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MadHustlers is a full-service digital marketing agency specializing in SEO, PPC, web design, and performance marketing, Social Media Marketing. We help businesses grow with ROI-focused strategies, driving traffic, leads, and sales through data-driven campaigns and high-converting digital solutions...
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
CodingPie is a Manchester-based web design and digital studio helping small and medium-sized businesses build fast, modern, and conversion-focused websites. We combine thoughtful design, clean development, and SEO-led structureto create websites that perform, not just look good. From custom Wordpress builds...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- Branding
- Managed Services
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- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
TheBomb® builds custom websites and digital experiences that dont just look good they perform. From conversion-focused web design and fast, modern development to SEO strategy, e-commerce builds, PPC campaigns and ongoing maintenance, we give companies a competitive edge online. Proudly Canadian and serving...
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- Location
- Armstrong, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Without an expert SEO partner, your online business risks losing visibility. Your website may fail to rank well in search engine results pages (SERPs), resulting in lower organic traffic and missed opportunities. Moreover, choosing the right SEO Agency in USA or working with a reliable SEO Company in USA...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Rankly Media is a full-service digital marketing agency based in Marrakech, serving clients across Morocco, France, Canada and the UK. We specialise in SEO, Google Ads management, web design and social media marketing for hospitality, e-commerce and professional services businesses. Our data-driven strategies...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- Web Development
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Marrakesh, Morocco
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Dreamy Sites is a WordPress web design and development agency specializing in custom WordPress websites, Elementor design, WooCommerce stores, and SEO-optimized websites that help businesses grow online...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Haslett, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
UIA (Unconventional Internet Access) is a marketing and web design agency focused on turning attention into clients. We help businesses fix whats not working in their website, messaging, and marketing structure. Most of the time, the issue isnt effort its clarity. We simplify, restructure, and optimize so...
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- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- Product Design
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Bucharest, Romania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $69/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
MDM is a digital growth company. We build the systems that let founder-led brands run their own growth.We're not an agency, and we're not here to rent you results month after month. We automate your digitalmarketing by building a growth machine with your name on it. One that catches every follower...
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- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
An independent Framer designer and developer and senior UI/UX product designer based in Dubai, working with SaaS and AI startups worldwide. One accountable expert handles both design and build, so founders skip the usual handoff between a designer and a separate dev team. 75+ products shipped, with Contra...
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- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Branding, Logo Design, Website Design and business growth with digital marketing are our specialties. We believe you can always be better. Whether you are a new or existing business that needs to refresh and grow, we can help you achieve your goals. Let us help you get your brand where you want to be...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Auckland, New Zealand
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Use "Video Content Systems" to transform your social media followers into warm leads and prospects. In 2025, personal branding is what sets the ultra-successful apart from those who fall flat. What would it mean for prospects to show up for your sales calls warm and ready to buy? That's the power of how we...
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- Audio Production
- Web Design
- Content Marketing
- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We're a creative agency, specializing in pinpointing blind spots and creating opportunities for our founder led, direct to consumer partners...
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- Graphic Design
- Product Design
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Metrix helps fast-growing companies scale through web, apps, and systems that remove the guesswork from growth...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Brisbane, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $240/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Studio Lutalica is an award-winning non-profit design studio based in Edinburgh, empowering women and LGBTQ+ communities through innovative branding, web design, and editorial content. We create impactful, inclusive solutions that drive social change and challenge industry norms globally...
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- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Branding
- Web Development
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $130/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Pixel Pixie Designs helps small businesses stand out with bold, strategic web design, power SEO, and branding that actually works. Whether you need a custom site or a budget friendly option, we build high converting websites designed to grow your business...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Miramar, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Senior web development accelerated by AI, backed by 10+ years of expertise...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Novi Sad, Serbia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
The Digi Dame is a Sydney-based branding and design studio. I work with you to bake a brand with bite. For small business in Australia...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Penrith, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We build full-service digital marketing systems focused on lead generation, conversion rate optimization (CRO), and sustainable business growth. Our services combine digital marketing strategy, content marketing, web design and development, and performance marketing to create a results-driven ecosystem. From...
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- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Meta Tech Studioz is a results-driven digital agency specializing in web development, branding, mobile apps, and digital marketing. We blend creativity and technology to craft impactful digital experiences for startups, SMEs, and global enterprises...
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- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Mississauga, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Specialized UX/UI Web Design Agency based in Barcelona.We are an agency specialized in web design, together with our online marketing service we create customized digital solutions to boost your business...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Design Services
- Product Design
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- Location
- Barcelona, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Get More Traffic and Leads With Raleigh's Premier Web Design & Digital Marketing Firm. Call Cardinal Group Marketing Today For a 1 on 1 Consultation With an Experienced Marketing Expert. Get a Free Website Audit. Google Ads Certified...
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- Location
- Durham, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $130/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We Work To Ensure That Your Brand Effectually Reflects Your Companys Identity And Story...
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Teaneck, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a Creative Digital Agency based in Cairo, Egypt. Our aim is to help businesses grow in a fresh new style by providing a wide variety of digital tools and services enabling business owners to be more in control and easily achieve their business goals...
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- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Design Services
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Chicagoweb.com is based in Lakeview Chicago focused on local and US clients for web development and ecommerce...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- PPC
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Welcome to WEBiyan! As a leading web design and development agency, our dedicated team of UI/UX designers, web specialists, and development experts works together to deliver seamless, engaging, and high-impact digital experiences...
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- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Joypurhat, Bangladesh
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Wow Portals is a web design agency that creates stunning, high-performing WordPress websites with no upfront fees. Pay a simple monthly subscription, so your website always stays fast, secure, and up to date. Focus on growing your business while we take care of everything online...
