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- Brakpan, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $53/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We bring stacks of experience to website design including search engine optimization skills (SEO) and have managed to gain results for clients businesses which provide more opportunities to them as a result. Our main goal is to provide a pleasant experience for potential customers who decide to visit your...
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- Web Design
- Location
- Kingston upon Hull, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Engage Lanka is the creative and marketing department of Softmaster Technologies (Pvt) Ltd. A well established, ISO 9001 certified software company, with over 21 years of experience...
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- Web Design
- Location
- Kandy, Sri Lanka
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Welcome to Mamba Technologies, where innovation, creativity, and technology come together to empower businesses and drive digital transformation. As a team of passionate professionals, we are dedicated to delivering cutting-edge digital solutions that help businesses thrive in the ever-evolving digital...
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- Web Design
- Location
- Nairobi, Kenya
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Design studio «SOLASS» was founded in 2002. The team of our design studio consists of specialists in the field of graphic design, advertising, animation and WEB-programming...
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- Web Design
- Location
- Cherkasy, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Looking for a trustworthy fulfillment partner or want your business to get more scalable? Choose Strategimize for exceptional online marketing results...
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- Web Design
- Location
- Barrie, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Delivix is a dynamic IT Development, Design, and Marketing Agency, dedicated to empowering small businesses worldwide by enhancing their online presence. We specialize in creating innovative, customized digital solutions that drive business success and growth...
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- Web Design
- Location
- Glasgow, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
SaaS International is a top-rated digital marketing, web design, and SEO company in Dubai, UAE. We create modern, responsive websites and deliver data-driven marketing strategies that increase visibility, engagement, and conversions...
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- Web Design
- Location
- Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Harper Creative is a Yorkshire based digital agency delivering web design, branding, and marketing solutions to businesses and organisations across the UK. We create responsive websites, bold brand identities, and SEOdriven campaigns that help clients stand out, connect with audiences, and grow with...
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- Web Design
- Location
- Beverley, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We believe your website should be more than just a digital brochure. At Pixelverse, every site we create is designed around how real people use it and coded from scratch to make it faster, stronger, and more reliable than template-built alternatives...
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- Web Design
- Location
- Cliffside Park, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We are a web design agency that provide website design and website development services. We design and develop bespoke websites that convert, impress and drive real business results. We provide SEO services to ensure your site ranks higher in search results, driving more organic traffic to your business...
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- Web Design
- Location
- Dublin, Ireland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Triger Media is an Oklahoma City based digital media agency helping businesses and nonprofits grow through websites, social media, and practical content strategy...
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- Web Design
- Location
- Midwest City, Oklahoma
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Tailored web design, responsive development, and SEO-focused optimization in webflow ord wordpress. As a web designer in Nuremberg, we'll guide you from the initial concept to the finished website, creating solutions that perfectly suit you and your business...
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- Web Design
- Location
- Nuremberg, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $55/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Surreal Marketing Services is a Utah web design team building premium websites, apps, and local SEO for businesses that want more calls and a stronger first impression. Get a custom website for as low as $750, and get a free working demo before you buy! We also price match with any agency quote!...
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- Web Design
- Location
- Cedar City, Utah
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Growpixel is a creative design and development agency dedicated to helping brands transform ideas into powerful digital experiences. Specializing in modern design, user-centric interfaces, and seamless development, Growpixel blends aesthetics with performance to deliver stunning websites, apps, and digital...
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- Web Design
- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Above Web Design provides complete web solutions, helping businesses launch and grow on WordPress from start to finish. Our developers create fully customized websites, while our marketing team drives measurable growth through data-driven SEO and digital strategies. Whether you need web design or SEO services...
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- Web Design
- Location
- Fort Lauderdale, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
AMZPics is a specialized media agency focused on Amazon product photography, A+ content, video production, and listing optimization. Their goal is to help brands stand out visually and achieve measurable improvements in conversion rates...
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- Web Design
- Location
- Paphos, Cyprus
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
NetChimp is an Aberdeen-based web design and SEO agency helping businesses turn online traffic into real enquiries. Founded in 2011, we specialise in WordPress websites, local SEO and AI-informed search strategies that improve visibility, performance and conversion. We work with SMEs, trades and professional...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- Location
- Aberdeen, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
HighOnRank is a UK-based digital marketing agency specializing in website design, Shopify and WordPress development, SEO, eCommerce solutions, and creative graphic design. We help startups and established brands grow their online presence with tailored, result-driven strategies. Whether you need a...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- North Shields, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Igniting Business offers web design, search engine optimization (SEO) services, and marketing that are all developed with the needs of small companies in mind. From our location in Lee's Summit, Missouri, our well regarded firm provides services to customers all across the country...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- AEO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Peculiar, Missouri
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $145/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
VENTR is a digital solutions agency that helps businesses grow through custom web design and development, automation, and strategic consulting. With a focus on creating responsive, sales-optimized websites, VENTR combines creative design with technological expertise to enhance online presence and drive...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Location
- Ocala, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
A-WD is a web development studio based in Thessaloniki, Greece, serving small businesses across the UK and Europe since 2017. We build custom WordPress websites, WooCommerce e-shops, and bespoke plugins always from scratch, never from templates. Every project is handled directly by an experienced developer...
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- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Kalamaria Municipality, Greece
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
SEO7 is a Valencia-based web studio with an engineer's approach: we build websites, custom platforms, AI agents and automation and we make sure they're found not only on Google, but inside ChatGPT, Perplexity, Gemini and Claude. Most studios optimize for search engines. We optimize for how AI reads...
