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Uistudioz is a Webflow Development Agency specializing in Webflow design, development, and Figma to Webflow solutions...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Digital Marketing
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
A magnificent team with the firepower brands require to offer an unforgettable customer experience. We craft spectacular high-end brand identities that have substance and impact that entails ripple effects. Our approach is a human-centric drive with strategically formulated laser-focused solutions that...
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- Product Design
- Branding
- Web Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Moscow, Russia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
The race is on. We make B2B brands visible in LLMs like ChatGPT and Google's AI Overviews to capture high-buyer-intent traffic. We combine meaningful data, AI automation, and smart strategy to eliminate guesswork and drive results faster...
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- SEO
- CRO
- Content Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Bremerton, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $235/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
High-quality branding, UI/UX, web and go-to-market design for SaaS, Web3, and Education. Fast turnaround and affordable pricing for startup founders that move fast. Tribe is a senior design team with art direction embedded into your workflow. Product, web, marketing, and brand designs, all shipped through one...
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- UI/UX Design
- Design Services
- Product Design
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Stack Decode was founded as a web design and development company in India by Anmol Verma after 9 years of delivering web and mobile development projects under his previous studio. Today, we work as a trusted web development agency for direct clients and as a white-label development partner for agenc...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Software Development
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Panchkula, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
We comprise a dynamic, expanding, and exceptionally proficient assembly of Developers, Web Designers, Project Managers, Content Marketers, and Website Architects. Through innovative thinking, we imbue each IT Product with an agile guarantee of optimal user experience, affirming our commitment to transcending...
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- eCommerce Development
- Software Development
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
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- Location
- Thiruvananthapuram, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Lieder Digital is a digital agency for small brands that don't want to stay small. We focus on helping small companies, organizations and nonprofits grow their revenue, sales, and profits through harnessing the power of the internet...
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- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Sheridan, Wyoming
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At 1MDE, we work with you to develop a successful lead or sales generation platform. Our team of strategists, SEO specialists, designers, developers, and marketers help develop an upscale and modern website that utilizes the latest trends in video production to make unique company branding. We are committed...
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- Branding
- Public Relations
- Video Production
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Through custom no code applications automations and digital marketing, we help companies accomplish more in less time and smaller teams...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- AI Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Middletown, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
ZAGROZA is a full-cycle web development agency creating custom digital products for startups, established businesses, and growing teams. We design and develop SaaS platforms, marketplaces, e-commerce solutions, corporate websites, dashboards, and internal systems. Our team covers the entire processfrom...
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- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Software Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Tallinn, Estonia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Saffron Tech is a digital transformation company that delivers scalable web, mobile, and AI solutions tailored to drive measurable business outcomes across industries...
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- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
- eCommerce
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- Location
- Newark, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Looking to get more patients booking appointments at your medicinal practice? The Medically - #1 recommended medical marketing agency in NY, NJ and PA provides human-only medical SEO and web development services. No AI slop, just 25+ years of expertise...
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- SEO
- AEO
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Vernon Township, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Locals Talk is a modern digital marketing agency offering tailored strategies to elevate businesses in competitive markets. From SEO and PPC to content creation and social media, the agency provides comprehensive solutions to help clients maximize their return on investment. Backed by a global network of...
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- Content Marketing
- PPC
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Dots and Coms is a digital solutions company focused on helping businesses grow through technology and creativity. We specialize in web development, e-commerce, mobile apps, branding, SEO, digital marketing, and cloud hosting. We create scalable, user-focused modern digital solutions...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Vadodara, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Talentelgia is a renowned IT consulting company in India, with a global presence primarily in the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, and the United Arab Emirates...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- AI Development
- Blockchain
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Mohali, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We Are top rated search engine optimization SEO agancy in the USA. We are providing the best Digital Marketing Services. SEO, PPC Management, Local Seo Services. etc...
