Admitted to a ranking on documented work, outside the top three for every question it appears in. None of its 28 documented work claims comes from an independent source.
Best position #17 Local SEO in New York, of 27 · also in 15 more rankings
Why: Rated from the evidence on file (sources, independence, confirmed quotes), not by an editor.
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on Google5.0/58 reviews as of Nov 2, 2026- 100% written in the last 12 months
- 0% rate it 3 stars or lower
- 0% of Google reviews answered
Clients consistently praise SEO Guru NYC for clear communication, responsiveness, and affordable pricing, and many report tangible results like higher rankings, increased traffic, and more leads. No criticisms appear in the reviews, though several testimonials are published by the agency itself.More
- Local SEO expertise5
- Clear communication2
- Affordability2
- Responsiveness1
- Innovative approach1
“Finding an agency that actually understands the nuances of local search in the outer boroughs can be tough”
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“they explained everything in plain language instead of using a lot of technical terms.”
“more than worth the price”
“This SEO firm is highly responsive and yet, still affordable.”
“light-years ahead of traditional agencies”
No criticism in the 8 reviews read.
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- Local SEO8
- General SEO6
- Web design3
- PPC/Google Ads2
- Technical SEO1
- Banner/printing company
- Wellness center
- Plumbing company
- Contracting business
- Moving company
- Personal trainer
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“Within a six-month period, Backdrop Banners NYC saw a significant improvement in its digital performance, with increased visibility across search engines for key service-related keywords in New York City. Organic traffic grew steadily as more local customers discovered the website while searching for backdrop banner solutions, leading to higher engagement and longer site visits. The improved targeting and user experience also contributed to better conversion rates, resulting in more inquiries and bookings from businesses across Manhattan, Brooklyn, and surrounding areas.”
“Local SEO techniques were also applied, including optimizing the business listing and strengthening local citations ... The improvements made by SEO Guru NYC led to significant growth in the website's performance within a six-month period. Organic traffic increased substantially as the website began ranking higher for important service-related keywords in New York. This boost in visibility resulted in more inquiries and appointment bookings from local clients.”
“New York Banner Stands was struggling with low visibility and averaged just 10 to 15 website visitors a day. Our team ran a technical audit, fixed the meta tags, and added new keyword-rich content pages. Within four months, the site reached top rankings on Google and saw a 450% increase in traffic.”
“The improved layout and clear calls-to-action led to higher conversion rates, with more visitors reaching out through the website for inquiries and service requests.”
“Our new website looks professional, loads quickly, and makes it easy for customers to contact us. We've seen more inquiries coming directly through the site”
“Movers, Not Shakers!, a Brooklyn-based green moving company approached us to improve local search presence and Google Maps visibility. Our Brooklyn SEO strategies enhanced the brand's organic website traffic and local phone leads.”
- Your business matches the client types on file (law firms, ecommerce brands, local businesses) and the industries on file (ecommerce, saas, healthcare).
- You need what reviewers hired it for: Local SEO (8 of 20 mentions); General SEO (6).
- You need a published price before the first call: nothing is disclosed.
No documented work claim comes from an independent source yet.
- None of the 28 documented work claims comes from an independent source; all are the agency's own account or sources it controls.
- Several commercial terms are not published.
- Ask for the hourly rate, minimum term, setup fee: not published.
- Ask for a Local SEO case close to your business, with the result and the year it was measured.
- Ask for two client references you can call: no independent accounts of its work on file.
- #16 SEO Busters47Ranks above on this question#16#17 this oneScore4747Independent00Pricenot disclosednot disclosedModerate confidence · own published cases · Not verified
- #18 Verbsz Marketing46Ranks below on this question#18#17 this oneScore4647Independent00Pricenot disclosednot disclosedModerate confidence · own published cases · Not verified
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Score by criterion#17 Local SEO in New York: 47/100
| Criterion | Weight | Points | Share | What it rests on |
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| Evidence for this query | 30 | 15.8 | 53% |
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| Fit to this query | 25 | 15.9 | 64% |
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| Capability depth | 15 | 11.9 | 79% |
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| Reliability | 10 | 3 | 30% |
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| Transparencyweakest | 10 | 0 | 0% |
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| Reputation | 5 | 2.4 | 48% |
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| Market credibility | 5 | 0 | 0% |
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- -2 Profile below decision-ready status: the profile is collected but not reviewed yet.
