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Helium is a South Africa-based digital agency specializing in custom web design, AI automations, SEO, and digital growth solutions. The agency helps businesses build high-performing digital ecosystems that generate leads, improve efficiency, and support long-term growth. By combining strategy, design...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- AI Development
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- Location
- Sandton, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Vizantir Design Studio builds custom, high-performance websites for premium brands and established businesses that demand more than a template. Based in Las Vegas, we combine strategic thinking with modern development to deliver sites that reflect the caliber of the brands we work with...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Las Vegas, Nevada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Driftlss is a web development and digital marketing agency founded in Appleton, Wisconsin. WE specialize in building high-performance websites and executing data-driven digital marketing strategies for small business, service providers, and growing brands...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- AI Development
- Web Development
- SEO
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- Location
- New London, Wisconsin
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Zyntix is a Berlin-based studio building handcrafted websites for SMEs, freelancers, and startups across the DACH region. We pair bespoke web design with reliable managed hosting so clients get a site that looks sharp and actually performs, without agency overhead or freelancer risk. Every project runs...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Managed Services
- SEO
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- Location
- Berlin, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Were an innovative Website Design and Digital Marketing team based in Essex, specialising in Website Design, Search Engine Optimisation (SEO), and Google AdWords (PPC)...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Basildon, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
We specialise in crafting bespoke websites that are not only visually stunning but also intuitive and user-friendly. Our experts will create stunning, responsive websites that not only captivate your audience but also drive results. Whether you need a sleek corporate site, an engaging Woocommerce platform, or...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Rickmansworth, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Top Rated Virtual Assistant, Virtual Assistant & Digital Marketing Agency. We offer a range of Virtual Assistant and Digital Marketing Services to benefit your business. The team of experts at XpertVA provides tailored solutions for all your business needs. We believe in teamwork, creative freedom, and...
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- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Graphic Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Englishtown, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $8/hr
At Acclamé we help growing brands discover their strengths and become relevant by creating a brand identity that reflects the values and quality of their products. We are a branding and packaging design agency with a focus on retail brands. Services include brand strategy, visual identity, corporate logo...
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- Branding
- Package Design
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- Bucharest, Romania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
We are a bicoastal branding agency that crafts strategic design, distinctive packaging, and sales-driven web design for food and beverage, restaurants, venues, hotels, and retail brands...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Package Design
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- Location
- Asheville, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
SUM, a luxury branding and marketing agency in London, partners with ambitious global clients. We offer a comprehensive suite of services from visual identity to website development and social media streamlining your branding journey so you can focus on your core business...
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- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Logo Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Sabre Digital is a London-based ecommerce growth agency founded by Harry, who scaled his own DTC brand (Furrfetch) to £1.2M in year one before launching the agency. Every strategy Sabre uses was tested first-hand with real money. The agency specializes in Shopify development, Google Ads, Meta Ads, TikTok...
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- PPC
- AI Development
- eCommerce Development
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Our clients trust us to help them make their mark on the web and create a powerhouse of growth through strategic marketing campaigns and Superior User Experience...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- Web Design
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Metairie, Louisiana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
SnapSite is a digital systems and growth engineering company that builds integrated online sales infrastructures for modern businesses. Combining website architecture, AI automation, CRM systems, SEO, analytics, and conversion-focused design, SnapSite transforms traditional websites into scalable digital...
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Web Design
- AI Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Halle (Saale), Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Alchemi Design is a full service graphic design and marketing company located in the Annapolis, Maryland area. We are committed to our clients and passionate for creative content branding...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Design Services
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- Location
- Arnold, Maryland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
At Whitewater, we bring brands to life through bespoke design, branding, photography & videography, artworking, and email campaigns. With a focus on the beauty and hospitality sectors, we deliver creative solutions that captivate your audience and elevate your business...
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- Design Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Bury St Edmunds, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
We are Analiize, a marketing crew who's really good at digital and performance marketing. No fluff, no guessworkjust smart strategies that drive growth. Whether its social media, SEO, paid ads, or web design (like this one), we simplify the complex and deliver results you can see...
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- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
- SEO
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
My artistic journey began at Mitchell/Montcalm High School in Sherbrooke, where I focused on Art, Culture, Photography, and Video. I later pursued an AEC in Interior Design at Champlain College. Driven by a passion for photography, I continued to refine my digital skills through additional training, which...
