A FREELANCE SEO CONSULTANT FOR HIRE

I am Ritah, an SEO consultant based in Porto, Portugal.
I help small businesses and SaaS brands get found on search engines like Google and in LLMs like ChatGPT, Perplexity, Claude, and others.

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Barbara E.
1 year ago
I had the pleasure of hiring Ritah as an SEO subcontractor for a client project—and I’m so glad I did. From start to finish, she was thorough, communicative, and deeply knowledgeable. Ritah conducted a comprehensive SEO audit, identified strategic keyword opportunities, implemented backend technical fixes, and developed a thoughtful backlink strategy.

She also crafted effective blog content and ensured the Google Business listing was fully optimized. Thanks to her efforts, our client went from poor visibility to ranking on page one of Google for their key search terms—a transformation that speaks volumes about the quality of her work.

Beyond her technical skill, Ritah was a joy to work with. She brought a calm, collaborative energy to the project and was always generous in sharing her knowledge. I’d happily work with her again and recommend her without hesitation.
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Betty K.
2 years ago
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Mumark T.
2 years ago
We are a travel company(mumark travels) who had onpage, technical, and off-page seo issues and didn't know what to do, but Ritah was amazing. She gave us a detailed seo audit report followed by a call explaining the findings and did keyword research for us, which were very helpful. Highly recommend her seo services.

Reliable SEO specialist

The market is not the problem. It is a visibility problem. And it is fixable.

I build SEO strategies that put small businesses and SaaS brands in front of the right audience in search results and in AI-generated answers to improve ROI, sustainable growth, and long-lasting online presence. I focus on structured data enhancements, GEO & AEO optimisation, rich snippet targeting, etc, to maximize your visibility in every search result, including the Google AI Overviews and LLMs.

SEO Consultancy Services: White-hat SEO Services that move the needle 

SEO Audit and Strategy

I find what is stopping your site from ranking and build a clear plan to fix it. Every audit covers technical SEO, on-page content, keyword mapping, competitor analysis, and internal linking.

International and EU SEO

I build SEO strategies for businesses entering new markets. I have launched stores in Ireland and Estonia and built visibility strategies for EU-based brands targeting English-speaking markets.

AEO and LLM Visibility

I help brands show up in AI-generated answers. I audit where your brand is being cited & where it is not and build a strategy to close that gap.

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Results I Have Delivered

  • I helped a US tax consulting firm go from invisible to page one in 8 months. Organic clicks grew by 200%. User retention improved by 60%.
  • I built a 30-day international SEO launch plan for a beauty ecommerce brand entering the Irish market. The store launched indexed, localised, and built to rank from day one.
  • I built a full AEO audit for a SaaS brand that mapped 3,626 URLs across 13 content types and identified every gap between where the brand was and where AI tools were looking.

Looking for an experienced freelance SEO strategist/SEO specialist? Look no further.  I offer expert guidance to navigate the complexities of search. My SEO consulting packages provide actionable recommendations and a clear, complete SEO roadmap for your digital marketing. I define clear objectives and build scalable SEO strategies that align with your business SEO goals.

  • Translating complex SEO terms into clear and actionable steps.

    Ritah provided me with an SEO report. The report was clear and detailed, and also accompanied by a thorough explanation, demonstrating her commitment to ensuring I fully understood the insights
    Naomi
    CEO & founder
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My goal is to help businesses struggling with digital visibility climb to the top of search results with long-term SEO results. And empower small businesses to not just compete but lead by crafting customized SEO solutions that deliver results. My SEO approach provides the strategic guidance needed to navigate complexities, from local SEO challenges to ensuring your website content is primed for AI-driven search engines.

Why Work With Me as your SEO partner

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I bring 2+ years of SEO experience with proven wins for small businesses and startups. A few highlights:

  • Helped a consulting company hit its end-of-year goal in 7 months.
  • Increased organic traffic by 30% and revenue by 10%.
  • Featured in Summer of SEO for technical SEO expertise.
  • Featured in Search n’ stuff content hub to help other SEOs on how to manage burnout in the ever-changing industry.

Clients say it best:

Ritah’s audit and strategy transformed our Google rankings from low visibility to the first page for key search terms.”

