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Stelings is a Dutch web agency specialising in Wordpress, Elementor, and WooCommerce. We build fast, well-structured websites that are easy to manage and are built to grow. We combine clean frontend development with smart workflow automations (n8n), so your business runs smoother without adding overhead...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Haarlem, Netherlands
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Codesert is a group of professionals working to inspire change and innovation through excellent results. The completion of more than 100 custom mobile and web development projects for various requirements is what drives the growth...
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- Location
- Surat, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
We create and visualize ideas that engage, educate, and entertain the world through comprehensive and effective approaches, while inspiring our team with a culture of creativity and continuous challenge...
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- Beirut, Lebanon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Marketing can be simple. We've grown dozens of brands with our iterative approach.Whether it be Development, Design, Production or Post Production, Media Bamboo is your secret weapon for business growth.Get started for a low monthly subscription and cancel or pause anytime.Simply submit a request...
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- Location
- Pembroke, New Hampshire
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Rasing the bar of Jewish educational through Creative Chinuch is a creative agency focused on Jewish Projects...
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- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Johannesburg, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Trust Haven Solution is a U.S.-based digital services firm founded in 2020, with a team of 50249 professionals. Specializing in web design, PPC, SEO, social media, content writing, cybersecurity, IT strategy consulting, and full-stack web and app development, the agency supports small to midsized businesses...
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- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- Managed Services
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Bakersfield, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Form follows function- this is misunderstood. Form and function should be one, united in a spiritual union. Innovation is often the ability to reach back into the pastand bring back what is good, what is beautiful and what it is. That's why we want to provide each client whit special treatment. Each job is a...
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- Digital Services
- Reputation Management
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- Location
- Novi Sad, Serbia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Quality SMI is an agency specialized in digital solutions that enhance your company's online presence. With services that include SEO, social media management, Google Ads, and development of responsive layouts, we help brands stand out in the digital environment and achieve their business objectives in an...
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- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
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- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Guarulhos, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
MTech Media is a full-service digital-marketing agency based in Totowa, New Jersey. The firm provides services such as local SEO, Google Ads management, web design & development, social-media marketing and brand-design strategy for businesses of all sizes...
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- Digital Services
- PPC
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Totowa, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We don't just build websites; we build digital dreams. We craft stunning online experiences that captivate audiences, elevate brands, and drive business growth...
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- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
- Content Marketing
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Birmingham, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
BThrust, your gateway to unmatched digital transformation. We started our journey in 2014 in Singapore, and we've since expanded our horizons to proudly serve clients in Malaysia as well. At BThrust, we are experts in digital marketing and software development, setting the path for your rise to technological...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Singapore, Singapore
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We're helping Houston, TX businesses with website design & development, white hat SEO, social media marketing, PPC, and 360-degree full-service digital marketing...
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- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
ELKEON supports businesses with data-driven performance marketing focused on measurable growth. Their services include Google Ads campaigns, marketing automation, web analytics and tracking, as well as B2B lead generation...
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- PPC
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Nuremberg, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Headless Coders is a Sydney-based WordPress development company offering expert WordPress, WooCommerce, and plugin development services...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- AI Development
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- Location
- Sydney, Australia
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Dixura is a Czech design and web development studio specializing in custom websites, visual identity, branding, logo design, and graphic design. We build digital solutions that are fast, modern, and built to grow with your business. Based in Prague, serving clients across Europe...
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Prague, Czech Republic
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Moorpark Marketing helps small businesses turn scattered marketing into a clear growth system. We support restaurants, salons, service businesses, ecommerce brands, and local companies with strategy, Google Ads, SEO, website optimization, analytics, and conversion tracking. Our work is built for owners who...
