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DoGoodBiz Studio is a Portland-based ethical branding and web design studio for conscious leaders, healers, cooperatives, and values-driven small businesses. We offer brand identity, web design, messaging strategy, and ongoing creative partnership, all rooted in ecological thinking and a genuine commitment to...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Design Services
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- Portland, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At Forbtech Ltd we specialise in building and maintaining websites that continue to sell for our clients. Focusing highly on speed, SEO, User Experience and scalability...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- AI Development
- IT Services
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- Location
- Swadlincote, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
MannyKnows builds AI agents that actually know your business. Each one is trained on your own services, pricing, policies, and the questions customers already ask then put to work on your website, your phone line, and your inbox. It answers like someone who works there, not a generic chatbot: handling...
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- AI Development
- SEO
- eCommerce Development
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Springfield, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are Mezvic, a hands-on team of senior specialists uniting digital marketing, AI automation, and multiplatform eCommerce into one compounding growth system. Our experts build durable search visibility (including AI/GEO), resilient automation (Zapier, n8n, Make.com, GoHighLevel, chat/voice agents), and...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- CRO
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Dilli Town Web Agency builds clean, fast and mobile-friendly websites for local businesses in Delhi. We help small businesses turn their work into a clear and professional online presence...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Location
- Delhi, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Third Marble is a certified Google Premier Partner, making us one of the Top 3% of all Google Partners. Google Ads Management, SEO/AI and Websites. Our processes allow us to offer extremely competitive prices to small businesses that don't want to spend a fortune on advertising. No contracts...
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- PPC
- SEO
- AEO
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- Location
- Richmond, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
DentalROI is a specialized dental marketing agency focused on helping dental practices attract, engage, and retain more new patients through digital marketing and technology. The company combines dental marketing expertise with an AI-enabled platform and services including SEO, paid advertising, social media...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Location
- Boca Raton, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Our effective and affordable website services include website design, website hosting, website management, and branding services for business of all sizes. If you're looking for an affordable website solution, we have a plan that will fit your budget. Contact us today. Were ready to help get your business...
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- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Lubbock, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
ProfitWerx helps small businesses in Klamath Falls and surrounding communities get more from their technology and online presence. We provide professional IT services, technical support, web design, and SEO solutions designed to help businesses run better and grow...
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- IT Services
- Managed Services
- Cybersecurity
- Web Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Klamath Falls, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
7th Floor Designs is a custom web design studio specializing in hand-coded websites that prioritize speed, search visibility, and user experience. The company develops high-performance websites, interactive digital experiences, and brand identities without relying on templates, page builders, or WordPress...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- SEO
- Location
- Moscow, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
BranDisruptr helps UK service businesses stop losing clients to competitors who simply look more credible online. From Local SEO and Google Business optimisation to website rewrites and reputation building, every engagement starts with a free 48-hour audit. No guesswork. No generic strategies. Just a clear...
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- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- SEO
- PPC
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We build your website, set up your tools, and handle all the tech. You stay focused on getting the work done...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Software Development
- CRO
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Hudson, New Hampshire
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We are a team of digital marketing specialists that partner with clients to create online experiences designed to help their brands evolve, engage, and stand out.Lets talk about your current and long term goals for your small to medium-size business and grow together to create solutions and results...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Kissimmee, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Quimera Group is a digital marketing agency founded in 2021 in Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia, with presence in Latin America and the United States. We offer digital marketing, web design, social media, advertising, AI automation and branding services...
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- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Graphic Design
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Boston-based technology consultancy specializing in custom software, e-commerce, DevOps, and IT infrastructure for growing businesses...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Duxbury, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Venüs Agency is an Izmir-based digital marketing agency offering web design, SEO, social media management, performance marketing, AI consulting, branding, and creative production to help businesses achieve measurable digital growth...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- İzmir, Turkey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Innovative Agency Canada helps businesses grow online through custom web design, website development, SEO, branding, and digital marketing solutions...
