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Inara is a marketing studio built by people who actually run businesses, so we think beyond the brief. We care about ROI as much as we care about your logo. We ask the right questions. We work closely. And we don't stop at good enough...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Reputation Management
- SEO
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Embrace the digital age with our comprehensive suite of services. Learn to assess your business's current efficacy and develop a dynamic roadmap tailored to you! We also offer high-level training on driving successful change within organisations and optimising Digital Marketing tactics such as SEO, website...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Marketing Couch, based in Mumbai, is a top Digital Marketing Agency in Mumbai, offering SEO, social media marketing, and website design & development services. Our expert team crafts strategies that increase online visibility, drive brand growth, and deliver measurable results. Trusted by startups and...
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- Digital Marketing
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
**Amar Web Connect** is a modern web development and digital marketing agency dedicated to helping businesses establish a powerful online presence and achieve sustainable digital growth. We specialize in creating high-performance websites, result-driven digital marketing strategies, search engine optimization...
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- Digital Services
- Design Services
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
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- Location
- Raisen, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
5Mindz Technolabs, headquartered in Ahmedabad, India, stands as a prominent leader in the realm of web and mobile app development, celebrated for its unwavering commitment to excellence. Our seasoned team, equipped with a wealth of experience, is dedicated to crafting state-of-the-art, resilient solutions...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
AI-powered custom software, web, mobile & ERP solutions for businesses...
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- AI Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Delhi, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Dark Skillet Media is a commercial production studio specializing in cinematic product advertising, motion graphics, and premium brand campaigns for businesses worldwide. Based in Chennai, India, the studio creates high-end visual content that helps brands showcase products through cinematic storytelling...
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- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Chennai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
We are HawkWorx Digital Marketing Agency help businesses in Gurgaon and beyond grow smarter in the digital space. Our expertise spans SEO, social media, paid ads, branding, and content marketing, designed to deliver measurable results...
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- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Gurgaon, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At ClicX Technologies, we are a leading digital marketing agency in Gurgaon offering expert SEO services, social media marketing, and website design & development. We also provide tailored corporate gifting solutions to help businesses strengthen client relationships and enhance brand visibility. We help...
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- SEO
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Content Marketing
- Branding
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- Location
- Gurgaon, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Website Mistri Digital Solutions is your trusted partner for boosting your online presence. As the best digital marketing company in Haryana, we offer result-driven marketing strategies that grow your business. From social media to web promotion, we ensure your brand reaches your potential audience. Boost...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- UI/UX Design
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Shahzadpur, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
Web Palettes is a full-service digital agency that helps startups and SMEs turn bold ideas into high-performing websites. We specialize in custom web design, SEO, and digital marketing strategies that drive real results. Whether you're building your brand from scratch or scaling your online presence, Web...
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- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Yudha Global has established itself as an esteemed Top Rated Plus freelancer on Upwork, consistently maintaining this prestigious status for over ten years. Throughout this extensive tenure, Yudha Global has demonstrated an impressive track record, successfully delivering more than 300 websites to a global...
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- SEO
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- WordPress Website Design
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Vadodara, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We're the creative & growth-focused digital marketing partner for consumer-centric Indian businesses.We offer customized and comprehensive creative solutions from strategy and planning to social media, copywriting, and even branding & website design...
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- Digital Services
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Kolkata, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Carney Technologies Services is a premier digital marketing and IT Services Provider agency in Kolkata, India, specializing in website design and development, search engine optimization (SEO), Google Ads, Facebook / Instagram Ads, Content Creation, Email marketing, LinkedIn Ads, and social media marketing...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Web Development
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Kolkata, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At Mad Brains Technologies, our UX audits go beyond surface-level analysis. We dive deep into your digital product to uncover pain points, streamline user flows, and enhance usability. Our actionable insights empower you to create seamless and intuitive user experiences that drive engagement and conversions...
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- Web Development
- Branding
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Abohar, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
SVP Digital Marketing is a leading digital marketing agency based in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Maharashtra. We help businesses generate leads, increase visibility, and grow revenue through Local SEO, Google Ads, Social Media Marketing, Website Development, and Performance Marketing. Having served 200+...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Aurangabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Bangalore Shopify agency building fast, high-converting D2C and B2B ecommerce stores. Custom themes, migrations, UI/UX and SEO. 80+ projects delivered, 4.9/5 client rating...