All claims in the feed20 of 29 on file · 0 of 28 work claims from an independent source
Who says it, across all 29 claims on file: independent source 1 · linked to the agency 0 · listings the agency writes 0 · agency's own words 28. Independent share of work claims: 0%. 11 distinct source pages.
Claims per need in this feed: SEO Audit 1 · Local SEO 4 · SEO for Lead Generation 9 · SEO for High-Ticket Services 2 · Technical SEO 1. The full ledger of 29 is on the proof page.
SEO Guru NYC published a case study for client New York Banner Stands, whose site averaged 10 to 15 visitors a day. The team ran a technical audit, fixed meta tags, and added keyword-rich content pages; within four months the site reached top rankings on Google and saw a 450% increase in traffic.
Agency's own wordsseoguru.nycclaimed: Recorded as the source states it; not independently confirmed.quote confirmed, checked Nov 1, 2026describes workwithin four monthsSEO AuditQuote from the source page
New York Banner Stands was struggling with low visibility and averaged just 10 to 15 website visitors a day. Our team ran a technical audit, fixed the meta tags, and added new keyword-rich content pages. Within four months, the site reached top rankings on Google and saw a 450% increase in traffic.
The page lists an SEO case study for Backdrop Banners NYC, but no results, metrics, or time period are stated on this page.
Agency's own wordsseoguru.nycclaimed: Recorded as the source states it; not independently confirmed.quote confirmed, checked Nov 1, 2026describes workQuote from the source page
Backdrop Banners NYC SEO Case Study
The page lists an SEO case study for Five Star Wellness Centers, but no results, metrics, or time period are stated on this page.
Agency's own wordsseoguru.nycclaimed: Recorded as the source states it; not independently confirmed.quote confirmed, checked Nov 1, 2026describes workQuote from the source page
Five Star Wellness Centers SEO Case Study
SEO Guru NYC ran an SEO engagement for AidFull, an online brand selling orthopedic supports, including keyword research, on-page optimization, technical updates to site speed and navigation, backlink building, and local SEO signals. Within six months, AidFull's rankings increased for product-related keywords, organic traffic rose, and the brand saw a boost in online sales and customer inquiries.
Agency's own wordsseoguru.nycclaimed: Recorded as the source states it; not independently confirmed.quote confirmed, checked Nov 1, 2026describes workwithin six monthsLocal SEOSEO for Lead GenerationQuote from the source page
Within six months, AidFull achieved strong improvements in search visibility and overall website performance. Rankings increased for important product-related keywords, leading to a steady rise in organic traffic from users actively searching for orthopedic supports.
SEO Guru NYC lists a case study titled 'New York OrthoLab SEO Case Study' on its case study page, categorized under SEO. The page provides no details on the services performed or the results.
Agency's own wordsseoguru.nycclaimed: Recorded as the source states it; not independently confirmed.quote confirmed, checked Nov 1, 2026describes workQuote from the source page
SEO New York OrthoLab SEO Case Study
SEO Guru NYC lists a case study titled 'Pari Med Spa Web Development Case Study' on its case study page, categorized under Web Development Optimization. The page provides no details on the services performed or the results.
Agency's own wordsseoguru.nycclaimed: Recorded as the source states it; not independently confirmed.quote confirmed, checked Nov 1, 2026describes workSEO for High-Ticket ServicesQuote from the source page
Web Development Optimization Pari Med Spa Web Development Case Study
SEO Guru NYC implemented a targeted SEO strategy for personal trainer Maik Wiedenbach in New York City, including keyword research focused on NYC-based searches, on-page optimization of meta tags, headings, and service content, and technical improvements such as faster load speed, mobile optimization, and structured data.
