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Superba Media is a boutique web agency with offices in Locarno, Switzerland, and Genoa, Italy. Founded in 2016, we blend Swiss precision with Italian creativity to deliver exceptional web design and digital marketing services. Our core offerings include visually compelling, user-friendly website creation...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Locarno, Switzerland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At Optican Edge, were committed to delivering strategies that grow your brand, attract the right audience, and create measurable results because when you succeed, so do we. We craft marketing strategies that blend creativity, data, and innovation to deliver exceptional results. At Optican Edge, digital...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Santa Monica, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Where creativity meets performance in web design and development. We craft websites that seamlessly unite stunning design with powerful functionalitydelivering results that consistently exceed client expectations...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Video Production
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- Location
- Hatfield, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We design thoughtful, performance-focused websites that build trust, improve visibility, and support long-term growth so your business can move forward with confidence...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Logo Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
BizStarter is an Australian web design company that helps tradies and service-based businesses launch professional, lead-generating websites without the high costs typically associated with agencies. The company focuses on building simple, practical websites that make it easy for customers to understand...
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- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Perth, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $55/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Suncoast Local is a boutique web design and digital marketing company specializing in custom-built websites for small businesses across Florida's Suncoast region. The company develops high-performance, AI-ready websites engineered for speed, search visibility, and lead generation using custom PHP instead of...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Digital Strategy
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Sarasota, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Enterprise Srl è una società italiana fondata nel 2004 con sede a Roè Volciano (Brescia), sul Lago di Garda, specializzata in software per la sicurezza informatica e la compliance normativa. I prodotti principali Business LOG per il log management, DPO Privacy Suite per la gestione GDPR e DVR Suite per la...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Roe', Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
NEUTRL Studio is a leading web design company in Singapore renowned for developing beautiful, results-driven websites built on WordPress, Shopify and Webflow. The scope typically involves UI/UX design, frontend development, mobile optimisation, content management system (CMS) integration, content writing, QA...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Singapore, Singapore
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Interactive games and gamification services that help brands capture attention, increase engagement, and create memorable digital experiences...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- VR/AR
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- Location
- Tripoli, Lebanon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Aspire Website Designs - Where Creativity Meets Strategy! We are a team of creative thinkers and problem solvers dedicated to expanding the possibilities of website design and development. With a strategic approach, human-centered experiences, and a focus on creative innovation, we help brands achieve their...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Location
- Bakersfield, California
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At Grizzlink, they combine evidence-based marketing strategies, contemporary technological tools, and effective advertising platforms to deliver measurable results. This agency was founded by experienced professionals who have dedicated years to the fields of marketing and advertising, driven by a commitment...
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- Advertising
- Web Design
- Location
- Prague, Czech Republic
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Nagaloka is dedicated to enhancing your online presence by vividly showcasing your business's personality. They specialize in creating engaging user experiences that reflect your brand's purpose and values, ensuring long-term success in attracting and retaining clients...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Location
- Cremlingen, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
It Just So Happens is a global remote digital agency thriving on creativity and boldness. Our accredited team exceeds expectations with fearless communication and innovative solutions. We deeply understand our clients, ensuring genuine connections and clear, accessible communication worldwide...
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- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Branding
- Public Relations
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Multi-award-winning digital marketing agency. We create commercially-focused digital marketing campaigns designed to help you reach your KPIs and maximise ROI...
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- Digital Marketing
- Digital Strategy
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Leicester, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We make design easy and flexible for tech startups.At 23harmony, we get the hustle of the tech world. Our subscription model gives you top-notch design help whenever you need it...
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- Design Services
- Product Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Business Consulting
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- Location
- Gandia, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
SoftwareOrbits builds custom web, mobile and AI-powered software solutions that help businesses scale and accelerate digital growth...
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- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- AI Development
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- Location
- Newark, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We craft brand and corporate communications that enhance interactions and reinforce positive attributes, empowering businesses with strategic advantages through research, visualization, and collaboration...
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- Branding
- Package Design
- Video Production
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Performance marketing services for SMEs and Brands. We work hard to develop digital marketing strategies that solve problems for our clients and deliver against their marketing and sales goals...
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- Digital Services
- Creative Services
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
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- Location
- Leeds, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Webosition helps businesses stand out in crowded markets through strategic digital positioning. From brand strategy and website development to SEO, AI visibility, and reputation management, we create digital experiences that attract and convert...
Top Services:
- Business Consulting
- SEO
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Market Research
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- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At EpicEdits, we dont treat clients like numbers. Were selective about who we work with because were all-in on delivering real results not vague reports or buzzword promises.We specialise in SEO for the Aviation industry and Private Charter...
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- SEO
- Web Design
- PPC
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000

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Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Captivate, Engage & Convert with BetterOffServiceEvery visual element about your brand tells a compelling story that resonates with the needs of your target audience, and ignites a desire to connect, at BetterOffService, we make it a reality for all brands...
