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TenGap.com is a creative digital agency that transforms ideas into immersive brand experiences. Our innovative team blends design expertise with cutting-edge technology to deliver tailor-made solutions for businesses worldwide. From bespoke websites to strategic digital marketing, we drive growth and inspire...
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- Branding
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Web Design
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- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Milda Style helps business owners turn their vision into a powerful brand merging high-end aesthetics with strategy, speed, and expert support every step of the way...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- Logo Design
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- Vilnius, Lithuania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Websites, SEO, and marketing strategy. Built by the person you hire...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- UI/UX Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Clarks Summit, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a boutique Creative Digital Marketing Agency start-up that specializes in crafting exceptional, personalized, targeted, and engaging customer experiences...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Branding
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Hey there! my name is Igor Jurisic, I'm a UI/UX and graphic designer from Zadar, Croatia...
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- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- Branding
- Print Design
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- Location
- Zadar, Croatia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Studio Primal is a creative business that is always moving and improving so it does the design practice, founded by Lukas Jurcik...
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- Web Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Copenhagen, Denmark
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are a communications agency that has been working with a tailored approach: we identify and give voice to the uniqueness that distinguishes every communication intention, small or large. Among the many companies that have chosen to rely on us over time, there are no two in the same sector...
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- Web Design
- Print Design
- Advertising
- Logo Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Ponte Florio, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We believe success isn't measured by pixels, but by performance. That's why every project we take on is designed to deliver impact: more leads, more conversions, more sales. Because when our clients grow, we grow. Its that simple. From sleek websites to custom digital products, we blend design, strategy, and...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- Branding
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- Location
- Dublin, Ireland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Were a remote creative studio focused on website design, print design, and branding.We get your goals, speak your tone, and bring your brand to life...
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- Web Design
- Branding
- Social Media Marketing
- Print Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Kemptville, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Estúdio Naki was born out of a shared desire to connect and communicate effectively. Over time, weve honed our skills in crafting impactful design solutions and have built strong, lasting collaborations with a network of talented professionals to better serve our clients communication needs...
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- Web Design
- Print Design
- Branding
- WordPress Website Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Londrina, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Metabole is a creative studio specializing in interactive, high-performance experiences, designing distinctive and immersive websites for innovative companies...
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- Web Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Paris, France
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At AQRedited, we are passionate about shaping unique and lasting brand identities. We strive to provide businessesregardless of sizewith cost-effective, results-driven branding solutions that ensure they make a strong impression in a crowded marketplace...
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- Web Design
- Video Production
- Branding
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Lexie Conat crafts impactful design solutions that connect with people, motivate engagement, and produce measurable outcomes, usually with an iced latte in hand...
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- Web Design
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
HUGE Creative Agency is a creative digital marketing and branding company based in Eastern Europe. It focuses on turning brand concepts into full experiences across strategy, design, content, and performance marketing for local and international clients...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Tallinn, Estonia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Proportion is an award-winning, multidisciplinary creative studio dedicated to developing branded spaces worth sharing. Specializing in creating cohesive brands that carry from naming and identity through visual communication and interior design, Proportion transforms brands beyond the expected...
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- Branding
- Package Design
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Malden, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Flux Studio Pro is a creative agency helping startups and e-commerce brands build strong identities and websites that grow their business. Working worldwide...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Design Services
- Creative Services
- Web Design
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- Location
- Mohammadpur, Bangladesh
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Riviera Designs is a senior-led London studio (est. 2013) creating brand identities and websites for premium businesses. One team covers strategy, design and engineering, from logo systems and guidelines to Webflow, WordPress and React builds with AI automation...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
At Telenkov, we are driven by a passion for crafting exceptional digital experiences that make a lasting impact. Our goal is to bring your ideas to life through creativity, expertise, and meticulous attention to detail...
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- Package Design
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Fast, secure WordPress & Shopify websites for startups and growing brands, engineered to turn more visitors into customers. Trusted by businesses in USA, UK, UAE & Australia...
