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A SoHo music marketing team running Spotify, SoundCloud, UGC, clipping and paid social campaigns on its own software, with live client portals and real-time attribution...
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
- Media Buying
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We help small, mid-size, and start-up companies in designing and building intuitive, reliable, and sustainable software applications through the upmost technologies, end-to-end support and expert guidance...
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- Software Development
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Bhuj, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
DevStory is a premier app development company with 7+ years of expertise in delivering future-ready digital solutions. We bridge the gap between visionary ideas and market-ready products by combining cutting-edge technologies like AI, machine learning (ML), and natural language processing (NLP) with agile...
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- Mobile App Development
- UI/UX Design
- Design Services
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Chandigarh, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Our company excels in delivering bespoke Shopify store design and development solutions. We provide expert B2B white label services, ensuring your clients receive exceptional, customized e-commerce experiences. Partner with us to elevate your Shopify offerings and drive business growth...
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- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Rajpura, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Foxion Technologies is a software development company delivering custom web applications, mobile apps, and scalable SaaS solutions for startups and growing businesses. We focus on clean architecture, performance, and long-term maintainability...
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- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- IT Services
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Thrissur, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Tegan Digital is a Addison, Texas-based digital marketing agency that has earned recognition for creativity in the industry. They offer an array of web design and development services to partners ranging from small startups all the way up to major Fortune 100 enterprises. By building engaging digital...
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- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Print Design
- Video Production
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Addison, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $199/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Elevate your digital presence with Mindshare Consulting Inc, Austin's premier agency for digital marketing, web design, and advertising. Unlock growth, engage audiences, and achieve remarkable results with our expertise...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
- PPC
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a comprehensive creative agency with offices in Nashville and Los Angeles. Our suite of services includes full-scale social media management, strategic social pilot planning, and the seamless execution of social calendars across platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, and TikTok. We...
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- Branding
- Social Media Marketing
- Creative Services
- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Nashville, Tennessee
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Explore a transformative, purpose-driven approach to Create your Business, where innovation meets a warm partnership, illuminating your path to Meaningful growth...
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- UI/UX Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
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- Location
- San Jose, Costa Rica
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $88/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are Key Blend, a dyanimic agency with international reach and offices in Mexico and Australia.We are dedicated to creating comprehensive and powerful strategies...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Web Development
- Social Media Marketing
- Branding
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- Location
- Guadalajara, Mexico
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
#1 Creative Subscription ServicesImagine effortlessly accessing top-notch designs, captivating videos, and impressive websites, all under one roof, just like savoring ice cream on a sunny day. ️ No need to imagine anymore were here to make your creative dreams real! Were your friendly creative partners...
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- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Branding
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At Strachwitz&Gerhard, we offer our unique next level interact work system to amplify advertising impact across all analog and digital channels. With interactive targeting, step-by-step work processes, and resource management, coupled with excellent ideas, we ensure dynamic and effective campaigns tailored to...
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- Creative Services
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Video Production
- Print Design
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- Location
- Berlin, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Rubicomm is a specialist proudly South African provider of public relations and communications services targeted at a broad range of industries across numerous key sectors of the country. Since the company was created at the turn of the new millennium, it has continued to represent a powerful force in modern...
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- Public Relations
- Digital Strategy
- Reputation Management
- Branding
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Pretoria, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
As a Website Design & SEO Specialist, We craft digital experiences that captivate and convert. With a keen eye for aesthetics and user experience, we design sleek, responsive websites that resonate with your target audiences. Utilizing the latest SEO techniques, we make sure your website ranks prominently on...
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- Design Services
- Digital Services
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Linden, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
GS&F is an audience-first, fully integrated, employee-owned agency. We help challenger brands punch above their weight class...
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- Digital Services
- Public Relations
- Branding
- Video Production
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Nashville, Tennessee
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Unlike other agencies, we offer exclusive access to new audience networks alongside a combined 35+ years of experience. We offer services such as Digital Marketing, Branding & Design, Website Design, PR and Media...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
- Event Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- Sydney, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Bakslash is a boutique software partner empowering startups and SMBs with custom tech solutions, from AI and eCommerce to helpdesk systemsbridging business vision with expert execution...
