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Looking to get more patients booking appointments at your medicinal practice? The Medically - #1 recommended medical marketing agency in NY, NJ and PA provides human-only medical SEO and web development services. No AI slop, just 25+ years of expertise...
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- SEO
- AEO
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
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- Location
- Vernon Township, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
A nimble team of designers, engineers and content creators - RCCO is a creative agency for B2B tech and SaaS brands, creating stand-out digital experiences...
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- Branding
- Video Production
- Web Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
SoftoDesign operates as a subscription and credits-based graphic design agency, offering clients access to high-quality designs crafted to meet their unique needs. With a focus on excellence, we ensure that our designs not only meet but exceed the expectations of our discerning clientele...
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- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Package Design
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- Location
- Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Locals Talk is a modern digital marketing agency offering tailored strategies to elevate businesses in competitive markets. From SEO and PPC to content creation and social media, the agency provides comprehensive solutions to help clients maximize their return on investment. Backed by a global network of...
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- Content Marketing
- PPC
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
HiveB2X is a leading expert in custom software applications & implementations, specializing in tailored solutions for B2B companies. Focused on seamless integrations, personalized storefronts, & optimized functionality, empowering businesses to elevate their online presence & streamline operations...
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- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Morphicist delivers complete graphic design and website creation services, from branding and logos to full business and eCommerce websites. We handle the entire process for you...
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- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Quetzal is your end-to-end software agency: strategic content that attracts and converts, pixel-perfect design that builds trust, and fast, scalable development that turns ideas into high-performing web & mobile products. One team. One vision. Everything aligned to grow your business...
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- Software Development
- Digital Services
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Punta Gorda, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Origen delivers end-to-end digital services at a global scale, from strategy through to engineering, incorporating the latest advancements in machine learning and AI. With a digital-first and ROI-driven mindset, the team knows where to apply emerging technologies, how to design exceptional user experiences...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Beirut, Lebanon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Dots and Coms is a digital solutions company focused on helping businesses grow through technology and creativity. We specialize in web development, e-commerce, mobile apps, branding, SEO, digital marketing, and cloud hosting. We create scalable, user-focused modern digital solutions...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Vadodara, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
At SimpliSage Technologies, we help businesses achieve sustainable growth by providing tailored solutions that blend creativity, technology, and strategic insights...
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- Content Marketing
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Pune, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Talentelgia is a renowned IT consulting company in India, with a global presence primarily in the United States, United Kingdom, Australia, and the United Arab Emirates...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- AI Development
- Blockchain
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Mohali, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We Are top rated search engine optimization SEO agancy in the USA. We are providing the best Digital Marketing Services. SEO, PPC Management, Local Seo Services. etc...
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- Web Development
- PPC
- SEO
- Web Design
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- Location
- Minneapolis, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
As one of the UK's longest-established independent marketing, brand, design and technology agencies, we're specialists in connecting you with your clients, customers and prospects at every stage of their journey with you, wherever they are in the world...
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- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
- Branding
- Web Design
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Bristol, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
We help businesses identify their goals and provide creative and strategic solutions. Looking good is one thing but what clients need is results that bring in business leads...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Birmingham, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At Sipod Software, we assist and guide you throughout the entire software development process. Our services encompass business analysis, aiding in the definition of a functional specification, and providing support during development...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Testing
- Software Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Belgrade, Serbia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Masters Development Network and Solutions (MSDN Solutions) is a Web Development and Marketing company providing Web and Software Services, Graphic Design and Printing Solutions, and all Marketing needs to enterprises and more specifically to startup companies across the world...
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- IT Services
- Cybersecurity
- SEO
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Thousand Oaks, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a technology solutions company creating better solutions for our clients from all around the world. Our work with industries spanning across sectors like mobility, supply chain, software, web development, innovation and automation, artificial intelligence, you name it and we might have a solution for...
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- IT Services
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
Zelisline: where code meets creativity, forging a symphony of innovation in the digital realm. We sculpt solutions that transcend boundaries, weaving technology into a tapestry of possibilities. Embrace the future with us, as we redefine software excellence one line at a time...
