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Design Xcellence is a digital solutions company focused on building websites and online experiences that actually help businesses grow. We dont believe in charging for every little task instead, we focus on delivering real value and results that matter. From desigReach out for a free consultation...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Kalispell, Montana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Solyn Studio is a branding and web design agency helping small business owners build brands that look and perform like they belong at the next level. We handle identity, websites, apps, social content, and SEO all under one roof, with a design language rooted in refinement rather than trend. Every project is...
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- Web Design
- Branding
- eCommerce Development
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Wyoming, Wisconsin
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Established in 2014, JT Digital 360 is a full-service digital marketing agency with a national reach. We assist businesses of all sizes in achieving their digital marketing goals across the United States and internationally...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Coralville, Iowa
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Creative Tugs is a web design and software development agency specializing in custom websites, web applications, mobile apps, and API integrations. With a sales office in Manchester, Connecticut, and a technical back office in Karachi, Pakistan, the agency combines US-based client support with an...
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- Software Development
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Manchester, Connecticut
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Metrix helps fast-growing companies scale through web, apps, and systems that remove the guesswork from growth...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Brisbane, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $240/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Thrive Engine is a Denver-based digital marketing company specializing in Wordpress Website Design & Development, Wordpress Website Maintenance & Website Hosting. We build FAST, SECURE, SEO Friendly Wordpress websites where GREAT design is our baseline but the technical aspect is where we flourish...
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- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Sayles Industries is a results driven digital marketing agency specializing in Local SEO, Google Business Profile optimization, WordPress web design, lead generation, and AI powered marketing solutions. We help contractors, home service companies, law firms, and local businesses increase visibility,...
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- SEO
- WordPress Website Design
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Erie, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
MJM Designz is a versatile web developer and creative specialist based in Orange County, California. It offers a wide array of services, including web development, web design, graphic design, website optimization, SEO strategy, and drone services...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Anaheim, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Mas Vashu runs full service marketing for companies built to grow using socials, SEO, web and paid media under one team. We have straight pricing with no junior handoffs and work directly with you...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Burbank, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Metrix Media Labs is a San Antonio-based digital marketing agency specializing in SEO, PPC, web development, and content strategy. We craft custom, data-driven campaigns that elevate brand visibility, drive targeted traffic, and boost conversions. Our expert team delivers scalable solutions tailored to your...
Top Services:
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- eCommerce
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- Location
- San Antonio, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Design Point is a web design and digital agency helping businesses Australia wide in building high engaging websites that not only look attractive but drive customer conversions...
Top Services:
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Melbourne, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Esconzeta is a strategic growth consultancy that helps businesses make better commercial and marketing decisions that directly impact revenue. Rather than operating as a traditional marketing agency, Esconzeta combines business strategy, brand development, performance marketing, digital experiences...
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- Digital Strategy
- Creative Services
- Digital Services
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Gijón, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Whether you're launching a startup, modernizing an existing business, or replacing outdated processes, our team delivers custom software, mobile applications, eCommerce platforms, and cloud solutions built around your goals...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Mississauga, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
NorthSight Technologies is a Canadian software development firm in Ontario. We build custom software, review and secure code, and help vendors get ready for SOC 2, HECVAT, PIPEDA and PHIPA questions from their buyers. Senior engineers on every build, with 28+ years of combined experience...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- IT Compliance Solution
- Cybersecurity
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Asky studios is a tailor web design agency, We believe asking better question is the first steps to create great brand designs...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- SEO
- Location
- Kanchipuram, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Stuck with digital marketing? We craft affordable, custom solutions for leads & ROI growth, no matter your budget. Conquer SEO, social media, websites & more!...
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- Web Development
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Invercargill, New Zealand
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
LABAAP (Latin American Business Application and Assistance Providers) is a leading software development and digital marketing agency with a strong global presence. Our corporate office is in Vega Baja, Puerto Rico. We specialize in creating customized software solutions and strategic digital marketing...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Blockchain
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- Location
- Vega Baja, Puerto Rico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Trilles AI is an AI-first company. We design, build and run agentic AI systems: AI agents that take action inside your existing tools, AI voice agents that answer every call, and chat agents for web and social. Every system ships with guardrails and human escalation, and clients own their code and data...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Blockchain
- ERP Consulting
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- Location
- St. Petersburg, Florida
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Based in Calgary, Imagine Designs & Marketing provides web design, SEO, and branding services to businesses in Alberta, BC & across Canada. We specialize in building clean, modern websites that are easy to update and designed to bring in leads...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Branding
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Calgary, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Mage H.D. is an A+ BBB accredited results-driven full-service digital agency that specializes in helping businesses grow their online presence, increase conversions, and increase their web traffic with a customized digital marketing strategy...
