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Digital Websynation is a diversified global IT services company that offers optimal IT Solutions And services to the customers all around the globe by bringing up right processes, technologies, strategies and people together in a very easy-going manner. We offer custom software development, Mobility...
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- Web Development
- Digital Services
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Elevate your online presence with our cutting-edge digital marketing solutions. Whether you are a small business or a large enterprise, our team is dedicated to crafting customized strategies that drive results. From social media management to SEO optimization, weve got your digital needs covered...
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- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Delhi, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $2/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Welcome to Avocado Tech, an award-winning web and app development company based in Mumbai, India. Our team of 30-50 professionals, including developers, designers, and QA engineers, is committed to making your project a success. We deliver high-quality web and app development results on time and within...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Mobile App Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $5/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We empower businesses with future-ready websites, AI-optimized SEO strategies, and performance-driven marketing solutions that help brands stand out, get discovered, and grow faster in the digital era...
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- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Indore, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $5/hr
Web Aspiration is a digital marketing company in Rohtak & Jaipur offers digital marketing services from zero to advance strategies for making clients business more valuable in market...
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- Graphic Design
- Reputation Management
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Rohtak, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $5/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Adstra Digital is a results-driven digital marketing agency based in Nadakkavu, Kozhikode. We specialize in SEO, social media marketing, PPC, and web solutions tailored to elevate brands in todays competitive market. Our personalized strategies, transparent approach, and proven expertise make us a trusted...
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- Video Production
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Kozhikode, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $5/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We are at the forefront of the connected world, offering cutting-edge IT services and AI-driven solutions tailored to your business needs. Our innovation-first, customer-focused approach ensures seamless project execution, empowering your growth through smart technology and intelligent systems...
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- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Kakkanad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $5/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Lunatrix Systems is at the forefront of handling Digital Presence of its clients. Headquartered in Mumbai, India, we cater over 5000 clients all over the world. With its global presence spreading across countries from Asia, Europe, and America, we believe in designing beautiful and long lasting experiences...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Graphic Design
- UI/UX Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $5/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Rakesh Saunr Digital Services provides web development, SEO, and digital marketing solutions. We help startups and small businesses grow online with modern websites, better visibility, and lead generation strategies...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Chhatarpur, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $5/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Neosao Services Private Limited is a software development firm with an impressive track record creating Web and Android Application solutions, providing the best to support organizational objectives. We offer a broad range of web and mobile development solutions...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Kolhapur, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $5/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
FindClick is a digital agency that provides web and application development, digital marketing, social media growth, SEO, and promotional services. The company positions itself as a technology and digital growth partner, helping businesses build their online presence, develop digital products, and increase...
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- Digital Services
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Chandigarh, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $5/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
SEO Visible Brain is a leading digital marketing agency based in Chandigarh, India, with a global presence in the UK, USA, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. We specialize in providing comprehensive SEO, SEM, SMM, PPC, web design, and development services tailored to meet the diverse needs of businesses...
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- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Advertising
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- Location
- Chandigarh, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $6/hr
We do not jump into Digital marketing. We do define strategies to build up a Digital branding over a period of time...
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- Digital Services
- Video Production
- Branding
- Design Services
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Bengaluru, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $6/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Caxtra is an AI-powered software development company that helps startups and growing businesses build intelligent digital products that drive innovation and business growth. The company specializes in custom software, web and mobile application development, AI integration, cloud solutions, and digital...
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- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- IT Services
- Software Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $7/hr
Baseline IT Development is a trusted IT company specializing in web development, mobile app development, website design, and digital marketing solutions. Based in Mohali, India, we help startups, small businesses, and enterprises build scalable digital products that improve online visibility, customer...
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- Digital Services
- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- Mohali, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $7/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Double Click Solutions is a leading Web development Company with presence in India and Canada. Shining Star Website Developer Agency award received in 2023. We work with global startups that are looking for someone who goes an extra mile professionally while developming their website...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Greater Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $8/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Mentegoz Technologies is an SEO and Web Designing company in Kozhikode, Kerala, specializing in local SEO, Google ranking, and lead generation...
