Digital marketing today is an absolute necessity. Some digital marketing companies promise huge growth within a short span of time, however, as tempted as you are, be cautious.

Unfortunately, there are hundreds of companies waiting to steal your money. We can't stress enough the importance of taking time to do thorough research before deciding on the digital marketing team you plan to hire.

Here are 10 easy tips for hiring a digital marketing company:

1. Check company social platforms and read reviews. Keep in mind, however, some negative reviews might not be credible. Read the comapny's response and gauge from there. Don't be shy to email the company and ask further questions.

2. Check company credibility through customer testimonials.

3. Check for pricing. Are their marketing services competitively priced?

4. Expertise counts. If you feel the agency can drive traffic to your website and get you more leads, go ahead!

5. Look for a digital marketing company that specializes and/or has experts within your industry.

6. Identify precisely what you want. Are you interested in SEO or email marketing? Do you want analytics or website development?

7. Did the company pop up first results of a search engine? If so, you might benefit too!

8. Can they offer you suggestions as to your business excelling through digital media? Does they offer multiple digital marketing services?

9. Companies might be with rich experience, but remember a big company might not always be the best.

10. Talk to the company's clients and check their track record.