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Shane Almgren Multimedia & Entertainment is a specialized creative design studio based in Nashville, TN.Being a "boutique" studio means we're intentionally small, stylish (at least by dictionary standards), and focused on delivering tailored, high-quality work...
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- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Logo Design
- Print Design
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- Nashville, Tennessee
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $105/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
we build brands, website and digital experince...
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- Digital Services
- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Abuja (F.c.t.), Nigeria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Bespoke AI solutions for business owners who are ready to build, not just learn.Stop learning about AI. Start building with it.You own it.No subscriptions. No lock-in. No black box...
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- Digital Services
- Web Design
- CRM Consulting
- IT Compliance Solution
- IT Services
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- Location
- South Morang, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Pavan Java Studio is a Mumbai-based branding and creative agency that helps businesses strengthen brand visibility, improve communication consistency, and enhance market perception through strategic design. The studio specializes in branding, packaging, campaign design, marketing communications, digital...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects 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
Outside Minds Creative is a branding and graphic design studio for companies working to solve the climate crisis. We hand-craft strategically driven brand identities and marketing collateral that not only look incredible, but solve business problems. We aim to be a partner in your business to help you become...
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- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $165/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Rabbit Studio is strategic branding studio specializing in naming, brand identity, websites, graphic design services, and marketing...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Martin, Slovakia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Software development company in India building NBFC lending software (LOS/LMS), custom CRM, custom ERP, mobile apps and websites. 10+ years, 100+ in-house team, 500+ projects across 10+ countries...
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- Software Development
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Gurgaon, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Ninetyseven Infotech is a premier WordPress and Shopify agency, delivering innovative web design, development, and marketing solutions. With a skilled team specializing in UI/UX, SEO, and custom e-commerce solutions, they empower businesses across industries like agriculture, healthcare, and e-commerce to...
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- Web Design
- Location
- Surat, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Teknoppy a leading web design company in Kochi crafts custom, mobile-responsive websites that engage users and drive conversions. Experience creative design backed by technical expertise...
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- Web Design
- Location
- Kochi, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
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
WP Ninja Infotech is an established in 2023 and our office is situated in Navi Mumbai, India. We provide full range of Website services to grow your business...
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- Web Design
- Location
- Navi Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We are providing web design and web development services. We love what we do and that is why you are going to love our service. As a result, The VA Solutions is a leading company for web design Services & web development Services. A professional team who can understand the need and deliver more than...
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- Web Design
- Location
- Jhang, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Webguard Info Solutions,The best website designing company in Kanpur, India. If you are looking to grow your business with a remarkable website, your search ends here With over 15 years of experience, we specialize in website designing, SEO, digital marketing, web development, Google Ads, Facebook Ads...
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- Web Design
- Location
- Kanpur, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Hey there! We are Marimoestudio, a that specializes in innovative design solutions, blending strategy and creativity to bring brands to life-based in Guadalajara, México...
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- Package Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Guadalajara, Mexico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Responsive Marketing specializes in promoting brands and products by developing ethical campaigns and designing dynamic, responsive websites. Their approach seamlessly integrates various aspects of organic communication while tracking and evaluating the effectiveness of their strategies...
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- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Itanhaém, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
GhostID
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.GhostID is built for those who are truly passionate about branding. We take care of the visual execution of your projects with efficiency, discretion, and precisionallowing you to concentrate on strategy and client relationships...
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- Print Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Campinas, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At Cite we help clients with complex brand, marketing and UX challenges to break through barriers and achieve their goals. Our systematic approach brings clarity, direction and impactful creative ideas that everyone in your organisation can get behind...
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- Branding
- UI/UX Design
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
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- Location
- Leicester, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We are a team of UI/UX Designers and Developers that emphasize user experience design and Interactive Development...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Anand, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
StudioYears is a London-based design agency partnering with ambitious brands to create meaningful brand experiences. We combine strategic thinking with creative excellence to deliver design that drives real business impact...