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- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Sofia, Bulgaria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Sliqstudio is recognized as the best web designers in Nigeria and the leading web development company in Lagos, specializing in creating conversion-focused, secure, and lightning-fast websites for businesses in Lagos, Abuja, and nationwide. We turn digital presence into measurable growth. Get a free quote...
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- Software Development
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- Lagos, Nigeria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Haven Media Solutions is an Atlanta-based digital marketing agency that helps businesses strengthen their online presence through smart, focused strategies. Our core services include pay-per-click advertising and custom web design, with every project built around performance, usability, and real business...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Buford, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Terrain is a Denver based branding and web design agency focused on strategic, experience driven work. We build brand identities, custom websites, and visual systems that are clear, scalable, and built to last. From startups to established companies, we help brands define their positioning and create digital...
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- Web Design
- Branding
- Package Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Broomfield, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
JamJo is a multi-disciplinary digital agency based in Cork, Ireland, specializing in web design, web development, and e-commerce solutions. The agency helps businesses grow online by delivering services such as branding, digital marketing, app development, and WordPress hosting. With a team of digital...
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- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Branding
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- Cork, Ireland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At Tendou, we don't just create projects, we create partnerships. We are aligned to help our clients grow, innovate, and generate more revenue!...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Grand Prairie, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Dunsen Design Inc. is a web design and digital marketing company based in West Lafayette, Indiana, serving the Greater Lafayette area and surrounding regions, including Chicagoland. Founded in 2008 by Purdue University graduate Jeff Sunden, the company began with a focus on graphic and web design before...
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- Web Development
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- West Lafayette, Indiana
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $180/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Snow Marketing Collective is a results-driven digital marketing agency helping service-based businesses generate more leads through SEO, paid ads, and high-converting websites. We focus on practical growth strategies that drive real revenue, not vanity metrics. From local SEO to Google and Meta ads, we build...
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- Web Design
- Media Buying
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- Mount Pleasant, South Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Webosentez is a studio in Ankara that designs websites around the brand behind them. We study who you are and who your customers are first, then build a fast, search ready site you can update yourself...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- Ankara, Turkey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Overly Social is a Marketing Agency in Los Angeles and Ventura County. Rated a Top Marketing & Media Company in Westlake Village. We strive in building the most engaging and profitable digital marketing strategies for your brand...
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- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- Advertising
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Westlake Village, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Providing hands-on creative design and marketing management for businesses large or lean. We help your business to grow through thoughtful strategy, digital impact and creative direction...
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- Branding
- Email Marketing
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Subiaco, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a top-tier software development agency committed to creating outstanding web and mobile solutions designed specifically for medium to large-scale businesses. Driven by a passion for transforming ideas into impactful digital solutions, we blend innovative technologies with creative expertise to deliver...
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- Software Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Location
- Lagos, Nigeria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We provide AI driven services for creating applications for the web, iOS, and Android. We offer a one-stop shop where we analyze your needs and design a solution that leverages all three of these key areas...
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- Software Development
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- DevOps Consulting
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Sengunthapuram, India
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Monroe Media Company is a creative web design agency based in North Carolina. We specialize in web design, website maintenance and search engine marketing. We require minimal effort from our clients to deliver an agency experience that's fast to fulfillment with quality proven by our previous work throughout...
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- Digital Services
- Design Services
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Forest City, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Gadya Media has the ability to fulfill all of your specifications and needs. Our staff is committed to providing you with a full suite of services, which includes website design and development in addition to ad placement on the most recent social media platforms. Whether it's search engine optimization (SEO)...
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- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Wayne, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
We design and build fast, SEO-friendly websites and web apps that help small businesses get found, earn trust, and convert more customers...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
FWRD Digital & Product is a creative agency delivering standout design, development, and merchandising services. From branding to full-stack builds and global product launches, we turn ideas into beautifully executed realities fast, flexible, and built to scale...
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- Video Production
- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Growworth Consulting is a branding and marketing firm with a global presence. We collaborate with businesses with a limited focus to mold their narratives so they can flourish and connect with their ideal customers...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Location
- Sarasota, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
French Press Creative is your trusted local creative studio, built on a foundation of warmth, purpose, and storytelling to craft brand experiences that feel welcoming and authentic...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Location
- Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Established in Guadeloupe in 2021, Studio Mélanine is a communications agency dedicated to helping clients bring their projects to life. Backed by a team of diverse and complementary talents, the studio offers comprehensive support across every stage of the creative and strategic process...
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- Package Design
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Location
- Baie-Mahault, Guadeloupe
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Seven Koncepts is a digital services partner built for agencies and brands that want enterprise-level delivery without enterprise overhead. Operating as your offshore team, we provide end-to-end capacity in SEO, content, design, development, and performance marketing integrating directly into your workflows...
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- Web Design
- Location
- Islamabad, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At Creating Space Studio, we are dedicated to providing you with the ultimate creative experience. We transform your ideas into captivating visuals that resonate with your audience and deliver impactful results...
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- Web Design
- Location
- Gurgaon, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
The Dissin Design Team is obsessed with creating smart, functional and beautiful branding packages and websites that help you connect to your target customers. And they do it all with stop-on-a-dime service and without the pageantry and feet-dragging common to most boutique creative agencies. Let's talk about...
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- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Design Services
- Branding
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- Location
- Mission Viejo, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Drealm builds fast, custom websites, e-shops and web platforms for businesses in Estonia, with SEO built in from day one. Fixed price, in writing...
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- Digital Services
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Tallinn, Estonia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
LeadLever Digital is your premier partner in the digital marketing world. Specializing in SEO, PPC, Social Media Marketing, and Web Design, we craft tailored strategies to elevate your online presence and drive results. With a focus on innovation and creativity, our team of experts is dedicated to helping...
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- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Jacksonville, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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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
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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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