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Bluxstudio is a web design and strategy studio led by Álvaro, a web designer and strategist based in Santiago, Chile. The studio creates strategy-first websites for corporate clients across the Americas and Europe, with a focus on combining web strategy, user experience, design, and development. Bluxstudio...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Digital Strategy
- Branding
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- Location
- Santiago, Chile
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
A3 Design Co. is an independent design studio based in South Africa, specializing in bespoke social media content, pitch decks, logo and brand identity design, and web and UI development for founders, operators, and marketing teams worldwide...
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- Web Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Dolphin Coast, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
The Digital Form is a bespoke digital agency that designs and develops custom websites, SaaS platforms, and business software for organizations worldwide. Established in 2015, the company specializes in full-stack web development, ecommerce solutions, headless architecture, and long-term engineering...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Leicester, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We design, build and manage websites for small business for a fixed monthly fee. No upfront payment required...
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- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Ashill, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Saltline Studio is a one-person web design and digital marketing studio based in Port Macquarie, working with small businesses along Australia's East Coast from the Sunshine Coast to Sydney. The studio builds custom websites with search optimisation included from day one, runs organic growth partnerships for...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- AEO
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- Location
- Port Macquarie, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Aura Studio Space is a web design and digital strategy studio specializing in dual-ready website architecture for high-ticket B2B and luxury service businesses. The studio combines AI search optimization, technical web architecture, UX, and conversion-focused narrative design to help businesses become more...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- AEO
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- Location
- Puerto La Cruz, Venezuela
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Search Engine Optimization services for local home improvement companies with focus on lead generation. We specialize in white hat practices and make sure that the sites perform to generate qualified leads...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Euless, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
VisualWeb is a Tallinn web development, WordPress, e-commerce, technical SEO and AI automation studio building sites and apps in ET, RU, EN and FI (from 490 EUR + VAT, final price negotiable)...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
- AI Development
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- Location
- Tallinn, Estonia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Every great book starts with a spark of imagination and the right support to fan the flames. At Books Publisher, we believe your story deserves to be told. Whether youre sitting on a half-finished manuscript or a fully formed idea, were here to guide you through every step of the publishing journey. From...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Digital Services
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
AI Webmaker helps you draft websites in minutes, followed by a team of professional web builders, to bring your website to live in minutes. We combine AI tools with human talent to bring businesses online...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- IT Services
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- Location
- Delaware City, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
At Softage Solutions, we turn smart seo strategies into stronger visibility, quality traffic, and sustainable business growth...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Ireland, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
Zerak builds and looks after bilingual websites and online shops for businesses in the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Egypt, for one monthly price, then gets them found on Google and in AI assistants like ChatGPT...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- SEO
- AEO
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- Location
- Ajman, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
QualityWorks Consulting Group builds custom software, web and mobile applications, and AI-integrated products, backed by deep software testing and quality engineering expertise. Founded in 2010, the Black-owned, woman-led firm helps organizations create digital products, apply AI to business operations, and...
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- Web Design
- AEO
- Software Testing
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Let It Be IT Solutions (LBITS) is a veteran-owned technology studio based in Aurora, Colorado, specializing in website development and custom AI tools for small businesses and nonprofits. The studio builds WordPress and custom websites, scoped AI applications, and provides ongoing maintenance and support...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- AI Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Aurora, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Core-Logic is a Bulgaria-based web development studio specializing in website design, custom development, SEO, automation, and technical infrastructure. The company builds websites as software products rather than template-based sites, combining business strategy, design, modern development, search...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- SEO
- Cloud Consulting
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- Location
- Sofia, Bulgaria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
We build fast, modern websites and digital solutions that help Australian businesses stand out, engage customers, and grow online...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Parramatta, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Enkindle Group is a founder-led digital marketing agency in Perth. Harvie Williams builds the websites and runs the SEO and email; Kobi Martin runs Google, Meta and TikTok ads. We plan search, ads, email and the website together, keep your accounts in your name, and work on rolling retainers with no lock-in...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Osborne Park, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Business growth agency in Tamale, Ghana. We connect a fast custom website, a managed Google Business Profile, local SEO, a CRM and automated WhatsApp follow-up into one system, so hotels, clinics, schools, NGOs and service firms get found online and stop losing enquiries...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Tamale, Ghana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Northcave is a web design and development agency in Dhaka. Tell us what your business needs and you get a free, working draft of your website at a real link within 612 hours. If you love it, we build the rest...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We design, write, and build websites for therapy and private healthcare practices in the US. Clients range from solo therapists and group practices to naturopathic clinics and dietitians. The work has one aim: the right client finds you, understands your fit and fees, and books...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- AEO
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Ubie Websites designs, hosts and manages pay monthly websites for small businesses across the UK. Every website is custom designed by a real person, with hosting, security, updates and UK-based support included in one simple monthly plan. We also offer online shops and Local SEO...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- SEO
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
I'm a one-person creative shop in Bradenton, Florida with 35+ years in graphic design and copywriting. Local businesses on the Gulf Coast hire me for websites that bring in calls, logos and branding that look sharp, and copy that sounds like a real person wrote it. You work with me directly from start to...