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- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- SEO
- CRO
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
CubicSofts is a full-service digital agency helping businesses grow through custom web development, mobile app development, UI/UX design, digital marketing, and creative animation solutions. We combine innovation, strategy, and technology to deliver measurable results for startups, SMEs, and enterprise...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Ajman, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
AvioneX Digital Co. is a Kent, WA digital marketing and AI automation agency helping local service businesses grow online. We specialize in website design, local SEO, AI chatbots, Google Ads, and workflow automation...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Kent, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
828 Biz Marketing helps small businesses in Hendersonville, Asheville, Western North Carolina, South Carolina and North East Florida to grow with expert web design, SEO, Google Ads, social media marketing and local SEO strategies that generate leads and customers...
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- SEO
- WordPress Website Design
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Hendersonville, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Dead River Management helps El Paso service businesses get found and get booked. We combine local SEO, social media management, Google Ads, web design, and AI-powered lead follow-up into one system that captures every call, click, and message, then follows up automatically. Based in El Paso and serving the...
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- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- El Paso, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
At Twinz Digital, we dont just build online presence; we build digital momentum. We partner with ambitious brands to deliver bespoke web design, seamless automations, and strategic marketing that drive measurable bottom-line growth...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
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- Logo Design
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- Location
- Matale, Sri Lanka
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Horizon Web Group builds custom websites, web applications, AI-powered tools, and business automation systems for companies that need technology designed around how they actually work. We combine full-stack engineering with business strategy to create practical digital systems from customer-facing platforms...
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- Web Development
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- CRM Consulting
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- Location
- Lagos, Nigeria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We assist our partners and clients with cutting-edge and highly fresh advertising and marketing solutions that support their business growth both internally and externally.With the help of upscale clarity about their respective fields, our skilled experts convert your ideas into action. Through a...
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- Location
- Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
SoftSphere Technologies is a digital solutions company specializing in custom web development, mobile app development, AI-powered platforms, and scalable SaaS products. We help startups, enterprises, and growing businesses transform ideas into high-performance digital products. Our team focuses on clean...
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- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Ghaziabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
If you're on the hunt for a SEO services provider in London, you might just hit the jackpot with Logicsofts. With over a decade of experience under their belt, they're not just any run-of-the-mill SEO company. They've seen trends come and go, Google algorithms change, and yet have consistently deliv...
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- SEO
- Content Marketing
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- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Rahat Web Design is a professional website design and development company delivering high-performance digital solutions for businesses worldwide. We specialize in WordPress development, ecommerce websites, custom web applications, and website speed optimization. Our focus is on creating responsive, secure...
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- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Muzaffarpur, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Lynxify is a creative digital agency helping start-ups and businesses build memorable brands through strategic design, digital experiences, and visual storytelling. From investor pitch decks and brand identities to UI/UX design, websites, motion graphics, and video production, we combine creativity with...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
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- Product Design
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- Location
- Islamabad, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are a thriving full service design & marketing agency based in Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire. We craft distinctive, brand driven communications...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Design Services
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- Location
- Aylesbury, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Revive Design revitalizes businesses by implementing strategic digital marketing actions that enhance growth and visibility. Trusted by over 40 businesses, we are the preferred source for comprehensive digital marketing solutions that breathe new life into your brand...
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- Location
- Austintown, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $34/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
BlueVine Digital Marketing Solutions is a digital marketing agency for local service businesses across the United States. Founded in 2022, we handle Google Ads, social media advertising and management, local SEO, AI search optimization, websites, and hosting...
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- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Media Buying
- AEO
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- Location
- Guaynabo, Puerto Rico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Being the best web development company in Mohali, we aim to provide optimization solutions to clients around the world with revolutionized digital marketing technology and deliver high-end, exceptional, and outstanding services...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Mohali, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Are you searching for the best website design & development company in Ahmedabad for your business then AOM Web Designer is here to help your Designing Stunning Websites, Attractive UI UX Design, SEO Friendly and Custom Designing Solution. AOM Web Designer is the top leading web design service provider in...
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- Web Design
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Tech N Digi drives growth for businesses through intelligent digital marketing. From SEO to social media, creative branding to paid ads, we build strategies that increase visibility, trust, and revenue. We are your trusted partner for digital growth. TechN Digi is a platform where you can access all the...