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- Web Design
- Location
- Kozhikode, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $8/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Discover Digital Hari, among India's top 10 digital marketing freelancers. Expertise in SEO, SEM, SMO, SMM, Content Writing & Email Marketing...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Reputation Management
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Madurai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $8/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At Naze, we specialize in developing and integrating tailored software solutions that streamline operations and accelerate business growth. With expertise in CRM, ERP, and web development, we transform how businesses manage relationships, resources, and their digital presence...
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- IT Services
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Cloud Consulting
- CRM Consulting
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- Location
- Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $9/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Baked Moon Studios is a creative technology partner helping brands turn ideas into meaningful experiences and business outcomes. We collaborate closely with brands and enterprises to understand their goals, solve creative and communication challenges, and build content-led solutions that evolve with them, We...
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- Video Production
- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- Pune, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $9/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
We specialize in delivering robust, end-to-end cybersecurity solutions designed to protect businesses from evolving digital threats. Our services are tailored to safeguard your people, processes, and technology while ensuring compliance with industry best practices...
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- Cybersecurity
- Web Design
- Managed Services
- Cloud Consulting
- IT Services
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- Location
- Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Range of offerings includes Salesforce, Microsoft Dynamics, Digital Transformation, Core Development, Zoho, NetSuite, and EDI integrations, all of which can help businesses start and establish their presence globally...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- IoT
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- DevOps Consulting
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- Location
- Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Sinelogix Technologies: Your Digital Success Partner Since 2012. Elevate with Irresistible Web Design, Development, and SEO. At Sinelogix we do not pull any marketing stunts on our clients, we address the clients needs directly to the point so that it can be time effective and cost effective. Sinelogix...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Bengaluru, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
At CodingBrackets, we're your digital allies, weaving simplicity into your online endeavors. From crafting sleek websites to fine-tuning intricate code, we're here to ease your journey in the digital realm. Let's team up and turn your online aspirations into reality, one code bracket at a time...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Lucknow, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
At digitalamy.net, our value lies in our commitment to your success. We understand that in today's digital age, standing out is essential. That's why we offer more than just services; we offer solutions tailored to your unique needs...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- Malout, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Established in 2021, BrandAux is a Hyderabad-based creative digital marketing agency with global reach. We amplify your brand's online presence through innovative strategies and out-of-the-box thinking. Our passionate experts excel in website design, content creation, and precision PPC campaigns, crafting...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Design Services
- Web Design
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- Location
- Hyderabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
ParaliyaTech Solutions is a leading IT software development company specializing in creating innovative, scalable, and customized digital solutions. We empower businesses with cutting-edge technology, offering services in web development, mobile apps, e-commerce, and custom software solutions. Our mission is...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Digital Marketing
- Software Development
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
The Group Advertising Consultants Celebrating 50 Years of Excellence in Creativity. A well established accredited advertising agency The Group Advertising was established to create and execute strategic Advertising & Branding solutions for the clients. We have a well synchronized team of qualified, creative...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Creative Services
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- New Delhi, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
Nexinfotch is a leading IT solutions provider specializing in website development, mobile app creation, and custom software solutions. Our expert team delivers cutting-edge digital solutions tailored to businesses of all sizes, ensuring innovation, security, and scalability. Whether you need a dynamic...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- New Delhi, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Techgosh is a digital marketing and web design agency specializing in website development and SEO. We also offer social media marketing, PPC, video editing, influencer marketing, and more delivering tailored strategies to help businesses grow online...
