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IT managed services, offshore team in Poland , Romania , and LATAM , highly-technological clients with ultra high satisfaction...
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- HR Outsourcing
- Staff Augmentation
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- AI Development
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $55/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 15 Projects Listed
As an AI software development company, we deliver production-ready AI features-copilots, document automation, knowledge assistants, recommendations, and voice agents-integrated into your apps to streamline workflows, enhance decision-making, and drive measurable business impact...
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- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- Software Development
- UI/UX Design
- IT Services
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 21 Projects Listed
Snig.Digital is a digital studio passionate about storytelling, wow visual design, and technology...
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- Web Design
- Branding
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Kyiv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 34 Projects Listed
Code conflicts or unstable performance from vibe-coded websites? We fix them.We clean up the chaos no full rebuild unless required. Just working code and ongoing support...
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- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We offer subscription-based design services for early-stage startups and SMBs who need well-thought-out brands, websites, and products. We eliminate the need to hire in-house and act as a plugin so your company can maxime your output.Website design, MVPs, and brand creation for tech startups...
Top Services:
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Branding
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Sheridan, Wyoming
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are partnered with dedicated and highly qualified specialists, ready to provide great quality and the most effective business solutions at a low competitive price...
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- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Calgary, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
We are an agency that harmoniously merges the boundless realms of artistic creativity with the precision and efficacy of engineering. This union of creative ingenuity and technical expertise forms the cornerstone of our approach, allowing us to deliver innovative solutions that seamlessly blend form and...
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- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Paspartoo is a full-service eCommerce agency. We specialize in digital eCommerce and business solutions. Our goal is to create engaging web experiences, increase lead generation, with best-in-class user interactions...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 17 Projects Listed
Codeus is a custom software development partner helping startups, SMBs, and enterprises design, build, and scale reliable digital products that solve real business problems and support long-term growth...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Staff Augmentation
- Web Development
- AI Development
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- Location
- Podgorica, Montenegro
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 13 Projects Listed
Dive into a world of new possibilities while working with us you . What we offer can help you, your products, your services and your brand flow through the web creating a ripple effect that reaches all that you set out to accomplish...
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- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Gevgelija, Macedonia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $38/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 89 Projects Listed
Nomadic Advertising specializes in helping our clients grow their brand and get more customers online. We use a variety of different strategies and methods to help our clients dominate their industry online. Our services include Website design/development, Google ad management, Facebook ad management, search...
Top Services:
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Founded in 2021, Right Media is a performance-driven digital marketing agency headquartered in Dubai, UAE, with additional offices in Sharjah and operations extending internationally. As a Shopify Plus Partner, we specialize in delivering end-to-end e-commerce solutions, from custom Shopify store development...
Top Services:
- Social Media Marketing
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 16 Projects Listed
DigitalSuits is a full-cycle ecommerce agency with a focus on Shopify development and extensive expertise in AI development, web development, and custom software development...
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- eCommerce Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
Daniel James Consulting is a New Yorkbased business consulting and marketing firmredefining how modern companies grow. We blend strategy, creativity, and executioninto one cohesive framework helping brands scale with precision and presence...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Montrose, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
FutureManagement is a full-service online marketing agency operating from Debrecen and Balatonfüred, Hungary. Founded in 2016, the agency runs paid media, web design and development, brand identity and employer branding with a team of 28 specialists...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- PPC
- Graphic Design
- CRO
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Debrecen, Hungary
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 24 Projects Listed
We are a premier global agency specializing in MVP and and Product Development, empowering groundbreaking startups to bring their ideas to fruition through cutting-edge technology...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Blockchain
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- VR/AR
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
Founded in 2016, WestLink is a Colorado-based digital product development studio, providing product development and strategy consulting services for companies across the US. Get in touch - we'd be excited to see how we can help!...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
Amply is a specialized B2B design and Webflow development agency based in Utah, focusing on propelling growth for B2B brands...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Web Design
- SEO
- Location
- Salt Lake City, Utah
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
FittDesign is your all-in-one manufacturing & design agency, focusing on activewear and sportswear. We handle every aspect of your fashion business, from logo creation to efficient manufacturing, ensuring the creation of outstanding, high-quality clothing that resonates with your customers...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Web Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Beirut, Lebanon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
As a top digital marketing firm, Search Engine Projects (SEP) offers search engine optimization (SEO), search engine marketing (SEM), website design, localization, social media marketing, web analytics, and website usability for many clients in the USA...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- eCommerce
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- Location
- Orange County, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
We help businesses by guiding them through the process of planning, building & launching their digital products. With over 6+ years of industry experience & 50+ team members, we have managed to deliver 200+ successful projects including digital services like Strategy, Design, and Development...