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- Design Services
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Web Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Creative Agency providing graphic design, web design, web development, photography, video, and social media services...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Brunswick, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
At Mesmer Design, we demystify web development and design, ensuring affordability and simplicity. We're dedicated to guiding you through every stage, from initial consultation to the final launch, ensuring your utmost satisfaction. Reach out today to discover how we can elevate your business's online...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- SEO
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Oxford Mills, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Ranch House Designs is a Texas-based branding and WordPress/Shopify web design agency that helps small businesses, farms, ranchers, rural health organizations, and nonprofits build bold and timeless brands. The agency delivers branding, websites, marketing, graphic design, and social media/email marketing...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Email Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Wharton, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
At Code Artists, we build websites for Auckland businesses, from focused company sites to ecommerce stores and custom web projects. Each project is led by a senior technical lead from the start...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- Digital Services
- SEO
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- Location
- Auckland, New Zealand
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
LN Webworks is a digital engineering partner helping SaaS, Healthcare, Education, Media & Publishing, and eCommerce organizations build high-performing digital platforms, connect complex systems, and scale with confidence. Since 2013, we've moved beyond building websites to solving real business pro...
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- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
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- Location
- Ludhiana, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Developing a strategic product brand to secure a unique spot in consumers' minds, setting it apart from competitors. Amwind offers solutions to help you craft a winning strategy...
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- Product Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Logo Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
MDR Designs, LLC is a seasoned freelance graphic design studio delivering high-end design solutions for both small businesses and larger organizations. Our goal is to elevate your brand, helping your company stand out and attract the right audience...
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- Logo Design
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Findlay, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Smile Global was founded with a simple yet powerful belief every organization, no matter its size, deserves enterprise-level IT consulting and support at an affordable cost. We saw the challenges that non-profits and small to mid-size businesses faced with technology and knew there was a better way...
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- Managed Services
- Cybersecurity
- IT Services
- Cloud Consulting
- IT Compliance Solution
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- Location
- Ventura, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
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- Print Design
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- Location
- Pretoria, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
Bottom-line growth partners through top-of-the-line tech! How? By hiring the tech folks for you, or us doing your tech, as simple as that...
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- IT Services
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Staff Augmentation
- Web Design
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- Location
- Dover, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
We work with love, understanding, reinforcing and generating the brand culture of our business partners. We are brand experts. We deepen change in organizations and create brand culture through their identity and communication...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Video Production
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Mar del Plata, Argentina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
WebTech is your digital partner for comprehensive solutions. From dynamic web development and seamless ecommerce experiences to engaging content creation and strategic digital marketing, we empower businesses to thrive in the online landscape. With a team of skilled professionals, we blend creativity...
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- Logo Design
- IT Services
- Affiliate Marketing
- Content Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
DopyApp is a results-driven software agency specializing in web and e-commerce development. We create modern, high-performance websites and applications using Next.js, React.js, WooCommerce, and other cutting-edge tools. Our team focuses on speed, usability, and design that converts, helping businesses grow...
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- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- IT Services
- Email Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Kafr El-Shaikh, Egypt
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Founded in 2017 by Abby Lehman Buzon, The Helpful Marketer offers web design and marketing strategy with refreshing honesty. Specializing in WordPress websites, custom web design, and SEO, with personalized services aimed to improve online visibility, internal efficiency, UX, and customer retention...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- SEO
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Lodi, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $95/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Our studio specializes in custom software development, with primary expertise in maps. We provide full-cycle development services, from concept and design to deployment and production. With expertise in both desktop and mobile platforms, we deliver integrated, semantic-rich solutions for complex geospatial...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- Software Testing
- Software Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Tivat, Montenegro
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Canberra web designer, located in Woden, specialising in building websites for businesses, organisations and associations...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Mawson, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $142/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Black Spruce is a creative studio dedicated to helping design-driven brands flourish online. Specializing in sophisticated website design and exceptionally crafted email marketing, we are able to build our client's an online presence that mirrors the refinement and artistry of their work. With a focus on...