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- SEO
- Web Development
- Social Media Marketing
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Greater Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Rutik Surve is a freelance website developer based in Mumbai, known for crafting user-friendly, engaging, and high-performing digital experiences. He brings a blend of technical expertise and creative insight to every project, offering reliable support for businesses seeking impactful web solutions...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- Branding
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Navi Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Web designer from Nagpur, India, creating clean, functional, and engaging websites since 2012. Serving clients in 12+ countries with expertise in HTML, WordPress, Shopify, and custom PHP solutions...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- PPC
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- Location
- Nagpur, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
BizClick Digital is a Noida-based agency offering SEO, PPC, social media, content, and web design services to help businesses grow online and drive measurable results...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
Whether you're looking to develop custom web and mobile applications from scratch or enhance your existing system with unique features and functionalities, Codegrin Technologies offers all the solutions you need under one roof...
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- Product Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Rajkot, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
Ali Web Design is a leading web development agency dedicated to helping businesses achieve their online goals through stunning web design and development service...
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- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Kolkata, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Arkido Web Services is a creative web design and digital marketing agency that helps brands build powerful online identities. From stunning, responsive websites to SEO strategies that drive real results, we turn ideas into digital success stories...
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- Web Design
- Location
- Bengaluru, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Information Sandy is home to a large set of services in development, marketing, design, Shopify, etc. We started as a small company of some people, and today we work as a team of experts in different domains...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Chandigarh, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Professional Web Design & SEO Agency in Indore, India. Founded 2019. 100+ projects delivered. 95% client retention...
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- Web Design
- Location
- Indore, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Delhi Web Designing is a results-driven web design and SEO company helping small businesses and startups build strong online identities. We specialize in custom websites, eCommerce solutions, and search engine optimization that drive traffic, generate leads, and increase conversions...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Delhi, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
DigiFox Solution offers expert digital marketing, web development, and graphic design services to help your business grow. Enhance your online presence with our tailored solutions...
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- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- New Delhi, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
At AcquireX, we go beyond traditional outsourcing. We do not empower you with teams; we drive entire eCommerce projects to completion. Whether you are scaling operations, enhancing customer experience, or launching a new online store, we handle it all seamlessly and efficiently...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Pune, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Marketer Ape is a creative digital marketing agency focused on helping brands build a strong online presence. We specialize in website development, SEO, social media marketing, performance advertising, and branding strategies that drive real business growth...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Design Services
- Web Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Jaipur, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
MAKEiNDIA Tech is a premium web development agency based in Rajasthan, India, helping small and medium businesses establish a powerful digital presence. We specialize in custom websites, e-commerce stores, SaaS platforms, and AI-powered automations all delivered in 714 days at fair, transparent pricing. With...
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- Logo Design
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Jaitpura, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
xsoln is one of the best best digital marketing agency in jaipur who offer affordable packages and AI services...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Jaipur, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Bornov Engineering is a Digital Marketing Agency in Malappuram, Kerala, providing SEO services, website development, social media marketing, branding, and local SEO solutions. We help businesses across India and international markets improve online visibility, generate quality leads, and achieve sustainable...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Tirur, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a team with a zeal to automate your work progress and improve your brand awareness...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Coimbatore, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
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- Uttam Nagar, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Digital Markz is a results-driven digital marketing agency helping businesses build visibility, attract the right audience and turn online attention into growth. We combine SEO, AEO, GEO, paid advertising, social media, content and high-converting websites with smart technology and creative strategy. From...
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- Location
- New Delhi, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
At TS INVO, we build smart digital solutions that help businesses grow, work faster, and stay ahead in the digital world...
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- WordPress Website Design
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- Haryana, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
D3LOGICS helps businesses turn digital ideas into everyday advantages. Based in Jaipur and serving clients worldwide since 2012, we build websites, eCommerce stores and custom software, backed by SEO and digital marketing to help brands attract customers and grow...
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- WordPress Website Design
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- Jaipur, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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How to Hire Web Design Companies in India
What should you prepare before approaching web design companies in India?
Before approaching web designers in India, outline your goals, tech stack, target audience data, budget, timeline, content, and internal decision-making structure.
By having all these details ready, you receive proposals that better align with your needs rather than padded, generic quotes. Moreover, being prepared helps you compare designers and filter from the 1,700+ global capability centers that do not have the experience or skills to meet your requirements.
