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Solvingo Solutions, specialized in cutting-edge AI and LLMs development, offers expertise in webapp development and frontend development with AI functions. We are dedicated to harnessing the power of artificial intelligence and machine learning to deliver innovative, fast, and cost-effective solutions for...
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- AI Development
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- Budapest, Hungary
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Quality SMI is an agency specialized in digital solutions that enhance your company's online presence. With services that include SEO, social media management, Google Ads, and development of responsive layouts, we help brands stand out in the digital environment and achieve their business objectives in an...
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- Location
- Guarulhos, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Xponent21 is a premier digital marketing agency in Richmond, VA, focused on driving growth through tailored, results-oriented strategies. We specialize in brand strategy, SEO, SEM, video production, UX design, generative AI, and sustainability marketing. Our goal is to create impactful digital experiences...
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- Digital Services
- Video Production
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Richmond, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $225/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
VENRUP connects startups and enterprises with the top 1% remote talent in 24 hours. Create or augment existing teams fast with vetted talent...
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- Logo Design
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- Product Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We're a 360° digital consulting agency. We help SaaS, tech and web companies grow and get results.Our consulting services are based on the 4 digital pillars: strategy, marketing, solutions and data...
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- Digital Strategy
- Branding
- SEO
- CRM Consulting
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- Location
- Paris, France
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Driving continuous improvement for blockchain and decentralized projects. We empower clients to focus on tech while we optimize their market success...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Web Development
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- Location
- Vilnius, Lithuania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Radioactive Devs provides innovative tech solutions, from software development to IT consultancy, tailored to drive growth...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Rexett is a leading technology solutions provider specializing in custom software development, web and mobile app development, and innovative design services. Our expertise spans across creating cutting-edge websites, dynamic web applications, and user-centric mobile apps tailored to your unique business...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Gothenburg, Sweden
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Digital Marketing - All your social media management, SEO, PPC and lead generation (get you new revenue)...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Markham, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
MTech Media is a full-service digital-marketing agency based in Totowa, New Jersey. The firm provides services such as local SEO, Google Ads management, web design & development, social-media marketing and brand-design strategy for businesses of all sizes...
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- Digital Services
- PPC
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Totowa, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We are a full stack marketing agency. We specialise in helping businesses establish their brands, navigate new markets, uncover product-market fit, and generate high-quality leads that convert into a thriving sales pipeline...
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- Digital Services
- Video Production
- Branding
- Web Development
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
YouTube Video Production Video Agency...
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- Video Marketing
- Digital Strategy
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Sheridan, Wyoming
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
Mesherma Studios isn't your typical agencywe're your growth partner. Based in Paramaribo, Suriname, we bring a refreshingly non-traditional perspective to branding, marketing, and advertising...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Design Services
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Paramaribo, Suriname
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We don't just build websites; we build digital dreams. We craft stunning online experiences that captivate audiences, elevate brands, and drive business growth...
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- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
- Content Marketing
- Email Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Birmingham, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Mind & Logic is a boutique application design and development shop specializing in web based custom solutions. From simple content based websites to full stack applications with complex backend integrations and data sources, Mind & Logic is a one stop shop for your app dev needs.Mind & Logic has extensive...
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- eCommerce Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Naperville, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
829 Studios is a fully integrated marketing agency that combines deep strategic expertise with creative execution. Our team specializes in performance marketing, branding, web development, and full-funnel digital campaigns that drive measurable results. From SEO and paid media to email, content, and design...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Well help your brands story move faster, reach further, and stand out in a crowded marketplace. DoubleShot Creative (DSC) is a nimble and dynamic creative force, delivering high-impact marketing, compelling media, engaging events, and memorable brand experiences. Its the ideal fusion of digital strategy and...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Redwood City, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
With 20+ years of experience in complex custom software development projects, we are a reliable Swiss partner for software innovation. Our mission is supporting our customers with innovative solutions that set them apart from the average. We help companies strengthen their uniqueness and fully integrate their...
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- Mobile App Development
- Digital Strategy
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Bubikon, Switzerland
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Long Weekend is a performance-focused digital marketing agency in Cleveland, OH. We help service businesses and growth-stage brands (saas, ecommerce, etc) generate qualified leads and revenue through SEO, Google Ads, paid social (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok ads), and conversion-focused web design...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- CRO
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Cleveland, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a creative marketing studio focused on crafting meaningful impact through strategy, design, and technology. We help brands grow, connect, and stand out in the digital space from bold visual identities to engaging web experiences. Driven by curiosity and data, we turn ideas into results that truly...
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- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Lublin, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Our difference is simple: senior-strategist access, measurable outcomes, and purpose built into the business model. Every quarter, we donate a portion of profits to initiatives that support communities locally and around the world so your digital transformation also fuels real-world impact...