Agency's own wordsseoguru.nycclaimed: Recorded as the source states it; not independently confirmed.quote confirmed, checked Nov 1, 2026describes workTechnical SEOQuote from the source page
SEO Guru NYC implemented a targeted SEO strategy to improve search performance and local visibility. This included detailed keyword research focused on NYC-based searches, along with on-page optimization of meta tags, headings, and service content. Technical improvements such as faster load speed, mobile optimization, and structured data were also applied to enhance user experience and search engine understanding.
The SEO campaign for Maik Wiedenbach delivered improvements within a few months: website traffic increased significantly, key personal training search terms ranked higher, and inquiries and consultation bookings rose from clients in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and surrounding areas.
Agency's own wordsseoguru.nycclaimed: Recorded as the source states it; not independently confirmed.quote confirmed, checked Nov 1, 2026describes workwithin a few monthsSEO for Lead GenerationQuote from the source page
The SEO campaign delivered strong improvements within a few months. Website traffic increased significantly, and important search terms related to personal training in NYC began ranking higher in search results. This led to a steady rise in inquiries and consultation bookings from clients in Manhattan, Brooklyn, and surrounding areas.
SEO Guru NYC ran an SEO engagement for Backdrop Banners NYC, a NYC printing company, including keyword research, on-page optimization, local SEO (business listings, citations, location-specific relevance for boroughs), content refinement, and link building. Within a six-month period the company saw increased search visibility, steadily growing organic traffic, better conversion rates, and more inquiries and bookings from businesses across Manhattan, Brooklyn, and surrounding areas.
Agency's own wordsseoguru.nycclaimed: Recorded as the source states it; not independently confirmed.quote confirmed, checked Nov 1, 2026describes workwithin a six-month periodLocal SEOSEO for Lead GenerationQuote from the source page
Within a six-month period, Backdrop Banners NYC saw a significant improvement in its digital performance, with increased visibility across search engines for key service-related keywords in New York City. Organic traffic grew steadily as more local customers discovered the website while searching for backdrop banner solutions, leading to higher engagement and longer site visits. The improved targeting and user experience also contributed to better conversion rates, resulting in more inquiries and bookings from businesses across Manhattan, Brooklyn, and surrounding areas.
SEO Guru NYC worked with Five Star Wellness Centers, a wellness clinic in New York City, implementing on-page SEO, technical improvements like site speed and mobile usability, keyword research, and local SEO including optimizing the business listing and local citations. Over a six-month period, the client saw increased organic traffic, higher rankings for service-related keywords, and more inquiries and appointment bookings from local clients.
Agency's own wordsseoguru.nycclaimed: Recorded as the source states it; not independently confirmed.quote confirmed, checked Nov 1, 2026describes workwithin a six-month periodLocal SEOSEO for Lead GenerationSEO for High-Ticket ServicesQuote from the source page
Local SEO techniques were also applied, including optimizing the business listing and strengthening local citations ... The improvements made by SEO Guru NYC led to significant growth in the website's performance within a six-month period. Organic traffic increased substantially as the website began ranking higher for important service-related keywords in New York. This boost in visibility resulted in more inquiries and appointment bookings from local clients.
SEO Guru NYC redesigned and rebuilt the website of Drain Doc Plumbing NYC, a plumbing company in Brooklyn, New York, creating a responsive layout with reorganized service pages and calls-to-action. The page reports higher conversion rates, with more visitors reaching out through the website for inquiries and service requests, though no numbers are given.
Agency's own wordsseoguru.nycclaimed: Recorded as the source states it; not independently confirmed.quote confirmed, checked Nov 1, 2026describes workSEO for Lead GenerationQuote from the source page
The improved layout and clear calls-to-action led to higher conversion rates, with more visitors reaching out through the website for inquiries and service requests.
A client of SEO Guru NYC, Drain Doc Plumbing NYC, states in a testimonial that the new website loads quickly and has brought more inquiries through the site.