Top Services:
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Tampa, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Local Presence SEO, LLC is a digital marketing company which focuses on SEO. To create top results from seo, we are experts in on-page optimization, off-page link building, web design, social media management, citation management, reputation management and off-line business building strategies...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- Durham, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $115/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
San Diego Marketing & SEO is a full-service digital marketing agency specializing in search engine optimization, web design and development, PPC management, social media marketing, content marketing, email marketing, reputation management, and online presence analysis...
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- Digital Marketing
- AEO
- SEO
- Advertising
- Branding
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- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a full-service digital marketing company offering web design, website maintenance, secure web hosting, internet marketing services, social media marketing & SEO for local and service area businesses...
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- SEO
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Alpharetta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Media Scope Group help their clients engage with diverse stakeholders across multiple channels, tell effective stories, run creative and data-driven campaigns to enhance their communication, reputation and deliver success...
Top Services:
- Public Relations
- Reputation Management
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Tallinn, Estonia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
RAW Marketing Agency is a full-service creative and digital marketing agency helping small and medium businesses build bold brands and grow online. We specialize in branding, web design, SEO, social media marketing, Google Ads, Meta Ads, content marketing, and influencer marketing all through flexible monthly...
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- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Branding
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- Location
- Irvine, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Honest digital marketing, SEO and web design. We're a NO-red tape agency. Our mindset is to approach with impact and care for each client, big or small. No aggressive sales (we don't have a sales team), we let our results speak for themselves. Profit rev-share plans for SMB or retainers for mature profitable...
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- SEO
- Web Development
- Managed Services
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Calgary, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We are a solutions-oriented web development agency in Vancouver, WA, specializing in WordPress, Shopify, and React frameworks for custom portals, e-commerce, and small business websites. We maximize reach and engagement through tailored branding, SEO, and animation design...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Mobile App Development
- CRO
- SEO
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- Location
- Vancouver, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We help small and medium-sized businesses achieve top-line sales growth and capture more qualified leads by providing customized digital marketing strategies, tactics, and tools. Our digital solutions are tailored to meet your unique needs and drive results...
Top Services:
- Digital Strategy
- Digital Marketing
- AI Development
- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- Lake Geneva, Wisconsin
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
GetQuickSites is a Melbourne software and web development studio building custom software, web apps, iOS and Android apps, SaaS platforms and websites for Australian businesses, structured to be found by Google and cited by AI assistants. We also provide technical SEO and AI search optimisation...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- AEO
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- Location
- Melbourne, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We help brands grow, generate revenue, and achieve real business results. With a sharp focus on performance, we've partnered with 1000+ brands to scale their campaigns and maximize ROI. Whether you're just starting out or aiming higher, we build data-driven strategies that move your brand forward...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Design Services
- Logo Design
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Harrow, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Minnesota Web Studio engineers bespoke digital solutions for healthcare practices, consultants, and professional service providers. We specialize in custom WordPress architectures utilizing Advanced Custom Fields (ACF) and Custom Post Types (CPT) to build scalable websites tailored to your workflow...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- Web Design
- SEO
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- St. Paul, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
MWIG TECH is a digital growth agency in Dubai for brands that want clients, not just clicks. One in-house team builds your website, SEO and GEO, Google Business Profile, social media and lead generation, so buyers find you in Google, on Maps and in AI assistants like ChatGPT. We work in English, Russian and...
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- SEO
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Idaho Style is an Award Winning Digital Marketing Firm that specializes in achieving results through Web Design, Development, SEO, PPC and Social Media. Our passion for helping businesses grow and our dedication to providing quality services has earned us a reputation as one of the best in the business. If...
