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SEO/Ads agency that acts like a bolt on to your business. Allows you to have specialised Google support, without the training of staff, costs of full-timers, and , flexibility to work short term or long term...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Advertising
- Direct Marketing
- CRO
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- Location
- Sydney, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $180/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Popproxx Digital Marketing and Website Services is a leading provider of digital marketing solutions focusing on small businesses. Since its inception in 2001, our company has been committed to shaping digital success. We started out crafting websites for the music industry and, over time, expanded our...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Talent, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Baldwin Digital is committed to providing you, the client, with the most professional and cost-effective services and support possible. Our SEO specialists also have the knowledge and experience to manage local and national campaigns for businesses seeking to expand their product or service reach. Award...
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- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- Branding
- Web Development
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Cork, Ireland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
At Cooprativa, we specialize in award-winning branding and advertising for brands that seek to stand out with disruptive communication strategies. Our innovative approach blends creativity and strategic thinking to deliver compelling messages that resonate deeply with target audiences. We push the boundaries...
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- Branding
- Advertising
- Design Services
- Logo Design
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Lisbon, Portugal
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Powered by joined-up branding, web and digital thinking. Hybrid by design, trusted by SMEs. At HeightOn, we do more than design and digital.We Switch On Business...
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- Branding
- Design Services
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Heathfield, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
As a full-service firm our clients rely on our capabilities of strategy, design and technology to create communications that define and differentiate themselves from their competitors...
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- Branding
- UI/UX Design
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Norwalk, Connecticut
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Mudimedia is a leading web design and mobile app development company established in London with successful development expert teams...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
Ezulix is a custom software development company specialising in bespoke software designs tailored to specific business requirements. Ezulix specialises in on-demand solutions in the following fields:...
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- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Software Development
- IT Services
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- Location
- Jaipur, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
With over two decades of experience, our team is adept at crafting tailored web solutions across a spectrum of platforms and technologies. Whether you envision complete digital overhaul or simply need to enhance and improve your existing site, we provide the expertise to bring your vision to life. Our...
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- Design Services
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Woods Cross, Utah
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Welcome to Innoventix Solutions, where we elevate workplaces with clever solutions.. With over 7 years of experience delivering cutting-edge solutions globally, we're more than just a team of experts we're your partners in success...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 23 Projects Listed
Fairground is a branding and digital studio that have a passion for creating brands that have presence and that stand the test of time. We thrive on creating, shaping, and unleashing brands that break away from convention, empowering companies and individuals to consolidate their brand and digital p...
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- Web Development
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Innofied is an award-winning B2B AI software development company with 600+ successful projects since 2012, helping businessesincluding Fortune 500 companieswith modern AI and SaaS solutions. With a global presence, our game-changing automated solutions continue to drive success across industries...
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- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Kolkata, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 20 Projects Listed
Cidersoft builds compelling apps and websites that will strengthen the success of your business...
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- Staff Augmentation
- Web Development
- Software Development
- Cloud Consulting
- AI Development
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- Location
- San Ramon, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Soda Web Media is an agency specializing in Shopify website design and development. We recognize the significance of enhancing brand value through the creation of distinctive, narrative-driven products...
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- eCommerce
- eCommerce Development
- CRO
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Sitely Pro is a web design, digital marketing, SEO and e-commerce solution company. We offer website design for small businesses, as well as e-commerce solutions to help you sell your products online. Our team of experts can also provide the digital marketing services you need to grow your business and reach...
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- eCommerce Development
- SEO
- PPC
- Email Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Exuma is a freshly founded information technology consulting firm. Exuma is an unique firm since it employs students as advisors. Exuma attempts to address the requirements of both businesses and students in this manner. In addition, Exuma meets one of the United Nations' sustainability objectives, which aims...
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- eCommerce Development
- SEO
- Web Development
- Location
- Asker, Norway
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
We are a graphic design company specializing in custom logo design and business branding. Our services include logo design, web design and print design...
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- Web Design
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Calgary, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Founded in 2014, Week of the Website works with businesses big and small to design elevated websites that defy expectations...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Site Moxy is a Texas-based web design studio specializing in custom websites for small businesses, startups, and service providers. The agency offers tailored solutions that combine visual creativity with functional performance, ensuring each website aligns with the client's brand identity and business goals...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Octal Digital is a leading software development firm specializing in mobile apps, web solutions, eCommerce, cloud and AI. We combine creativity with cutting-edge tech to assist businesses in their growth, optimization, and realization of their digital aspirations. Trusted by clients worldwide...
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- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Software Development
- DevOps Consulting
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
E2developers is a team of creatives and technical persons of high-end services in design, marketing, web & app development...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Welcome to MASEDigital - Your gateway to exceptional Web Design, Development and Software Solutions tailored to your needs...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Software Development
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- Location
- Perth, Australia
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
SRH Software is a leading Software Development Company in Canada & USA. Expertise in Web & Mobile Development. Transforming Ideas into Innovative Digital Solutions...
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- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
OUR MISSION IS TO CREATE WEBSITES THAT YOU LOVE & THAT CREATE THE BUSINESS RESULTS YOU WANT FROM IT.Here at Lovepixel Agency, we are a Team of Designers, Developers, Strategists & Marketers here to fully support you with our Digital Jedi Skills to amplify your brand.We do so by creating off-the-socks...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Naples, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Build faster. Modernize smarter. Scale with the right engineering team...
