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HiWerk
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Hi Werk delivers digital products, services, and solutions that foster strong connections between businesses and people. Every project is customized to align with each client's unique goals and needs...
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- Logo Design
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
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- Sofia, Bulgaria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
A branding studio focussed on craft & culturally relevant connection of places and products in hospitality and home...
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- Branding
- Design Services
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $2500/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Air Trending is a B2B aviation marketing agency helping flight schools and ATOs, Part 145 MROs, Part 147 training organizations, aerospace companies, and aviation service providers generate qualified opportunities and grow their market presence. Services include aviation SEO, content marketing, lead...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Valencia, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Agencia de marketing digital para empresas de Bogotá y la Sabana: redes sociales, pauta en Meta, Google y TikTok, SEO, web y agentes de IA para vender por WhatsApp...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Digital Strategy
- Design Services
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
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- Location
- Zipaquirá, Colombia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are in the goal to deliver information to the people of the world with the help of our network of websites based on food, travel, shopping, jobs and many more. We help companies to design and develop their brand with the help of Digital Marking and Brand Designs...
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- SEO
- UI/UX Design
- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Bengaluru, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Its time to hire the experts to do the complicated stuff, so you can focus on growing your business...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Cochrane, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We don't just focus on creativity; we prioritize results. Understanding your business's core, we direct your Digital Strategy towards enhanced profitability. With 11 years as a leading agency in Mexico City and Querétaro, we've successfully implemented over 87 projects and generated 178,000+ leads for our...
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- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Santiago de Querétaro, Mexico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
For over two decades we've had a knack for helping businesses plan, design, and manage their marketing strategies. With Knack you'll have a team of experts to not only guide your marketing initiatives, but also implement them, so you can free up your time and finally check outstanding items off your list. We...
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- Design Services
- Print Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Tampa, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Singapore, Singapore
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Welcome to JULIANA LAFACE DESIGN! My name is Juliana Laface, I'm a professional Graphic Designer and the person behind the agency...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Edmonton, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Teletab is a full-service app marketing agency helping startups and top apps grow smarter through AI SEO, creative performance, and data-driven strategy. We specialize in app store optimization (ASO), AI SEO, influencer marketing, performance marketing, paid media, and creative testing that scales installs...
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- Digital Marketing
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Braga, Portugal
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
AH Digi Marketing UAE is a results focused digital marketing agency helping brands grow through SEO, social media, paid ads, and conversion driven strategies. We work with startups and established businesses to increase online visibility, attract qualified leads, and build strong digital presence across...
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- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
BrandingNow is a modern branding and marketing agency helping businesses elevate their online presence through strategic branding, website design, content creation, SEO, and digital marketing. We build clean, modern, conversion-driven experiences that help brands stand out and grow with confidence...
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- Branding
- Design Services
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Richmond, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $55/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Avenzo Digital is a search growth agency helping businesses improve their online visibility through web design and development, SEO, and Generative Search Optimization. The agency combines conversion-focused digital experiences with organic and AI search strategies to help businesses build a stronger presence...
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- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Freelance developer in Heraklion, Crete, building AI agents, RAG chatbots and automations alongside fast Next.js and WordPress websites. One person handles the whole job: the system design, the code, and the technical SEO that gets it found on Google and in AI answers. Works with hotels, car rentals, service...
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- AI Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
- SEO
- AEO
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- Location
- Heraklion, Greece
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At Trident our focus is to ensure that the work we do for you will make a real difference to your business. We'll listen to what your needs are and work had to make sure that we meet your brief. Work across digital and print we'll help differentiate you from the competition...
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- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Hinckley, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a digital marketing agency helping small to midsize business develop their brand and expand their customers across all digital media...
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- Web Development
- PPC
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Sahuarita, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Sellvisory is a full-service eCommerce marketing solutions firm based in Mukilteo, Washington. For over 6 years, we've been building and implementing Amazon and Etsy strategies for industry-leading brands and manufacturers across category lines...
