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Mesherma Studios isn't your typical agencywe're your growth partner. Based in Paramaribo, Suriname, we bring a refreshingly non-traditional perspective to branding, marketing, and advertising...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Design Services
- Web Development
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- Location
- Paramaribo, Suriname
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We build scalable, high-performance applications with a focus on security, reliability, and user experience...
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- Web Development
- Software Testing
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- DevOps Consulting
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- Location
- Lisbon, Portugal
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Design Insight is a graphic design and website studio established in 2011, built on a foundation of creative thinking and artistic flair. With knowledge in the printing and branding industry, our aim is to help clients achieve exceptional branding across all online and print platforms...
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- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- White River, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Most dev shops bill hourly and hope projects drag on. We do the opposite. StephensCode is a Marine Corps veteran-owned web development company in Conroe, TX. We build custom websites, API integrations, and business automation all with flat-rate pricing. You know the exact cost before we start...
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- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
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- Location
- Conroe, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
ZakCodeX is a top rated software development company offering custom web development, AI solutions, mobile app development, UI/UX design, and SEO services...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- UI/UX Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Wolverhampton, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Park1 helps SMEs and (semi)government organizations grow with effective marketing, smart communication, and digital innovation, personal, practical, and results-oriented. In everything we do, we focus on turning great ideas into measurable success for your business. Were a pragmatic partner, working alongside...
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- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Venlo, Netherlands
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
C2C Media LLC is a full-service digital marketing, SEO, web design, and web development agency that helps businesses strengthen their online presence and generate measurable growth. With over 18 years of experience, the agency delivers integrated marketing solutions including SEO, performance marketing...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Design Services
- Web Design
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- Location
- Lewes, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
NextportChina helps European companies expand their digital presence and achieve measurable results across China's most influential marketing channels...
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- Digital Services
- Public Relations
- Digital Strategy
- Branding
- Web Design
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- Location
- Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
The Designers Directory is a Denver-area design and growth agency. We build websites, brandidentities and the Meta and Google campaigns that drive traffic to them, as one accountablesystem rather than three separate vendors. Over 250 projects delivered and $10 million inmanaged ad spend since 2019...
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- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Digital Services
- Web Design
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We're a Portland-based Digital Marketing Agency who put down roots in 2008 with a mission to partner with clients we believe in to build their brand, tell their story, and grow their business...
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Video Production
- Branding
- Web Design
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- Location
- Portland, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Geek is a full-service creative and digital agency with opinions, ideas and the expertise to bring them to life. From creative direction and brand identity to bespoke websites, web development, SEO and digital marketing, we combine bold thinking with technical expertise to help businesses stand out and grow...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Peterborough, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Codevent is a web design, development, and digital marketing agency based in Asturias, Spain, with more than 30 years of experience developing and promoting online projects. The agency provides end-to-end digital services including website design, custom programming, e-commerce, SEO, GEO, SEM, artificial...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Design Services
- Logo Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Aviles, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Happidev designs, builds and maintains SEO-ready landing pages, business websites, e-commerce stores and web apps for businesses in Nigeria and worldwide. Fixed prices in naira or US dollars...
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- Digital Services
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Design Services
- Web Design
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- Location
- Port Harcourt, Nigeria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Alveron Advisory Services delivers premium management consulting in Kampala, Uganda. We partner with businesses and NGOs to drive sustainable growth through data-backed Corporate Strategy, expert HR Compliance, and rigorous MEAL Frameworks. Our certified consultants specialize in market expansion, board...
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- Business Consulting
- Digital Strategy
- Public Relations
- Digital Services
- Web Design
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- Location
- Kampala, Uganda
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1000/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At WebX Nepal, we don't just build websites, we create digital experiences that help businesses grow. Whether you need a custom website, a powerful mobile app, or a complete digital solution, were here to bring your vision to life...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Creative Services
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Kathmandu, Nepal
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1000/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Web Intro is a digital growth agency helping startups and businesses succeed online through website design, SEO, and result driven marketing...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- New Delhi, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
With Rugglion, you're getting the best of the best! Digital marketing is what our experts pride themselves on to give your business the extra push it needs. Brand presence is a staple all modern businesses need to perform well: Graphic Design, Video Editing, Social Media Marketing, Website Design/ Develop and...