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- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Brampton, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
DesignStack is a full-service web design and creative agency that helps businesses establish and grow their digital presence through website development, branding, graphic design, SEO, and mobile applications. With over 20 years of industry experience, the agency delivers tailored digital solutions that...
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- Web Development
- Graphic Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Weymouth, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Romeo Golf Consultants is a business consulting and services firm in Clearwater, Florida. We start the way a consultant should: by mapping how your business gets work, loses work, and spends it's time. Then we build what the map says you need. That might be an AI agent handling your inbound calls and emails...
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- AI Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Phone Answering Services
- SEO
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- Location
- Clearwater, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
linenbuilt is an independent web design practice specializing in custom, one-page websites for psychotherapists and private therapy practices. Its services focus on local search visibility, professional and welcoming design, and privacy-compliant website setups, with websites typically delivered within one...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- Location
- Lam Pho, Thailand
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $79/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We run your Meta & Google ads and build the websites behind them so every click has the best possible shot at becoming a paying customer...
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- Web Development
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
- Media Buying
- CRO
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- Location
- Edmonton, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Acrion.ai is a Knoxville, TN company that builds AI Employees for non-medical home care agencies across the US. An AI Employee handles a full role end to end: answering every inbound call with proper intake, texting new inquiries within 60 seconds to engage and qualify them, managing online reputation, and...
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- Business Consulting
- Digital Services
- AI Development
- CRO
- Reputation Management
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- Location
- Knoxville, Tennessee
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Bereza WP provides custom WordPress and WooCommerce development for businesses, agencies, and organizations. With 8+ years of experience, I build, customize, optimize, and maintain websites with a focus on performance, usability, responsive design, and reliable functionality. Services range from new website...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
- AEO
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- Location
- Hartford, Connecticut
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
502ads offers digital marketing solutions for small businesses in and around Louisville, Kentucky - particularly search engine optimization (SEO) and (AI) answer engine optimization (AEO). The agency also manages online advertising, including Google Ads management, and provides social media strategy, as well...
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- AEO
- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Louisville, Kentucky
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Broad Lantern Media is a web design and digital marketing agency in Mount Pocono, PA, serving HVAC, plumbing, roofing, and other home service businesses. We build websites, manage local SEO, and optimize Google Business Profiles so clients get found by nearby customers. Our team also develops proprietary SEO...
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- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Mount Pocono, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Donau Marketing is a full-service marketing agency in Charlotte, NC, combining WordPress web design, SEO, AEO, GEO, advertising, branding, and CRM automation with business consulting. We work with startups, independent professionals, and established companies, offering individual projects and ongoing support...
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- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
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- Charlotte, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Innovative Creative Agency is a digital agency helping businesses grow through custom website design, SEO, free hosting, and digital marketing. We build effective websites and provide strategies that improve visibility, generate leads, and turn visitors into customers...
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- SEO
- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Cedar Rapids, Iowa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
LyonRéférencement is an independent local SEO agency in Lyon, France. We help tradespeople and local businesses get found by nearby customers: Google Business Profile optimisation, Google Maps rankings tracked on a 100-point grid, local WordPress websites, compliant review collection and citations. Every...
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- SEO
- Web Design
- Reputation Management
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Lyon, France
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Zerak builds and looks after bilingual websites and online shops for businesses in the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Egypt, for one monthly price, then gets them found on Google and in AI assistants like ChatGPT...
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- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Ajman, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Web Design USA is a USA-focused web design and digital marketing agency specializing in website design, WordPress development, eCommerce, SEO, branding, and custom web solutions. We help US businesses build high-performing websites that strengthen their online presence, generate leads, and support long-term...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- Branding
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- Las Vegas, Nevada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Real Dealership Experience. Real Results. Digital marketing (SEO, AEO, SEM & Social) built to sell more inventory...
