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As a versatile digital marketer emphasising brand visibility and online presence, I specialise in assisting businesses in building and enhancing their online presence. My main goal is to help them attract and captivate their target audience, leading to increased growth and revenue...
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- Web Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Digital Strategy
- Video Production
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- Location
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Publicly-listed on Nasdaq First North: FRAM B, Fram^ is proud to rank #212 among Europe's 1,000 fastest growing companies by Financial Times...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Cybersecurity
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- Location
- Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
Launch Smarter designs high-performing websites and brand experiences for companies ready to scale. We blend strategy, design, and automation to help businesses grow smarterwith results that convert, brands that stand out, and systems that scale...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- PPC
- Graphic Design
- Advertising
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- Location
- Winchester, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 14 Projects Listed
We help B2B organizations stand out and reach new heights with beautifully designed, ready-to-convert websites and a unique, scalable, marketing framework...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- PPC
- SEO
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
e-Service by Puzzo Davide offers a comprehensive resource hub featuring articles, reviews, comments, suggestions, and best practices to optimize your website and personal computer usage. Explore our platform to gain valuable insights and maximize the potential of your digital assets...
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- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Ragusa, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 17 Projects Listed
HireFullStackDeveloperIndia is a top Web & Mobile App Development Company in India specializes in delivering custom Full Stack development services that can automate your business processes and boost your sales...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- IT Services
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Crafted is a highly regarded automotive branding agency that focuses on branding and delivering visually captivating digital solutions, with a particular emphasis on startups...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Design Services
- Web Development
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Are you a startup or enterprise looking to take your business to the next level? Blank Space offers a comprehensive range of technology consultancy services to help you generate ideas, build products and accelerate growth. We can help you transform your business and reach new heights...
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- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
- PPC
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- Location
- Mississauga, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $110/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
BLACKT is a creative design & development agency from Paris.We craft bold brands and digital experiences that stand out, connect, and perform.Make digital impact ️...
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- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Paris, France
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 13 Projects Listed
In today's business landscape, the synergy between WEB DESIGN and GRAPHIC DESIGN is pivotal for a thriving enterprise. Crafting a compelling brand identity stands as the cornerstone of success. A well-designed website is essential to seizing the attention of potential customers and prompting them to engage...
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- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Video Production
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- Location
- Bethesda, Maryland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Visualab is a strategy-driven design and music marketing agency based in Los Angeles. We unify our creative, digital and marketing expertise to provide comprehensive solutions for businesses of all kinds looking to gain greater competitive advantage in today's market...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
- eCommerce Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
At Hummingbird Marketing Services, we design beautiful, mobile-friendly websites that make your business stand out from the rest of the flock. We write content driven by SEO so that your potential customers find you on Google. And we turn your customers into ravings fans on social media...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Branding
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Edmonds, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 16 Projects Listed
We are a small marketing consultant agency located within Dayton, Ohio that assists in giving others a louder voice. We provide creative digital marketing and branding strategies, along with web and graphic design, through visual and personal communication. We are a small social enterprise that has assisted...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Dayton, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a web development and design agency primary focusing on Shopify and e-commerce. Focusing on your business growth, we blend expert Web development, innovative Ecommerce solutions, and strategic UX/UI design. Whether you're launching a new digital storefront, optimizing an existing platform, or scaling...
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- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Kyiv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
RaftLabs is an AI-first software development and growth marketing company that helps startups, SaaS companies, digital agencies, and enterprise teams build, launch, and scale digital products...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 40 Projects Listed
Founder-led, bilingual web design company in Fort Worth, TX. P2L builds mobile-first websites in English and Spanish for businesses of every size across the US. From $249: written fixed price, first draft in 24 hours, balance due only after you approve. You own your domain and site...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- CRO
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- Location
- Fort Worth, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Evanic Freelancing Solutions is a top-tier digital solutions agency specializing in mobile app development, website creation, and high-performance digital marketing. With a mission to Build the Future of Technology, One Line of Code at a Time, we combine creativity, speed, and technical excellence...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Ilesa, Nigeria
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Honeycomb Software is an IT Consulting and Software development company serving clients since March 2015...
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- Software Development
- Web Development
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $36/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 14 Projects Listed

Visual Oasis
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Visual Oasis helps businesses become easier to understand, harder to ignore and better equipped to grow...
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- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Video Production
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- Location
- Skellefteå, Sweden
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Based in Market Harborough Leicestershire we have a dedicated team creating the best solutions that work for you...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- SEO
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Market Harborough, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Every detail counts when it comes to how you want to be perceived. Our goal is to help bring balance, focus and synergy to your business through digital marketing and web development...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $135/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
AgProp is a Berlin-based digital studio that specializes in creating digital products, services, and communication strategies for clients. Our focus is on designing and developing digital solutions that help brands grow, communicate, and connect effectively online...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Location
- Berlin, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Hi, I'm Art a passionate full-stack design strategist and AI enthusiast. I focus on crafting unique digital identities that elevate your brand...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Kelowna, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We offer development for web & mobile apps, product integration, custom-made software, extended development teams (nearshore), IT, Web Design, CMS solutions, UX/UI design, branding, SEO and social media content...