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Package Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Nairobi, Kenya
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
IT IDOL Technologies is a custom software development company specializing in custom software development services, custom AI solutions development, and product engineering. Hire dedicated software developers to build scalable, high-performance solutions that drive innovation and business growth...
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- AI Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Valsad, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Lean on the experience of our specialists in programming, design and digital marketing...
Top Services:
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Prešov, Slovakia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Transforming ideas into reality with custom web development, creative design, AI/ML innovation, SaaS solutions, and global remote staffing services...
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- AI Development
- Graphic Design
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Derry, New Hampshire
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
Xtreme is a versatile design house known for its commitment to delivering unique and creative design solutions across various IT services including websites, logos, applications, animations, and stationery. The team at Xtreme embodies a lifestyle of innovation and collaboration, making it easy and enjoyable...
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- PPC
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
As your marketing team, we offer data-driven solutions to distinguish your value and reach potential customers. From bespoke web design and app development, to comprehensive social media marketing and branding services, we focus on your marketing so you can focus on what your company does best...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- SEO
- Web Design
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- Location
- Petah Tikva, Israel
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
IPOINT INT. is a Malta-based digital agency helping ambitious businesses remove noise, make confident decisions, and build digital systems that scale. From branding and UX/UI to web development, software engineering, digital marketing, and creative production six disciplines, one integrated force, b...
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- Digital Services
- Design Services
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
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- Location
- Mġarr, Malta
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Kamil Ussat is a professional IT company delivering end-to-end web solutions. From modern, responsive design to complex custom development. Our team of experts can handle any challenge with confidence while combining creativity with technical excellence to build scalable, reliable, and user-focused digital...
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- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Ashgabat, Turkmenistan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We're a full service digital product team, specialising in the design of complex web applications for the construction, life sciences, manufacturing and fintech industries. We focus on usability and have honed processes that enable rapid, low waste, iterative designs...
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- UI/UX Design
- Product Design
- Design Services
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $110/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Hasnify is a strategic branding and digital design studio focused on helping businesses build clear, memorable brands and intuitive digital experiences. Its approach is centered on the principle of clarity, with an emphasis on making brands easy to understand rather than following short-lived design trends...
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- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Sheridan, Wyoming
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Nertia helps businesses work less and grow more through AI chatbots, digital twins, automations, website design and development...
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- Digital Services
- Design Services
- Product Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Burton upon Trent, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
VYNOXE is an AI-powered digital agency helping small and medium businesses in Europe, the US, and the UAE grow faster through intelligent web design, SEO, local SEO, AI automation, CRM setup, Google Ads, reputation management, and e-commerce development. Founded in 2026 and operating from Munich, Germany...
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Munich, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Silicon Prime AI is a Stanford-rooted enterprise AI lab building Agentic AI, Generative AI, and custom software since 2011. Our patent-pending Aegis AI methodology helps enterprises ship to production twice a week with zero critical defects proven at BJ's Restaurants across 200+ locations. We don't bolt AI...
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- Software Development
- IT Services
- DevOps Consulting
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Ethos Solutions helps businesses grow through data-driven digital marketing strategies that generate measurable results. We specialise in Google Ads, Meta Ads, SEO, website development, and lead generation, working closely with businesses across the UK to increase visibility, attract qualified leads, and...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Glasgow, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Responsive Dev is a freelance front-end development service led by Jim, a senior engineer specializing in fast, reliable fixes for websites and applications. With over 12 years of experience working with organizations such as the World Health Organization, World Economic Forum, and UK public sector teams, Jim...
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- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- Design Services
- Web Design
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- Location
- Brighton, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Digital Jetty is a web app development company offering full-stack development, UI design, and testing services. We work on a subscription basis, giving you flexibility in scope and predictable budgeting over the long run...