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- Location
- Mohali, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Codiastic Soft excels in Web Design and Development, creating responsive, SEO-optimized websites with the latest HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript technologies. Our custom web solutions ensure a unique, user-friendly online presence for your business...
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- Location
- Pune, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
In the saturated market of Web Development, BiTechX tries to stand out by offering the maximum value for money. A website/web application we build is made sure to have flawless designs and sensitivity. From our cheapest solution to the most expensive ones, the differences are only in features. We never...
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- Location
- Wilmington, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
MAD Monkey Media is a Dallas AI-native marketing agency and commercial printer. We build our own SEO, CRM, and reporting platform, then use it to run ads, print, embroidery, DTF transfers, and direct mail. One team, one login, one accountable partner. Founded 2016, serving clients nationwide...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Web Development
- Print Design
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- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
JD Creations is a Digital Marketing Agency that's been around since 2019. We use AI and automation to deliver our digital solutions at rapid speeds with high quality outputs...
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- Video Production
- Audio Production
- Branding
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Johannesburg, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $55/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Delivering Impactful Results Our bespoke strategies seamlessly integrate compelling content, meaningful interactions, informed engagement, and ongoing optimization. We firmly believe in leveraging the potential of a data-centric environment to secure triumph for your brand...
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- Location
- Worcester, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Creative Design Edge is an integrated digital marketing agency helping brands scale online. We started CDE to help brands succeed in the fastest-evolving digital arena...
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- Graphic Design
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Liverpool, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We utilize artificial intelligence to analyze data and create unique strategies for your business. This powerful tool enables us to personalize user experiences in real-time, delivering highly relevant content, offers, and promotions based on user behavior data. This significantly boosts conversion rates...
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- Digital Strategy
- Media Buying
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Sao Paulo, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Ray Solutions stands as a leading provider of diverse business solutions, committed to helping companies, regardless of their size, achieve their goals. Our extensive service offerings encompass: Remote Team: We assist companies in building and managing effective remote teams, connecting them with global...
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- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We're a creative agency based in Cambridge, UK. We concoct words and images that communicate and compel...
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- Graphic Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- Cambridge, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Synergy Media is a Web3 media agency that combines creative ideas with a clear focus on results. Our dedicated team understands the unique needs of our clients and develops tailored solutions. We specialize in making projects visible and exploring new paths in the digital space. Discover how we can make an...
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- Location
- Gottmadingen, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Top-quality design & development. Were here to help grow your business through design! With daily updates and custom approach to each project...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- Spokane, Washington
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Welcome to Codari, your go-to destination for expert software development services. Whether you're looking to create a dynamic website, a user-friendly mobile app, or a complex enterprise solution, our team of skilled developers is here to help. We specialize in tailor-made solutions that fit seamlessly with...
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- Software Development
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- CRM Consulting
- Web Development
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- Location
- Łódź, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
The Breis Agency empowers small business owners and organization leaders with technology-based products & solutions. Breis is the phonetic representation of the word brace, which means to make stronger; to undergird; to buttress. We serve businesses at all levels, from just-starting to fully-established and...
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- eCommerce Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
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- Location
- Alexandria, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Since 2021, our small yet dedicated team has thrived on solving intricate problems and powering digital transformation. With extensive experience in online entrepreneurship and cutting-edge development, were here to bring your ideas to lifeefficiently, reliably, and with a masterful touch of innovation...
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- Web Development
- SEO
- DevOps Consulting
- Managed Services
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- Location
- Jersey City, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Keel Studio is a brand identity design studio from the North East of England, inspired by the regions shipbuilding heritage. Like the keel of a ship, we create foundations for brands to grow strong and move forward...
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- Location
- Sunderland, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
3HASH is a Portuguese digital agency specializing in web development, digital transformation, and AI-powered solutions. We deliver custom websites, e-commerce platforms, UX/UI design, SEO optimization, branding, and web hosting with 24/7 support. Our mission is to lead SMEs through digital transformation by...