Agency's own wordsseoguru.nycclaimed: Recorded as the source states it; not independently confirmed.quote confirmed, checked Nov 1, 2026describes workSEO for Lead GenerationQuote from the source page
Our new website looks professional, loads quickly, and makes it easy for customers to contact us. We've seen more inquiries coming directly through the site
SEO Guru NYC worked with Movers, Not Shakers!, a Brooklyn-based green moving company, to improve local search presence and Google Maps visibility. The page states the work enhanced the brand's organic website traffic and local phone leads, though no numbers or time period are given.
Agency's own wordsseoguru.nycclaimed: Recorded as the source states it; not independently confirmed.quote confirmed, checked Nov 1, 2026describes workLocal SEOSEO for Lead GenerationQuote from the source page
Movers, Not Shakers!, a Brooklyn-based green moving company approached us to improve local search presence and Google Maps visibility. Our Brooklyn SEO strategies enhanced the brand's organic website traffic and local phone leads.
The page lists an SEO case study for Print Banners NYC, but no results, metrics, or time period are stated on this page.
Agency's own wordsseoguru.nycclaimed: Recorded as the source states it; not independently confirmed.quote confirmed, checked Nov 1, 2026describes workQuote from the source page
Print Banners NYC SEO Case Study
The page lists an SEO case study for AidFull, but no results, metrics, or time period are stated on this page.
Agency's own wordsseoguru.nycclaimed: Recorded as the source states it; not independently confirmed.quote confirmed, checked Nov 1, 2026describes workQuote from the source page
AidFull SEO Case Study
The page lists an SEO case study for Maik Wiedenbach, but no results, metrics, or time period are stated on this page.
Agency's own wordsseoguru.nycclaimed: Recorded as the source states it; not independently confirmed.quote confirmed, checked Nov 1, 2026describes workQuote from the source page
Maik Wiedenbach SEO Case Study
SEO Guru NYC lists a case study titled 'AidFull SEO Case Study' on its case study page, categorized under SEO. The page provides no details on the services performed or the results.
Agency's own wordsseoguru.nycclaimed: Recorded as the source states it; not independently confirmed.quote confirmed, checked Nov 1, 2026describes workQuote from the source page
SEO AidFull SEO Case Study
SEO Guru NYC lists a case study titled 'Staten Island Glam Glow Esthetics SEO Case Study' on its case study page, categorized under SEO. The page provides no details on the services performed or the results.
Agency's own wordsseoguru.nycclaimed: Recorded as the source states it; not independently confirmed.quote confirmed, checked Nov 1, 2026describes workQuote from the source page
SEO Staten Island Glam Glow Esthetics SEO Case Study
In a testimonial, the client reports that website traffic increased, rankings improved for key personal training keywords, and more inquiries and bookings came from clients across NYC.
Agency's own wordsseoguru.nycclaimed: Recorded as the source states it; not independently confirmed.quote confirmed, checked Nov 1, 2026describes workSEO for Lead GenerationQuote from the source page
SEO GURU NYC delivered great results in a short time. Our website traffic increased, rankings improved for key personal training keywords, and we started receiving more inquiries and bookings from clients across NYC.
SEO Guru NYC’s SEO strategy was followed by improved search visibility, increased organic traffic, and more inquiries and bookings for Backdrop Banners NYC within six months.
Agency's own wordsseoguru.nycclaimed: Recorded as the source states it; not independently confirmed.quote confirmed, checked Nov 2, 2026describes workWithin a six-month periodSEO for Lead GenerationQuote from the source page
Within a six-month period, Backdrop Banners NYC saw a significant improvement in its digital performance, with increased visibility across search engines for key service-related keywords in New York City. Organic traffic grew steadily as more local customers discovered the website while searching for backdrop banner solutions, leading to higher engagement and longer site visits. The improved targeting and user experience also contributed to better conversion rates, resulting in more inquiries and bookings from businesses across Manhattan, Brooklyn, and surrounding areas. Overall, the enhanced SEO strategy helped the company strengthen its online presence, attract more qualified leads, and establish a stronger competitive position in the NYC printing market.