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- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
- Social Media Marketing
- Email Marketing
- Branding
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- Location
- Boise, Idaho
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Syntax specializes in delivering solutions that increase sales and productivity, empowering businesses to achieve their goals efficiently and effectively. With our innovative approaches, we help optimize processes and drive growth, ensuring sustainable success in today's competitive market...
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- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- Novi Travnik, Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We create your digital presence in the market and provide full digital services. We design interfaces that combine beauty with functionality, creating seamless experiences that users love and businesses thrive on...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Video Production
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Kota, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Brand House is a digital marketing and web development agency helping businesses build stronger websites, improve search visibility, and generate better leads through SEO, Google Ads, paid media, landing pages, analytics, and digital strategy...
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- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Pasadena, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Traverse City Web Design creates custom, high-performance websites for businesses, organizations, and entrepreneurs in Traverse City, Northern Michigan, and beyond. We specialize in WordPress, Elementor, WooCommerce, SEO-friendly web design, website hosting, maintenance, and digital strategy. With over 20...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Traverse City, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Magic Clickz helping great companies drive leads and grow revenue with PPC. We believe in long-term results and stay away from quick wins that dont last. Thats why weve built a team of digital experts with a creative edge, able to utilise existing digital marketing techniques to best effect and combine that...
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- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Web Development
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Indore, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Digital transformation requires a unique blend of Product, Marketing, Analytics, Processes, Culture, and Technology. Get the help of experts, who will get it right for you, each step of the way. One project or your one-stop-shop, we can amend or be your marketing team...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- eCommerce
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- Location
- Indian Trail, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Built for busy entrepreneurs, we handle everything your business needs so that you can enjoy this new-found freedom and work on what you truly love. We are a Canadian creative agency that focuses on building a more accessible, inclusive story with the promise of being 100% transparent throughout...
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- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- Design Services
- Branding
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- Location
- Mississauga, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
eCommerce, webdesign & SEO agency in Brussels & New York City! We love creating beautiful interfaces for web and mobile devices, to make your business shine online...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Brussels, Belgium
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $95/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Growkal's growth hacking and data-driven experiments deliver sustainable success. We identify, address and act on challenges tailored specifically for small companies like yours. With our expert growth marketing strategies, SMM services, PPC marketing tactics and website/e-commerce development solutions –...
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- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- PPC
- Media Buying
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Varna, Bulgaria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At Vela Ranks, we help small businesses grow online by designing and developing modern websites that are fast, user friendly, and visually appealing. Our proven track record of SEO strategies boost Google ranking so more local customers can find your business easily. Our job for your business is to attract...
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- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Reston, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Groundwork Digital is a digital marketing agency specializing in SEO, SEM and PPC services based out of Canada, but working with clients worldwide...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- eCommerce
- Web Development
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Flowlix Studio is a UI/UX and web design agency based in Egypt, serving clients across the Arab world. With 80+ projects delivered, we specialize in product design, web development, and brand identity. We also provide white-label design and development services for agencies looking to scale their teams...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Product Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Ismailia, Egypt
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
RiserUp helps product teams replace slow, manual handoffs with agentic workflows, so they ship faster and own the process after the engagement ends...
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- Software Development
- AI Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
NodeStar is an AI product studio and implementation partner. We design, build and deploy enterprise AI applications for finance, education and wealth management. We also install fixed-scope AI systems for service businesses: an AI receptionist, lost-lead recovery, AI search visibility work and commerce...
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- AI Development
- Software Development
- SEO
- Mobile App Development
- Business Consulting
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- Arlington, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
AG InfoTech is a dynamic design and development agency that boosts leads and revenue with cutting-edge technology. We craft websites and software that enhance user experience, streamline operations, and drive growth. We deliver top notch, custom digital solutions that build lasting partnerships...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- Software Development
- DevOps Consulting
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Lahore, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Mason & Co helps organisations improve the way they operate through better-connected business systems. We specialise in Zoho, CRM, AI, automation, integration and business intelligence, combining practical implementation with enterprise architecture thinking to create scalable, well-governed solutions...
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- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
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- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Lewis SEO Indianapolis provides award winning web design and SEO services to businesses in Indiana. SEO for Hoosiers by Hoosiers...
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- PPC
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Indianapolis, Indiana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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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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