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- Web Development
- Graphic Design
- eCommerce Development
- Branding
- Design Services
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- Location
- Taliparamba, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 15 Projects Listed
Elevate your brand to new heights, surpassing competitors with our customized strategies, cutting-edge best-of-breed marketing techniques, and a relentless commitment to maximizing your return on investment...
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- eCommerce Development
- Digital Marketing
- eCommerce
- SEO
- Product Design
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- Location
- Santa Monica, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $145/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
PULSE stands as a boutique production agency situated in Riccione, Italy, specializing in the orchestration of editorial and advertising photo shoots, spanning from modest to expansive scales. Our comprehensive suite of services encompasses all facets of photo production and video executive production, with...
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- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Digital Services
- Branding
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Riccione, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
MindRabbit Media helps premium brands and businesses in New Zealand, Australia & Europe to establish a high-end digital presence through bespoke website design, strategic online marketing & exclusive consulting services. By combining creativity with analytical precision, I deliver tailor-made solutions that...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Pakaraka, New Zealand
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $180/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At the intersection of design and artistic expression we develop your branding strategy and design it to communicate through emotions that resonate with your audiences...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Web Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- São Domingos de Rana, Portugal
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
noformat is a group of designers, developers, innovators, artists, and storytellers who work together to create innovative products. Since our founding in 2001 as a strategic design company located in New York City, we have been applying the depth and breadth of our knowledge to the production of great...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Nous proposons la création de sites internet sur mesure, le référencement naturel (SEO). Nos services s'adressent aux professionnels, artisans et entreprises. Contactez-nous pour un devis personnalisé et découvrez nos offres adaptées...
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- Digital Strategy
- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Lyon, France
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Apptalyst is a software development and digital marketing company. Our team is as wise as tree full of owls and we take great pride in proving our mettle in the services we offer. We strive to serve individuals, small businesses and corporations alike...
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- Mobile App Development
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Great Falls, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Rad5 Media values the creative process, enriching peoples lives, and delivering results that transform businesses. Our process in web design, SEO, video productions and graphic design is to deliver branded content that is high quality, brings clarity to your customers journey, and delivers your business's...
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- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- SEO
- PPC
- Video Production
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- Location
- Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Full Stack Digital Marketing Agency for Growing Your Business Online - Your path to successful Digital Marketing...
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- Digital Marketing
- Digital Services
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Niš, Serbia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $34/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
SumFactors is a results-driven digital marketing agency specializing in SEO, Google Ads, web design, and digital strategy. We help businesses generate more traffic, enquiries, and revenue through tailored, data-led campaigns. From branding and website development to ongoing marketing and optimization, we...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
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- Location
- Ascot, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We align strategy, creative, and tech so your external story matches your internal reality. Senior leadership in every conversation, a partnership that lowers your blood pressure, and work built to last...
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- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Columbus, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Hey there! My name is Racheal Graham, I'm a professional Web Designer and the person behind GreenHouse Creative. I'm truly thankful you've found your way to my small space on the internet...
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- Web Design
- Branding
- SEO
- Web Development
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Santa Rosa Beach, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Our digital marketing agency is dedicated to empowering outdoor, travel & tourism, and wellness brands to change the world and transform communities.We're focused on bringing the right customers to your website to convert. We scale our clients through authentic messaging, unique marketing strategies crafted...
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- Web Design
- AI Development
- CRO
- Web Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Fort Collins, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Unavailabl.
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Unavailabl is a design agency built for problem solvers. We focus on website development, UI/UX design and research, and brandingtailored specifically for small businesses in creative industries...
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- Web Design
- Branding
- Web Development
- Logo Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Washington DC, Washington DC
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
SkyDuck is a vibrant digital agency based in Kuala Lumpur offering services in website design, graphic design, content writing, and social media management...
