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Foundation Digital is a boutique digital agency that partners with companies to develop & execute data-driven media strategies which increase market share, brand awareness, & your bottom line. Foundation Digital has brought home countless awards for the agency, as well as for our clients over the years...
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- Digital Marketing
- Advertising
- Content Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Santa Clarita, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We reinforce modular concepts and change management to assist digital transformations globally!...
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- Digital Marketing
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Irving, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Advertisie is an agency for SMBs. Our goal is to increase the amount of awesome brands. To achieve this goal we utilize our knowledge and experience in marketing, design, and web development fields...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Web Development
- PPC
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Designpip was established in 2018 by Phillippa Stewart. With a BA (Hons) in Graphic Design and over 15 years of experience at leading London agencies, Phillippa took the leap to launch her own venture...
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- Web Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Moltech Solutions Inc. was founded in 2014, with an ambition to offer high quality and best-fit solutions with cutting edge technologies in all segments of the IT industry in India. Moltech solutions is an outsourcing company and also your trusted technical partner for your vision and dreams. We have provided...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- Digital Services
- Web Development
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- Location
- Plano, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We're looking for businesses that need a strong online presence. You can expect your rebuilt or new website to utilize organic and paid SEO to reach search ranking goals, engage on social media platforms, run targeted online ads, deliver monthly blog posts, create valuable content for marketing, and leverage...
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- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Scottsville, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Founded in 2018 and based in Chicago, IL, WPrime Agency is a dynamic digital solutions provider specializing in SEO, social media marketing, web and mobile app development, and design. Our mission is to deliver impactful results by blending creativity with technology. We drive ROI through data-driven...
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- SEO
- Web Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $55/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
SEO Inc. is a renowned enterprise SEO Company with over 29+ years of experience enhancing online business visibility and revenue...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- eCommerce
- CRO
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- Location
- Nashville, Tennessee
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Sparktopus is a global IT services and consulting firm specializing in web design, web development, mobile app development, AI integration, cloud services, cybersecurity, digital marketing, and more...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
With a trusted team of experts and a proven approach, we empower small businesses to thrive! Let us navigate the marketing challenges, so you can focus on what you do best...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Manasquan, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
chadworks is for motivated clients that seek authentic digital presence as a counter measure to social media burnout and AI saturation...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $315/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Midriff Info Solution Pvt. Ltd. is a Web Design & Development company based in Mohali, India. We are located in Chandigarh, India, and delivering digital services at the global level. We established our services in 2011. We have achieved trust and long-term relations with our clients by making their business...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Mohali, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
We focused on providing clients with exceptional results. We believe in building long-term relationships through listening to our client's needs and understanding their business. Implementing the right digital solutions to grow our client's businesses...
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- SEO
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $110/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
To deliver award-winning, world-class creative solutions that foster unforgettable experiences for consumers and build market value for companies. Our clients set the bar in their industry and are envied by their competitors. Our team of kick-ass talent is proud and empowered of the work we do...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Web Development
- Email Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Lewis SEO Houston is a full service Digital Marketing Company that has been in business since 2008 and each member of our team has at least a decade of experience in their digital marketing specialty which includes Technical SEO, AISEO, eCommerce SEO, Social Media Marketing, Web Design & more...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Web Design
- Reputation Management
- AEO
- CRO
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Founder-led web design studio in San Diego. Xavier Masse, a French-American developer with 15+ years in web, designs and builds custom websites for small businesses in English, French or both. Sites run on Astro (no WordPress, page builders or templates) with search fundamentals and clear paths to calls...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- SEO
- Branding
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- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
The Branding Agency is a full-service Charlotte, NC digital marketing agency founded in 2015, specializing in local SEO, Google Business Profile optimization, web design, Google Ads and AI search visibility. All work is done in-house by senior staff no outsourcing...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- SEO
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Charlotte, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Since 1999 our industry fluent web design and web development team build over 800 websites. Our main focus is to deliver clean, professional and most of all exceptional web design work to all our clients. Whether you need brochure website, unique e-commerce solution or large corporate website, Aroma Web...
Top Services:
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- Video Production
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- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Nimbletoad is a full-service digital marketing agency based in North County San Diego that specializes in website design, SEO, and PPC. Founded in 2008, Nimbletoad’s results-driven marketing strategies enable B2B and B2C organizations to compete at the highest level regionally and nationally...
