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Acadia Marketing creates and offers marketing services that have been proven to transform the success of small businesses. Get ready to take your business to the next level...
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- Location
- Portland, Maine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We are commercial IT company providing web services for business since 1992. We at Megrisoft aim to deliver great quality work & desired results. Megrisoft is one stop shop for its clients to outsource all digital services at one point...
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- Location
- Syracuse, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At Birdhouse Web Design, we create websites that support your business goals. Our team delivers designs that connect with your audience and are built for speed, search engine visibility, and user-friendly functionality. We understand the value of a website that looks great and works reliably. With...
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- St. Paul, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Inwizards is a software consultant, custom web and mobile app development company in USA providing enterprise solutions & software solutions to make your web application...
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- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Frisco, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
FiveUp is a web design and digital marketing agency that offers Web design solutions and help businesses in their growth. We offer our services all across US to both large & small businesses. We combine creativity, technology and strategic thinking to deliver results that are truly outstanding...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Sixth City Marketing taps into the vast potential of your website to improve your online presence. Through our unique hands-on approach, we listen, understand, and then act, ensuring you get optimal results and ROI. See what our data-driven marketing services can do for your business today...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Westlake, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Netpace designs and develops websites, digital products, web applications, mobile apps, and custom software for businesses across industries. Our work combines thoughtful UI/UX, modern engineering, scalable technology, and AI capabilities to create digital experiences that are intuitive, functional, and built...
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- Web Development
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- Web Design
- Software Development
- AI Development
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- Location
- San Ramon, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
WanderCode helps businesses build reliable digital products through AI development, web and mobile app development, UI/UX design, DevOps, software QA, and product development. We focus on practical solutions that solve real business problems, improve workflows, and support long-term growth...
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- eCommerce Development
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Software Testing
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- Location
- Sheridan, Wyoming
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Kocoro is a boutique AI consultancy and digital growth studio. We integrate AI into real business processes — governed and measured — and build B2B growth systems that compound: SEO, GEO, web and thought leadership. Special focus on financial services and M&A firms...
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- Web Development
- Digital Strategy
- Public Relations
- Web Design
- SEO
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- Location
- San Cristóbal de La Laguna, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
MOLO Agency is a London-based full-service digital agency specialising in web design, development, branding, marketing and 3D product visualisation, helping businesses build standout digital platforms and grow online...
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- Web Design
- Product Design
- Digital Marketing
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Kkeydos Infotech is a leading provider of custom software development in web, mobile, cloud, blockchain, BI, AI & IoT for SMBs, startups, and enterprises...
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- Web Development
- Location
- Hyderabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $24/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Clickmode! Your one-stop for all things web design and digital marketing. As a seasoned full-service agency, we take pride in our reputation for first-class professionalism, quality and unbeatable prices among entrepreneurs, professionals, small businesses and corporate companies...
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- Digital Services
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Pretoria, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Gusta is a boutique UX/product design studio specializing in complex operational software the kind used by professionals under real pressure, in real environments. We embed as a design team inside tech companies across Europe and the US, working on logistics platforms, pharma systems, EV infrastructure...
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- Product Design
- Branding
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Valencia, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
iWeb are a full-service eCommerce agency, Magento Professional Solution Partner and Akeneo Silver Partner, with over 23 years experience designing and developing eCommerce websites that deliver results...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Location
- Stafford, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $105/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At Wtem, we take pride in our collaborative approach, where the unique strengths of every team member elevate the final result...
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- Web Design
- Branding
- Location
- Warsaw, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We're more than just a typical web development agency we're a thriving community of digital builders committed to crafting your online kingdom...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Hey there! Welcome to We Roast Design, a Product Design partner for Startup founders, On-demand Full-service designs. Founded by Muhammad Ziyan Abbas back in 2024...
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- Web Design
- Product Design
- Location
- St. Petersburg, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
The concept behind Double Play is straightforward we create websites that combine award-winning design with real business results.To achieve the highest quality, we challenge and motivate each other on every project.Our approach is dynamic, precise, and strategically driven...
