast load times, mobile responsiveness, proper indexing, and clean code. Our technical SEO services eliminate broken links, improve site architecture, implement schema markup, and ensure search engines can crawl and index your pages effectively across all devices.
We optimize every element of your web pages for maximum search visibility. This includes strategic keyword placement in titles, headings, meta descriptions, and page copy, along with image optimization, internal linking structure, and URL optimization. Our on-page SEO creates content that resonates with your audience while signaling relevance to search engines, improving both rankings and user experience.
Links are crucial for ranking in search engine result pages. We build your domain authority through strategic, high-quality backlink acquisition from reputable sources. Our data-driven approach identifies the best link-building opportunities that strengthen your site's credibility, increase referral traffic, and boost your search rankings over time.
Keyword research is the foundation of every successful SEO campaign. We perform comprehensive keyword analysis and site audits to identify the terms your target audience is actually searching for. This research informs your site structure, content strategy, and on-page optimization, ensuring you're targeting keywords that drive qualified traffic and conversions, not just vanity metrics.
Great content engages readers and ranks well in search results. Our content writers create high-quality, keyword-optimized articles, blog posts, and web copy that speaks to your audience while incorporating the strategic keywords and phrases that improve visibility. We focus on creating valuable content that answers user questions and establishes your authority in your industry.
Dominate local search results and connect with customers in your area. Our local SEO services optimize your Google Business Profile, build local citations, manage customer reviews, and create location-specific content. We help you appear in local map packs and "near me" searches, making it easy for nearby customers to find and choose your business over competitors.
Drive more qualified traffic to your online store and increase sales. Our ecommerce SEO services optimize product pages, category structures, and site architecture to help customers find exactly what they're looking for. We handle technical optimizations, product schema markup, and content strategy to ensure your products appear prominently in relevant search results and convert browsers into buyers.
Balance brand consistency with local visibility across multiple franchise locations. We create scalable SEO strategies that maintain your corporate brand standards while allowing each location to establish its unique online presence. Our franchise SEO services ensure all locations rank well in their local markets while supporting the strength of the overall brand.
Maximize your product visibility and sales on Amazon's competitive marketplace. Our Amazon SEO and marketing services include keyword research, product listing optimization, enhanced brand content, and sponsored product campaigns. We optimize your presence on the platform to improve your product rankings, increase conversion rates, and drive more sales from this crucial sales channel.
We'll never Lock you into contracts, Sell bloated bundles, push unecessary SEO or promise instant results.
Canada's premier outdoor nature store needed visibility. We delivered a 347% increase in organic traffic and helped them dominate local search.
Despite being Detroit's go-to destination for outdoor gear and nature enthusiasts, Pelee Wings was invisible online. Their website wasn't ranking for key product categories, and they were losing customers to big-box retailers with stronger digital presence.
We implemented a comprehensive local SEO strategy, optimized product pages for long-tail keywords, fixed critical technical issues, and built a content hub around birding and outdoor activities in Essex County. Within 8 months, they became the dominant local result for outdoor gear searches.
Perfect for businesses looking to build a strong foundation or get help with specific tasks.
Prices listed are starting points. Custom packages available.
$500 (50 keywords) / $750 (100 keywords)
Identify high-impact keywords tailored to your audience and goals.
Get Started Today$750 (5 pages) / $1400 (10 pages)
Refine on-page content to improve rankings, relevance, and engagement.
Get Started Today$750
Analyze your top competitors to uncover gaps and strategic opportunities.
Get Started TodayFrom $1000+ (5-10 links)
Secure quality backlinks through targeted outreach to boost authority.
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Resolve behind-the-scenes issues affecting crawlability and site health.
Get Started Today$300 / month
Track SEO progress and KPIs with clear, data-driven reports each month.
Get Started TodayWe're not your typical marketing agency. We're engineers, software specialists, and digital strategists who understand how to make technology work for your business.
A decade of experience working with hundreds of clients from Detroit to worldwide markets. We've seen every challenge and know exactly how to overcome them.
Our team includes software engineers and technical specialists who can tackle complex website issues other agencies can't. We fix problems at the code level.
Beyond SEO, we offer web development, consulting, and strategic guidance. One team for all your digital needs, ensuring everything works together seamlessly.
Monthly analytics reports that show exactly what we're doing and the results we're achieving. No smoke and mirrors, just real data.
Deep understanding of the Detroit market combined with experience serving clients around the world. Best of both worlds.
Every business is unique. We create tailored SEO strategies based on your specific goals, industry, and competitive landscape.
Check out our blog full of free SEO insights and tips. We believe in empowering our clients with knowledge, not keeping them in the dark.
Explore our extensive portfolio, dive into our educational blog, or give us a call to chat with an SEO expert who actually knows what they're talking about.
Every month, we show you exactly what's working and what's next.
Keyword rankings
Google Analytics
Search Console
Site speed & Core Web Vitals
Competitor analysis
Clear next-step actions
Smart. Transparent. Results-driven SEO—without the BS.
You're building something new. We'll set the foundation.
Keyword Research
Technical SEO (10-15 hrs/month for 3-6 months)
Content Optimization
Performance Monitoring
1 hour Monthly Strategy Meeting
You've got traffic. Now let's dominate.
Full Technical Audit
Competitor Research
Content Revamp
Link Building
Reporting & Monitoring (15-25 hours/month recommended)
We only win if you do. Perfect for eCommerce or lead-gen sites.
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Revenue-share SEO plans available. Let's talk.
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