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- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- SEO
- AEO
- Digital Strategy
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- Raytown, Missouri
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Opole based team building websites, SEO strategies and paid campaigns for Polish companies that sell to other businesses. Each project begins with a written diagnosis, so you know what will be done, why, and what it will cost before any work starts. Strong experience with manufacturers, construction firms and...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Opole, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Get a professional business website that helps customers find you, trust your business, and take action. We handle everything from launch to ongoing care...
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- Web Development
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- South Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Business growth agency in Tamale, Ghana. We connect a fast custom website, a managed Google Business Profile, local SEO, a CRM and automated WhatsApp follow-up into one system, so hotels, clinics, schools, NGOs and service firms get found online and stop losing enquiries...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Tamale, Ghana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
iLLuSys is a Lagos-based digital agency that provides technology and digital marketing solutions to help businesses grow and compete in the digital economy. The company combines web and mobile development, digital marketing, advertising, SEO, business automation, and digital transformation to create scalable...
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- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Lagos, Nigeria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Custom software for growing companies in Mexico: inventory and production systems, customer portals, WhatsApp and AI automation, and websites. Free consultation and a written quote...
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- Software Development
- AI Development
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Irapuato, Mexico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $24/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
I'm Mike, a freelance SEO and web designer based in Suffolk. I've been doing this for 11 years now, mostly for small businesses that have a website that looks fine but doesn't really bring anything in. That's usually where I come in. I'll go through the site, sort out what's wrong, and then keep working on it...
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- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Bury St Edmunds, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Ikonik Studio is a small, senior digital studio in Krugersdorp, South Africa. We design and build websites and WooCommerce online stores, create brand identities, and help brands grow with SEO, Google and Meta ads, social media, email marketing and practical AI tools. Fixed prices, weekly progress demos and...
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- Web Design
- Branding
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Randburg, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Leipzig marketing agency for SMEs: social media, video content, SEO websites and ads across Germany...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
- Video Production
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Leipzig, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Saxon Enterprises is a small Tinton Falls, New Jersey studio that plans, codes and maintains websites and web applications for companies across the country. Our edge is AI search: we built BusinessPulse, which tests whether ChatGPT and Perplexity mention a business, and we design every client site so those...
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- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Tinton Falls, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $95/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
EmergentTree Marketing is a Portland, Maine agency that helps local businesses get found on Google and recommended by AI tools like ChatGPT, Perplexity and Google's AI Overviews. Every engagement starts with an audit of your website, Google Business Profile and local listings, so the plan is built around...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- AEO
- Content Marketing
- Reputation Management
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- Location
- Portland, Maine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Vertana helps local businesses get found on Google and ChatGPT, answer every lead fast, and run lean, starting at $500/month. Denver-based...
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- SEO
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- AI Development
- Business Consulting
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- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Strategie MD is a Chișinău marketing agency that plans before it spends. Each client starts with research into the market and the competition, then gets a 90-day plan with clear steps and measurable KPIs. The same team then carries it out: branding and naming, websites, SEO, Google Ads and social media...
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- Digital Strategy
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- Chișinău, Moldova
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $56/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
RoroWeb is a web studio in Izmir, Turkiye, working remotely with small businesses in the UK, Germany, the US and Turkiye. We build fast, multilingual websites for clinics, hotels, restaurants and local services, add AI assistants that answer customers around the clock, and run Google Ads. Our AISEO tool...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- SEO
- AEO
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- Location
- İzmir, Turkey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
I'm a one-person creative shop in Bradenton, Florida with 35+ years in graphic design and copywriting. Local businesses on the Gulf Coast hire me for websites that bring in calls, logos and branding that look sharp, and copy that sounds like a real person wrote it. You work with me directly from start to...
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- Graphic Design
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- Logo Design
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- Bradenton, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
LocalForge designs and builds custom websites and Shopify stores for small local businesses. We're based in San Jose, CA and work with businesses nationwide. Every client starts with three free homepage concepts. They choose the direction that fits, and we build it into the finished site, made for desktop and...