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- Web Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Software Testing
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 15 Projects Listed
Iowa web design and SEO studio building custom WordPress sites for small businesses and nonprofits. Based in Williamsburg, serving statewide...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- UI/UX Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Williamsburg, Iowa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Zealous System is an AI-powered technology partner delivering custom software, AI solutions, web and mobile apps, and enterprise platforms. As a software solutions provider, we serve startups and enterprises across healthcare, FinTech, logistics, education, manufacturing, and more...
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- Software Development
- Product Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 22 Projects Listed
We build the gap between AI demo and production. LLM apps, RAG, AI agents engineered to ship. plus mobile, web & SaaS...
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- Product Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- Wearables
- AI Development
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- Location
- Daska, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Liquid Lemon is a Shopify design studio in Clearwater, FL that codes custom stores for CPG & DTC brands in 30 days, from $9,500 or $12,500 on Shopify Plus. Official Shopify Partner, 50+ stores built for Gymshark, Olipop, Hero Cosmetics, and Bite. Founder-led, scope locked before day 1...
Top Services:
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Branding
- Location
- Clearwater, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Restaurant Brand Builders is a marketing agency dedicated to growing restaurants. We help independent restaurants overcome limited visibility and customer reach by implementing targeted digital marketing strategies. Our sole focus is more visibility, more guests, more foot traffic, more revenue!...
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- Digital Marketing
- Digital Services
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Video Production
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
Makro Agency is a Montreal Based company focused on helping ecommerce brands build launch and grow!...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Media Buying
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- Location
- Montreal, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
At Pursocial, we help you leverage the true power of social media to generate sales and build social media presence simultaneously...
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- Email Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Creative Services
- Branding
- 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
Made By Factory: Premier Google Ads MasteryElevate your construction business with our adept Google Ads PPC campaigns. Guided by an ex-Googler, and as certified Google Partners, we leverage our profound expertise to amplify your investment and drive growth...
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- Web Design
- PPC
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Manchester, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Colored Byte is a North American agency specializing in design and development services for small to medium-sized businesses. It utilizes Shopify for eCommerce and Webflow for service-based businesses...
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- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Branding
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- Location
- Orlando, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Melia Marketing is an intelligent website design and results-driven digital marketing agency. We turn clicks into customers, with a focus on design, development, and impactful digital marketing; we can turn your website into a sales machine...
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- Web Design
- Advertising
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Christchurch, New Zealand
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Commit is a boutique software development company that specializes in the creation of mobile and web applications utilizing the technologies of React, Node.js, and Android and iOS. We design and construct bespoke e-commerce platforms, ranging in complexity from the most basic to the most advanced. We find it...
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- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- HR Outsourcing
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- Location
- Montevideo, Uruguay
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
We operate with tech teams specialized in designing, developing, testing, deploying and maintaining tailored software to meet the specific needs of its customers, with a range of services related to the software development lifecycle...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Software Testing
- Big Data Analytics
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- Location
- Manaus, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
The Commerce Shop has grown from a web development and app creation agency into a Small Business for E-commerce leader. We're an integrated agency specializing in both eCommerce marketing and development. With a team of seasoned experts, we deliver tailored solutions to boost your online presence, increase...
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- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Email Marketing
- Software Development
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- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Toronto branding and web studio creating bold identities, packaging, WordPress websites and Shopify stores for growing businesses...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Handmade websites plus an MCP connector that puts your knowledge, live data and real actions inside ChatGPT, Claude and Grok, not just another website chatbot. Also custom AI systems and open models trained on how you actually work. Palma de Mallorca, worldwide, you talk to the person who builds...
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- AI Development
- Web Design
- IT Services
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Palma, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
Robiz Solutions is a guiding light for businesses navigating the digital realm. With a suite of digital marketing, website development, and e-commerce solutions, were here to make digital accessibility a reality for businesses of all sizes...
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- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Lewes, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
WebHipsters is web & marketing agency from Romania, with huge experience in diverse project in online within Romania and other countries. We can support our clients with a full range of services arround web development and online marketing...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Bucharest, Romania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Utah web design and AI automation studio. Custom-coded websites, local SEO and AI lead follow-up that help small businesses win more calls and inquiries...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- AI Development
- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- Pleasant Grove, Utah
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
Mattered is an award-winning digital marketing agency specializing in email & sms marketing, branding & design, development, and paid media. We are a people first agency, dedicated to putting our clients and their customers at the center of everything we do...
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- Email Marketing
- Design Services
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Irvine, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
We specialize in getting business websites found on Google through our beautiful website designs and search engine optimization.Our specialty is online marketing and social media management as well as online advertising to help small businesses grow. We offer big city quality at small town prices...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We provide creative solutions for small businesses with BIG ideas. We’re creative partners for savvy entrepreneurs. We help strategize and implement the best ideas to help your business grow through quality branding, websites, marketing and development...
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- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- Branding
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
IQnection, Pennsylvania's leading digital agency, taps into Snapchat's vast potential, the third favorite among millennials. With 293 million daily users, we strategize for optimal video marketing, leveraging the platform's transient content nature to amplify your B2C brand engagement, especially among...
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- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Doylestown, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
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- Brisbane, Australia
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $500/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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- 1 Project Listed
DMT specialise in paid advertising for eCommerce businesses. As the only Premium Facebook Marketing Partner outside of the capital, we offer an outstanding service without the London price tag. Our partnership with Facebook ranks us in the top 5% of digital marketing agencies worldwide...
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- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Manchester, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
zeropoint7 Studio is an award-winning studio crafting elevated brand identities and memorable experiences for ambitious startups, compassionate nonprofits, and established corporations with annual revenues exceeding $7+ million...
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- eCommerce Development
- Print Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Montgomery, Alabama
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project 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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