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Bremen, Bremen, Germany
1-9
2021
HECHT INS GEFECHT is an SEO agency based in Bremen. Founded in 2021 by brothers Johannes and Benny Windolph, it advises e-commerce companies.
HECHT INS GEFECHT is the top address for Tech SEO, Brand SEO, Local SEO and the Google Knowledge Graph as well as for AI-based search systems such as Generative Engine Optimization (GEO), AI Search, Large Language Model Optimization (LLMO) and Generative AI Optimization (GAIO).
The agency's goal is to maximize its clients' visibility in AI-based search engines such as ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity, Claude, AI Overviews, and Deepseek, as well as search engines like Google and Bing. HECHT INS GEFECHT's strength lies in its technical expertise and deep understanding of effective measures that directly generate more revenue.
HECHT INS GEFECHT's clients primarily include e-commerce companies and online marketplaces. Benny and Johannes help them help themselves. How? HECHT INS GEFECHT analyzes a company's current status (SEO audit), develops a data-driven strategy, and supports its clients in its implementation. Through trained knowledge transfer, the agency strengthens its in-house teams and shares its own long-standing expertise. And it pays off!
The small Bremen-based agency is award-winning and has received multiple high ratings on platforms such as Sortlist and OMR. In 2025, HECHT INS GEFECHT won third place in the Agenturtipp SEO contest and the special prize for visibility in Rankscale's AI search.
Founder Benny also shares his expert knowledge of AI Search, Brand SEO, the Google Knowledge Graph, entities, and semantic SEO as a guest author for magazines such as t3n, OMT, and the AFS Academy.
Follow founders Benny and Johannes on LinkedIn. Both share exciting insights and genuine expert knowledge on SEO/GEO and e-commerce.
Benny's LinkedIn profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benny-windolph-00126511a/
Johannes LinkedIn profile:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/johannes-windolph/
Client business size
Budget per project
Starting from $5,000
Project duration
Starting from 3-6 months
Geographic focus
Switzerland
Germany
Austria
Languages
English
German
Services
Success stories
Akademis: 4 years at number 1 and 12x more traffic
$30,000
2019
48 months
Challenge
Akademis experts help parents place their children in the best boarding schools in England and Scotland. The goal was to increase organic visibility and convert website users into customers.
Solution
We have redesigned the Akademis website and optimized it for SEO. A server move has significantly improved the loading speed. The content has been restructured to increase the conversion rate. We also regularly train the team on SEO to build up knowledge in-house.
Result
Akademis has been ranked number 1 for "boarding school England" for over 4 years, is the industry leader in British boarding school placement and has 52 first places on Google, 30 of which are featured snippets. Organic traffic rose from 687 to 8388.
From 0 to 3rd place in 30 days at the SEO contest
$0
2025
1 months
Challenge
As part of Germany's most well-known SEO contest, hosted by Agenturtipp.de, the challenge was to make a new domain without existing authority visible for the fantasy keyword "Keyword King" within 30 days - in competition with over 100 SEO professionals from across Germany.
Solution
We implemented a lean strategy: an EMD domain, AI-powered content, targeted on-page optimization, and strategically placed industry backlinks. Agile implementation and clear prioritization resulted in a focused competitor page.
Result
Third place in the 2025 SEO Contest and a special prize for the highest visibility in AI search engines (ChatGPT, Gemini, and Perplexity). The domain achieved above-average rankings, visibility, and mentions within a very short time.
113 times on number 1 on Google: Travel blog AlexAsia
$24,000
2023
12 months
Challenge
AlexAsia wanted to grow organically, overtake the competition and become the go-to brand for travel to Southeast Asia.
Solution
We visually redesigned and structured the AlexAsia website. Through targeted SEO optimizations and the implementation of relevant keywords, we significantly improved the Google rankings. Our comprehensive technical and content optimization ensured an excellent user experience.
Result
• 113x No. 1 on Google • Traffic value 14,000 EUR / month • +600% clicks “Benny has taken our SEO to a new level. The collaboration was professional and the positive effects were quickly noticeable. Thanks to them, we can concentrate on our core competencies and reach more readers!”
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Hecht ins Gefecht has supported me with consulting and implementation for several website projects related to SEO, GEO, and AI search. Benny and Johannes are incredibly knowledgeable in their field; you can tell immediately. They also have a firm grasp of visibility in AI tools like ChatGPT, Gemini, and others. The process is exceptionally well-guided, and comprehensive advice is provided. Video calls were always available, and there were clear guidelines and implementation specifications. Simply fantastic! The results have always been excellent, and what's particularly important to me is that it's a pleasure to work with them, and you can rely on them completely. So, thank you so much for your amazing work!!
Hecht ins Gefecht impressed us with their in-depth SEO expertise. The agency built and optimized our website so that we have a sustainable presence in organic Google search results and AI-driven search engines. Particularly positive were their fast response times, proactive problem-solving, and open, transparent communication – always helpful and on equal footing. From the technical setup and content optimization to ongoing support, every detail was perfect. Measurable improvements in rankings and visibility followed quickly. Hecht ins Gefecht acts as a reliable partner, and the noticeable increase in our visibility confirms their approach. We're always happy to bring Hecht on board again! ;-)
I had a one-hour SEO consultation with Benny and I'm absolutely thrilled. No long-winded discussions, just clear, practical tips that I could implement immediately. The optimizations for LLMs were particularly outstanding. Exceptionally competent, structured, and highly recommended!
We've been working with HECHT INS GEFECHT for some time now and are impressed by how consistently strategy and implementation go hand in hand. Technical SEO, content planning, and local approaches mesh seamlessly; the reporting is understandable, and the goals are realistic. Benny, a great project manager, keeps everything in check, scheduling is fast, and he creates a pleasant, productive atmosphere. Visibility, traffic, and conversion rates have noticeably improved. For us, the best SEO agency – a clear recommendation.
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