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- Design Services
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Rapid City, South Dakota
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Smart Local is a Brisbane and Sunshine Coast-based SEO agency helping businesses dominate local search through suburb-level strategies, Google Business optimisation, and AI-driven visibility. We focus on generating real leads by positioning brands across Google, Maps, and emerging AI platforms like ChatGPT...
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- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- SEO
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- Location
- Glass House Mountains, Australia
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
KindSoftUA is a worldwide web development and software studio with 15+ years of expertise in building scalable, usercentric digital products. Based in Poltava, Ukraine, we collaborate with startups, enterprises, and creative brands to deliver innovative, reliable, and awardwinning solutions...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Software Development
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- Location
- Poltava, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
UI/UX designer and design lead in Dhaka, leading a team of 6+ designers. We design and build SaaS, fintech and AI products, websites and mobile apps, including Arabic and English products for the Gulf...
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- Product Design
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
NICHTS + NIEMAND is your go-to partner for strategic thinking and brand storytelling, crafting bold identities and compelling user experiences. By combining psychological insights from neuromarketing with proven design techniques, we cut through the noise and bring clarity and impact to your project...
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- Print Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Brunswick, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
PickJohn is responsible for creating unique brands and designs for small to medium businesses.He collaborates with companies to empower their teams and customers to believe in the products, services, and brand that drive their greatness...
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- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Print Design
- Video Production
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
SEOServices.io is a data-driven SEO agency helping businesses boost rankings, drive organic traffic, and grow online with technical SEO, content optimization, and link-building strategies...
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- Digital Services
- IT Services
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
3digital helps small and medium-sized businesses win more clients online and spend less time on repetitive tasks. We build corporate websites and online stores on WordPress and Shopify, then support them with Google search visibility, Google Ads and email campaigns. Where it saves real hours, we add AI-based...
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- Digital Strategy
- Digital Services
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Almería, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We design and market websites for a great user experienceWe make it easy for your users to find, do or buy whatever they need. Desktop, mobile or tablet - from User Experience design to Conversion Rate Optimisation, we can help.As expert marketeers we can call on over 20 years knowledge of SEO & Pay Per...
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- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Advertising
- Email Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Manchester, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
PT Okular Kreasi Artaguna
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Okular implements value proposition as the foundation of its visual and communication brand strategy. Through consistency in goal and delivery, a brand is designed to give lasting experience to the audience...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Digital Strategy
- Package Design
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- Location
- West Jakarta, Indonesia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are a website design agency based in Atlanta, GA helping local businesses launch fast, high-converting websites on WordPress, Shopify, Wix, and Squarespace. From strategy and design to development and care plans, we build digital experiences that look stunning, load fast, and bring in qualified leads...
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- Graphic Design
- Digital Services
- Design Services
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Sandy Springs, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
In a world where everyone has two faces, Jeel Techsoft LLP stands out from the crowd with its trustworthy, high-quality digital services. Under the leadership of CEO Maulik Masrani, the company aims to be a single-stop hub for all web development services. From designing to development, clients get a wide...
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- Digital Services
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $11/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Tocographic is a Canadian creative agency specializing in innovative design. We focus on blending creative design with marketing strategies and modern technology to enhance our clients digital presence, boost customer engagement, and drive growth in sales and business development...
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Print Design
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At Humble Design Co., we're not your typical design agency and we like it that way.Were a woman-owned and run studio, founded in 2019 with one mission: to help passionate brands find their voice and make their mark. Since then, we've proudly partnered with a wide range of clients but we have a soft spot for...
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- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Tzaneen, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/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
What are the best web design companies in 2026?
What should I ask before hiring a web design company?
Ask about relevant experience, project scope, timelines, revision limits, ownership of design files, mobile optimization, and post-launch support. Also clarify who will work on the project and how progress will be communicated.
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