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- AEO
- AI Development
- SEO
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Torrent, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
We provide Web Design Canberra solutions that are designed to make your business succeed, bring in local customers, and do it all looking great...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Jerrabomberra, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Loclweb specializes in creating custom and affordable WordPress websites for local small businesses. It offers comprehensive small business website design, hosting, and management services, ensuring that your website is fast and mobile-friendly...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Logo Design
- SEO
- Location
- Lincoln, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
American Web Coders, a US-based dental website design and development company, specializes in creating SEO-friendly websites with captivating UI/UX. As a full-service agency, we offer digital strategy, web design, development, and content creation, ensuring an impactful and engaging online presence...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Logo Design
- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
A partner that delivers fast, professional results, without the complexity, contracts or headaches that come with traditional web development...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Location
- Jefferson, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Hungry Bull is a results-driven web design and digital marketing agency helping ambitious brands grow through strategy, creativity, and data. We craft high-performing websites and campaigns that rank, convert, and scale specializing in web design, Google Ads, social media, automation, lead generation, and...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Canberra, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We are a team of multi-talented people with the experience and knowledge to help you grow your business online through video production, digital advertising, search optimization, website design and artificial intelligence...
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- Video Production
- Web Design
- SEO
- AI Development
- Web Development
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- Location
- Langley, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Discover unparalleled digital solutions tailored for Australian SMBs! With 7 years of expertise and a dedicated in-house team, we offer fixed-price website design and result-guaranteed SEO services. Transform your online presence confidently with our proven track record in Australian markets. Contact us today...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Drummoyne, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Techwhizz is a professional website development, mobile application and digital marketing company. Our mission is to provide our valuable global customers with customer-centric, result-oriented, cost-competitive, innovative and functional IT solutions. To help our customers bring high-quality services to the...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Mobile App Development
- Logo Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Boca Raton, Florida
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Thrasher Design Studio a creative studio focused on brand development, visual positioning, and the marketing that brings it to life...
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- Web Design
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Logo Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Marina del Rey, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Flint Digital is a growth marketing agency that helps brands scale with data-driven strategies, growth audits, and revenue-focused marketing systems...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Web Development
- CRO
- Media Buying
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- Location
- Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Web Ultimax is a Dubai-focused web design, SEO and digital marketing agency helping UAE businesses build fast websites, rank higher on Google, generate leads and grow with digital strategy, AI automation, CRM and ERP solutions...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
GVD Studio is a design and web development studio based in São Paulo, Brazil, specializing in performance-driven websites for sports brands. The studio combines strategy, user experience (UX), design, and development to create digital experiences that reflect brand identity and support business objectives...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Design Services
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Sao Paulo, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Seonet is a global digital marketing agency that helps brands grow by combining data, technology, and creativity to deliver measurable results. Our team develops tailored strategies across SEO, online advertising, social media, content, and analytics to maximize visibility, attract qualified traffic, and...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
IPIX Tech services is one of the top web development company in India & USA with professional web developers & designers to build an custom website development, wordpress development and ecommerce development...
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- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Calicut, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Based in Denver, we help small businesses, creatives, and personal brands bring their unique visions to life in the digital space. Our approach is rooted in genuine partnership, built on trust and mutual understanding...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We connect your business to your ideal customers through SEO optimised websites made to capture quality leads...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- CRO
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- Location
- Auckland, New Zealand
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
A IT Consulting Firm Specialized in Designing/Redesigning & Developing Websites, E-commerce Stores, Content Writing & Quality Assurance Services...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Newark, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
AZBrand is a digital solutions provider specializing in WordPress plugins, website optimization, and automation tools. Focused on performance and innovation, AZBrand delivers custom solutions for businesses seeking efficiency, security, and seamless integrations...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- eCommerce
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Calgary, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
We help business owners build beautiful, authentic brands & professional websites without the overwhelm. Our systemized approach makes building a brand an easy, accessible, and enjoyable experience! We can help you attract the right audience by strategically guiding you thru the creation of your brand...
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- Package Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Top notch talent for migrating dated websites to new platforms along with best in class website designers and developers. Blue Diamond Webs is a results focused team that delivers brilliant eye catching designs, advanced SEO services, and support. What matters most? Quality! Our motto? Only one rule in...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- SEO
- Email Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Ellenton, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
We help independent hotels increase direct bookings, reduce OTA commission, and build digital marketing that compounds over time. SEO, Google Ads, Meta Ads, GEO, and hotel website design. Google Verified Agency. Run by people who have actually managed hotels...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Web Design
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Bicester, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
KS Global is the fastest-growing digital marketing companies in Malaysia. KS Global offers effective, fast consults on web designing and SEO options, working closely with its clientele to cater to their every need. Every client is treated to their unique needs to ensure full potential of their online...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Branding
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- Location
- Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We provide services in Website Development, Mobile App Development, Custom Software Development and Digital Marketing. Free consultation for any service is available. We have ready-made solutions for a variety of industries, including e-commerce, healthcare, and car dealerships, etc...
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- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- Graphic Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Mohali, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 19 Projects Listed
Awebstar is a leading web design & development company in Singapore. Focusing on delivering high-quality solutions, we specialise in web design, e-commerce development, mobile app development, digital marketing, search engine optimization, and management software solutions...
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- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Singapore, Singapore
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Ijjad is a web design, development, SEO, mobile app, and AI MVP agency in Amman serving Jordan, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, and the GCC. We build conversion-focused, bilingual Arabic/English websites, e-commerce stores, and apps, with 20+ products shipped for 10+ Saudi ministries...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- SEO
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Amman, Jordan
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- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
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- Location
- Tirana, Albania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Founded in 1997, Omni Search Labs pairs senior SEO with web developers on every site. We deliver SEvO (Search Everywhere Optimization) so buyers find you across AI search, Google, and Bing. Work directly with senior specialists through fixed-price managed services with no retainers...
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- Location
- East Providence, Rhode Island
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
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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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