Top Services:
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Email Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Carlsbad, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
New Wave Digital Designs is a web design, SEO and graphic design agency located in central New Jersey. We service small and mid-size companies of all industries...
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- SEO
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- PPC
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- Location
- Newark, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
A streamlined, growing media and marketing company targeting outdoor related entities. We keep things simple so we can focus on building powerful websites, encapsulating graphics, and create marketing strategies for clients at a reasonable and fair price...
Top Services:
- Email Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
- Content Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Huntsville, Alabama
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Digital Vertex is a web development and marketing firm that has successfully helped thousands of companies grown and promote their business. A family-run business since it's inception in 2004, we apply sound, proven strategies when creating and marketing a website for your company. We understand from our...
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- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
2Leaf is a highly rated and experienced web agency specializing in web design, web development, app development, digital marketing, and SEO. They rank in the top 5 within the greater Sacramento area. They have been in business since 2007...
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- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Sacramento, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $95/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Driven by performance marketing, KPIs, class-leading creative and building strong relationships with our partners...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
The mission of Little Big Things is to empower businesses by offering Webflow development services, enabling them to concentrate on their fundamental operations. Our aim is to relieve them from the complexities of constructing user-friendly sites for clients and visitors, including testing and deployment...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- CRO
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- Location
- Sheridan, Wyoming
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $140/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Franklin Digital offers SEO and digital marketing services to companies in the Philadelphia area. We pride ourselves on linking your website traffic to revenue and continuously testing and improving your results. Our team has delivered results to clients across all industries and sizes, from enterprise...
Top Services:
- SEO
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
- PPC
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- Location
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
With over 20 years of experience, our web design and SEO agency crafts stunning, user-friendly websites and drives organic traffic with expert SEO strategies. We deliver tailored solutions that enhance your online presence and boost your business growth. Partner with us for digital success...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Design Services
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Aachen, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Selvinx engineers B2B websites as revenue engines, not digital brochures. We diagnose your Pipeline Leak before writing code. Senior-only execution, radical honesty, and provable ROI. We tell you not to hire us if a rebuild isn't needed. Stop buying pixels...
Top Services:
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- CRO
- SEO
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- Sheridan, Wyoming
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Devlixor Technologies is a high-velocity digital engineering firm dedicated to transforming complex technical challenges into market-leading growth engines. Specializing in Next.js architecture and AI-driven automation via n8n, we build scalable digital backbones for brands across the USA, UK, and APAC...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- SEO
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Terrebonne, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Velocity Marketing offers website design, Meta, Google & TikTok Ads, SEO, social media, and campaigns to grow your business online...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- San Antonio, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Bay Area Coders is a San Francisco-based product and engineering studio working with venture-backed startups and growth-stage companies since 2016. We combine strategy, design, engineering, and AI to help teams ship real products and modernize existing ones...
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- Software Development
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Design Services
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- Location
- Roseville, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We help start, launch, and grow small businesses and brands. NYC-based, offering services nationwide...
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- Digital Services
- Creative Services
- Video Production
- Branding
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Albany, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
LinkTech Solutions is a Southern California technology agency helping businesses modernize through custom websites, software, automation, AI solutions, integrations, and IT services. We focus on building practical systems that reduce manual work, improve operations, generate leads, and give growing businesses...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- AEO
- AI Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Chino Hills, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $160/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At Pod Digital Marketing, your success is our success. We provide a joined-up and innovative marketing approach for businesses across the UK. Whether you are looking for Web Design, SEO, Social, PPC or more, we have the skilled workforce to drive more leads and sales for your business...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Web Design
- PPC
- Web Development
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- Location
- Leicester, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Ambsan Digital is a full stack company specializing in high-performance web and mobile app development. We transform ideas into scalable digital products, offering end-to-end services from UI/UX design and custom web platforms to native and cross-platform mobile applications. Our expert developers focus on...
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- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Software Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- California City, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Quantivo Inc. SARL is a modern digital solutions agency specializing in web development, software engineering, cloud solutions, and data-driven technologies...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Big Data Analytics
- AI Development
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- Location
- Douala, Cameroon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Fast, secure WordPress & Shopify websites for startups and growing brands, engineered to turn more visitors into customers. Trusted by businesses in USA, UK, UAE & Australia...