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- Web Development
- PPC
- SEO
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We help businesses identify their goals and provide creative and strategic solutions. Looking good is one thing but what clients need is results that bring in business leads...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Birmingham, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At Sipod Software, we assist and guide you throughout the entire software development process. Our services encompass business analysis, aiding in the definition of a functional specification, and providing support during development...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Testing
- Software Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Belgrade, Serbia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Masters Development Network and Solutions (MSDN Solutions) is a Web Development and Marketing company providing Web and Software Services, Graphic Design and Printing Solutions, and all Marketing needs to enterprises and more specifically to startup companies across the world...
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- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- SEO
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Thousand Oaks, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
IT IDOL Technologies is a custom software development company specializing in custom software development services, custom AI solutions development, and product engineering. Hire dedicated software developers to build scalable, high-performance solutions that drive innovation and business growth...
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- AI Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Valsad, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Lean on the experience of our specialists in programming, design and digital marketing...
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- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Prešov, Slovakia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Xtreme is a versatile design house known for its commitment to delivering unique and creative design solutions across various IT services including websites, logos, applications, animations, and stationery. The team at Xtreme embodies a lifestyle of innovation and collaboration, making it easy and enjoyable...
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- PPC
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Software Development
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
As your marketing team, we offer data-driven solutions to distinguish your value and reach potential customers. From bespoke web design and app development, to comprehensive social media marketing and branding services, we focus on your marketing so you can focus on what your company does best...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- SEO
- Web Design
- Video Production
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- Location
- Petah Tikva, Israel
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Kamil Ussat is a professional IT company delivering end-to-end web solutions. From modern, responsive design to complex custom development. Our team of experts can handle any challenge with confidence while combining creativity with technical excellence to build scalable, reliable, and user-focused digital...
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- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Ashgabat, Turkmenistan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We're a full service digital product team, specialising in the design of complex web applications for the construction, life sciences, manufacturing and fintech industries. We focus on usability and have honed processes that enable rapid, low waste, iterative designs...
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- UI/UX Design
- Product Design
- Design Services
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $110/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Hasnify is a strategic branding and digital design studio focused on helping businesses build clear, memorable brands and intuitive digital experiences. Its approach is centered on the principle of clarity, with an emphasis on making brands easy to understand rather than following short-lived design trends...
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- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Sheridan, Wyoming
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
VYNOXE is an AI-powered digital agency helping small and medium businesses in Europe, the US, and the UAE grow faster through intelligent web design, SEO, local SEO, AI automation, CRM setup, Google Ads, reputation management, and e-commerce development. Founded in 2026 and operating from Munich, Germany...
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Munich, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Responsive Dev is a freelance front-end development service led by Jim, a senior engineer specializing in fast, reliable fixes for websites and applications. With over 12 years of experience working with organizations such as the World Health Organization, World Economic Forum, and UK public sector teams, Jim...
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- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- Design Services
- Web Design
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- Location
- Brighton, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Quantum 3 Studio builds AI voice agents, websites and custom software that help service businesses win more customers without hiring more staff. Our AI receptionists answer and book calls around the clock, our custom CRMs cut hours of admin down to minutes, and our websites are built to convert. We work with...
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- AI Development
- Web Development
- Software Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Woking, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We provide high-quality software, web design, database solutions, and IT services...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Tirana, Albania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
GBL Technologies helps businesses grow with innovative digital, AI, marketing, and technology solutions...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Design Services
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Spring, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $500/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
GrowME Marketing is a highly rated, award-winning full-service agency based in Calgary, Alberta, supporting clients across Canada. The team is focused on delivering strong, measurable results while providing a cost-effective alternative to building an in-house marketing team...
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- Digital Services
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Calgary, Canada
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Shaping brand experiences across digital and physical spaces, Horizium is a London and Essex brand agency specialising in brand identity, web design, SEO, digital marketing, and visual branding. We create clear brand systems, high-performing websites, and search strategies that improve visibility...