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- Web Design
- Branding
- Location
- Brunswick, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
A creative studio dedicated to bespoke website design, emphasizing strategic objectives, seamless user experiences, cohesive visuals, and optimal performance...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- Location
- Lyon, France
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Liana DROZD
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Liana Drozd is a Google-certified, full-cycle UI/UX designer based in Canada, focused on building high-performing websites and mobile app interfaces that convert and scale...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Location
- Saskatoon, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
ITom Dev is a creative web development practice specializing in immersive digital experiences, interactive 3D websites, and modern frontend engineering. Led by Tomasz Szmajda, the practice combines advanced web technologies with creative design to build high-performance applications and visually engaging...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Location
- Strzelce Opolskie, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Pear is an Oslo-based growth partner that combines custom software development and search engine optimization to help businesses generate more organic revenue. Rather than charging retainers, project fees, or hourly rates, Pear operates on a revenue-share model where its compensation is tied to the...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- Location
- Oslo, Norway
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Lydon isn't just a marketing agency; we're your go-to strategic partner for brand growth, performance marketing and business transformation. With over five decades of experience, we've helped companies navigate complex challenges, stand out in crowded markets and connect more meaningfully with the people who...
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- Location
- Northbrook, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
At Hifi Developments, we're more than just a tech company, we're your partners in building smarter digital solutions. Every project we take on is designed to bring real value, blending creativity, speed, and smart tech to help you grow. From bold ideas to final delivery, we build with purpose and precision...
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- Web Development
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- Web Design
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- Location
- Lubbock, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Mutewind Digital is ready to build your high-converting website, intelligent automations, and SEO-first systems. We don't just design we engineer digital infrastructure that performs, grows, and works as hard as you do. We build high-performance websites backed by secure hosting, integrated AI, and a sharp...
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- Web Development
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- Location
- Hatfield, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $135/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
MarketReach is a B2B technology marketing agency that helps complex tech brands say what they mean, show why it matters, and get things done without the usual marketing migraine...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Event Marketing
- Affiliate Marketing
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Nashua, New Hampshire
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $110/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Aveo Software stands as a premier IT solutions and services provider, specializing in custom software, MVP development, and mobile and web app development services across Canada. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, we deliver tailored solutions to meet the diverse needs of our clients, ensuring...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Calgary, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Dubai Web Designer forge digital products and online experiences rooted in user expectations and data to ultimately help our partners grow, innovate, and exceed their business objectives. A team of passionate designers and developers from Dubai, United Arab Emirates...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Branding
- SEO
- Web Development
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $77/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
At NovaWeb, we create modern websites for businesses like yours. Fast, clear, 100% functional and optimized. From design to implementation and maintenance, we cover everything you need for a successful website...
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- Web Development
- SEO
- Branding
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Iași, Romania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
JT Studio is a web design and branding studio in Chandler, Arizona. We build fast, custom websites for service businesses, coaches and B2B companies, then help them show up in Google and in AI search tools like ChatGPT. Every site is hand built with smooth scrolling, real photos and copy written to turn...
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- Web Development
- Branding
- SEO
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Chandler, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Hi! We craft award-winning websites, brands, experiences, and interfaces that users love. Companies and brands like yours partner with us to launch high-performance solutions that deliver business results through user-centric design...
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- Branding
- Digital Services
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Reykjavík, Iceland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $140/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Through 12 years of experience, we take pride in developing amazing software applications used by millions of people around the world...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Software Development
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- Location
- Chula Vista, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
FCS Web Development: Where Excellence Meets Innovation...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Porto, Portugal
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
610 Digital is a digital marketing agency that works with clients to improve the results and outcomes from their digital marketing initiatives. Our focus is to improve your lead acquisition, boost sales and create a better experience for your customers...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Glenmoore, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a seasoned B2B web design agency specializing in crafting stunning and high-performing websites. With over 26 years of focused experience and a commitment to innovation, we're dedicated to helping businesses thrive in the digital landscape...