Positions in every ranking16 rankings
16 positions: 16 where a claim on file names the need, 0 listed on offer only. The top 5 by evidence first; the rest open below.
| Ranking | Rank | Score | Claims for the need | Confidence | Weakest criterion |
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| SEO for Lead Generation · New Yorkon its own published cases | #32 of 41 | 46 | 13 (0 independent) | Moderate confidence | Transparency 0 of 10 |
| Local SEO · New Yorkon its own published cases | #17 of 27 | 47 | 7 (0 independent) | Moderate confidence | Transparency 0 of 10 |
| SEO for High-Ticket Services · New Yorkon its own published cases | #31 of 37 | 39 | 3 (0 independent) | Moderate confidence | Transparency 0 of 10 |
| Technical SEO · New Yorkon its own published cases | #19 of 20 | 33 | 1 (0 independent) | Moderate confidence | Transparency 0 of 10 |
| SEO Audit · New Yorkon its own published cases | #29 of 39 | 35 | 1 (0 independent) | Moderate confidence | Transparency 0 of 10 |
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| Ranking | Rank | Score | Claims for the need | Confidence | Weakest criterion |
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| SEO Audit · Dallason its own published cases | #37 of 39 | 30 | 1 (0 independent) | Moderate confidence | Transparency 0 of 10 |
| SEO Audit · Phoenixon its own published cases | #37 of 39 | 30 | 1 (0 independent) | Moderate confidence | Transparency 0 of 10 |
| Technical SEO · Houstonon its own published cases | #96 of 115 | 28 | 1 (0 independent) | Moderate confidence | Transparency 0 of 10 |
| SEO Audit · Atlantaon its own published cases | #35 of 39 | 30 | 1 (0 independent) | Moderate confidence | Transparency 0 of 10 |
| SEO Audit · Chicagoon its own published cases | #35 of 39 | 30 | 1 (0 independent) | Moderate confidence | Transparency 0 of 10 |
| SEO Audit · Houstonon its own published cases | #35 of 39 | 30 | 1 (0 independent) | Moderate confidence | Transparency 0 of 10 |
| SEO Audit · Miamion its own published cases | #35 of 39 | 30 | 1 (0 independent) | Moderate confidence | Transparency 0 of 10 |
| SEO Audit · San Franciscoon its own published cases | #35 of 39 | 30 | 1 (0 independent) | Moderate confidence | Transparency 0 of 10 |
| SEO Audit · Seattleon its own published cases | #35 of 39 | 30 | 1 (0 independent) | Moderate confidence | Transparency 0 of 10 |
| Technical SEO · Seattleon its own published cases | #96 of 115 | 28 | 1 (0 independent) | Moderate confidence | Transparency 0 of 10 |
| Technical SEO · San Franciscoon its own published cases | #98 of 116 | 28 | 1 (0 independent) | Moderate confidence | Transparency 0 of 10 |
Fit and geography
- Headquarters
- Brooklyn, NY, USAAgency's own words
- Service regions
- New York, NY, USAVendar profile field
- Client types
- legal, ecommerce, local_business, b2b, saasVendar profile field
- Industries
- Ecommerce, SaaS, Healthcare, Education, Construction, Legal, Home Services, B2B, EntertainmentVendar profile field
- Named clients in confirmed proof
- New York Banner Stands, Backdrop Banners NYC, Five Star Wellness Centers, AidFull, New York OrthoLab, Pari Med Spa, Maik Wiedenbach, Drain Doc Plumbing NYCIndependent source or agency, see the claims list
Only rows marked “Verified by Vendar” were checked. Rankings place an agency in a city by headquarters or by documented work for clients there, never by a service region alone.
Pricing in fullNot disclosed
- Model
- not disclosed
- Minimum monthly budget
- not disclosed
- Project minimum
- not disclosed
- Hourly rate
- not disclosed
- Typical range
- not disclosed
- Minimum term
- not disclosed
- Setup fee
- not disclosed
- Engagement models
- not stated
Source: Not disclosed. Every figure above is the agency's published number; a row marked not disclosed has no published figure.
The Local SEO band tops out at $6,000/month; this vendor does not publish a monthly floor.