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- Web Development
- Graphic Design
- eCommerce Development
- Branding
- Design Services
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- Location
- Taliparamba, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 15 Projects Listed
Zonic Media based in Dover DE and we provide Google Business profile services that includes Google Business profile reinstatement and Verification service. Local SEO and Website development services. With a 5 star reviews on Google we are known for our fair and transparent price...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Dover, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Why are we different? We have been working with clients and partners from all over the world. We are creative, young, educated, experienced and we breathe Creative Industries...
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- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Târnăveni, Romania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Discover an improved method for redefining company objectives and attaining higher conversion rates in a natural manner. We provide our clients with comprehensive solutions that are aligned with their business objectives. Our commitment and data-driven methodology are geared toward delivering the RESULTS that...
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- Digital Marketing
- Digital Services
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Homebush West, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Versys Media is an AI digital agency specialising in website design, SaaS development, AI solutions, and digital marketing with offices in the UK, America and South Africa. We build fast, conversion-focused digital experiences that help businesses grow, generate leads, and scale with confidence...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Sandton, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
OneEKO Technologies is a software development agency building custom solutions for small businesses. We specialize in web applications, mobile apps, and AI integration, helping local businesses like restaurants, gyms, law firms, and retail stores compete with modern technology. Our flagship product KaiScout...
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- Software Development
- Digital Services
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Wilmington, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
We help business owners increase sales and market their brand with online tools...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Here at NE1 Web Design, we specialise in web design, development, and creative content.We love to turn ideas into beautiful things, let us help your business with our website solutions.Our in-house web design team has over 20 years of experience in designing and developing websites and is on hand to...
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- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- North Shields, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Nashville web design studio specializing in custom WordPress and Shopify websites for small businesses. Strategy-first design, personal service, and real results without the agency price tag...
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- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Murfreesboro, Tennessee
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Beetle & Frog builds strategy-first websites for Inland Empire service businesses. We are based in Riverside and work exclusively with contractors, trades, medical practices, and local operators who need a site that actually generates calls and leads.Every project starts with your customer's decision...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- SEO
- CRO
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- Location
- Riverside, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $152/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At BrandingBeez, we craft bold, buzz-worthy brand experiences from eye-catching designs and engaging websites to strategic SEO and digital marketing that gets results. We help your brand stand out, connect, and grow...
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- SEO
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Graphic Design
- PPC
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- Location
- Coimbatore, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Clarieo helps small and mid-sized businesses look credible, get found and win more customers. We design brands, build fast custom websites, and do SEO and AI search optimization, so your business shows up on Google and gets recommended by tools like ChatGPT. Short-form video and paid ads are available too...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Branding
- SEO
- AEO
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
CodeAegis is a leading software development company committed to delivering excellence in every project. With a global presence in UAE, USA, Kuwait, and India and eight years of experience, we have been providing innovative digital solutions that reflect our dedication to quality...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Blockchain
- IoT
- AI Development
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- Location
- Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 18 Projects Listed
We help medium-sized businesses and funded b2b start-ups increase their sales through impactful website design...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Web Design
- Video Production
- Logo Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Bengaluru, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
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Everything You Need to Know Before Hiring a Shopify Development Company
How do Shopify development companies help businesses grow?
They help businesses scale their commerce operations by improving performance, user experience, and integrations.
Shopify experts create a scalable foundation for growth across conversion, performance, operations, and digital marketing.
Shopify reports that global eCommerce now accounts for over 20% of retail sales, indicating that competition is increasing and that businesses must optimize every aspect of their online stores to grow.
The right Shopify development services combine technical execution with business strategy to drive measurable results.
Shopify development agencies improve product pages, navigation, and checkout flow through Shopify design and UX enhancements.
Even the smallest UX improvements can significantly increase revenue; conversion rate gains of just 1-2% can have a major impact at scale.
A Shopify developer can also optimize Shopify theme development, code, and assets.
Google reports that improving page load time by 0.1 seconds can increase conversions by up to 8-10%, making performance a direct growth lever.
A Shopify expert can build a flexible architecture for Shopify Plus expansion to support growing commerce volume and traffic spikes.
In 2025, Shopify merchants collectively processed over $378.44 billion in GMV, showing the platform’s scalability.
Shopify development companies implement technical Shopify SEO, site structure, and content optimization.
Organic search drives about 53% of all website traffic, making SEO a key long-term growth channel.
