About Neptune Design
A Cape Town-based digital growth agency at the forefront of AI Visibility and Search Engine Optimization, helping businesses get found by both humans and AI.
Making Businesses Visible in the Age of AI
Founded in Cape Town in 2020, Neptune Design was built on a simple observation: the way people find information online is fundamentally changing. Search engines are evolving, and AI-powered answer engines are becoming primary information sources.
Powered by Rankup's technology platform, we help businesses navigate this shift by combining traditional SEO expertise with cutting-edge Generative Engine Optimization (GEO). Our mission is to ensure every client is visible, cited, and recommended across both search engines and AI platforms.
We've helped over 100 businesses across South Africa and internationally achieve measurable improvements in their digital visibility, driving real revenue growth through organic channels.
Experience, Expertise, Authority, Trust
Our commitment to E-E-A-T principles ensures we deliver credible, authoritative results.
Experience
5+ years of hands-on experience in SEO and digital marketing, with proven results across diverse industries.
Expertise
Google-certified team with specialized knowledge in AI Visibility, GEO, technical SEO, and content strategy.
Authoritativeness
Recognized industry leaders with published research on GEO and AI-driven search optimization strategies.
Trustworthiness
Transparent reporting, ethical practices, and a track record of delivering measurable ROI for every client.
Meet the Experts
A team of passionate digital strategists, SEO specialists, and AI visibility experts.
Nico Pretorius
10+ years in digital marketing. Pioneer in South African GEO practices. Google-certified SEO expert.
Thandi Nkosi
Former data scientist specializing in NLP and AI retrieval systems. Leads our GEO strategy team.
Marco van der Berg
Full-stack developer turned SEO architect. Expert in Core Web Vitals, schema markup, and site performance.
What We Stand For
Data-Driven Decisions
Every strategy we build is rooted in data. We measure, analyze, and optimize based on real performance metrics, not guesswork.
Transparent Reporting
You'll always know exactly how your campaigns are performing. We provide clear, honest reports with actionable insights.
Future-Forward Thinking
We stay ahead of industry shifts. Our investment in GEO and AI Visibility ensures our clients are prepared for the future of search.
Ready to Work With Us?
Let's discuss how Neptune Design can help your business dominate search engines and AI platforms.