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- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Content Marketing
- Logo Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Cheras, Malaysia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
HNDRX is a creative studio that empowers bold brands. Through strategy-driven design, we help teams and individuals transform perceptions and inspire lasting impact...
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- Web Design
- Creative Services
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Raglan, New Zealand
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Margalit Cantor is a graphic designer specializing in developing distinctive and thoughtful branding for businesses and institutions that strive to make a meaningful impact. With a focus on visual storytelling and strategic design, she creates identities that not only look compelling but also resonate deeply...
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- Web Design
- Print Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At Slurp Creative, we mix creative vision with smart strategy to build brands that truly connect and make an impact. We are an independent agency that loves crafting identities and creating design work with real connections...
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- Print Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Neon42: Fast Growth for Challenger BrandsNeon42 is an indie consultancy driving measurable growth for challenger brands through strategic facilitation, tailored workshops, and proprietary methodologies.With 40+ global clients, Neon42 delivers impact by optimising strategies, enhancing customer...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Design Services
- Business Consulting
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
We add value, increase sales and offer a great ROI. Offering innovative ideas, great British design, a personal approach and tailored solutions to meet your business needs, we ensure we work with you, not for you. Your opinion matters to us, nobody knows your business better than you do. Your business...
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- Branding
- Package Design
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Inverness, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Glossy IT help SMBs to grow their online presence with Custom Web Development, Maintenance, Security, App & Software Development services at a fractional cost compared to the West. In the last 13 years, we helped 1850+ clients from around still counting. We are more than just a service provider; we are your...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We are more than just a digital marketing agency, we are your strategic growth partners. Our mission is simple: to maximize your online visibility, boost conversions, and deliver measurable success. Our SEO services are built to boost your online visibility and drive consistent, high-quality traffic to your...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Liverpool, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Bright10 is a globally focused digital agency helping ambitious businesses improve how they look, rank and convert online. We create premium websites, e-commerce platforms and digital growth systems supported by SEO, AI search visibility, content and automation. Based in Cape Town and working internationally...
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- Web Design
- Branding
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
A branding and webdesign studio helping ambitious brands show up with clarity and confidence. We craft thoughtful, high-end visuals and websites that feels as good as they look - made for businesses who know the value of doing it right from the start...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Location
- Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At Design Box, we are your go-to destination for all things Creative Digital Marketing! Our team of talented and passionate professionals has the expertise to maximize quality conversions across SEO/Ad Management, Web Development & Hosting. With unique skillsets in Google Adwords, Facebook/Instagram...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- eCommerce Development
- eCommerce
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- Location
- Melbourne, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Meemu is a small independent creative studio founded by Martina Gennari, based in Belluno, Italy. The studio focuses on visual storytelling through branding, packaging, web, and print design...
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- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Belluno, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Matuvu is a Ghent-based studio offering an integrated blend of digital strategy, bespoke web design, and professional photographyfocusing on purpose-driven storytelling and strong visual identities...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Print Design
- UI/UX Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Ghent, Belgium
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At Forbtech Ltd we specialise in building and maintaining websites that continue to sell for our clients. Focusing highly on speed, SEO, User Experience and scalability...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- AI Development
- IT Services
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- Location
- Swadlincote, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We’ve been helping brands develop and define their voice since 2020. The times may have changed, but our love for creativity and problem-solving hasn't. We’re driven by technology and innovation to ensure we fulfill our key mission of helping our clients find their successful futures. Get in touch so that...
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- Content Marketing
- Branding
- SEO
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Gurgaon, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Welcome to the wild, wacky world of iOTA - where creativity knows no bounds and boring is BANNED! We Cook Raw Campaigns Til Perfection!iOTA Infotech Private Limited is an Award Winning Creative Agency running its operations in India since 2017...
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- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Branding
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Mohali, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Undoubt Studio is a design & digital marketing agency that help businesses dominate the online marketplace. Our services include logo & branding design, website design, eCommerce development, digital marketing & SEO...