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- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
New Delhi web and growth studio. We build fast websites and brands, then run Google, Meta and LinkedIn Ads, SEO and AI search, Google Business Profile, social media, reels and video, with every call, form and WhatsApp lead tracked to the sale. Lovable Certified Expert...
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- Delhi, India
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- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
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- Under $1,000
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- 4 Projects Listed
Seartive is a full-service IT and Digital Growth agency dedicated to transforming businesses into industry leaders. We specialize in custom web and mobile app development, scalable software solutions, and advanced digital marketing. By combining innovative UI/UX design with high-impact SEO and performance...
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- Mobile App Development
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- Ahmedabad, India
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- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
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- Under $1,000
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- 1 Project Listed
Driving innovation & transformation through consulting, digital transformation, and AI & emerging tech solutions...
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- Ghaziabad, India
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Magesol is a software development company specializing in custom web, eCommerce, mobile, and enterprise application development using open-source technologies and modern development frameworks. With over 17 years of industry experience, the company delivers tailored software solutions that help businesses...
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- Ahmedabad, India
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Small Business Website Design Company Hiring Guide
What is a small business website design company?
Small business web design companies are composed of designers and developers who prototype, design, develop, and enhance websites with the specific needs, challenges, and goals of small businesses in mind.
Through functional, user-friendly, and visually pleasing websites, they help small businesses, startups, and SMEs compete with well-established brands and leverage the benefits a professional website. This enables small businesses to showcase their offerings, attract potential customers, and, ultimately, drive business growth even without the budget or scale of larger enterprises.
What do small business web designers do?
Small business web designers make digital assets for small businesses, such as websites, online stores, and web apps. Here are some of the specific services they offer:
- Custom Website Design
- Responsive Design
- Content Management System Integration
- Content & Graphics Development
- Social Media Integration
- eCommerce Functionality
- SEO
- Branding
- Testing
- Analytics and Tracking
- Maintenance and Updates
The best small business website design companies tailor their services based on their client’s requirements and objectives to increase efficiency. They are experts in design and computer programming and combine their technical skills and creativity to come up with a high-quality and visually appealing website.
Why hire a small business website design agency?
Hiring a leading small business website design agency is beneficial in many ways. Here are some notable benefits you shouldn’t miss out on:
Reach Your Local Audience
A recent BrightLocal survey found that 98% of consumers search the internet to find information about a local business. Having a robust online presence and an optimized website will make it easier for potential customers to find you, boosting both your website traffic and conversions.
Increase Credibility
The same BrightLocal survey shows that 76% of consumers regularly read online reviews for local businesses. Nowadays, consumers have so many options to choose from, which is why they rely on reviews before making a purchase.
Web designers for small businesses can help you appropriately incorporate reviews into your website. Moreover, they can optimize your website according to the principles of web design, further increasing your credibility among consumers.
With their high-end services, you will get an eye-catching and functional site that boosts your brand’s reliability and allows users to make secure purchases.
Boost Your Profit
According to Insider Intelligence, the number of online shoppers in the US is expected to reach 218.8 million in 2023. Your digital presence starts with a website, your biggest marketing asset in the digital age we live in.
Top web design firms understand the nuances involved in small businesses. And they are knowledgeable in the latest web design tips to increase conversions. Taking advantage of the technical expertise of the best website design companies for small business, you can also promote your products or services online.
This case study reiterates the importance of outsourcing professional small business web design services. Brothers Pest Control approached Big Red Jelly, a Utah-based small business website design agency, for a site redesign. The project resulted in a whopping 1,700% increase in leads.
How many hours does it take to design a website?
Generally, it takes anywhere from 40 to 300 hours to design a website. However, the timeline is largely dependent on the website’s complexity and the agency’s level of commitment to the project.
Here are some sample time frames for various types of websites:
| Type of website | Average number of hours |
| Landing page | 40 |
| Simple web application | 120 |
| Average web application | 200 |
| Complex web application | 300 |
How much does a simple website design cost?