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- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Bengaluru, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are Glint Creatives! Our focus is to build the brand in both profile and profit, through exceptional strategic approaches to enhance business goals...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Location
- Chennai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
We are just a chill creative studio with a team of quality-obsessed individuals. We provide everything necessary to go from Logo to Website. We design and build custom websites to drive leads, close deals and grow your business...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Branding
- Location
- Alappuzha, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We build exceptional digital experiences that drive business growth and deliver measurable results. Infovex Tech is a technology and digital solutions company that provides IT services, software development, web solutions, and business automation tailored to modern business needs. The agency focuses on...
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- Web Development
- IT Services
- Software Development
- UI/UX Design
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Chennai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We're on a Mission to Change Your View of Digital Marketing. Cent Digital has established itself in the "Heart of India," Delhi. We are proud to be ranked as the Leading Best Digital Marketing Agency in Delhi. With our cutting-edge SEO tactics, we can rocket your website's rankings in Google. With Social...
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- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Web Design
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- Location
- Delhi, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
MakeOlix Consulting is a results-driven digital marketing agency specializing in SEO, performance marketing, and growth strategies for brands across the globe. With a strong presence in India and the USA, we partner with startups, SMEs, and established enterprises to unlock scalable growth through tailored...
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- SEO
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Cybertize Media Productions, headquartered in Delhi, is a prominent advertising film and digital transformation company co-founded by Shubham, Shekhar, and Kunal. As a vertical of TheCybertize.com, we specialize in delivering innovative solutions that drive digital growth and success for our clients...
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- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Audio Production
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Delhi, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Techfusiongear helps businesses build stronger digital foundations through custom software, web development, mobile app development, SEO, paid media, creative services, and ongoing website support. The team focuses on practical, scalable solutions that improve performance, visibility, and customer experience...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Digital Strategy
- Logo Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We are excited by the future. Just like all innovators building in generative Al, SaaS, blockchain and all things tech. We are who they'd like to call up for a brainstorm. We are a creative-first marketing agency built for modern, fast-moving brands. Gen Al. SaaS. Blockchain. And the likes...
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- Creative Services
- Video Production
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
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- Location
- Thane, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Hurryep Technologies was founded in 2023 by Jeevakumar, Ashok, Abhishek, and Ravikumar who are the founders of this new thriving company based in Madurai with its motto being offering high quality services aimed at customer satisfaction. Focused on excellence, Hurryep Technology majors on quality web design...
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- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Madurai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Tekloomy (OPC) Private Limited is a digital agency helping businesses grow through tech and design. Its mission is to turn ideas into high-performing digital products. It empowers startups and enterprises to build strong online presence. Process: discovery, design & build, launch & support. Known for fast...
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- Digital Services
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Tirupati, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We architect growth engines for ambitious founders - AI Agents, Digital Marketing, Websites, Mobile apps, Ecommerce and more. We treat your ideas with care, respect, and responsibility - handling your concepts with the same passion as if they were our own...
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- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Hyderabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Novumlogic is a creative agency that has provided services in mobile app development with native or cross-platform app development experience and in web app development since 2015...
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- Software Development
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- IT Services
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- Location
- Vadodara, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Oxbow Creatives helps brands grow through performance marketing, website development, SEO, social media management, and data-driven digital strategies...
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- Web Development
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Jaipur, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
The Dreamer Designs is a design and development agency dedicated to crafting impactful solutions for our clients. Our team of specialists excels in areas such as branding, web design, web development, and advertising. Emphasizing a collaborative approach, we ensure our clients are integral to every phase of...
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- Creative Services
- Design Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Web Design
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- Location
- Delhi, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
HyperScale is an AI-driven software development and digital growth agency headquartered in Greater Noida West, India. The agency helps businesses scale faster through AI-augmented engineering, digital marketing, AEO/SEO, automation workflows, and conversion-focused web experiences. By combining software...
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- AI Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Greater Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Growthorizon helps businesses grow online with data-driven SEO, content, and digital marketing strategies. We focus on measurable results, stronger search visibility, qualified traffic, and sustainable growth, turning digital efforts into a reliable engine for long-term business success...