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- Email Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Video Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Goose Creek, South Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Hybrid IT Services, Inc. is a leading technology firm that offers a blend of cloud and on-premise IT solutions tailored to meet the diverse needs of modern businesses. Specializing in creating robust, scalable IT infrastructures, the company ensures enhanced data security, improved operational efficiency, and...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Cybersecurity
- DevOps Consulting
- Web Development
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- Location
- Mesa, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Genome Design is a creative design agency specializing in brand identity and website design for startups and tech-driven companies. We create strategic visual systems, modern websites, and scalable brand identities that help businesses communicate clearly, stand out in competitive markets, and grow with...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Design Services
- Package Design
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- Location
- Kyiv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Justwebworld is a global online magazine offering expert insights, how-to guides, trending topics, and valuable content on tech, business, lifestyle, and more...
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Alaska, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Aarmeh is a leading Mobile and web app development company in Dubai, UAE, delivering custom AI, web, mobile, cloud, and enterprise software solutions...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Blockchain
- AI Development
- Web Development
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are committed to providing services to our clients with Leadership, Quality, Integrity & Reliability...
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- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- Software Testing
- Software Development
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- Location
- Nagpur, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Rahat Web Design is a professional website design and development company delivering high-performance digital solutions for businesses worldwide. We specialize in WordPress development, ecommerce websites, custom web applications, and website speed optimization. Our focus is on creating responsive, secure...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Muzaffarpur, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
We’re a full-service, performance marketing agency that offers our clients a fresh and innovative experience. We use the word “performance” because we provide real, tangible results. At Valve+Meter, we believe there’s no limit to a client’s potential growth. With our individualized marketing...
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- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- SEO
- WordPress Website Design
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Indianapolis, Indiana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
We are design specialists, transformation agents, value generators for your brand, developers who are increasingly working longer for your business as well...
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- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Porto Alegre, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
This Brisbane-based creative agency specializes in design, branding, campaigns, and websites. They are equipped to help you launch new brands, grow businesses, and adapt to the digital era...
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- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Digital Services
- Branding
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Brisbane, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
Brand Multimedia is a full service digital marketing agency in Addis Ababa helping local and international businesses grow their visibility, reputation and sales. Our mission is to help brands build trust and lead in the digital space...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Creative Services
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
MythicDev Technologies is a technology driven company specializing in custom software, web development, mobile apps, and digital solutions for startups and growing businesses. We help brands transform ideas into scalable, secure, and user friendly digital products that drive growth and efficiency...
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- Software Development
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Blockchain
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Abuja, Nigeria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Tech N Digi drives growth for businesses through intelligent digital marketing. From SEO to social media, creative branding to paid ads, we build strategies that increase visibility, trust, and revenue. We are your trusted partner for digital growth. TechN Digi is a platform where you can access all the...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Graphic Design
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Mohali, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
At IPH Technologies, we are committed to delivering high-quality, custom solutions that drive success and growth for your business. Our focus on cutting-edge technology and exceptional service has earned us a reputation as a trusted partner for businesses worldwide...
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- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Lucknow, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
TechshineUp is a results-driven digital agency helping startups and businesses grow online. We specialize in web design, UI/UX, eCommerce, SEO, and social media marketing. Our focus is on creating high-performing, user-friendly digital solutions that drive engagement and boost visibility...
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- Web Development
- Branding
- Logo Design
- AI Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Mohali, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Codiastic Soft excels in Web Design and Development, creating responsive, SEO-optimized websites with the latest HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript technologies. Our custom web solutions ensure a unique, user-friendly online presence for your business...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
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- Location
- Pune, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
flyte is a digital marketing agency located in Portland, Maine. We design websites, offer SEO (search engine optimization), paid search, social media, Facebook Ads, email strategies, and everything your business needs to generate more leads and sales online...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Services
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Portland, Maine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Fast Friends is a creative production collective happiest when assisting brandsand agencies with their short-form video and social content needs...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Video Production
- Print Design
- Video Marketing
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- Location
- Ludlow, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $110/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
AIM is your guide to conquering the digital landscape. Our expert consultancy supports companies of any size in developing and executing marketing strategies that maximize growth potential. If you're ready for a revolution, let's collaborate on getting your business up to speed with the latest advancements...