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- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
- Advertising
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- Location
- Sherbrooke, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At WarmRed Creative, we design brands that stick just like your favorite childhood sweet. Our branding and design studio in Tunbridge Wells helps businesses craft irresistible brand identities, advertising and websites that customers crave...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- SEO
- AI Development
- Advertising
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- Location
- Heathfield, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Standish Services is a founder-led Dubai web design and WordPress development company helping businesses build, repair and maintain reliable websites. We specialise in WordPress, website maintenance, repair and recovery, AI readiness audits and practical automation workflows that reduce manual admin and...
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- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
fpiccolo.com is a strategic visual design house dedicated to scaling businesses through the architecture of authority. We operate under a strict principle: Branding is not merely an aesthetic choice, but a critical business lever that converts perception into profit...
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- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Chertsey, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
AI isnt a feature its now part of the creative DNA of every high-performing brand. At Peak Seven, we use our growing ecosystem of 450+ custom AI agents to elevate strategy, accelerate workflows, and supercharge every part of the marketing experience...
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- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Branding
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- Location
- Boca Raton, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Omnibus Creative Studio is a boutique creative agency specializing in branding, design & marketing based in Sacramento, California. Amazing clients have allowed us to produce work we are proud of...
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- Creative Services
- Branding
- Web Design
- Print Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Sacramento, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
GooseWorks is a branding and web design studio. We're a small yet powerful team of experts working closely with our clients to create, launch, and expand remarkable brands. Keep scrolling to see a glimpse of our recent projects...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Branding
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Web Designer for small businesses. We build websites that are beautiful AND book clients and make you money!...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Reading, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a web development agency based in Buenos Aires, Argentina, specializing in web design, SEO, website development, and digital marketing strategy. With over 20 years of experience, our adaptable team partners with agencies and direct clients across various industries...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Comprising a dynamic ensemble of creative experts, we specialize in web design, e-commerce, PPC (Pay-Per-Click) advertising, SEO (Search Engine Optimization), and social media. Our fervor lies in assisting businesses to forge robust online footprints, steer focused traffic, and attain exceptional outcomes...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- PPC
- Branding
- Video Production
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- Location
- Leeds, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Since 2010, we have created diverse digital experiences and Open Source solutions. To ensure our clients receive responsive service and deep market expertise, we have strategically established our presence in both Europe and Asia...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Digital Strategy
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Lyon, France
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Webvulkan is an agency specialized in the development of institutional websites, online stores, and web apps. We work with a focus on performance, usability, and conversion, creating digital experiences that make sense for users and generate value for clients...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Curitiba, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
STYL one moves you forward. No paperwork. No billable hours. No delays. Just performance-grade design that gets your business. Streamlined, reliable, relentless...
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- Web Design
- Branding
- UI/UX Design
- CRO
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- Location
- Visoko, Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
A full-service subscription-based agency that takes care of your web design, development, SEO, and digital marketing, so that you can focus on your business with peace of mind...
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- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Dover, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
TheBomb® builds custom websites and digital experiences that dont just look good they perform. From conversion-focused web design and fast, modern development to SEO strategy, e-commerce builds, PPC campaigns and ongoing maintenance, we give companies a competitive edge online. Proudly Canadian and serving...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- eCommerce Development
- PPC
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- Location
- Armstrong, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
NIKPT is one person who designs and codes websites. The whole thing, from the first concept to the last line of code. No team, no middlemen, no templates. Every project gets its own visual language. I design around the brand, not around a style I'm comfortable with...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
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- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $95/hr
NewVisibility is a Web & AI Agency based in Como, driven by a single mission: to bring visibility to what might otherwise go unnoticed. Every great project begins with belief. We start by listening carefully to your needs, valuing every idea, suggestion, and vision to shape a solution that truly reflects your...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Managed Services
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Cantù, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Promaxis is a performance marketing and AI automation agency based in Lausanne. We help SMEs in French-speaking Switzerland generate measurable growth through Google Ads, Meta & LinkedIn Ads, conversion-focused websites, optimized funnels, and advanced tracking...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- Branding
- Social Media Marketing
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Lausanne, Switzerland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
T2 Group is a web design and digital growth agency focused on helping businesses in Egypt, the Gulf region, and international markets build a stronger online presence. The company combines website design, SEO, Google Ads, and ongoing website support to help businesses attract customers, establish credibility...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Cairo, Egypt
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Pansyer is a technical web development and UI/UX agency dedicated to building the digital backbone of modern brands. We bridge the gap between pixel-perfect design and enterprise-grade performance, specializing in high-speed Framer, Webflow, and Shopify ecosystems...