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- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Figueira da Foz, Portugal
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Rankure handles Google Business Profile suspensions, local SEO and Google Ads for businesses in the US, UK and UAE. $199 diagnostic. Arlington, Virginia...
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- Location
- Arlington, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
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Frequently Asked Questions About Website Design Companies
What services do web design agencies offer?
Web design agencies provide a range of services to plan, create, and improve business websites. Their core services include:
- Custom website design tailored to your brand and goals
- Responsive web design to ensure the site works on desktop, tablet, and mobile
- UI/UX design to make the site easy to use
- Website development to turn designs into functional websites
- Landing page design for campaigns and conversions
- Website redesign to improve outdated or underperforming sites
Beyond these core services, many web design companies also support digital marketing, including search engine optimization, content marketing, and email marketing to help improve visibility in search engines and attract potential customers.
Some also offer brand identity, graphic design, and ongoing web design services like maintenance, updates, and performance improvements to strengthen your online presence over time.
How much do website design companies charge for their services?
Professional web design services typically cost $5,000 to $60,000+. Basic business websites may range from $5,000 to $15,000, custom websites from $15,000 to $30,000, and complex or e-commerce projects from $30,000 to $60,000+. Costs depend on scope, customization, features, and development needs.
How long does it take to build a website?
A typical website design company timeline ranges from a few days to several months, depending on scope, content readiness, and required web development.
- Simple brochure website (1 to 5 pages): 1 to 2 weeks
- Small business website (5 to 15 pages, blog, forms): 4 to 8 weeks
- eCommerce website (standard features, 10 to 100 products): 8 to 16 weeks
- Large-scale custom website (bespoke features, integrations): 4 to 6+ months
- Custom web application: 6 to 12+ months
Most delays come from two things: missing content (copy, images, product data) and an unclear scope that expands during the web design project.
If content is ready and approvals are fast, timelines compress. If content is late and feedback is slow, timelines stretch.
What are the hidden costs of web design?
Hidden web design costs usually show up in two phases: before launch and after launch.
Pre-launch hidden costs
- Stock photos, fonts, and premium plugins (one-time fees plus renewals)
- Scope creep and extra revisions beyond what the contract includes
- Content creation (copywriting, product descriptions, graphics)
- Content migration from an old site (formatting, redirects, image cleanup)
- Integrations (CRM, booking, payments, analytics) that require extra setup and testing
Post-launch hidden costs
- Web hosting and domain renewal (often increases as traffic grows)
- SSL certificate upgrades for ecommerce or higher trust requirements
- Website maintenance and security (updates, backups, monitoring, fixes)
- Email hosting (Google Workspace or Microsoft 365 per user)
These costs appear because a website build quote often covers only the core design and development. Anything tied to licensing, content production, ongoing ownership, or changes outside the original scope gets billed separately unless the statement of work includes it.
What is the difference between web design and web development?
Web design defines the visual interface and user experience of a website, while web development implements that design through code and technical functionality.
| Aspect | Web design | Web development |
| Core responsibility | Defines the design, layout, and user experience | Builds and maintains the website through code |
| Primary objective | Ensure the site is clear, engaging, and aligned with brand identity | Ensure the site works correctly, loads fast, and supports required features |
| Deliverables | Wireframes, mockups, prototypes, and visual systems | Front-end interfaces, back-end systems, and integrations |
| Key disciplines | UX design, UI design, responsive web design | Front-end, back-end, and full-stack web development |
| Business impact | Influences perception, usability, and user engagement | Enables functionality, performance, and scalability |
Web design's main focus:
- Structure and site design
- Visual hierarchy and interface clarity
- User experience and UX design
- Mobile and responsive design
- Conversion-focused landing page design
Web development's main focus:
- Coding and website development
- Front-end implementation (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
- Back-end systems and databases
- Integrations, security, and performance
- CMS setup and custom functionality
What are the best web design companies in 2026?
What should I ask before hiring a web design company?
Ask about relevant experience, project scope, timelines, revision limits, ownership of design files, mobile optimization, and post-launch support. Also clarify who will work on the project and how progress will be communicated.
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