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Video Production
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Lagos, Nigeria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Pixelmojo is an AI product studio in Makati, Philippines. We get B2B brands cited by ChatGPT, Claude, Perplexity, and Gemini (Radar), build AI products clients own (Vector, Hive), and ship brand systems and growth retainers for B2B SaaS...
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- AI Development
- AEO
- SEO
- Software Development
- Web Development
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- Location
- Makati, Philippines
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $95/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are a small, dedicated team, offering SEO consultancy, SEO audits, web design and translation. We have helped clients generate millions of monthly visits with a data-driven approach and creative strategy and would love to do the same for you...
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- SEO
- Digital Strategy
- Business Consulting
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Loscoe, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At BitBreeze, we help organizations thrive through intelligent, scalable, and people-focused technology solutions that drive real impact. By blending deep technical expertise with strategic thinking, we create digital experiences that go beyond aesthetics built to perform, grow, and evolve...
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- VR/AR
- DevOps Consulting
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Yerevan, Armenia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
GaeaPeople helps business leaders evaluate AI, digital strategy and governance before investing in technology. The focus is not adopting more tools, but making better decisions with the ones organizations already have...
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- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Barcelona, Spain
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We believe the best creative outcomes are built on clear thinking. Every project begins by understanding the business, the audience and the problem before exploring the solution. Guided by our ethos. Creativity through logic. Progress over process. Design without ego. We create brands, digital experiences and...
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- Branding
- WordPress Website Design
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Perth, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $210/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
O2 Media LLC offers comprehensive digital marketing solutions in New York, USA, including graphic design (logo, UI/UX, marketing), digital marketing (PPC, email, social media), development (mobile app, web, CRM), and New York SEO services (local, e-commerce, GMB optimization). Their focus is on elevating...
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- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- SEO
- PPC
- eCommerce
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
At Visu Elly Defined, we turn DIY branding and websites into polished, strategic designs that help entrepreneurs attract the right clients. Your vision is brought to life through collaboration, creativity, and strategy so your brand not only looks good but feels right for your business...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Location
- Colchester, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Hey, my name is Ray! If I'm not out exploring it, im probably drawing it.I specialise in branding and illustration grounded in nature, adventure and board culture. Ive worked with surf, skate and eco-lifestyle clients to bring wildlife, coastlines, mountains and movement into their visual identity...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Location
- Exeter, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Krentz Creative Co. is the design studio of Steve Krentz, a freelance graphic designer based in Calgary, Alberta. Specializing in branding and graphic design, we craft impactful and creative brand identities, helping small to medium-sized businesses gain visibility...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Calgary, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Gridwork is an Asheville SEO Agency dedicated to helping home service contractors and other service pros get more calls and leads from customers they love working with...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
- PPC
- Web Design
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- Location
- Andrews, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Market Prism Team is a results driven digital marketing agency helping businesses grow their online presence and achieve measurable success. We specialize in strategic SEO, targeted advertising, performance marketing, social media management and conversion focused web development. Using a data driven approach...
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- Web Development
- PPC
- SEO
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Based in Kolkata, we are here with the services of web development, digital marketing, UI/UX design, app development, product strategy, and data analytics. Our primary goal is to serve our clients through solutions based on knowledge, logic, and creativity...
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- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- AEO
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- Location
- Kolkata, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
There is no single measure to define what we do and how we do it. Each of our propositions are unique to each business. What is ever unchanged is our ethics. It has been many years and will continue to be many more years of our adherence to best practices...
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- Web Design
- Location
- Solan, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Specialising in WordPress to design & build outstanding websites that convert visitors into customers...
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- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Bristol, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
From PHP to VB to Next.js, we use the right tools to turn big ideas into clean, clever and scalable digital experiences. Oh and we're from the city that brought you Tortellini, so yes we know a thing or two about good taste...
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- Software Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
- CRM Consulting
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- Location
- Bologna, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Supporting visionary entrepreneurs in travel & hospitality, as well as heart-led coaches, consultants, and other service providers with impactful brand presence through strategic design services...
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
BetterX Worldwide is a purpose-driven growth agency recognized for its exceptional digital marketing services. Founded in 2020, the agency helps businesses accelerate growth through tailored strategies in social media marketing, PPC, SEO, content marketing, and more...
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- Digital Marketing
- Digital Services
- Creative Services
- Digital Strategy
- Branding
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Named Best Independent Agency of the Year at the European Agency Awards 2025, we are a full service brand and performance marketing agency working with a variety of clients across fifteen industries.Arke Agency is a full service marketing agency based in Brighton, specialising in Brand and Performance...
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- PPC
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- eCommerce
- Branding
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- Location
- Brighton, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Zwebra is a creative digital agency founded back in 2009 by four enthusiasts. Through the years, we've been growing steadily and now have over 25 specialists working for us in two offices in Canada and one in Ukraine...