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- Branding
- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
- Public Relations
- Web Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Some Say Studio is a creative design and marketing agency based between Stockholm and Mumbai. Blending strategy with soul, we help brands tell their stories with clarity, creativity, and intention...
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- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Stockholm, Sweden
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
HKO Agency is a strategic creative partner for B2B, SaaS, and professional services brands. We build cohesive brand systems, high-impact visual identities, and scalable digital experiences that connect strategy to execution. Our team delivers brand strategy, UI/UX design, websites, content systems...
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- Branding
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Asunción, Paraguay
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Persist Designs is the Design Partner for founders. We embed with early-stage teams to ship brand systems, websites, pitch decks, and product UI that close rounds and convert customers. 60+ companies trust us to move at founder speed without compromising craft. From zero-to-one MVPs to growth-stage...
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- Product Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Elevate your brand with innovative and creative branding designs by Prettify Creative. Boost your business with our expert website design and development, innovative branding, and results-driven digital marketing services...
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- Logo Design
- Web Development
- Software Development
- SEO
- Web Design
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- Location
- Gurgaon, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Tibicle is a human-sized team of developers and innovative people devoted to creating beautiful, useful, and feature-packed stuff with the latest technologies...
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- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- AI Development
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
A B2B SaaS Digital Marketing Agency With Expertise in SEO, GEO, PPC all combined under our trademarked Inbound Engine brand...
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- PPC
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- CRO
- Web Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a Philadelphia creative agency driving conversion for purpose-driven B2B and service businesses through brand-led design and visual media...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a company driven by innovation, performance, and agile delivery, offering end-to-end information technology solutions through a consultative and customized approach...
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- Graphic Design
- Product Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Belo Horizonte, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Metabrand is a startup branding agency helping Tech, Fintech, SaaS, and AI startups in the US, UK, and EU launch strong and scale fast...
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- Design Services
- Digital Services
- Logo Design
- Product Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Limassol, Cyprus
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Elev8d is a founder led digital marketing agency built for businesses tired of the usual agency runaround. We do SEO, Google Ads, web design and paid social with no lock-in contracts, no jargon and no vanity metrics. You deal directly with senior people doing the work and get reporting tied to real revenue...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Melbourne, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
HRZN® is a strategic branding agency, creating future-focused brands that solve today's problems while preparing for tomorrow...
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- Branding
- Design Services
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Povio is a company that is based in San Francisco and specializes in designing and developing digital products that make a positive impact. With over 1000 successful projects delivered and a team of over 200 skilled professionals, we have collaborated with multinational companies like VW, unicorns such as...
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- Product Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
The Saint is an Audience Focused, Design led Digital Agency.We are a team of Growth Gurus with supernatural powers of Digital, Design and Branding We specialize in making brands matter by crafting unique and highly effective solutions to todays most complex sales and marketing challenges...
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Design Services
- Logo Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Melbourne, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Unify Wizards stands out among the best digital marketing agencies in the UK. At our company, we offer comprehensive digital marketing services to help businesses of all sizes reach their marketing goals. There are several types of digital marketing, such as SEO, PPC, Social Media, Content Marketing, Email...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Stafford, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Miraca, a London-based creative and IT agency, empowers brands to elevate their visibility, add value to their offerings, and drive digital transformation across diverse industries including e-commerce, pharmaceuticals, fashion, and tech startups. Through strategic solutions, we enable businesses to thrive in...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a Webflow-focused agency that specializes in creating intuitive, high-converting websites. Our team combines beautiful UI/UX design, smooth development, and smart SEO strategies to create websites that don't just look amazing but actually help your business grow...
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- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Design Services
- Digital Services
- Web Design
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- Location
- Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
VENRUP connects startups and enterprises with the top 1% remote talent in 24 hours. Create or augment existing teams fast with vetted talent...
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- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Design Services
- Product Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/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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