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- AI Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Phoenix, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Headless Coders is a Sydney-based WordPress development company offering expert WordPress, WooCommerce, and plugin development services...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- AI Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Sydney, Australia
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
At Sidd Digital Agency, we build high-performance websites and implement data-driven SEO strategies to help businesses grow online. Our focus is on clean development, strong user experience, and measurable results, serving clients across the US, UK, Canada, and beyond...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Kalispell, Montana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Voxire is a digital solutions agency based in Lebanon, helping businesses dominate their industries through web development, UI/UX design, digital marketing, and SaaS product development. We serve startups, restaurants, e-commerce brands, and local businesses across Lebanon and the Middle East...
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- Digital Services
- Branding
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- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Beirut, Lebanon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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- Mobile App Development
- Business Consulting
- Reputation Management
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Takoradi, Ghana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
FTW is a marketing agency. We work with ambitious business owners and leaders to build brands people care about, demand that converts, and experiences that keep customers coming back...
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- Branding
- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- Logo Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $105/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Tekbyt is a digital product studio that designs and develops websites, SaaS platforms, web and mobile apps, e-commerce solutions, and AI-powered business systems for startups and growing companies...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Blockchain
- AI Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Seattle, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
Perth SEO agency with published pricing, no lock-in contracts and unedited Search Console case studies. Local SEO, Google Maps, AI search and web design...
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- Digital Services
- Reputation Management
- Digital Strategy
- Logo Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Canning Vale, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Horizon Web Group builds custom websites, web applications, AI-powered tools, and business automation systems for companies that need technology designed around how they actually work. We combine full-stack engineering with business strategy to create practical digital systems from customer-facing platforms...
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- Web Development
- Software Development
- SEO
- CRM Consulting
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- Location
- Lagos, Nigeria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Pixelon is an Istanbul agency that plans, produces and measures digital growth for clinics, health tourism and product brands. One team covers websites, social media, Google and Meta ads, SEO and brand identity, so strategy, content and media stay in one plan instead of being split between vendors...
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- SEO
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- Location
- Istanbul, Turkey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We help make the development journey as simple as possible. Our expert account executives and Project Managers work closely with you to identify the desire functionality of your business and prepare a detail estimate we use a streamlined and efficient production cycle (agile development) to produce...
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- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Hey, let me intriduce myself. My name is Hussein Deeb, I'm a graphic designer, with one decade of experience in web design, branding and print production...
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- Graphic Design
- Location
- Dahlenburg, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
GreyBox Creative is a boutique branding agency based in New York City, dedicated to helping businesses transform their brands into powerful assets. Known for delivering high-quality design solutions across multiple touchpoints, the agency combines strategic thinking with creative execution to build brands...
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- Branding
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
MISAMI is a creative studio based in Amsterdam, crafting brand experiences that feel familiar yet unexpectedlike a memory you cant quite place. Alongside strategy and design, the studio explores new storytelling possibilities through AI-generated visuals and motion...
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- Web Design
- Branding
- Product Design
- Location
- Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Angello Torres is a designer driven by a more is more philosophy blending the sensitivity of Monet with the rich, layered complexity of El Bosco. Born in Peru and trained at the University of Buenos Aires, he has built a strong foundation in graphic design...
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- Web Design
- Branding
- Location
- Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
The Dev Alley is a digital development company based in Ioannina, Greece, specializing in innovative software and digital solutions for businesses. The company provides end-to-end services spanning software engineering, CMS development, UI/UX design, and digital transformation...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Ioannina, Greece
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Web Intro is a digital growth agency helping startups and businesses succeed online through website design, SEO, and result driven marketing...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- New Delhi, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
You shouldn't worry about finding customers - you're looking for more targeted website traffic, revenue, qualified leads, and a higher return on your marketing expense. We establish shared goals and metrics, drive qualified traffic to your site, increase conversion rates, and grow your revenue...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Ideators, an Incorporated Registered Firm with a presence & clientele in Florida, Texas, Boston, San Francisco, Australia, Hong Kong, & Portugal is an emerging Digital Services & Solutions Firm. We ensure to integrate the expertise of the team professionals along with innovativeness, and your requir...
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- Software Development
- Software Testing
- Mobile App Development
- IT Services
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- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Zivanta Analytics is an IT and big data analytics company that empowers businesses with data-driven insights and cutting-edge technology solutions. By leveraging advanced analytics and IT expertise, the company helps organizations optimize performance, enhance decision-making, and drive growth...
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- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- Big Data Analytics
- IT Services
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- Location
- Eden Prairie, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
We are a small digital marketing agency specializing in helping small to mid-size businesses thrive. We have over 15 years of experience in digital marketing, including work for very large national brands and small businesses such as law firms. We support small businesses and love to help them flourish...