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- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Bluegrey Technologies is a one-stop web development and IT solutions and services company. With an experience of over 5 years in the IT industry and having worked with over 800+ clients, we have consistently established ourselves as the providers of the most innovative, eye catchy and comprehensive web...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Charlotte, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We help brands stand out with creative strategies rooted in real data. From performance-focused ad campaigns to eye-catching design and smart digital planning, we craft solutions that move the needle. Our fully remote team, based in El Salvador, partners with businesses worldwide delivering high-impact...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
- Branding
- SEO
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- Location
- San Salvador, El Salvador
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are strategic thinkers building AI-ready platforms that scale, engineered for security, performance, and long-term growth. At InfoSparkles, we design and deliver digital solutions with purpose...
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- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Indore, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Con Kalma Studio: Your Digital Growth Partners. Elevate your online presence with our expert team specializing in bespoke website design, SEO strategies, and transformative digital solutions. Embrace innovation with Con Kalma, where creativity meets functionality for a dynamic, modern, and user-centric...
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- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
- Digital Strategy
- Location
- SĂ¡mara, Costa Rica
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Always attempted to perceive the order of the world, time, and space through the transformation of language, consciousness, space, and narrative while exploring the possibilities of self-identity...
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- Print Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Hoops is a 360-degree marketing communication agency that determines the right channels for brands and reaches target audiences with the right marketing fictions...
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Video Production
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Istanbul, Turkey
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Digital Marketing agency with focus on paid advertising, conversion optimization, and content/inbound marketing. Our strategy and positioning services are designed to help businesses cover a plethora of marketing channels with focus on efficiency, growth, and brand building...
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- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- CRO
- Branding
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Moinești, Romania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Innovative and creative web design for every industry and sector. We bring the power of creative design into your workflow so you can kick back and relax while we manage the entire process for you. Make us your allies and elevate your online presence today!...
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- Graphic Design
- Reputation Management
- Digital Strategy
- Logo Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Brandon, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Laura Parenti is a Digital Marketing and User Experience Design agency based in Italy. We design apps, develop web interfaces and websites, and craft experiences on and off line that make people fall in love with your brand - building trust beyond reason...
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- Branding
- Print Design
- SEO
- Design Services
- Public Relations
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- Location
- Signa, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We help your business shine where it matters most: right in your community, attracting customers who are ready to act. We empower U.S.-based small businesses to dominate their local markets through expert marketing solutions that enhance visibility and drive results...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- 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:Â
- Custom website design tailored to your brand and goalsÂ
- Responsive web design to ensure the site works on desktop, tablet, and mobileÂ
- UI/UX design to make the site easy to useÂ
- Website development to turn designs into functional websitesÂ
- Landing page design for campaigns and conversionsÂ
- Website redesign to improve outdated or underperforming sitesÂ
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. Â
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.Â
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.Â
- Simple brochure website (1 to 5 pages): 1 to 2 weeks Â
- Small business website (5 to 15 pages, blog, forms): 4 to 8 weeks Â
- eCommerce website (standard features, 10 to 100 products): 8 to 16 weeks Â
- Large-scale custom website (bespoke features, integrations): 4 to 6+ monthsÂ
- Custom web application: 6 to 12+ months Â
Most delays come from two things: missing content (copy, images, product data) and an unclear scope that expands during the web design project. Â
If content is ready and approvals are fast, timelines compress. If content is late and feedback is slow, timelines stretch.Â
What are the hidden costs of web design?
Hidden web design costs usually show up in two phases: before launch and after launch.Â
Pre-launch hidden costsÂ
- Stock photos, fonts, and premium plugins (one-time fees plus renewals)Â
- Scope creep and extra revisions beyond what the contract includesÂ
- Content creation (copywriting, product descriptions, graphics)Â
- Content migration from an old site (formatting, redirects, image cleanup)Â
- Integrations (CRM, booking, payments, analytics) that require extra setup and testingÂ
Post-launch hidden costsÂ
- Web hosting and domain renewal (often increases as traffic grows)Â
- SSL certificate upgrades for ecommerce or higher trust requirementsÂ
- Website maintenance and security (updates, backups, monitoring, fixes)Â
- Email hosting (Google Workspace or Microsoft 365 per user)Â
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.Â
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.Â
| 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:Â
- Structure and site designÂ
- Visual hierarchy and interface clarityÂ
- User experience and UX designÂ
- Mobile and responsive designÂ
- Conversion-focused landing page designÂ
Web development's main focus:Â
- Coding and website developmentÂ
- Front-end implementation (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)Â
- Back-end systems and databasesÂ
- Integrations, security, and performanceÂ
- CMS setup and custom functionalityÂ
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.


















