Median disclosed monthly floor in each ranking: Local SEO $2,500 (11 of 27 disclose) · Technical SEO $5,000 (13 of 20 disclose) · SEO Audit $3,000 (25 of 39 disclose) · SEO for High-Ticket Services $4,500 (20 of 37 disclose) · SEO for Lead Generation $4,500 (23 of 41 disclose) · SEO Audit $3,000 (25 of 39 disclose) · SEO Audit $3,000 (25 of 39 disclose) · Technical SEO $3,000 (72 of 115 disclose) · SEO Audit $3,000 (25 of 39 disclose) · SEO Audit $3,000 (25 of 39 disclose) · SEO Audit $3,000 (25 of 39 disclose) · SEO Audit $3,000 (25 of 39 disclose) · SEO Audit $3,000 (25 of 39 disclose) · SEO Audit $3,000 (25 of 39 disclose) · Technical SEO $3,000 (72 of 115 disclose) · Technical SEO $3,000 (72 of 116 disclose)
Reputation
- Google5 · 8 reviews
How it counts: 8 third-party reviews at 5.0. Ratings say nothing about work on a specific need and never count as evidence for it.
- Awards
- none on file
- Certifications
- none on file
Company and process
Founding year, team size and working process are not disclosed.
- Founded
- not disclosedNot disclosed
- Team size
- not disclosedNot disclosed
- Languages
- not statedVendar profile field
- Services
- SEOVendar profile field
- Technologies
- not statedVendar profile field
- Workflow
- not documentedAgency's own words
- Onboarding
- not documentedAgency's own words
- Reporting
- not documentedAgency's own words
Company fields come from the vendor profile; only fields with status verified were checked by Vendar.
How confidence is computedLower confidence
- Confidence
- Lower confidence, 62 of 100
- Evidence posture
- thin: No independent source documents this vendor's work; treat it as a candidate only.
- Capped by
- Rated from the evidence on file (sources, independence, confirmed quotes), not by an editor.
- Best position confidence
- Moderate confidence
It starts from the data completeness and source reliability of the profile, and is capped when independent proof of work is thin. The next level is Moderate confidence. One independent claim with a measured result for the best-ranked need is the fastest way up.
- Who the company is: website, headquarters, founding year, team size, logo, regions served: founding year, team size12/20
- Fit: services, industries, client types15/15
- Commercial terms: model, entry price, hourly rate, minimum term, setup fee: model, entry price, hourly rate, minimum term, setup fee0/20
- Documented work: cases naming a client and a result (target 5) and work claims overall (target 10): 1 cases with a named client and a result, 28 work claims14/30
- Reputation: rating and review count on two or more platforms, each with 10 or more reviews: 0 platforms with a rating and 10 or more reviews; Google: too few reviews to count0/15
- Who is speaking: independent sources among work claims (full marks at 40%): 0 of 28 work claims are independent0/30
- Checked against the source page: confirmed, or half for partly confirmed: 28 confirmed, 0 partly, of 29 with a source24/25
- Numbers backed by a verbatim quote from the source: 1 of 120/20
- Seen within the last 365 days: 28 of 2914/15
- Not contradicted: claims their source no longer supports: 0 not supported by their page10/10
These two scores describe the profile itself and never change a position.
Limits and how to correct them
- No independent source names local SEO work; the evidence is first-party or editorial.
- Pricing not disclosed; budget fit cannot be checked before outreach.
- Never verified against official sources.
- Profile below decision-ready status: the profile is collected but not reviewed yet.
- Use as a caveated candidate only: no independent source documents this vendor's work.
- None of the 28 documented work claims comes from an independent source; all are the agency's own account or sources it controls.
- Only one third-party evidence claim is normalized.
- Best position rests on: Published by the agency on its own site.
- 28 of 29 claims on file are the agency's own words or sources it controls; 1 come from an independent source.
- Open: Price signal disclosed (not disclosed; asked in Before you sign)
- Open: Three strongest proofs name a client and a measured, dated result (1 of 3)
- Open: Every claim has an observation date (28 of 29)
- Open: At least a third of documented work comes from independent sources (0 of 28 work claims)
- Open: Founding year, team size and headquarters on file (founding year missing, team size missing)
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