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- PPC
- Email Marketing
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Frisco, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
When you join forces with us, you gain access to the wealth of experience offered by a multidisciplinary creative agency, enabling you to extend this expertise to every point of interaction with your customers. We specialize in crafting designs that radiate excellence, cultivating highly visible brands, and...
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- Creative Services
- SEO
- Video Marketing
- Branding
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Orlando, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Growth consulting company. We perform various objective driven actions to predictively grow businesses. From funnels through branding and positioning actions, we implement data dashboards to analyze and optimize our clients' digital ecosystem's performance...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Video Production
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- Location
- Lima, Peru
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Get Digitalised is a forward-thinking digital marketing agency specializing in creating bespoke, SEO-optimized websites using Webflow/WP. Our expertise lies in disproving the common misconception that stylish websites can't achieve high search engine rankings...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Design Services
- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Lyngby, Denmark
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
My name is Gregory Cullen, a UX/UI Designer that I bring with over 11 years of professional UI experience to create strategic, immersive, and effective experiences across web, mobile, and social platforms...
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- Branding
- Mobile App Development
- Logo Design
- Digital Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Full service data and digital marketing agency. We leverage 250+ proprietary consumer and business marketing databases. We specialize in data-driven Meta, Email, Google, YouTube, Linkedin, and Streaming TV advertising. We also provide brand, web development, content publishing and Martech support...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Email Marketing
- Branding
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- Location
- Thousand Oaks, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
At Amanda Design, we offer professional and creative design services tailored to businesses of any scale. As your dedicated designer, you'll have direct access to personalized support, ensuring your vision is brought to life seamlessly. My design expertise spans various areas, including website design...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Print Design
- Logo Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Braintree, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $62/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Sam van Straaten works as a visual communication designer and is located in Napier within the Overberg region of South Africa...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
We're a creative agency based in Cambridge, UK. We concoct words and images that communicate and compel...
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- Graphic Design
- Design Services
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Cambridge, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Process Forty Three crafts standout visual identities through print, packaging, and digital media. By blending creativity, craftsmanship, and attention to detail, we help brands connect deeply with their communitiestransforming ideas into memorable, meaningful designs...
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- Branding
- Design Services
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Kansas City, Missouri
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Since 2021, our small yet dedicated team has thrived on solving intricate problems and powering digital transformation. With extensive experience in online entrepreneurship and cutting-edge development, were here to bring your ideas to lifeefficiently, reliably, and with a masterful touch of innovation...
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- Web Development
- SEO
- DevOps Consulting
- Managed Services
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Jersey City, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Keel Studio is a brand identity design studio from the North East of England, inspired by the regions shipbuilding heritage. Like the keel of a ship, we create foundations for brands to grow strong and move forward...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
- Print Design
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- Location
- Sunderland, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
3HASH is a Portuguese digital agency specializing in web development, digital transformation, and AI-powered solutions. We deliver custom websites, e-commerce platforms, UX/UI design, SEO optimization, branding, and web hosting with 24/7 support. Our mission is to lead SMEs through digital transformation by...
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- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Branding
- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Figueira da Foz, Portugal
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Brandtop is a Design as a Service platform that helps companies execute design continuously without hiring in-house teams. We combine a distributed bench of designers with AI-powered workflows to deliver fast, scalable design for e-commerce brands, startups, and digital businesses without the friction of...
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- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- Wilmington, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Global iTech Systems is a Calgary-based web design and digital marketing agency dedicated to helping businesses build strong, results-driven online identities. We specialize in custom website design, responsive development, SEO, and eCommerce solutions tailored to your goals. Our team focuses on creating...