Top Services:
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Branding
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Bengaluru, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 25 Projects Listed
Founded in 2009 by Nacho de Marco and Paul Azorín, BairesDev provides top 1% tech talent to a range of clients, from startups to Fortune 500 companies...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Mobile App Development
- Software Testing
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- 1000 & Up
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
TECHXIDE is a specialized digital agency that focuses on providing exceptional branding and logo design services. Our expertise lies in the digital realm, where our clients discover us and engage our services for their groundbreaking ventures...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Video Production
- Web Design
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- Location
- Manhasset, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 45 Projects Listed
Based in Denver, Colorado, Designing Gig specializes in crafting branded experiences that turn prospects into loyal customers who know, love and trust your business. Brands are not one-size-fits-all. Neither are websites. For maximum impact, we strategically and precisely tailor everything we create to...
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- Web Design
- Creative Services
- Branding
- Web Development
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $95/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
Ascendance is a results-driven digital marketing firm located in San Diego that was launched in 2015. We are not your usual agency that costs a lot for a little amount of work. While some may argue that "you get what you pay for," this is not always the case in our field. Asher Stefani, our founder, founded...
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- SEO
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- PPC
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Chula Vista, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 38 Projects Listed
At Rootstrap, we help companies scale people, processes, and products through outcome-driven development. We’ve helped launch more than 750+ digital products with more than 100 million combined downloads...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- AI Development
- Software Testing
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $87/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
AI-augmented software development for digital products, data-rich platforms & IoT for mid-size & enterprise businesses. Visit www.merixstudio.com for more details on our skills, agile teams' capabilities, and engagement models...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
- IoT
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- Location
- Poznan, Poland
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Black Château is a full-service marketing and PR agency that specializes in promoting authors and their books, as well as personality brands and creative businesses with a story to tell. The company developed the proprietary Author Network, an affordable marketing and PR strategy for authors that includes...
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- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
- Content Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Axamo is a Webflow Professional Partner specializing in beautiful, conversion-focused websites for B2B teams. We've partnered with 35+ companies like ColdIQ, Flosum, & Coverbase. We work primarily with enterprise SaaS, Dev/Web Ops, Data/Cybersecurity, and Professional services...
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- Design Services
- Digital Services
- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Sacramento, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
S² is a New York-based, woman-owned branding and packaging agency. As thinkers, brand builders, and storytellers, we create memorable brands. Our 360° approach and proprietary i³ process aid us in crafting holistic brand experiences that maximize relevance and impact...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Package Design
- Creative Services
- Print Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 24 Projects Listed
FATbit Technologies is a leading software development & mobile app development company that serves the global market with its integrated web services & solutions...
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- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Mohali, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 30 Projects Listed
Digital Transformation: Empowering Your FutureZiffity is an eCommerce agency that helps B2C and B2B brands build, transform, grow, and innovate their online presence by providing best-in-class digital solutions...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Mobile App Development
- IT Services
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- Location
- Plano, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 20 Projects Listed
Volar Agency is a Los Angelesbased software and web application development company specializing in custom web design, development, and digital marketing to help businesses grow with powerful, user-focused online solutions...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Promodex is your long-term digital partner. We deliver UI/UX design, front/back-end development, marketing (SEO, SMM, PPC), support, automation, and custom CRM/ERP solutions. 12+ years of experience. Need a turnkey solution? Lets talk!...