Here are 9 items to prepare before contacting a web design agency in India:
- The primary purpose of the website, such as an eCommerce platform or a lead generation driver
- Available information on your target audiences, such as demographics, user personas, or user behavior data
- Existing tech stack, including hosting provider, CRM, payment gateway, and ERP integrations
- The approximate number of pages or sections you need
- Compliance requirements, stating the policies your website needs to follow, such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
- Content expectations, specifying whether the copy, graphic design, photography, and other elements will be created internally or by the agency
- Realistic budget range, which will help produce a more accurate proposal rather than one built on guesswork
- Timeline anchor, such as a hard launch date or a funding announcement
- Internal decision-making structure, including who approves what and how many stakeholders are involved in feedback rounds
How do you compare web design companies in India that look equally qualified on paper?
When web design companies in India have nearly identical websites, portfolios, client reviews, and hourly rates, compare them based on their design processes, team members, client references, and approach to ambiguity.
These four factors help you uncover operational weaknesses and behavioral problems that could affect website outcomes.
| Factor | Strong web design company | Weak web design company |
| Design process | Explains the discovery sessions, wireframing rounds, stakeholder feedback management, and handover process | Describes tools without explaining the reasoning behind design decisions |
| Team members | Willingly schedules an introductory call with the lead designer and developer | Avoids giving names or holding a meeting with the team working on your website |
| Client references | Provides client references in a similar sector, target market, project scope, and integration complexity | Provides client references that are irrelevant to your specific business and situation |
| Ambiguity resolution | Asks strategic and clarifying questions when receiving an incomplete or ambiguous brief | Sends a quote that ignores the gaps in the brief |
What warning signs specific to web designers in India should make you walk away?
Watch for three categories of red flags: agencies that cannot prove their work, agencies that use vague contracts to protect themselves at your expense, and agencies with no accountability once the project ends. If you see more than two of these in a single agency, walk away, regardless of how competitive the pricing is.
- Poor execution
If the live websites of the agency’s past projects are slow, broken, or difficult to navigate, it may indicate poor QA protocols and an aesthetics-over-usability approach. - No live projects
An agency that only shows mockups or prototypes has not proven it can take a design through full production. Portfolio screenshots without working URLs are not evidence of delivery. - Missing client references
Portfolios and reviews can be curated. A reference call cannot. If an agency cannot produce a contactable past client within a week, treat that as a deliberate omission. - Vague revisions policy
A design contract that does not distinguish a revision from a new scope item and does not specify the number of revision rounds leaves you exposed to budget overruns. - No established communication plan
If the agency cannot commit to named contacts, fixed meeting cadences, and a single project management platform, transparency will deteriorate the moment the project gets difficult. - Currency ambiguity
Contracts that quote in USD but bill in INR at a rate the agency sets expose you to hidden markups and unpredictable invoices. - No named team members
Indian agencies operating at scale sometimes allocate designers based on availability rather than best fit. If "the team" is as specific as it gets, the structure is built for throughput, not for quality. - No post-launch warranty
Without a defined support window after launching, a visually complete but functionally broken site becomes your problem to fix at the agency's hourly rate.
What contract clauses matter most when hiring across borders?
When hiring a web design company in India, your contract should include clauses on IP ownership, data privacy, jurisdiction and dispute resolution, source code escrow, and access control.
Without these five clauses, you have limited legal recourse if the engagement goes wrong, as the default terms will favor the agency's jurisdiction, not yours. Disputes become expensive, ownership becomes contested, and sensitive data sits outside your regulatory framework.