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- Advertising
- SEO
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- Location
- Indianapolis, Indiana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We are Novagram, a creative agency founded in 2010 in London, UK. Specializing in branding, design and digital development...
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- Print Design
- Branding
- Package Design
- Logo Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Best Marketing Agency is a full-service digital marketing agency that cares only about 1 thing. We show you results in 14 days or you fire us and still pay nothing...
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- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Email Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Reputation Management
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- Location
- Singapore, Singapore
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
LOOR Lab is a team of Web Development and WordPress experts based in Colombia. We deliver professional, tailored solutions for WordPress and custom web applications. Our strengths include outstanding customer service, a unique development methodology, and a drive for continuous innovation...
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- SEO
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Bogota, Colombia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At Cazbah, our passion is helping small companies succeed in the face of what sometimes seems like insurmountable odds. There is a tremendous need to support these small businesses, which are doubly challenged when it comes to using the Internet to generate more, better-qualified leads and sales...
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- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Farmington, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
DeployLabs builds coordinated teams of AI agents that multiply business output across marketing, operations, sales, and strategy. Each agent has a defined role, tools, and operational constraints. The system runs 24/7. A live deployment: 500+ professional deliverables from a coordinated 8-agent system at...
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- AI Development
- Software Development
- Cybersecurity
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- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
H-Studio Berlin builds custom software, MVPs, SaaS platforms, client portals and B2B websites. We connect UX/UI, frontend, backend and integrations, then provide ongoing maintenance, modernisation and feature development for teams in Germany, DACH and international markets...
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- Software Development
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- IT Services
- eCommerce Development
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- Berlin, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Aarmeh is a leading Mobile and web app development company in Dubai, UAE, delivering custom AI, web, mobile, cloud, and enterprise software solutions...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Blockchain
- AI Development
- Web Development
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
CodeMyPixel is a Bangladesh-based AI, SaaS, and web studio building agentic AI systems, local LLM deployments, multi-tenant SaaS platforms, and high-performance websites for global clients across the US and Europe. Founded by Johirul Hoq Akash...
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- AI Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Narayanganj, Bangladesh
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
As a full-time web design and development company, our primary focus is on creating and enhancing websites for clients. This involves a combination of creative design, technical development, and often ongoing maintenance and support...
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- Graphic Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Chandigarh, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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Frequently Asked Questions About Website Design Companies
What services do web design agencies offer?
Web design agencies provide a range of services to plan, create, and improve business websites. Their core services include:Â
- Custom website design tailored to your brand and goalsÂ
- Responsive web design to ensure the site works on desktop, tablet, and mobileÂ
- UI/UX design to make the site easy to useÂ
- Website development to turn designs into functional websitesÂ
- Landing page design for campaigns and conversionsÂ
- Website redesign to improve outdated or underperforming sitesÂ
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. Â
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.Â
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.Â
- Simple brochure website (1 to 5 pages): 1 to 2 weeks Â
- Small business website (5 to 15 pages, blog, forms): 4 to 8 weeks Â
- eCommerce website (standard features, 10 to 100 products): 8 to 16 weeks Â
- Large-scale custom website (bespoke features, integrations): 4 to 6+ monthsÂ
- Custom web application: 6 to 12+ months Â
Most delays come from two things: missing content (copy, images, product data) and an unclear scope that expands during the web design project. Â
If content is ready and approvals are fast, timelines compress. If content is late and feedback is slow, timelines stretch.Â
What are the hidden costs of web design?
Hidden web design costs usually show up in two phases: before launch and after launch.Â
Pre-launch hidden costsÂ
- Stock photos, fonts, and premium plugins (one-time fees plus renewals)Â
- Scope creep and extra revisions beyond what the contract includesÂ
- Content creation (copywriting, product descriptions, graphics)Â
- Content migration from an old site (formatting, redirects, image cleanup)Â
- Integrations (CRM, booking, payments, analytics) that require extra setup and testingÂ
Post-launch hidden costsÂ
- Web hosting and domain renewal (often increases as traffic grows)Â
- SSL certificate upgrades for ecommerce or higher trust requirementsÂ
- Website maintenance and security (updates, backups, monitoring, fixes)Â
- Email hosting (Google Workspace or Microsoft 365 per user)Â
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.Â
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.Â
| 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:Â
- Structure and site designÂ
- Visual hierarchy and interface clarityÂ
- User experience and UX designÂ
- Mobile and responsive designÂ
- Conversion-focused landing page designÂ
Web development's main focus:Â
- Coding and website developmentÂ
- Front-end implementation (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)Â
- Back-end systems and databasesÂ
- Integrations, security, and performanceÂ
- CMS setup and custom functionalityÂ
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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