Top Services:
- SEO
- AEO
- Digital Marketing
- Advertising
- Web Design
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- Location
- Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
OLPNA IT Solutions is an India-based IT services and training company in Jaipur that provides digital solutions and professional courses for individuals and businesses. Its services include website and app development, digital marketing, SEO, social media marketing, graphic design, PPC advertising, IT...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Web Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Jaipur, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
AI-powered software studio building custom web apps, ERPs, mobile apps and AI automation for growing businesses. Launch in weeks. Full code ownership...
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- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Logo Design
- Design Services
- Web Design
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- Location
- Pune, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Admatazz is a digital marketing agency that approaches brand challenges with a scientific temper and a fundamentals-first mindset. We blend creativity, media, and technology to bring customers meaningfully closer to a purchase decision...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Social Media Marketing
- Branding
- Video Production
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
BHA Future Co is a design-led creative agency that develops brand solutions across multiple mediums. The agency combines brand strategy, design, digital ecosystems, and brand content and experiences to help startups and established institutions build future-ready brands across platforms and experiences. Its...
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- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- UI/UX Design
- Design Services
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
OptMum Digital is a Gurgaon-based ROI-focused digital marketing agency specializing in driving sales, lead generation, and branding activities for our clients. Our primary emphasis revolves around maximizing sales and cultivating leads while concurrently executing impactful branding initiatives...
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- Graphic Design
- Digital Strategy
- Logo Design
- Digital Services
- Package Design
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- Location
- Gurgaon, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Zordo Technologies is a leading website designing company fuelled with the motto of developing a 'Website For Every Business'. Envisioning itself as a leader in this industry, Zordo Technologies is growing significantly to create a monopoly in the market. From India to the US, Zordo Technologies has developed...
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- Digital Services
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Public Relations
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Kuchaman City, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Pixel Street is a new age design agency that helps brands to seamlessly communicate messages in the connected world...
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- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Kolkata, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Panara Studios is a company in India that specializes in making apps for mobile phones. The creation of mobile applications and websites is another area of expertise held by our team. We make mobile apps for both iOS and Android, which means we can help your business reach customers all over the world...
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- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Gandhinagar, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
CodeOptix provides comprehensive web development, SEO, and digital solutions to elevate your brand's online presence...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Chandigarh, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Infilon Technologies is a global Digital Solution development and product engineering company with 16+ years of experience helping startups, agencies, and enterprises build scalable, high-quality digital products.We specialise in custom web& mobile applications, SaaS platforms, and Enterprise systems...
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- Web Development
- AI Development
- DevOps Consulting
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
mTouch Labs is a software development company in India specializing in custom web and mobile application development, AI solutions, ERP software, eCommerce platforms, and digital transformation services...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- AI Development
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Hyderabad, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Pinakexa Systems is a technology and software solutions company focused on helping businesses simplify operations, embrace digital transformation, and build sustainable growth through modern technology...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- CRM Consulting
- ERP Consulting
- IT Services
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- Location
- Ichalkaranji, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $8/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Studio Sorted is a Bangalore-based branding agency shaping the next generation of ambitious brands. Recognized by Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia (2025) and Forbes India 30 Under 30 (2024), we specialize in building premium, strategy-led identities that scale across markets and mediums...
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- Branding
- Package Design
- Digital Strategy
- Business Consulting
- Market Research
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- Location
- Bengaluru, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Trimonks Digital Provide A Full Range Of Digital Marketing, Web & Creative Services!...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Chennai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Digipuush is an AI-first digital marketing agency in Bangalore, India, helping brands rank on Google and get cited by ChatGPT, Perplexity, Gemini and Google AI Overviews. We bring Answer Engine Optimization (AEO), Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) and traditional SEO together as one strategy restructuring...
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- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Logo Design
- Digital Services
- Web Design
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- Location
- Bengaluru, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Inciterz is a Tech & Marketing Consultant Company that is an expert in all types of digital domains. Specializes in providing comprehensive Digital Solutions to businesses. They have a team of experts who are skilled in Development as well as marketing, covering all aspects of digital marketing, including...
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- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Pixaware Technology Solutions Pvt. Ltd. is a full-service digital solutions company specializing in UI/UX Design Services, WordPress Website Development, and Mobile App Design Services. With over a decade of experience, our team is passionate about creating user-first designs, high-performance websites, and...
Top Services:
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Coimbatore, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1000/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
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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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