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- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Cheyenne, Wyoming
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 20 Projects Listed
Founded in 2002 and based in Chicago, TXI builds AI-powered workflows for companies running complex, high-stakes operations...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $195/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Creatif Agency is the award-winning branding and web design agency serving startups and enterprises across Europe and the US...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- Branding
- eCommerce Development
- Design Services
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- Location
- Sibiu, Romania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 36 Projects Listed
Bachoo studio is an award-winning web studio, dedicated to creating sophisticated and technologically advanced solutions for our clients. We offer end-to-end services, starting with concept and strategy, and continuing through design, development, QA, devops, and support...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Branding
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- Location
- El Segundo, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 17 Projects Listed
Building apps for service based SME's that automate workflows and generate revenue using custom & no code solutions, often with AI integrations...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- Software Development
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Henrico, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Idea Maker is a U.S.-based software development agency helping businesses transform ideas into scalable digital products. Our expert team specializes equally in mobile apps, custom software, AI-powered solutions, and modern web platforms...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- AI Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Irvine, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
We're a digital experience agency with a fierce commitment to keeping people at the center of our work...
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- UI/UX Design
- Product Design
- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Studio Fox Design offers web design & development, ecommerce, WordPress development, SEO, hosting, and maintenance for you so you can get back to running your business...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
UIDesignz is a top-rated UI UX Design Agency. Our services include UX/UI, Web design and App design by experienced professionals. With an emphasis on research-driven strategies, we are here to address your digital challenges and provide effective solutions that leave you satisfied...
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- UI/UX Design
- Product Design
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
We are a dedicated design team behind your successful products. Whether it’s a landing page design, app redesign or simple clickable MVP concept – you can have it all. Let the design tell your story and make it a successful one...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Mobile App Development
- Product Design
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- Location
- Tallinn, Estonia
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 16 Projects Listed
We are number one in Shopify, WordPress and BigCommerce with updates, custom themes and sitespeed. No need to pay those high Agency fees. Look here and get the best quality at a price you can afford...
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- Digital Services
- SEO
- Digital Strategy
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Ontario, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 17 Projects Listed
Visions Design
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.At Visions Design, we've spent the last 10 years working with businesses across various industries and countries, but what truly matters to us is the people we work with. Building strong relationships with like-minded clients who care about their business is key to delivering exceptional results...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Warrington, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 17 Projects Listed
Transform your business with AppWT LLC's digital expertise! We deliver stunning websites, user-friendly designs, and robust cybersecurity solutions. Based in Michigan, we optimize your digital presence and e-commerce to maximize growth. Let's bring your vision to life!...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Livonia, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Forge Apollo
VerifiedVerified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Forge Apollo's award-winning digital marketing, website design, and video production team sets your brand up for success. We drive unrivaled results through our unique blend of video and digital marketing expertise, turning great ideas into effective websites, content, and ad campaigns...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- Video Production
- Video Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Newtown Square, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 26 Projects Listed
We're JetRuby — AI-native, award-winning, and ISO-certified agency that's been shipping software since 2010. Our 250+ engineers turn bold ideas into production-ready products, starting from budgets of $50,000 and scaling all the way to enterprise roll-outs...
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- Web Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- AI Development
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 33 Projects Listed
IQONIC Design, a leading IT solutions provider with bases in India and Dubai since 2012, offers dynamic and cost-effective services globally. With over 200 in-house developers, we specialize in Mobile App Development, Software Development, IoT, and various technologies. Our structured approach caters to...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Codal
VerifiedVerified by the DesignRush team for authenticity and credibility.Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Codal is a design and development consultancy that partners with organizations to solve complex problems and accelerate growth through cutting-edge, data-driven strategies and solutions...
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- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Software Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $145/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
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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.
DesignRush can help you find the ideal web design agency for your small business—for free. Simply go to our Marketplace and tell us more about your project. We’ll introduce you to up to five of the most suitable agencies.
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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