Best California Startup Branding Agencies

272 Companies-Rankings updated: August 19, 2026

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  • Fixmywebs

    Top-Notch Website Design & Development in the USA

    Top-Notch Website Design & Development in the USA

    Fixmywebs are the leading website design & development company in the United States, offering a wide range of services including complete company branding, SEO services, mobile app development, and much more. You will get best SMM services (social media marketing), and search engine optimization that are some...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • WordPress Website Design
    • Logo Design
    • Branding
    • Graphic Design
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    Location
    San Leandro, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
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    4.8 4.8 (79)

  • Media On The Rise

    Your Local Marketing Agency For Creative Growth and Collaborations.

    Your Local Marketing Agency For Creative Growth and Collaborations.

    A local media agency offering marketing consulting, retainer packages, content creation sessions, event media, photography, videography and social media management. We also offer ad management, event set up and custom packages...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Email Marketing
    • Video Marketing
    • Advertising
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    Location
    San Diego, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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    5.0 5.0 (8)

  • Web Design Mechanic

    A Leading Web Design & Development Agency

    A Leading Web Design & Development Agency

    Web Design Mechanic creates clean, custom websites and digital experiences build to match your business goals. "No templates", just thoughtful design and smart development. We also offer digital marketing services like, Search Engine Optimization, Social Media Marketing, Online Reputation Management, and...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • Branding
    • eCommerce Development
    • Video Production
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    Location
    Fremont, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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  • Optican Edge

    Innovative Solutions For Digital World

    Innovative Solutions For Digital World

    At Optican Edge, were committed to delivering strategies that grow your brand, attract the right audience, and create measurable results because when you succeed, so do we. We craft marketing strategies that blend creativity, data, and innovation to deliver exceptional results. At Optican Edge, digital...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • SEO
    • Social Media Marketing
    • PPC
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    Location
    Santa Monica, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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    5.0 5.0 (8)

  • Meta Web Labs

    Designing Digital Experiences That Inspire And Perform

    Designing Digital Experiences That Inspire And Perform

    We transform your vision into stunning, user-friendly websites and digital products that drive real results. We don't just build we guide. We help you leverage technology, optimise processes, and create value at every touchpoint. Our approach is consultative, strategic, and client-centered...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    Location
    Sacramento, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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  • CodeFulcrum

    Empowering Digital Transformations

    Empowering Digital Transformations

    CodeFulcrum is an agile and progressive software company. Specializing in web, mobile and enterprise software development. Delivering products that are both visually stunning and technically ambitious with an unparalleled level of expertise...

    Top Services:

    • AI Development
    • BPO
    • Branding
    • Software Development
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    Location
    South San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $10,000 - $25,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
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  • Weborify

    Visual Solutions for Modern Businesses

    Visual Solutions for Modern Businesses

    Weborify is a Web Design & Digital Marketing Agency focused on growing brands online. We create effective brand strategies, custom web design, development, and digital marketing solutions to generate greater brand engagement and conversions...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    Location
    Irvine, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
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  • Kingdom Vision

    We Build Cool Stuff With Cool People...

    We Build Cool Stuff With Cool People...

    Kingdom Vision is a digital agency specializing in web design, web development, and custom software solutions for businesses and startups. The company offers a range of services including mobile app development, CMS development, branding, and digital marketing to help clients build and grow their online...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Branding
    • Web Development
    • Mobile App Development
    • Digital Marketing
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    Location
    San Jose, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
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  • Bit Code Solution

    Empowering Business Through Tech

    Empowering Business Through Tech

    BitCodeSolution boosts your business with super-smart software solutions, business marketing, making innovation and growth a breeze. Were not just any software folks, were here to customize services that fit your unique needs...

    Top Services:

    • Design Services
    • Branding
    • Web Development
    • Web Design
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Temecula, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $25/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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  • Smoking Chimney

    Your imagination, Amplified. Digitally.

    Your imagination, Amplified. Digitally.

    We help ambitious brands leverage video, ad & brand films, branding, UI/UX design, and full-service creative solutions to achieve rapid growth seamless experiences, intuitive results...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • Design Services
    • Branding
    • Video Production
    • Logo Design
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    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $20/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    5 Projects Listed
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    4.8 4.8 (6)
    4.9 4.9 (31)

  • Tentackles

    Your strategic partners in data-driven, user-inspired, & future-ready digital innovations.

    Your strategic partners in data-driven, user-inspired, & future-ready digital innovations.

    Tentackles is a premier UI/UX design agency, serving global clients since 2018. We specialize in innovative and user-centric digital solutions that captivate audiences and drive conversions. Our expert team crafts visually engaging and seamless user experiences. Need top-tier design? Connect with us...

    Top Services:

    • UI/UX Design
    • Web Design
    • Branding
    • Email Marketing
    • SEO
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    Location
    Walnut, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $20/hr
    Portfolios Count
    16 Projects Listed
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    4.6 4.6 (5)
    4.6 4.6 (40)

  • WebeXcellence

    Transform Your Business Using Our Digital Solutions!

    Transform Your Business Using Our Digital Solutions!

    We are a web and AI development agency helping startups and businesses build scalable digital products. Our team specializes in modern web applications, AI integrations, automation systems, and SaaS platforms. From idea to deployment, we focus on creating fast, secure, and user-friendly solutions that help...