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- Branding
- Design Services
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Puchong, Malaysia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
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Frequently Asked Questions About Website Design Companies
What services do web design agencies offer?
Web design agencies provide a range of services to plan, create, and improve business websites. Their core services include:
- Custom website design tailored to your brand and goals
- Responsive web design to ensure the site works on desktop, tablet, and mobile
- UI/UX design to make the site easy to use
- Website development to turn designs into functional websites
- Landing page design for campaigns and conversions
- Website redesign to improve outdated or underperforming sites
Beyond these core services, many web design companies also support digital marketing, including search engine optimization, content marketing, and email marketing to help improve visibility in search engines and attract potential customers.
Some also offer brand identity, graphic design, and ongoing web design services like maintenance, updates, and performance improvements to strengthen your online presence over time.
How much do website design companies charge for their services?
Professional web design services typically cost $5,000 to $60,000+. Basic business websites may range from $5,000 to $15,000, custom websites from $15,000 to $30,000, and complex or e-commerce projects from $30,000 to $60,000+. Costs depend on scope, customization, features, and development needs.
How long does it take to build a website?
A typical website design company timeline ranges from a few days to several months, depending on scope, content readiness, and required web development.
- Simple brochure website (1 to 5 pages): 1 to 2 weeks
- Small business website (5 to 15 pages, blog, forms): 4 to 8 weeks
- eCommerce website (standard features, 10 to 100 products): 8 to 16 weeks
- Large-scale custom website (bespoke features, integrations): 4 to 6+ months
- Custom web application: 6 to 12+ months
Most delays come from two things: missing content (copy, images, product data) and an unclear scope that expands during the web design project.
If content is ready and approvals are fast, timelines compress. If content is late and feedback is slow, timelines stretch.
What are the hidden costs of web design?
Hidden web design costs usually show up in two phases: before launch and after launch.
Pre-launch hidden costs
- Stock photos, fonts, and premium plugins (one-time fees plus renewals)
- Scope creep and extra revisions beyond what the contract includes
- Content creation (copywriting, product descriptions, graphics)
- Content migration from an old site (formatting, redirects, image cleanup)
- Integrations (CRM, booking, payments, analytics) that require extra setup and testing
Post-launch hidden costs
- Web hosting and domain renewal (often increases as traffic grows)
- SSL certificate upgrades for ecommerce or higher trust requirements
- Website maintenance and security (updates, backups, monitoring, fixes)
- Email hosting (Google Workspace or Microsoft 365 per user)
These costs appear because a website build quote often covers only the core design and development. Anything tied to licensing, content production, ongoing ownership, or changes outside the original scope gets billed separately unless the statement of work includes it.
What is the difference between web design and web development?
Web design defines the visual interface and user experience of a website, while web development implements that design through code and technical functionality.
| Aspect | Web design | Web development |
| Core responsibility | Defines the design, layout, and user experience | Builds and maintains the website through code |
| Primary objective | Ensure the site is clear, engaging, and aligned with brand identity | Ensure the site works correctly, loads fast, and supports required features |
| Deliverables | Wireframes, mockups, prototypes, and visual systems | Front-end interfaces, back-end systems, and integrations |
| Key disciplines | UX design, UI design, responsive web design | Front-end, back-end, and full-stack web development |
| Business impact | Influences perception, usability, and user engagement | Enables functionality, performance, and scalability |
Web design's main focus:
- Structure and site design
- Visual hierarchy and interface clarity
- User experience and UX design
- Mobile and responsive design
- Conversion-focused landing page design
Web development's main focus:
- Coding and website development
- Front-end implementation (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
- Back-end systems and databases
- Integrations, security, and performance
- CMS setup and custom functionality
What are the best web design companies in 2026?
What should I ask before hiring a web design company?
Ask about relevant experience, project scope, timelines, revision limits, ownership of design files, mobile optimization, and post-launch support. Also clarify who will work on the project and how progress will be communicated.
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