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- Web Design
- IT Services
- Mobile App Development
- Branding
- SEO
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- Location
- Hermosillo, Mexico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Submerge Creative specializes in innovative marketing strategies designed to immerse our clients in success. Our passion lies in unlocking their full potential, transforming their aspirations into achievable realities. By prioritizing SEO and content creation, we consistently position our clients as industry...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Hatfield, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Storypages Agency creates cutting-edge websites and help our clients get them ranked highly in local search results for their most lucrative services. We will revamp your website and get it noticed online so that you may finally appear in search results for those seeking for the most lucrative aspect of your...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- Location
- Oakland, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Inconsistent branding kills consumer trust and revenue growth. At Matthew and Grace, we empower founders and CEOs to achieve their marketing goals through effective strategic branding and design solutions that build strong connections with their target audience and drive revenue growth...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Print Design
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- Location
- Durban, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
Triagons, driven by innovation, excels in crafting impactful digital products through a team of top-tier talents. Our approach seamlessly merges design and value, elevating our clients' visions to unparalleled heights in the digital world...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Culiacán, Mexico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Kimmy Tran Designs helps fearless brands push boundaries. A design studio driven by edge, emotion, and attitude, combining moody visuals, bold color palettes, and striking typography to create work that stands out and stays memorable...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $135/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 14 Projects Listed
Whether marketing memorable brands, or designing alluring interiors, at Desert Society were passionate about generating creativity to help the people and businesses of the SoCal region shine that much brighter...
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- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Design Services
- Web Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
We are your choice agency for building web applications. From small and medium businesses, to organizations that need and online presence, and startups in search of a competent team, awesome pages is the best brand to bring your ideas to life...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Location
- New Karu, Nigeria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Welcome to Studio 68 Web Design! We specialize in creating affordable websites for small businesses in Columbus and beyond. At Studio 68 Web Design, we understand that as a small business owner, you have a lot on your plate and a limited budget to work with. That's why we offer cost-effective solutions to...
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- Web Design
- Location
- Columbus, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Rapp Creative Studio is a web design, copywriting, & media production company in Cleveland, Ohio specializing in helping businesses stand out from the noise through clarity in messaging, custom produced media, and purpose driven website design...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Location
- Cleveland, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Liquid Light Design & Marketing specializes in crafting modern, high-impact websites for professionals, startups, and established businesses. Our expertise spans custom web design, comprehensive branding strategies, SEO marketing to enhance online visibility, and AI-driven business consulting for smart...
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- Web Design
- Branding
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- AI Development
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We bring main character energy back into brands.10+ years of turning big ideas into bigger brands through design, websites, visual fx, & strategy for CPG brands...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Package Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
JetSoftPro comprises a network of tech professionals dedicated to helping your business achieve its technology objectives through exceptional software development and data science expertise. Our team is committed to delivering superior solutions that drive your success...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- VR/AR
- Blockchain
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- Location
- Lviv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Focusing on remarkable online experiences, we provide clients with customized solutions designed to enhance their digital presence. Every project is crafted to attract attention and engage audiences in a meaningful way...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Location
- Venray, Netherlands
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Paula Ostroviesky is a UX/UI designer who combines a strong foundation in marketing and project management. Driven by creativity and innovation, she focuses on helping businesses grow through impactful and thoughtfully crafted design solutions...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
MessApps isn't just about building apps; we're building dreams. Work with us and see how our expert app development can elevate your project...
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- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Nice Grizzly is committed to supplying businesses of all sizes with attractive and effective websites that help them establish a strong online presence. We design websites that are unique to your brand and message. We create visually striking, search engine and user experience-optimized websites using our...
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- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- SEO
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Charlotte, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
At DIGITECH, we believe that inside every impossible is a possible trying to get out. We are a team of creative thinkers and problem solvers dedicated to expanding the limits of what is possible across Google search...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- PPC
- Branding
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Full service web design agency for musicians and creative industry professionals...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Location
- Saulkrasti, Latvia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Creoideas Web Design is an Extremadura-based agency specializing in web design, online stores, SEO and SEM positioning, social media, and online marketing. Based in Extremadura, we work throughout the country. We design websites that adapt to any device, offering visitors a unique experience...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Graphic Design
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Mérida, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
At MOW Designs, our mission is to uphold and enhance brand excellence through innovation, integrity, and empathy, creating impactful experiences, while fostering meaningful connections...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Mobile App Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Lagos, Nigeria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are a creative agency focused on strategy, design, and advertising. Our mission is to develop brands that are bold, powerful, and unforgettable...
Top Services:
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
- SEO
- Media Buying
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Meridian, Idaho
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Rauls Web Studio is a Houston-based web design company helping small businesses grow with clean, modern websites. From custom design to SEO and e-commerce, we build user-friendly sites that look great and perform even better. No templates. No fluff. Just honest, high-quality work tailored to your brand and...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- eCommerce Development
- Content Marketing
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
chadworks is for motivated clients that seek authentic digital presence as a counter measure to social media burnout and AI saturation...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $315/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Inventriks represents a client-centric digital agency that excels in various facets of digital innovation. Our core expertise spans across a spectrum of services, including robust web development, dynamic eCommerce solutions, cutting-edge app development, and strategic online marketing initiatives. At the...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Surrey, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
We are a marketing agency that specializes in video production...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Rochester, New Hampshire
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Welcome to Made By Momoko a boutique web design studio based in Edmonton, Canada. We work with startups, entrepreneurs, and small to mid-sized businesses to create polished, professional websites that help them build a strong foundation for success...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- Location
- Edmonton, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project 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.



















