    Top Services:

    • Web Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Development
    • AI Development
    • Software Development
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    Location
    Tracy, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $20/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    3 Projects Listed
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    4.3 4.3 (1)
    5.0 5.0 (9)

  • Own Web Solutions

    We Turn Your Vision Into Reality

    We Turn Your Vision Into Reality

    Helping U.S. businesses grow online since 2022, we provide affordable custom web design and SEO services that deliver measurable results...

    Top Services:

    • Web Development
    • eCommerce Development
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • PPC
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    Location
    Ontario, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $20/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
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  • Web Design Vibe

    Make Your Idea The Talk Of The Web

    Make Your Idea The Talk Of The Web

    Web Design Vibe is a full-service digital agency specializing in custom website design, e-commerce solutions, branding, and SEO strategies that help businesses build a powerful online presence and drive measurable growth...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Graphic Design
    • Creative Services
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Show more
    Location
    San Francisco, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $20/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    2 Projects Listed
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  • Lone Crest Media

    See The Work Before You Decide

    See The Work Before You Decide

    Lone Crest Media takes a different approach to client acquisition: instead of pitching promises, we build real, finished work first a live website and custom brand videos before a prospect ever signs a contract. Founded by Kathy Brook and Jimmy K with 20 years of combined marketing experience, we work with...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Branding
    • Package Design
    • Web Development
    • Social Media Marketing
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    Location
    Riverside, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $20/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
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  • Bite Blueprint

    Be seen. Be heard. Be found.

    Be seen. Be heard. Be found.

    Supercharge Your Digital Growth. Unleash the power of digital with us! Your ultimate partner for local SEO, meticulous site management, and creative graphic design. Elevating businesses to new heights!...

    Top Services:

    • Digital Services
    • Branding
    • Logo Design
    • Web Development
    • SEO
    • Show more
    Location
    Torrance, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $15/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
    View Profile
    5.0 5.0 (1)

  • TechWebsters Pvt Ltd

    Igniting Your Online Presence by Going the Extra Mile.

    Igniting Your Online Presence by Going the Extra Mile.

    Techwebsters is a web design and development agency excel in delivering customized, interactive digital solutions for businesses...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Branding
    • eCommerce Development
    • Web Design
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    Location
    Carlsbad, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $15/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
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  • Make My Brand

    Growth Partner for Strategic Innovation

    Growth Partner for Strategic Innovation

    At Make My Brand (MMB), we transform ideas into industry-leading brands using our proprietary Brand Development Lifecycle (BDLC) framework. We deliver measurable growth through tailored strategies, real-time insights, and flexible models including Growth-as-a-Service, Staff-as-a-Service, AI Innovation, and...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • WordPress Website Design
    • eCommerce Development
    • Show more
    Location
    Emeryville, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $15/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    20 Projects Listed
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  • Orangory

    SEO Designed For How Search Works Now

    SEO Designed For How Search Works Now

    Orangory is an Orange County based SEO company specializing in AI-aligned search optimization for modern, evolving search results...

    Top Services:

    • SEO
    • Reputation Management
    • PPC
    • Digital Marketing
    • Web Development
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    Location
    Orange County, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $15/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
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  • Qualimatrix Technologies Pvt Ltd

    QualiMatrix Technologies: Always believe in Quality. We are ISO certified - 9001, 27001

    QualiMatrix Technologies: Always believe in Quality. We are ISO certified - 9001, 27001

    One of the top Cyber Security providers, Web Development Services, App Development Services, UI/UX Services, and Software Testing Services...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Web Design
    • Web Development
    • IoT
    • Software Testing
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    Location
    Bakersfield, California
    Number of Employees
    100 - 249
    Average Hourly Rate
    $13/hr
    Minimal Budget
    $1,000 - $10,000
    Portfolios Count
    1 Project Listed
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    4.7 4.7 (4)
    5.0 5.0 (29)

  • TDR Media

    Creating Content That Moves You®

    Creating Content That Moves You®

    We are a multi award-winning, vertically integrated company with a global team, delivering comprehensive solutions from ideation through to post-production. By harnessing the latest technology, we streamline workflows, ensure superior efficiency, and pass on the full cost benefits to our clients...

    Top Services:

    • Video Production
    • Branding
    • Creative Services
    • Product Design
    • Digital Services
    • Show more
    Location
    Los Angeles, California
    Number of Employees
    Under 49
    Average Hourly Rate
    $10/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
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  • Panamedia

    Digital Marketing Agency in Dubai.

    Digital Marketing Agency in Dubai.

    Panamedia is a creative digital marketing agency in Dubai. Our focus is on innovative and creative approaches to support businesses in their online endeavors. Our group specializes in creating memorable brand experiences, offering comprehensive marketing assistance, and planning outstanding events. We want to...

    Top Services:

    • Branding
    • Web Development
    • Digital Marketing
    • SEO
    • Content Marketing
    • Show more
    Location
    Orange County, California
    Number of Employees
    50 - 99
    Average Hourly Rate
    $1/hr
    Minimal Budget
    Under $1,000
    View Profile
    4.8 4.8 (37)

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