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- Web Development
- Software Development
- Design Services
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Łódź, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Quantum 3 Studio builds AI voice agents, websites and custom software that help service businesses win more customers without hiring more staff. Our AI receptionists answer and book calls around the clock, our custom CRMs cut hours of admin down to minutes, and our websites are built to convert. We work with...
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- AI Development
- Web Development
- Software Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Woking, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
The Office of Experience (OX) is a Chicago-based digital agency helping ambitious B2B companies outperform their peers. At the intersection of customer experience, marketing, and technology, OX unites strategy, design, and engineering to transform how companies connect with customers. Capabilities span B2B...
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- Digital Strategy
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
We provide high-quality software, web design, database solutions, and IT services...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Tirana, Albania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
GBL Technologies helps businesses grow with innovative digital, AI, marketing, and technology solutions...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Design Services
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Spring, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $500/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Leaf is a Mumbai-based strategy and design consultancy creating trusted brands, digital products, service experiences and AI-enabled transformation systems...
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- Digital Strategy
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Design Services
- Branding
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- Location
- Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
We Provide Engineering That Helps Companies Change The WorldWith decades of collective experience across cryptography, distributed systems, and full-stack development, we specialize in transforming complex blockchain concepts into resilient, auditable, and scalable production deployments...
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- Software Development
- Blockchain
- Cybersecurity
- IT Services
- Web Design
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- Location
- Charlotte, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
OnTop Local focuses on website design, SEO, keyword rich targeted articles, reviews/reputation, and PPC we help our clients outshine their competition. With in-house programmers we create our own technology and systems to ensure our clients are not only getting the latest and greatest in marketing but we are...
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- PPC
- Content Marketing
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Gilbert, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Equipped with expert, full-stack, agile teams, we help agencies, corporations and start-ups innovate and scale. And we do it on your terms, be it on the front lines or as a behind-the-scenes partner...
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- Mobile App Development
- Blockchain
- Software Development
- AI Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
GrowME Marketing is a highly rated, award-winning full-service agency based in Calgary, Alberta, supporting clients across Canada. The team is focused on delivering strong, measurable results while providing a cost-effective alternative to building an in-house marketing team...
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- Digital Services
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Calgary, Canada
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Shaping brand experiences across digital and physical spaces, Horizium is a London and Essex brand agency specialising in brand identity, web design, SEO, digital marketing, and visual branding. We create clear brand systems, high-performing websites, and search strategies that improve visibility...
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- Branding
- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
- Public Relations
- Web Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Some Say Studio is a creative design and marketing agency based between Stockholm and Mumbai. Blending strategy with soul, we help brands tell their stories with clarity, creativity, and intention...
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- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Stockholm, Sweden
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
HKO Agency is a strategic creative partner for B2B, SaaS, and professional services brands. We build cohesive brand systems, high-impact visual identities, and scalable digital experiences that connect strategy to execution. Our team delivers brand strategy, UI/UX design, websites, content systems...
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- Branding
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Asunción, Paraguay
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Persist Designs is the Design Partner for founders. We embed with early-stage teams to ship brand systems, websites, pitch decks, and product UI that close rounds and convert customers. 60+ companies trust us to move at founder speed without compromising craft. From zero-to-one MVPs to growth-stage...
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- Product Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Elevate your brand with innovative and creative branding designs by Prettify Creative. Boost your business with our expert website design and development, innovative branding, and results-driven digital marketing services...
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- Logo Design
- Web Development
- Software Development
- SEO
- Web Design
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- Location
- Gurgaon, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Tibicle is a human-sized team of developers and innovative people devoted to creating beautiful, useful, and feature-packed stuff with the latest technologies...
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- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- AI Development
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
A B2B SaaS Digital Marketing Agency With Expertise in SEO, GEO, PPC all combined under our trademarked Inbound Engine brand...
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- PPC
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- CRO
- Web Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a Philadelphia creative agency driving conversion for purpose-driven B2B and service businesses through brand-led design and visual media...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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Frequently Asked Questions About Website Design Companies
What services do web design agencies offer?
Web design agencies provide a range of services to plan, create, and improve business websites. Their core services include:
- 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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