| Contract clause | What it should include | Why it is important |
| Intellectual property (IP) ownership and work-for-hire clause | Explicit statement that you own all source code, design files, hosting credentials, theme licenses, domain names, and deliverables upon final payment | The Indian Copyright Act and Designs Act 2000 do not automatically assign IP to the client. Without this clause, the agency can claim ownership of the work you paid for |
| Security and privacy | NDA provisions covering business and customer data, and explicit compliance with the data protection laws governing your business (GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA, or equivalent) | India's Digital Personal Data Protection Rules may not meet the standards your business is legally required to uphold |
| Jurisdiction and dispute resolution clause | Your home country's governing law, or neutral international arbitration (e.g., ICC or Singapore's SIAC) | Without this, disputes default to Indian courts, leaving you with limited practical recourse from overseas and significantly raising the cost of any legal action |
| Source code escrow | Named third-party escrow agent and defined release triggers | Ensures you receive all source files even if the agency closes, is acquired, or becomes unresponsive after launch |
| Access control | Named individuals who can access your systems, their roles, and a process for revoking access upon project completion | Limits exposure of sensitive business and customer data to only the people who genuinely need it. You also get a clear offboarding process when the engagement ends |
According to Deloitte's report, 81% of organizations plan to increase outsourcing efforts in 3-5 years, driven by cost pressures and the need for advanced technical and specialized expertise.
However, service quality, knowledge retention, and business continuity are the top concerns businesses cite when outsourcing overseas. The five clauses above directly address each of those risks, not by eliminating them, but by giving you documented leverage if any of them materialize.
How should you structure the first 30 days of engagement to avoid communication and time zone breakdowns?
Within 30 days of your engagement with a web design company in India, you should have established a communication protocol, overlapping schedule, project roadmap, and an initial process evaluation.
This structure lets you manage the time zone gap proactively and course-correct early, before delays and misalignments become expensive to fix.
#1 Communication protocol
Place in writing the following details before the first day of the project:
- The agency’s named point of contact with decision-making authority
- Your named point of contact that has decision-making authority
- Response time SLAs for routine messages (e.g., 24 hours for standard turnaround and 48 hours for complex feedback)
- Routine check-in meeting schedules (e.g., 2 weekly video calls during design phase)
- Project management platform, where all files, feedback, and decisions are documented
#2 Overlap hours
Require a minimum 2-4-hour daily overlap with your business hours for real-time discussion, particularly during design-intensive phases. Factor India Standard Time (UTC +5:30) into your standing call schedule before the project starts, not after the first missed deadline.
#3 Project roadmap
Your kickoff call should produce three documented outputs before any design work begins:
- Written project brief signed off by both parties
- Milestone map with dates and payment triggers
- Defined feedback process that names who on your team submits feedback and how conflicting input gets resolved
#4 Two-week process evaluation
At the two-week mark, evaluate process quality alongside deliverable progress. Specifically ask:
- Are scheduled calls happening on time and with the right people present?
- Is the agency incorporating feedback from the previous round accurately and completely?
- Are the agency’s questions getting more specific over time, or remaining vague?
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5 Frequently Asked Questions About Web Designers in India
Should you hire specialized website design companies in India or those that also offer digital marketing?
Hire specialized website design companies in India if you only need UI/UX design work. Partner with full-service agencies if you prefer to have digital marketing and web design under one provider.
Specialized website design companies in India often produce stronger creative output, run a more rigorous UX process, and write cleaner code. However, you might need to hire a separate agency to do the development and digital marketing work if you do not have an in-house team.
Conversely, full-service web design companies in India typically offer bundle deals that include web development, branding, SEO, content creation, and PPC, making it more cost-effective and convenient for businesses.
Either way, you must scrutinize the agency's web design and digital marketing capabilities independently. An agency that is strong in design but mediocre in SEO is not a good trade for a specialized designer.
What are the common hidden fees in Indian web design proposals?
Common hidden fees in Indian web design proposals include content production, stock licensing, hosting and domain setup, third-party plugins and themes, post-launch support, and revision overages.
To surface these early, ask the agency for a full line-item price breakdown and a 12-month total cost-of-ownership estimate. Agencies that can answer this question clearly operate at a different level of maturity than those that cannot.
- Content production. Most proposals cover design work only. Copywriting, photography, graphic design, and video production are billed separately and can add significantly to the total. If you cannot provide content yourself, ask for a separate content production quote before signing.