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- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Software Development
- AI Development
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- Location
- Santiago, Chile
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Design Refinery partners with licensing teams, CPG brands, and creative leads to deliver fast, strategic design from packaging and retail visuals to brand marketing. We plug in where you need us most, helping you move faster without sacrificing quality...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Package Design
- Print Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- Pembroke, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
Comestrive is a Valencia-based SEO and digital marketing agency focused on helping businesses increase visibility on Google and AI-powered search platforms. The agency specializes in SEO, local SEO, eCommerce SEO, B2B marketing, CRO (Conversion Rate Optimization), SEM, and Answer Engine Optimization (AEO)...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Email Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- Valencia, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We're Envoque, a creative studio helping founders and businesses grow with confidence, intention, and good taste...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $55/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
At Blackship Studios, we know that exceptional digital media is more than just moving imagesits a powerful tool for communication, brand building, and customer loyalty. With us, you gain a partner who is just as committed to your success as you are...
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- Video Production
- Digital Services
- Design Services
- Creative Services
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Munich, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Design Eleven is a creative design agency established in 2002 and based on the West Berkshire and South Oxfordshire border in the United Kingdom. With 24 years of experience, the agency offers multidisciplinary design expertise across data visualisation, animation, branding and design, infographics, and...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Newbury, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Blackstone is a creative marketing and advertising agency in Barcelona and Madrid with 30+ years activating leading brands. We work as a senior team embedded in our client's marketing, with four disciplines under one roof: Creative (branding, naming, packaging, advertising, video production), Digital (SEO...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Barcelona, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Carpenter Growth is led by Michael Carpenter, a search and visual strategist with 20 years of production experience. We help service businesses use clearer websites, practical SEO, useful content, and original visual work to build a digital presence that is easier to understand, trust, and find. SEO and...
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- Video Production
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- AEO
- SEO
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- Location
- Cedar Hill, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
JG Collective is a founder-led bilingual marketing agency in Wasatch County, Utah. We help local businesses and growing brands get found on Google and named in AI answers like ChatGPT or Claude, then turn that attention into leads through paid media, social, and automation. Every client works directly with...
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- AEO
- Advertising
- Digital Services
- Digital Marketing
- Branding
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- Location
- West Jordan, Utah
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We specialize in search engine optimization and social media marketing.Due to our Mumbai-based start-up company's understanding of the value of money, we offer our services at extremely reasonable prices to all of our customers. Let's conceive your dream together...
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- PPC
- SEO
- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
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- Location
- Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Dev Ashish Deval is a dedicated UI/UX and graphic designer serving clients worldwide, offering a wide range of design services that create a meaningful impact...
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- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- UI/UX Design
- Logo Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- Jaipur, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We deliver innovative software solutions, tailored to your business needs, ensuring efficiency, scalability, and success...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Delhi, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Seartive is a full-service IT and Digital Growth agency dedicated to transforming businesses into industry leaders. We specialize in custom web and mobile app development, scalable software solutions, and advanced digital marketing. By combining innovative UI/UX design with high-impact SEO and performance...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Advertising
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Award-Winning Magento, Shopify Development Company - Complete eCommerce & Marketing Solutions...
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- eCommerce Development
- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Surat, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Digital Transformation Company Providing End-to-End Odoo, Mobile App, AI/ML and Software Solutions...
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- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
We specialize in custom WordPress theme development, Full Site Editing (FSE), web design, SEO, and ongoing website support. With 5+ years of experience, we create functional, visually stunning, and high-performing websites tailored to your business needs...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- Location
- Lahore, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
LiveSite24 builds professional, SEO-ready websites for small businesses worldwide in 72 hours. You brief us in short, we handle design, development, local SEO, and go-live. Starting at $149. We serve restaurants, clinics, salons, gyms, coaching academies, organic product brands, and any small business that...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- Web Development
- Location
- Bengaluru, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Outline Studios is a luxury branding agency that helps contemporary businesses transform into distinctive, purpose-driven brands through strategy, design, and creative direction. The studio combines brand strategy, visual identity, naming, packaging, and digital experiences to craft brands that inspire...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Design Services
- Package Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Raipur, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
AlgoRepublic offers comprehensive business automation, product development, and software/web development services to clients globally. Our expertise ensures innovative and efficient solutions tailored to meet the diverse needs of businesses worldwide...