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- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Bradenton, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Bario Creative Agency connects web design, software development, social media management, graphic design and video production. Based in Izmit, Kocaeli, Turkey, our seven-person team plans creative and digital work around each businesss needs. Founded in 2023, Bario works from a clear brief to coordinate...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- İzmit, Turkey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Small Viennese web studio for trades, restaurants, shops and practices. You get a professional website plus hosting, updates, backups and support as one monthly package from €49 – no setup fee, online within two weeks, and one person who answers the phone...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Cybersecurity
- IT Compliance Solution
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- Location
- Vienna, Austria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Surdej Web Solutions is a Western New York web design and digital marketing company with staffed offices in Orchard Park and Lancaster. Since 2006 we have designed, built, hosted, and maintained WordPress websites for small businesses, nonprofits, schools, and community organizations across Buffalo and Erie...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Orchard Park, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Established in 2015, Brand Envoy emerges as a pioneering creative agency specializing in marketing, branding, and advertising. Leveraging its distinctive expertise in digital strategies and data analytics, the agency is dedicated to delivering innovative advertising solutions tailored for both SMEs and...
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Branding
- Advertising
- Video Production
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- Location
- Lagos, Nigeria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Partners Advertising Private Limited is a national brand management consulting agency & North India's leading advisor on brand strategy...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Chandigarh, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Ex-Dimension, is a California-based creative, marketing and digital services agency serving clients from around the world...
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- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Branding
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Frisco, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At MOSTECHLABS, we dont just offer services; we craft experiences. Whether youre a startup with big dreams or an established enterprise seeking to amplify your online presence, our team of digital mavens is here to turn your vision into reality...
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- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Scranton, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $22/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At Click Hive, we manage your whole digital strategy as one system instead of five separate channels. We call them your five pillars, and each pillar sends its own signals. Those signals are what customers, AI tools and search engines use to decide how they describe you to the next person who asks...
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Vancouver, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
17+ Years experience in Graphic Design, Web Design, Print, Social Media, and Marketing. We have hundreds of clients in a vast array of industries, all happy and thriving...
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Grand Blanc, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $95/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Pansyer is a technical web development and UI/UX agency dedicated to building the digital backbone of modern brands. We bridge the gap between pixel-perfect design and enterprise-grade performance, specializing in high-speed Framer, Webflow, and Shopify ecosystems...
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- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Digital Services
- Web Design
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- Location
- Sofia, Bulgaria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We simplify complex technologies, creating digital products that are easy to use. We make emerging tech user-friendly and accessible...
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- UI/UX Design
- Product Design
- Digital Services
- Branding
- Web Design
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- Location
- Ann Arbor, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $87/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
H1 Creative Studio helps professional service firms and nonprofits turn their website into a client-acquisition system. I improve your site, messaging, SEO, and online customer journey so you attract the right people, build trust, and turn more visitors into clients and donors. Book a call...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- Web Design
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- Location
- Cary, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $105/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
From ideation to creation, ONESIX uses intricate and design-driven strategy to bridge the gap between small businesses and the modern day market. Ranging from visual branding to strategy, ONESIX aims to fortify your brand and escalate your position within the digital market...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Irvine, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Frau Dörr MEDIENDESIGN creates memorable branding for experts ready to stand out. From strategic logos to converting websites all designed with personality and purpose...