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- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Digital Services
- Web Design
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- Location
- Sofia, Bulgaria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Vix Media Group empowers businesses by providing expert guidance for organic growth. Our team of industry professionals collaborates to deliver impactful, results-driven campaigns. We build meaningful partnerships, focusing on our clients unique goals to drive significant outcomes...
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- SEO
- Media Buying
- PPC
- Digital Services
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We build complete brand systems. From positioning and visual identity to websites, ecommerce and launch strategies, every element is designed to help businesses communicate value, convert customers and scale with clarity...
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- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Fort Lauderdale, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Crevio is a UI/UX and digital product design agency founded in 2025. We help startups, SaaS companies, and growing businesses shape complex ideas into intuitive digital experiences across web, mobile, and software products...
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- Digital Services
- Design Services
- Product Design
- Creative Services
- Branding
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- Location
- Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Walder Studio, is a women-owned graphic design firm based in Cleveland, Ohio, and Austin, Texas. We offer graphic design, branding, web design and development, signage and wayfinding design, and more to create engaging solutions for our clients...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- WordPress Website Design
- Print Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Cleveland, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Based in Melbourne, Australia, Jo Cutri Studio is a versatile design firm collaborating with global brands. We excel in brand, packaging, and web design...
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- Branding
- Package Design
- Web Design
- Logo Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Melbourne, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We are a digital design and development agency that combines creativity and technology to turn your ideas into reality. Explore our services in branding, web design, e-commerce stores, and graphic materials. Your brand deserves the best lets create something amazing together!...
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- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Branding
- Print Design
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- Location
- Caxias do Sul, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Bath agency building custom-coded websites and local SEO for small businesses & trades...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
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- Location
- Bath, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
fagerström is an independent design studio developing unique, cohesive and meaningful solutions for bold brands that stray from the ordinary. We work for clients from all over the world and across different industries; from startups to large corporations. Our services include brand strategy, visual identity...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
- Design Services
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Madrid, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Ali Tarhan Digital Workshop is an Istanbul-based creative studio crafting strategy-led, minimal digital experiences that combine strong visual design, thoughtful interaction, and clear brand focus...
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- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Branding
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Üsküdar, Turkey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
A Rockhampton Marketing Agency aimmed at helping local businesses thrive...
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- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Rockhampton, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Bright Labs is a full-service Australian digital agency specializing in websites, eCommerce platforms, AI-powered experiences, and performance-driven digital marketing solutions. Since 2004, the agency has partnered with ambitious organizations across industries including healthcare, government, retail...
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- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Melbourne, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
We're a remote-first digital agency for the retail and arts industries. Our team is experienced in customising WordPress websites to achieve the look you want for your business, consistent with your brand as well as integrating other business software. We make visually beautiful, intuitive, highly functional...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce
- eCommerce Development
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Cheltenham, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $130/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Based in Lynchburg, Virginia, Creative Labs is a veteran Shopify Partner agency that has been elevating eCommerce since 2012. With a portfolio of over 800 brands across six continents, we specialize in high-converting custom development, SEO, paid media, and conversion optimization...
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- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- SEO
- PPC
- CRO
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- Location
- Forest, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $95/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Bigbuda is a CRO-first digital agency in Santiago, Chile and Toronto. Since 2010 we help 2,000+ brands sell more from the traffic they already have: CRO, UX, web design & development (Webflow, Shopify), SEO/AEO/GEO and marketing. 265+ five-star Google reviews...
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- CRO
- SEO
- AEO
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Santiago, Chile
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 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.




















































