INTERNATIONAL SEO EXPERT WITH A DIFFERENCE
Get International SEO Services Without Paying International Agency Prices
I once did International SEO for a Gaming brand. I took the brand from 500 to 700,000 visitors. Now, I am working to take businesses and products like yours from tiny bits of traffic to global reach. All with technical SEO, audits, hreflang setup, and localized strategies at 40-50% below agency pricing.
So you're looking for an international SEO expert. Maybe your site isn't showing up on Google. Maybe your competitors are getting all the traffic. Or maybe you just know something's not working, but you're not sure what.
What I'm NOT Going to Do
I'm not going to promise you first-page rankings by next Tuesday. I'm not going to throw around words like "dominate" or tell you I have some secret Google connection. And I'm definitely not going to charge you $5,000 a month when you're a small business just trying to grow.
What I WILL Do
I'll help you rank for keywords that actually bring customers. I'll fix the technical issues that are killing your site. And I'll do it at prices where you won't have financial worries between doing SEO and saving for a rainy day.
My Track Record as an International SEO Expert:
So if you're serious about actually growing your online presence, not just "exploring options," keep reading.
International SEO Service Mistakes: Why Language Translation Isn't Enough
Let me tell you about a mistake I made early on. I was working on international SEO for a tech product, and I thought I had everything figured out. Set up the site, added some translations, threw in the hreflang tags the way some blog post told me to. Easy, right?
Wrong.
Weeks went by. The site wasn't ranking in any of the target countries. And it wasn't until I dug into the Google documentation on hreflang that I realized I'd set it up completely wrong.
The Real Truth About International SEO
Here's what most businesses get wrong about international SEO: they think it's just about language. It's not. It's about location, culture, search behavior, and yeah, even which search engine people actually use in that country.
The Three Biggest Mistakes I See on Websites
Misusing hreflang tags
Even professional developers mess this up. I've seen it on sites built by agencies charging thousands. When you get it wrong, Google gets confused about which version to show to which users.
Ignoring internal links
I once worked on a site with over 50,000 URLs. You know how many internal links most had? Zero. None. The site was a ghost town with no roads connecting anything.
Assuming 'fast' is good enough
Your site might load okay, but 'okay' doesn't cut it anymore. Google's pushing Core Web Vitals hard, and if your site isn't fast by their standards, you're losing rankings.
Is Your Business Ready for International SEO?
Required Budget, Timeline, and Others
Look, I'm going to save us both some time here. SEO isn't for every business at every stage. And I'm not going to take your money if I know it won't work.
Here's when I'll tell you "not yet":
Budget Not Ready
If you're not ready to invest what it actually takes, I'll quietly move on. According to Search Engine Journal's 2024 report, most businesses spend at least $500/month. My pricing is 40-50% below that, but there's still a floor.
Won't Invest in Content
SEO and content go hand-in-hand. You can't optimize what doesn't exist. And no, AI-generated fluff doesn't count—Google's getting very good at detecting and penalizing that .
Need Results Too Fast
If you need something done in the next few weeks, SEO probably isn't your answer. It takes 3-6 months to see solid results. Anyone who guarantees first-page rankings in 30 days is lying.
My Comprehensive International SEO Services for Small to Enterprise Businesses
Technical SEO Services: Site Audits, Speed Optimization, and Crawlability
Technical SEO services are where I find the stuff that's quietly killing your rankings. And trust me, there's always something.
I had a client once—a logistics company—and their site kept on with Zeros in rankings. They'd tried everything: new content, new search engine marketing specialist, and even redesigned the whole site. Nothing worked.
I ran technical SEO services to audit the site and found double slashes in their URL structure. Sounds minor, right? It wasn't. Google was treating every URL as two separate pages. Their whole site was essentially duplicate content in Google's eyes.
What a Proper Technical Audit Covers:
- Crawlability check: Can Google even access your pages?
- XML sitemap: Is it submitted? Is it actually accurate? Will Google get pinged when a new page goes live?