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- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Santa Cruz, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $170/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
IGUANA media offer printing services for marketing materials, stationery, banners, and signage installation, among others. Over the years, we have cultivated strong relationships with local businesses that provide complementary services, ensuring seamless execution and fulfillment of our clients'...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- East London, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
A Creative Design & Marketing Agency that makes sure your business runs smoothly while you sit back & reap the profits!...
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- Product Design
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Stockholm, Sweden
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
We build the apps from scratch to monetization. Our team collaborates with diverse niches and product categories, aiming to grasp their specific requirements, objectives, and preferences. By doing so, we craft distinct and eye-catching solutions that set them apart in their respective industries...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Location
- Vilnius, Lithuania
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
BrandZap is a design consultancy specializing in b2b startups and growth-stage companies. Unlike giant expensive agencies, or cheap unreliable freelancers, we keep things simple: straight-forward pricing and easy-to-understand website packages...
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- Design Services
- Branding
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
We deliver transformative technologies to some of the worlds most recognized brands. We work with the top performance management vendors including OneStream, Angular, Ionic, Azure, React, Oracle to automate and optimize your business processes, and make your work simpler and more efficient...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- AI Development
- Managed Services
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
For growth-stage software companies operating in regulated environments, where enterprise deals, audits, and regulations block growth, Corpsoft Solutions is a compliance-native software development partner that designs and builds audit-ready systems from day one...
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- Software Development
- IT Compliance Solution
- AI Development
- Cybersecurity
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Wilmington, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
OweBest is a renowned IT company that has development centers in India & sales offices in US & Canada. We've been delivering comprehensive solutions to our clients around the globe for some time and boast with great pride and self-satisfaction about our accomplishments and extensive expertise...
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- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- Software Development
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- Location
- Walnut, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Behind every great victory of an elite driver, there is an innovative team. They don't win by themselves, they achieve victory thanks to a perfect synchronization between the vehicle, technical team, technology, innovation, and driver. At Interfaz, we do the same with synergic innovation: we join forces to...
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- Software Development
- IT Services
- Staff Augmentation
- Cloud Consulting
- Big Data Analytics
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- Location
- San Jose, Costa Rica
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
StudioAugustin is a Design Studio based in Frankfurt am Main, Germany...
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- UI/UX Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Frankfurt, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Airdev is a software development agency based in San Francisco that combines human experts with AI to build world-class products in a fraction of the time and cost of conventional agencies. After 1,000+ builds, we know how to ship fast without sacrificing quality...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- AI Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
Motto® is a strategic branding and digital agency that helps global brands and daring startups scale, disrupt, and lead. From strategy to identity, we build bold, standout brands that win hearts and markets...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Design Services
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $400/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
GT Solutions provides web design, eCommerce development, SEO, AI search optimization, CRO, paid advertising, email automation, analytics, branding, and AI-powered business solutions...
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- Logo Design
- Web Design
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Orlando, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
We are a growth marketing agency headquartered in Business Bay, Dubai. We find unique revenue opportunities in 48 hours and deliver initial results within 30 days while building long-term success. Our expert team has helped companies raise $534M+ in funding while scaling across Dubai, UAE, and GCC markets...
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- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Founded in 2014, MaxSoft builds custom, intelligent software solutions for businesses with complex requirements. We turn ideas and evolving needs into reliable, scalable systems that automate processes, integrate technologies, and support long-term growth across web, mobile, cloud, and AI platforms...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Wearables
- VR/AR
- Web Design
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- Location
- Sofia, Bulgaria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
At Lune Agency, we delve beyond the surface to unearth the essence of your brand. Our journey begins in the depths of your industry's ocean, navigating through the currents of your audience and the tides of your competition. We believe that the heart of differentiation lies in the why of your actions...
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- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Lahore, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 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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