A simple web design costs a flat rate of $5,000. Complex and larger sites can cost up to $10,000. Meanwhile, the average rate for web design on a per-hour basis ranges from $30 to $80.
However, the actual cost of web design services can vary depending on the type of website, number of features and images, maintenance, and complexity of the project as well as the designer’s skills, years of experience, and geographical location.
How do I find good web designers who work with small businesses?
Finding the best website designer for your small business can be daunting. Follow this step-by-step guide to find the perfect fit:
- Guide the design process by clarifying your goals and requirements for the website.
- Identify your target audience and their needs, preferences, and behaviors.
- Set a budget for your website design project.
- Research reputable web design agencies that cater to small businesses.
- Check their client list to see if they work with local businesses.
- Peruse their portfolio and testimonials to gauge their performance, accomplishments, and client satisfaction. See what kind of feedback past clients have about the results they have delivered, how responsive and committed they are, whether they meet deadlines, and other relevant aspects.
- Find out which of these candidates has experience working on similar projects. The agencies that understand your target market well can speed up project delivery and accelerate results.
- Request proposals that include projected timelines, costs, project scope, and deliverables.
- Inquire about the agency’s SEO capabilities. This is essential to attracting more organic and local traffic.
- Conduct interviews with shortlisted agencies to get a clear view of their communication, technical skills, relevant niche experience, and commitment.
- Consider the company culture if you want to invest in a long-term relationship. Working with a company that shares the same values as your brand is important and a sign that you will be able to function together as one team.
- Compare the offerings and choose the web design agency that best aligns with your goals, budget, values, and preferences.
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What questions to ask small business website design agencies when hiring one?
Here are the top questions to ask a small business web design agency before you hire one:
- What industries have you worked with before, and have you worked with businesses similar to mine?
- Can you provide examples of websites you've designed for similar small businesses?
- How do you approach incorporating our brand identity into web design?
- How do you ensure that the website is responsive on various devices and screen sizes?
- How do you ensure optimal user experience, considering navigation, content hierarchy, and ease of use?
- How do you integrate SEO principles into the design to improve our website's visibility in search engines?
- Can you integrate mobile apps or other digital tools into our website's design and functionality?
- What CMS do you recommend? How do you ensure that it's user-friendly for our team to manage content?
- How do you involve us in the design process? What methods do you use for communication and feedback?
- How do you handle feedback and revisions during the design process?
- What is the estimated cost for the design of our website? Are there any potential additional costs we should be aware of?
- What is the estimated timeline for completing the project?
- How often do you recommend updating the website's design and content?
- What kind of support and maintenance services do you offer after the website is launched?
- Who will work on my project and how experienced are they? Who will be the main point of contact?
What are the leading small business website design companies in the U.S.?
The leading small business website design agencies in the U.S. are:
- Big Red Jelly
- 5-star rating with 34 reviews on DesignRush; 5-star rating with 257 reviews on Google
- Top clients: Hirschi Companies, R and R BBQ, Summit Pizza Co, The Happy Health Insurance Guy
- Red Spot Design
- 5-star rating with 30 reviews on DesignRush; 5-star rating with 295 reviews on Google
- Top clients: Cornwell Jackson CPAs, Trinity Valley Electric Co-op, Fit Chick Training, Pollo Regio Restaurant
- Bilberrry
- 5-star rating with 21 reviews on DesignRush
- Top clients: University of Washington, Snohomish County, OfferUP, The Life You Can Save
- Denver Web Success LLC
- 5-star rating with 15 reviews on DesignRush; 5-star rating with 40 reviews on Google
- Top clients: Irie Cabinetry, Rallye Coach Works, Goodrich Chimney
- Jeremy McGilvrey
- 5-star rating with 11 reviews on DesignRush; 5-star rating with 93 reviews on Google
- Top clients: Houston Ticket Brokers, Young & Earth Supplements, Capstone Homebuyers
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