- Robots.txt: Are you accidentally blocking important pages?
- Page speed: Using tools like PageSpeed Insights to find every single thing slowing you down
- Mobile responsiveness: Over 60% of searches happen on mobile. If your site doesn't work there, you're done.
- Structured data: Helps Google understand what your content actually is
- HTTPS and security: Non-secure sites get penalized. Period.
I document everything, prioritize what actually matters, and give you a roadmap you can follow.
Google's Global Rankings System for All Businesses Online (Through International SEO)
Here's something most people don't get about international SEO: Google doesn't just look at your content and decide whether to rank you everywhere. It looks at specific signals to figure out which country's search results you should appear in.
The Risk
If you get these signals wrong? You could rank perfectly in one country while being completely invisible in another.
Real Story: Gaming Brand Case Study
I learned this working with a gaming brand based in Africa. They were getting maybe 500 views a day, all local traffic. But they wanted global audiences: Germany, the United States, the UK, Asia, everywhere.
They didn't have budget for expensive translation plugins or fancy multilingual setups. So I had to figure out how to make Google understand this site wasn't just for one region.
The Signals Google Actually Uses
International SEO Service That Achieved Global Rankings Without Translation
Here's exactly what I did:
- I customized RankMath beyond the default settings. Most people install it and stop there. I optimized every setting for international visibility.
- I implemented schemas on every article. This helped Google understand what the content was about.
- I got them accepted into Google News and Google Discover . Huge visibility boost.
- I fixed their site speed using PageSpeed Insights. Faster site means better rankings everywhere.
- I specified the primary language using HTML lang attribute and made sure nothing blocked Google from understanding the content was globally relevant.
That's it. No fancy plugins. No separate sites for each country. Just solid international SEO fundamentals.
The result? Traffic exploded from over a dozen countries. The brand went from small and local to globally recognized.
How Long Does International SEO Take? (Real Timeline Expectations)
Here's the truth: it took over a year before everything fully materialized for that gaming brand.
International SEO is slow. Google needs to see that you're consistent, that your content is valuable, that people from those countries actually engage with your site.
For low-competition keywords, maybe 3-6 months. But for competitive markets? Plan on 6-12 months minimum. Sometimes longer. Industry research confirms these timelines.
Anyone who promises you international rankings in 30 days is lying.
What Makes International SEO Different from Domestic SEO
International SEO isn't about scaling what works at home. Every market is different. Different search behavior. Different competitors. Different expectations.
Google ranks you globally by looking at domain structure, hreflang tags, local backlinks, content localization, and other signals. Get one wrong and you're invisible in that market.
But get them right? You can take a small site and turn it into a global brand.
If you need help with international SEO strategy, I'm available for consultations.
10 Technical SEO Mistakes That Kill Your Rankings (And How to Fix Them)
After years of auditing sites, I've seen these mistakes over and over:
1. No alt text on images
People upload images and forget to optimize them. Add descriptive alt text that helps both visually impaired users and Google understand what the image shows.
2. Wrong header tag hierarchy
H4 before H2? H3 as your main title? This confuses both users and search engines. Learn the correct structure: H1 → H2 → H3 → H4, in that order.
3. Boring titles and meta descriptions
Your title should be irresistible. It should make people unable not to click. Same with meta descriptions. Stop writing them like form fields. Write them like you're convincing someone why your page matters.
4. Bad UI/UX design
Your site might be responsive, but is it actually good-looking? Does it follow design principles? Is it easy to navigate? A confusing site loses both visitors and rankings.
5. Never publishing new content
Thousands of websites launch every day. If you published your site and then forgot about it, you're already behind. Keep updating, keep publishing, or watch your competitors pass you.
6. Not submitting your XML sitemap to Google Search Console
This one's basic, but about 70% of the time when someone says 'Google won't index my content,' this is why. Submit your sitemap. It takes five minutes.
7. Massive image file sizes
A 10MB image will destroy your page speed. Compress images before uploading. There are free tools for this, such as TinyPNG and Sqoosh.