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- Digital Services
- Product Design
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Mukilteo, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
Welcome to NikNan Design! My name is Nikki Nandrasy, and I'm the owner and only person behind the brand. Do you believe that we can all do our part to make the world a little happier? In that case welcome to mine!...
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Welcome to In A Nutshell! My name is Eva Ackermann, and I'm the graphic designer & illustrator behind the agency...
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- Public Relations
- Advertising
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Package Design
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- Location
- Fessenheim, France
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Techwebsters is a web design and development agency excel in delivering customized, interactive digital solutions for businesses...
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- SEO
- Branding
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Carlsbad, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
R House Advertising is a full-service ad agency based in Athens, Georgia, specializing in effective marketing solutions for industries such as tourism, real estate, and medical. With proficiency in both digital and traditional advertising, R House Advertising focuses on helping clients achieve growth and...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Advertising
- Web Design
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- Location
- Athens, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
No-BS consultancy helping SMBs untangle messy marketing, cultivate clear brand strategies, and expand into untapped markets...
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- Logo Design
- Digital Strategy
- SEO
- Web Design
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- Location
- Boise, Idaho
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Appnet New Media Studio has a 31+ year track record of building websites that drive business. Let us turn your website into your best salesperson. We have thousands of 5-Star reviews with numerous, referral agencies and zero complaints with the Better Business Bureau in over 20 years...
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- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Charlotte, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Fragtal is a strategic design agency that helps brands grow through thoughtful design, technology, and storytelling. They specialize in crafting digital products, brand identities, and experiences that connect deeply with audiences. With a focus on creativity and innovation, Fragtal empowers businesses to...
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- Branding
- Print Design
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Bogota, Colombia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Design Centura is a full service creative agency that helps businesses, startups, and entrepreneurs build powerful visual identities and compelling online experiences. They specialize in logo design, brand identity systems, responsive website design and development, and digital creative assets tailored to...
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Digital Services
- Web Design
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Saint Design is a London-based studio specializing in branding, design, and illustration, with a focus on the leisure and hospitality industries...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
- Print Design
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
WEBO is the #1 web designing company in Pakistan, offering custom web design, web development, web hosting, and digital marketing services. We help businesses create strong digital footprints with responsive, high-converting websites and modern design solutions tailored for global growth...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Lahore, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We help owner-operated tourism businesses turn lookers into bookers by building and online experience that builds traveler trust and supports more direct bookings...
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- Digital Strategy
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Naples, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $145/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Designs Group Consulting is your marketing and business consulting firm. Imagine having access to all of the marketing and business expertise in a single source. Now that you've found us, add DGC to your team. Offering affordable prices, working to help you achieve your goals, providing the tools and the...
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- Video Production
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Branding
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- Location
- Hot Springs, Arkansas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Left Bank Design takes the stress out of digital. We deliver personal service, clear strategy and websites that drive bookings. From web design to SEO and digital marketing, we help tourism and lifestyle brands grow with less effort and more impact...
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- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Logo Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Melbourne, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $130/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At 7Scoops, we transcend the conventional role of a creative digital agency, assuming the roles of dream chasers, brand builders, and trailblazers in the continually evolving digital landscape. Our mission is to enhance the prominence of your brand and empower you to attain extraordinary success within the...
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- Creative Services
- Package Design
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Gerakas, Greece
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Wobitech is a digital services agency that specializes in mobile apps, web development, digital marketing, and IT services. Leveraging our track record of proven innovation worldwide, we assist entrepreneurs and businesses in transforming their ideas into industry-leading products...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Melbourne, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Local Image Co. is a premier digital marketing firm dedicated to local business growth through ethical, client-first strategies. Offering SEO, social media management, ad management, content creation, consulting, and web development, their expert team ensures tailored solutions for lasting success. Known for...
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- Digital Services
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- South Portland, Maine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Crazy Caracal is your one-stop marketing solution specialised in helping start-ups and small businesses to create a strong brand online and offline...