Through integration and automation, agencies also connect backend systems and automate workflows.
McKinsey estimates automation can reduce operational costs by up to 30%, improving margins as businesses scale.
How long does a typical Shopify development project take?
The timeline for a Shopify development project depends on the complexity of your store, level of customization, and whether you’re working with a Shopify eCommerce development company or building in-house.
| Project type | Timeline | What it includes |
| Basic Shopify store setup | 1-5 days |
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| Standard Shopify store development | 2-4 weeks |
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| Advanced Shopify development | 4-8 weeks |
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| Custom/Shopify Plus project | 2-4+ months |
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| Full migration to Shopify | 3 months |
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For most businesses that plan to work with a Shopify agency, the timeline will look like this:
- A professional Shopify store development project typically takes 4-8 weeks.
- More customized builds or Shopify Plus implementations can extend to 8-16+ weeks.
Many agencies report that most standard builds are completed within 4-8 weeks, making this the most common timeline for growing eCommerce brands.
What ROI can I expect from investing in Shopify store development?
Businesses report up to 80% average sales growth and 1200% ROI on custom features when working with dedicated Shopify developers.
The ROI from Shopify store development comes from three main areas:
- Higher conversions
- Increased traffic
- Improved operational efficiency.
While exact returns vary by business, data shows that well-executed Shopify development services can deliver measurable and often compounding results.
Conversion rate improvements
Optimized Shopify design, UX, and checkout reduce friction and increase purchases. The average eCommerce conversion rate is only around 2.5-3%, meaning even small improvements can significantly increase revenue.
Higher customer retention
A better user experience and faster performance increase repeat purchases. Around 65% of a company’s revenue comes from existing customers, making retention one of the most important drivers of long-term ROI.
Faster load times bring more revenue
Deloitte found that a 0.1-second improvement in site speed can increase retail conversions by up to 8.4% and average order value by 9.2%.
Leading Shopify development companies create a system that:
- Converts more visitors into customers
- Scales with your business through eCommerce development and integrations
- Supports growth through digital marketing and Shopify SEO
- Reduces inefficiencies through automation and better workflows
How do I choose the best Shopify development company for my store?
Choosing the right Shopify agency is critical because it directly impacts your store’s performance, scalability, and ROI.
- Define your goals and scope: Clarify whether you need Shopify store setup, migration, Shopify Plus, app development, or full eCommerce development.
- Look for relevant Shopify experience: Ask Shopify development agencies whether they have experience with Shopify store development, Shopify migration, theme development, app development, Shopify SEO, and ongoing support. Shopify has a large ecosystem of 100,000+ partners, so specialization matters.
- Review their case studies: Focus on results, including conversion improvements, performance gains, and SEO growth.
- Evaluate technical capabilities: Ensure the Shopify development agency can handle Shopify theme development and customization, Shopify app development, and Integrations.
- Assess their approach to SEO: The best Shopify development firm should include technical Shopify SEO, page speed optimization, and a mobile-first design. Faster sites can increase conversions by up to 8-10% with small speed improvements.
Understand pricing and transparency: Look for a clear scope of Shopify services, defined timelines and deliverables, and no hidden costs.
What questions should I ask before hiring a Shopify development expert?
Ask Shopify development companies the following questions before you sign a contract:
Relevant Background
- What experience do you have with Shopify development?
- Can you share case studies or results from past projects?
- Are you a certified Shopify partner or Shopify Plus partner?
- Which industries or types of Shopify stores do you specialize in?
Services and Processes
- What Shopify development services do you offer (design, app development, SEO, integrations)?
- How do you handle Shopify theme development and customization?
- What is your process for Shopify migration, testing, and quality assurance?
- Do you provide ongoing support, Shopify SEO, and digital marketing after launch?
Related to Your Project
- How would you approach my specific Shopify website development needs?
- What timeline and budget should I expect for my project?
- How will you ensure performance, conversions, and scalability as my business grows?
- What tools, integrations, or Shopify solutions do you recommend for my store?
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5 Frequently Asked Questions About Shopify Development Companies
What services do Shopify development agencies offer?
They provide end-to-end solutions that cover everything from initial strategy to long-term growth. Businesses should look for Shopify experts who combine Shopify development, design, integration, and digital marketing to maximize ROI.