8. Using AI-generated content without editing
Google detects fluff. If your content reads like every other AI-generated article, you'll get penalized. Human review and editing is not optional.
9. Buying cheap backlinks from Fiverr
Those $5 link packages will get you penalized. Build links properly or don't build them at all.
10. No internal linking strategy
Connect your pages together. Guide visitors through your site. Help Google understand your content structure.
If you're dealing with any of these issues and need help fixing them:
Get Expert HelpSEO Tools I Use Daily: Ahrefs, SEMrush, and Free Alternatives
People always ask what tools I use. Here's the honest answer:
Paid Tools
Ahrefs
$129-$1,499+/month
This tracks your backlinks, finds broken links on competitors' sites, shows you which pages get the most traffic. It's expensive, but it's worth it for the backlink data alone.
SEMrush
$199-$549/month
Does everything. Keyword research, rank tracking, competitive analysis, even helps with paid ads. If I could only pick one tool, it'd be this one.
Ubersuggest
$29-$99/month
Neil Patel's tool. Budget-friendly option that covers the basics well.
Screaming Frog
Free up to 500 URLs, £279/year unlimited
Crawls your site like Google does, finds technical issues before they hurt your rankings.
Free Tools
Shows you exactly what Google sees on your site, which keywords bring traffic, and which pages have problems. If you use nothing else, use this.
Google Analytics
Free
Tells you exactly who's visiting your site, where they're coming from, and what they're doing.
Canva
Free
Create stunning graphics and visuals for your content without design skills.
Photopea
Free
Free browser-based photo editor that works like Photoshop. Perfect for image optimization.
Important note: You don't have to pay for any of these tools when you work with me. I personally cover all tool costs.
How Much Does SEO Cost? (And Why My Rates Are Different)
Let's talk money.
Industry Standard
- Monthly Retainers$1,500 - $5,000
- Hourly Consulting$50 - $150/hr
- Project Work$5,000 - $30,000
Source: Industry surveys
My Approach
Why I price differently:
- Good SEO shouldn't only be for big budgets
- Building reputation & portfolio
- Filling the gap between DIY and agencies
Significantly below industry standards, customized based on your needs and scope.
Completely free, virtual only. In-person consultancy attracts payment.
Businesses in developing countries or facing economic challenges qualify. Contact me if you know you qualify or want to know if you qualify.
I'm not going to list exact package prices here because every business is different. What a local restaurant needs is completely different from what a SaaS product needs. But I promise: my pricing will be fair and significantly affordable to pay.
Compare for yourself:
Frequently Asked Questions
International SEO expertise, timeline, pricing, and local vs global strategies
Successful International Seo Services and Campaigns
Real campaigns. Measurable results. Verified data from Google Search Console, Analytics, and SEMrush.

Swadesi News - 156% Traffic Increase
Lost 1,212 backlinks overnight. Organic traffic tanked. Comprehensive recovery strategy implemented.

Pearl Lemon Leads - 31K+ Monthly Views
Recovered hacked GBP account and implemented local SEO optimization strategies.

Bodycrush London - 192 Organic Keywords
UK beauty brand achieved sustained traffic growth through white-hat link building strategies.

TheGamer - 233.3% Traffic Increase
Gaming publication achieved massive traffic growth through comprehensive SEO strategy.
Book A Free SEO Consultation and Technical Audit
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Not quite there? Bookmark this page and come back when you're ready. No pressure either way.
Two Ways to Get Started:
1. Book a Free 30-Minute Consultation
We'll talk about your business, your goals, and whether SEO makes sense for you right now. Virtual only. No obligation.
Book Free Consultation2. Get a Free Technical SEO Audit
Submit your website URL and email. I'll manually audit your site, create a PDF report showing exactly what's wrong and how to fix it, and send it to you. This takes me time to do properly, so it's not instant, but it's thorough.
Get Free SEO AuditNext Steps
After that, if we're a good fit, we'll talk about pricing and next steps. If we're not, at least you'll have a roadmap you can follow on your own.