- Stock image licensing. Agencies either pass stock costs through at a markup or use free-tier licenses that carry commercial use restrictions. Inquire how images are sourced, who holds the license, and whether it covers your intended use.
- Hosting and domain setup. Deployment to your hosting environment is frequently a separate line item not included in the design fee. If the proposal includes ongoing hosting management, confirm upfront whether it is a one-time setup fee or a recurring monthly cost.
- Third-party plugin or theme licensing. WordPress and Shopify builds often rely on premium plugins or themes with annual license fees. These are rarely itemized in proposals, but you pay to renew them. Request a full list of third-party dependencies before the project starts.
- Post-launch support. You may face additional fees for major fixes or post-launch support after the warranty period included in your contract. Clarify with the agency the warranty window, what it covers, and the post-launch rates before you sign.
- Revision overages. You may face extra charges if your proposal does not state what constitutes a revision and the number of revision rounds.
What is the realistic timeline for professional web design companies in India?
A realistic timeline for web design companies in India is 1-4 weeks for simple projects, and over 6 weeks for more complex websites, such as eCommerce sites or web apps.
The final website design timeline will depend on the availability of content, design complexity, feedback loop, and revision rounds.
Approximate design-only timelines for website design companies in India:
- A landing page takes 1-2 weeks to design, depending on the feedback loop and availability of content.
- A basic business website with 5-8 pages and customized templates requires 2-4 weeks.
- Custom websites with 10-20 pages, tailored UI/UX designs, and custom functionality will take 4-8 weeks.
- eCommerce web design typically takes 6-12 weeks, depending on design requirements and catalog size.
- Web apps and large portals take 8-16+ weeks, depending on the number of screens, devices, and website architecture.
How do you evaluate the portfolio of web designers in India?
Evaluate the live sites, team lead, problem-solving capabilities, and vertical-specific experience of web design companies in India when checking their portfolio.
- Look for live sites
Visit every portfolio piece in a real browser. Check load speed, mobile responsiveness, and navigation. A design that looks polished in a Figma presentation but performs poorly in production tells you where the agency's accountability ends. - Ask who built the work
High creative team turnover is common in Indian agencies. For a portfolio piece you find impressive, ask directly: Is the lead designer or developer still with the company? If the answer is largely no, the portfolio is a historical record, not a current capability statement. - Search for evidence of problem-solving skills
Ask the agency to walk you through a project, detailing the business problem, design solution, and the iteration process between concept and delivery. An agency that can clearly explain each design decision understands business strategy. - Match the portfolio to your project type
Ask specifically for examples in your industry and with your level of functional complexity. An agency with direct experience in your vertical already understands your audience, your compliance requirements, and what converts, which means less time educating them and fewer costly missteps in the design process.
What questions should you ask to verify the credibility of the website design companies in India?
The most reliable way to verify Indian web designers’ credibility is to ask questions that require specific, documented answers. Credibility in this market is easy to simulate through polished websites, review pages, and curated portfolios.
The questions below force the agency to demonstrate process, accountability, and transparency rather than simply claim it:
- Can you walk us through a complex web project you completed in a similar industry and scope? What measurable results did it bring to the client?
- What is your discovery process? How do you avoid scope creep and misalignment with client needs?
- How do you bridge the gap between Indian design preferences and the cultural design expectations of our target market?
- Who exactly will be designing our UI, and what are their credentials?
- What are your protocols for asynchronous communication, and how do you ensure project transparency?
- What is your escalation path when a project falls behind schedule or goes over budget?
- How will your design team collaborate with the technical team to ensure that the visual elements are functional and do not compromise on Core Web Vitals, page speed, mobile responsiveness, or overall UX?
- What are your data and security protocols for compliance with the regulations of our industry and country?
- How do you legally guarantee full ownership of the custom source code, design assets, and intellectual property upon final payment?
- What does your handoff package look like, so our team can independently update the website?
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