“She explained every step clearly and delivered results that matter. Our travel business saw real growth within months.”

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Hiring Me for SEO Consulting

Hello, I’m Ritah Augustine, an English-speaking freelance SEO consultant/SEO Expert who translates semantic search alignment and cutting-edge insights into measurable ROI, sustainable growth, and long-lasting online presence. As an SEO specialist, I go beyond traditional tactics to ensure your online visibility optimization. 

My personalized SEO strategies are built on the pillars of E-E-A-T optimization (Expertise, Experience, Authority, Trust), ensuring your content resonates with both users and advanced algorithms. I have helped small businesses, SaaS & startups in different niches to the Top 10, and collaborated with SEO agencies to promote large companies to the Top 5 on Google, LLMs, and Bing.

Currently, I am focusing on helping businesses rank on page 1 and LLMs by optimizing for both search engines and AI-powered searches like ChatGPT, Perplexity, Claude, Gemini, DeepSeek, etc. The aim is to boost traffic and brand awareness/visibility, and use featured snippets to increase clicks.

  • Reliable SEO CONSULTANT

    Ritah is excellent at communicating and achieving goals. We run a small local consulting business and struggled to get clients, but she gave us an SEO audit with helpful recommendations, implemented them, and they were impactful. I highly recommend her for SEO strategy
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    Selena Catalini
    Consultant
  • Best SEO partner

    Ritah is very professional and made a detailed SEO report and an in-depth analysis of my website. Some parts in the report were too technical for me, but Ritah took her time to explain everything to me. I can recommend her services.
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    Sabine
    Health coach

I had the pleasure of hiring Ritah as an SEO subcontractor for a client project and I’m so glad I did. From start to finish, she was thorough, communicative, and deeply knowledgeable. Ritah conducted a comprehensive SEO audit, identified strategic keyword opportunities, implemented backend technical fixes, and developed a thoughtful backlink strategy.

When you hire a leading freelance SEO consultant, you work directly with the person making decisions about your website. There’s no confusion or delays because you’re talking straight to the expert. A good consultant takes time to understand your business and creates an SEO strategy and execution plan that fits your specific goals. Everything they do is focused on helping your business grow and get real results you can measure.

An SEO expert or freelance SEO consultant gives you more choices than big companies do. You don’t have to buy expensive packages filled with services you don’t need. Instead, you get affordable SEO that’s built just for your business. You’re paying for exactly what helps you succeed, not extra costs that don’t benefit you.

Working with a consultant means faster changes and better communication. Whether you need help with digital marketing services or improving your website content, your consultant can quickly adjust when needed. You get the same skills as big agencies, but with someone who pays closer attention to your project and takes responsibility for your success.

SEO FAQS

What exactly does an SEO consultant do?

An SEO consultant analyzes your website, identifies growth opportunities, and creates a strategy to improve rankings, traffic, and conversions. Unlike one-size-fits-all tactics, I tailor solutions for your specific business goals.

How is a freelance SEO consultant different from an agency?

A freelance SEO consultant (like me) offers a more personal, direct partnership; you work with the strategist doing the work, not an account manager. This often means faster communication and strategies customized for your business

How long does SEO take to show results?

SEO is a long-term investment. Most clients begin seeing measurable improvements in 3–6 months, with major results building over 6–12 months as strategies compound.

How do I know if hiring an SEO consultant is worth it?

If you want to increase visibility, attract the right audience, and grow revenue sustainably, SEO consulting can deliver a high ROI. I provide clear reporting so you can see the impact of every step we take.

Can you handle technical SEO issues as well as content?

Absolutely. From site speed and indexation fixes to keyword-driven content plans, my consulting covers both the technical foundation and the creative side of SEO.

Do you offer both local and international SEO consulting?

Yes, I work with businesses looking to dominate their local markets as well as those aiming to expand internationally. Each requires a unique approach to targeting and content strategy.

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I believe in evidence-based SEO. My SEO methodology is built on rigorous analysis and a commitment to transparent reporting, ensuring every recommendation is backed by data for measurable outcomes. Let’s grow your business together by converting traffic into customers.