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- Creative Services
- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Reputation Management
- Design Services
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- Location
- Calgary, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Lewis Adcock is a freelance SEO consultant based in Derby, offering technical SEO, ecommerce SEO, local SEO and Shopify SEO services to businesses across Derbyshire, the East Midlands and the wider UK. Over 15 years of hands-on search experience...
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- SEO
- Content Marketing
- eCommerce
- CRO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Derby, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
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Frequently Asked Questions About Website Design Companies
What services do web design agencies offer?
Web design agencies provide a range of services to plan, create, and improve business websites. Their core services include:
- Custom website design tailored to your brand and goals
- Responsive web design to ensure the site works on desktop, tablet, and mobile
- UI/UX design to make the site easy to use
- Website development to turn designs into functional websites
- Landing page design for campaigns and conversions
- Website redesign to improve outdated or underperforming sites
Beyond these core services, many web design companies also support digital marketing, including search engine optimization, content marketing, and email marketing to help improve visibility in search engines and attract potential customers.
Some also offer brand identity, graphic design, and ongoing web design services like maintenance, updates, and performance improvements to strengthen your online presence over time.
How much do website design companies charge for their services?
Professional web design services typically cost $5,000 to $60,000+. Basic business websites may range from $5,000 to $15,000, custom websites from $15,000 to $30,000, and complex or e-commerce projects from $30,000 to $60,000+. Costs depend on scope, customization, features, and development needs.
How long does it take to build a website?
A typical website design company timeline ranges from a few days to several months, depending on scope, content readiness, and required web development.
- Simple brochure website (1 to 5 pages): 1 to 2 weeks
- Small business website (5 to 15 pages, blog, forms): 4 to 8 weeks
- eCommerce website (standard features, 10 to 100 products): 8 to 16 weeks
- Large-scale custom website (bespoke features, integrations): 4 to 6+ months
- Custom web application: 6 to 12+ months
Most delays come from two things: missing content (copy, images, product data) and an unclear scope that expands during the web design project.
If content is ready and approvals are fast, timelines compress. If content is late and feedback is slow, timelines stretch.
What are the hidden costs of web design?
Hidden web design costs usually show up in two phases: before launch and after launch.
Pre-launch hidden costs
- Stock photos, fonts, and premium plugins (one-time fees plus renewals)
- Scope creep and extra revisions beyond what the contract includes
- Content creation (copywriting, product descriptions, graphics)
- Content migration from an old site (formatting, redirects, image cleanup)
- Integrations (CRM, booking, payments, analytics) that require extra setup and testing
Post-launch hidden costs
- Web hosting and domain renewal (often increases as traffic grows)
- SSL certificate upgrades for ecommerce or higher trust requirements
- Website maintenance and security (updates, backups, monitoring, fixes)
- Email hosting (Google Workspace or Microsoft 365 per user)
These costs appear because a website build quote often covers only the core design and development. Anything tied to licensing, content production, ongoing ownership, or changes outside the original scope gets billed separately unless the statement of work includes it.
What is the difference between web design and web development?
Web design defines the visual interface and user experience of a website, while web development implements that design through code and technical functionality.
| Aspect | Web design | Web development |
| Core responsibility | Defines the design, layout, and user experience | Builds and maintains the website through code |
| Primary objective | Ensure the site is clear, engaging, and aligned with brand identity | Ensure the site works correctly, loads fast, and supports required features |
| Deliverables | Wireframes, mockups, prototypes, and visual systems | Front-end interfaces, back-end systems, and integrations |
| Key disciplines | UX design, UI design, responsive web design | Front-end, back-end, and full-stack web development |
| Business impact | Influences perception, usability, and user engagement | Enables functionality, performance, and scalability |
Web design's main focus:
- Structure and site design
- Visual hierarchy and interface clarity
- User experience and UX design
- Mobile and responsive design
- Conversion-focused landing page design
Web development's main focus:
- Coding and website development
- Front-end implementation (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
- Back-end systems and databases
- Integrations, security, and performance
- CMS setup and custom functionality
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What should I ask before hiring a web design company?
Ask about relevant experience, project scope, timelines, revision limits, ownership of design files, mobile optimization, and post-launch support. Also clarify who will work on the project and how progress will be communicated.
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