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- Content Marketing
- SEO
- Web Design
- Digital Services
- Branding
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- Location
- Tallinn, Estonia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Oakes Creative House is a boutique marketing and design agency serving small business owners as well as solopreneurs alike. We specialize in solving the problems that stand in the way of entrepreneurs achieving the success and brand recognition they deserve. Our key services? Marketing Planning, Branding and...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $95/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Rubik delivers quick, efficient, and high-quality design solutions with a no-code approach. We help businesses turn ideas into seamless digital experiences fast. Our team specializes in intuitive, scalable, and visually compelling designs that eliminate complexity and accelerate growth...
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- Design Services
- Product Design
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Unclaimed Digital is a Miami AI SEO agency that gets businesses recommended on ChatGPT, Perplexity and Google AI Overviews, while ranking higher on Google. We also build WordPress and Shopify websites, run Google Ads and Meta Ads, and manage social media and content. Law firms, medical practices and...
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- AEO
- SEO
- Web Design
- Digital Strategy
- PPC
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are one of the leading digital marketing agency in London, helping small and big businesses in all industries achieve their goals. We are experts in providing customized digital marketing solutions. Were a young, dynamic staff member who wants to work as an extension of your company...
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- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
- Web Development
- PPC
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We're a web and logo design agency with 10+ years of experience helping businesses in the US and Europe stand out online. Transforming outdated websites into modern, user-friendly designs that don't just look great they attract customers and drive results. Whether you're a small business or a growing brand...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Hey there! My name is Shira Heimann, a graphic and web designer passionate about crafting clean, minimal designs that are purposeful, thoughtful, and perfectly aligned with each brand...
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- Print Design
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Manchester, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Devlixor Technologies is a high-velocity digital engineering firm dedicated to transforming complex technical challenges into market-leading growth engines. Specializing in Next.js architecture and AI-driven automation via n8n, we build scalable digital backbones for brands across the USA, UK, and APAC...
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- Web Development
- SEO
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Terrebonne, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
PACIFIK'AI is the first AI-native agency in French Polynesia. We build chatbots, automation workflows, premium websites, and AI marketing solutions for Pacific businesses...
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- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Papeete, French Polynesia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
ONCE ONCE Agency is a bilingual digital marketing agency with offices in Miami and Bogotá. We specialize in connecting brands with English and Spanish-speaking audiences through SEO, paid media, social media management, content strategy, web design, and brand identity. Our dual-market expertise gives clients...
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- SEO
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Doral, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At GuestFlow Marketing we help small hospitality businesses get more guests and increase their bookings.Were a simple, practical marketing service built for independent hospitality businesses. Instead of complicated strategies or big budgets, we focus on the things that actually work. Things like...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Belgrade, Serbia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Mondeo Studio is a UX/UI and product design studio in Tel Aviv, Israel. Since 2012, our senior designers have helped 200+ startups and tech companies make complex products clear...
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- Product Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Tel Aviv, Israel
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Ebow Digital brings together our Four Corners of Excellence Strategy, Design, Technology and Marketing under one roof to help brands win the battle for hearts and minds. With over 25 years of experience our strength lies in understanding the bigger picture: connecting brand, creativity, technology (that...
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- Digital Strategy
- Design Services
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Dublin, Ireland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Brainwaves, based in Ahmedabad, India, offers internationally recognized creative serviceswebsite design, web development, graphic design, logo design, brochure design, digital marketing, and SEO. Immerse yourself in excellence across every facet of your online presence...
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- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- SEO
- Package Design
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
JSMT Media is a Keyport, NJ based web design, SEO & Google Ads company. We are a fully in-house team specializing in mobile responsive WordPress website development, and a variety of digital marketing solutions including search engine optimization (SEO) and Google Ads search and display campaigns...
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- SEO
- PPC
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Keyport, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Today's digital solutions proven to boost local business relevance and attract new customers...
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- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Reputation Management
- Web Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
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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:
- 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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