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- Branding
- Print Design
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Hamburg, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Since 2013, Law Firm Leap has built high-performance growth systems for elite practices, including personal injury, criminal, and family law. We move beyond basic SEO to dominate the new frontier of AI search (ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity) while fueling traditional SEO and proprietary lead networks...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Email Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Seattle, Washington
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
OPA Reklama is a digital marketing agency based in Vilnius, Lithuania. We specialize in SEO, Google Ads, Facebook and Instagram advertising, website development, and AI marketing automation. We help Lithuanian businesses attract more clients and grow online...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Vilnius, Lithuania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Established in 2004 by Bartosz Navarra, the studio has evolved into an award-winning design practice, now based in Berlin. Comprising a diverse and cross-functional team, we specialize in visual communication, brand strategy, identity, and experiences, fostering a multi-cultural perspective...
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Video Production
- Design Services
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Berlin, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Tenet Partners leads the way in corporate branding and product innovation. Our human-centered design approach integrates branding and innovation to create value for companies, employees, and customers. We transform experiences, accelerate growth, and deliver compelling brand journeys...
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- Branding
- Digital Services
- Product Design
- Video Production
- Logo Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Vix Media Group empowers businesses by providing expert guidance for organic growth. Our team of industry professionals collaborates to deliver impactful, results-driven campaigns. We build meaningful partnerships, focusing on our clients unique goals to drive significant outcomes...
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- SEO
- Media Buying
- PPC
- Digital Services
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Dezyn 360 is a highly acclaimed studio, celebrated for its extensive and multifaceted expertise in the domains of responsive web design, development, and branding. Our team has cultivated a deep and holistic understanding of these crucial elements, enabling us to provide clients with unparalleled solutions...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Video Production
- Logo Design
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- Location
- West Palm Beach, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
Forward-Thinking Digital Innovation company for Cloud, Data Engineering, Product Development, AI Consulting & Talent Staffing...
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- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Software Development
- IoT
- Software Testing
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- Location
- Cheyenne, Wyoming
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Intermark Automotive is a specialized automotive branding and marketing agency catering to individual auto dealerships and local area marketing dealer groups. What sets us apart is our unparalleled wealth of experience, providing a safety net, unlike any other agency...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Digital Marketing
- Media Buying
- Video Production
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- Location
- Tampa, Florida
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
We operate with tech teams specialized in designing, developing, testing, deploying and maintaining tailored software to meet the specific needs of its customers, with a range of services related to the software development lifecycle...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Software Testing
- Big Data Analytics
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- Location
- Manaus, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Creation and development of Product Catalog, presentation for companies, folders, logos, visual identity projects, editorial design, graphic design services...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Design Services
- Package Design
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- Location
- Campinas, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
JCL Eletronic is a Brazilian product engineering company that builds apps, SaaS platforms, and custom electronics under one roof. We design the hardware, write the embedded firmware, and develop the software that connects it, so clients get one accountable partner from first prototype to a market-ready...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- IoT
- AI Development
- Wearables
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- Location
- Franca, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $130/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Ratnam Solutions stands as the premier digital marketing company in Hyderabad, focusing on web and mobile application development to enhance and optimize your business's digital presence. With our specialized expertise and dedication to excellence, we ensure that your brand achieves maximum visibility and...
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- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Mobile App Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Hyderabad, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
AXAT Technologies, is a fast Growing Web Development, Mobile App Development and Digital Marketing firm, Located at Mumbai, India and Singapore. Website Development, Web App Development, E-Commerce Development, Custom Application Development, Cloud Application Development, SAAS Application Development...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Pharoscion is a cloud and analytics based Digital Transformation company serving globally. Since January 2018, it's helping startups, businesses & enterprises in their tech, branding & marketing related requirements with the help of digital technologies, in-house built products and trustable services...
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- Software Development
- Cloud Consulting
- Web Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Pune, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
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Frequently Asked Questions About Website Design Agencies
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 agencies 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
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What should I ask before hiring a web design agency?
Before hiring a web design agency, 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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