Core Shopify development services include:
- Shopify Store development and web development: Creating Shopify and Shopify Plus sites from scratch, tailored to brand and business models. Shopify website development includes user experience (UX), navigation and structure, and scalable eCommerce architecture for growth.
- Shopify theme development and customization: Designing advanced Shopify themes using Liquid, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, and managing performance optimization and mobile responsiveness.
- Shopify app development and software development: Creating custom Shopify apps for unique business needs, private and public apps, and developing backend software for automation and integrations.
- Shopify integration services: Managing third-party integrations (ERP, CRM, PIM, payment gateways), API-based Shopify integration with logistics, accounting, and marketing tools, and automating business processes.
- Shopify migration: Transferring existing stores from platforms like WooCommerce, Magento, or custom systems, handling data transfer (products, customers, orders), and managing SEO-safe URL mapping and redirects.
- Performance and optimization (CRO): Enhancing site speed, mobile optimization, and user experience (UX) to increase conversion rates.
- Ongoing support and maintenance: Providing regular updates, security monitoring, and technical support
When does a business need Shopify Plus and a Shopify Plus Partner?
A business typically needs Shopify Plus and the support of a Shopify Plus partner when its eCommerce operations become too complex, high-volume, or globally distributed for standard Shopify plans. At this stage, businesses require a more advanced Shopify solution to support automation, multi-store management, and international commerce.
At that point, success depends on:
- Advanced Shopify development
- Strong integrations
- Optimized Shopify design and UX
- Continuous growth through digital marketing and Shopify SEO
Top Shopify development companies help turn Shopify Plus from a platform upgrade into a long-term competitive advantage. Shopify Plus is designed for high-growth brands that usually generate $1M+ in annual revenue or experience rapid monthly growth.
Shopify reported that its merchants processed over $235 billion in gross merchandise volume (GMV) in 2023, showing how quickly businesses on the platform can scale.
How much does it cost to hire a Shopify development company?
The cost of hiring a Shopify development agency can vary significantly based on your store’s complexity, required features, and long-term goals.
Shopify developers charge between $30 and $200+ per hour or $5,000 to over $30,000 for full website development, according to DesignRush data.
Location is another factor that influences pricing. Agencies in the United States and across North America typically charge between $50 and $150+ per hour, while Eastern European or Asian Shopify development agencies may offer more competitive rates of $15 to $80 per hour.
Platform and ongoing costs to consider:
- Shopify plans range from $39 per month to $2,300+ per month.
- Payment processing fees typically range from 1% to 3% per transaction.
- Ongoing maintenance and support can cost between $90 and $2,400+ per month.
Do I need custom Shopify theme customization or an existing theme with minor edits?
Choosing between the two depends on your business stage, budget, and the level of differentiation your Shopify store needs to compete effectively.
Shopify theme customization vs. existing theme
| Existing theme with edits | Custom theme development |
| Best for startups or simple store setups | Best for scaling businesses and advanced development |
| Lower cost: $0-$5,000 | Higher investment: $10,000-$30,000+ |
| Fast launch: days to a few weeks | Longer timeline: 4-12+ weeks |
| Uses 200+ pre-built Shopify themes | Fully custom Shopify design and theme development |
| Limited flexibility; relies on apps | Full control; ability to reduce need for apps and improve UX |
| Good baseline performance | Optimized performance where speed improvements can increase conversions by 8-10% |
Essentially, you should choose an existing Shopify theme with minor edits if your priorities are speed, cost-efficiency, and simplicity. Go for a custom Shopify theme development if your priorities are scalability, performance, and differentiation.
What should a Shopify migration company include to protect SEO, data, and sales?
A reliable agency should protect your rankings, customer data, and revenue throughout the process.
At a minimum, a professional Shopify migration service should include:
- SEO preservation: Full URL mapping, 301 redirects, and metadata transfer to prevent ranking loss
- Data migration: Accurate transfer of products, customers, and order history with validation checks
- Shopify integration: Reconnection of apps, payment systems, ERP, and CRM tools
- Testing and QA: Full testing of checkout, payments, and user flows before launch
- Performance optimization: Improved speed and mobile UX as part of Shopify development
- Post-migration monitoring: Tracking traffic, rankings, and fixing issues after launch
These elements are critical because around 33% of users discover brands through search, according to recent reports. Therefore, even small SEO losses can directly impact sales.
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