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- Software Testing
- Blockchain
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Lahore, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At Graph Technologies, we help businesses grow faster with targeted Google Ads campaigns designed to attract the right audience at the right time. As a trusted Google Ads Agency in India, we create data-driven advertising strategies that increase visibility, generate high-quality leads, maximize ROI...
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- PPC
- AEO
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Mohali, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Creatikartta is a results-focused digital marketing agency based in Dehradun, helping businesses across Gurugram, Chandigarh, Delhi NCR, and India grow through smart strategies, SEO, and performance marketing...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Branding
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- Location
- Dehradun, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
We specialize in a wide range of web and mobile application development technologies, including Laravel, PHP, MERN | AN Stack, and Shopify. Additionally, we offer outsourcing services for project management and have a dedicated quality assurance team that includes graphic designers for UI/UX design. Our...
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- Product Design
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Lahore, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Born in 2013, Destm has honed its craft, becoming a trusted software consulting partner for businesses across industries. We don't just build, we transform, with a special focus on propelling e-commerce giants to new heights. We speak your language: React, Next.js, Python, Java & more. Your vision is our...
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- Creative Services
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Mohali, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We deliver cutting-edge software solutions, web development, mobile apps, and digital marketing services that drive business growth and innovation...
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- Web Development
- Digital Services
- Web Design
- Affiliate Marketing
- Wearables
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- Location
- Lahore, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Suryani International is a trusted web design and development company in Nepal. We create SEO friendly websites, ecommerce solutions, digital marketing, logo and more/...
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- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
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- Location
- Lalitpur, Nepal
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Pixick Studios is an independent web development studio based in Noida, India, established in 2026 and focused on building websites and web applications for startups and growing businesses. Its services include website design and development, landing pages, web apps and MVPs, e-commerce, SEO and performance...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Every time we are given a new marketing challenge, we look at it as a new adventure, one that awaits discovery through a new lens...
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- Digital Marketing
- Digital Services
- Branding
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Phoenix, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
In the realm of business, seizing the attention of those eagerly waiting for precisely what you offer can be a game-changer. At New Tricks, we're a boutique web design and marketing firm, allowing us to provide you with the personalized attention and focused expertise your project deserves. If you seek a...
- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Knight Classical, founded in 2020, specializes in custom creative solutions within the classical music industry. Our track record in ambitious projects and smooth production coordination ensures your vision's success...
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- Creative Services
- Video Production
- Digital Marketing
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Hey! We are Freak Design founded by Jay Feeney, the chap behind Freak Music and Freak Marketing. We are based in Edinburgh, UK...
- Location
- Edinburgh, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
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Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.A.S. Strategy, Branding & Communication we firmly believe that communication is of great significance. We are founded in 2012 by Antonia Skaraki. Strategic words and icons used in harmony create the epitome of aesthetics. Their synthesis leads to an empirical ode to Epiphany, Euphoria and Charismatic Brand...
- Location
- Athens, Greece
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Hello! My name is UX designer with a desire to create social change. With a drive to provide usability solutions to complex applications, I want to focus on creating opportunities and awareness to marginalized communities...
- Location
- Seattle, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Nice to meet you all! I'm Sune Reinert and I'm a graphic designer from Denmark. I'm currently working full time at the danish clothing brand SHAPING NEW TOMMOROW as a Graphic Design Specialist...
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- Branding
- Location
- Aalborg, Denmark
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Ardent Thrive, a leading digital marketing agency, and software house delivers state-of-the-art services to clients globally, including the UK, USA, Canada, and beyond. With our exceptional team, we craft and execute cutting-edge digital marketing strategies that propel businesses to unprecedented levels of...
- Location
- Boulder, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
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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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