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NexaSoftech is a technical transformation partner helping startups, SaaS companies, and digital agencies build, scale, modernize, and rescue software products. From AI-powered solutions to production-ready engineering, we build technology businesses can rely on...
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- Software Development
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- AI Development
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Ana Couto is a Brazilian strategic branding consultancy with more than 30 years of experience focused on increasing the value of people and organizations. The company helps brands build relevance and create their own competitive space through strategic branding, marketing impact, and business-focused brand...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Branding
- Advertising
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- Location
- Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Visibly is a web development and digital marketing agency based in Malta that creates conversion-driven web solutions.We aim to deliver SEO optimized web design & development and e-commerce websites that convert. Our creative team delivers also digital marketing campaigns involving content creation, SEO...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Marsascala, Malta
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Where you are an established business or a startup, ensuring you have a well thought out digital marketing plan in place, is vital. We do this through collaboration between our strategners and technologists. eCorweb has partnered with business across every major industry to make amazing products and connect...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Sunnyvale, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
WebX Branding is one of London's premier web design firms, specializing in creating dynamic, personalized digital experiences for both startups and established businesses. To provide market-leading solutions, our innovative, forward-thinking approach considers all aspects of web design and branding, SEO...
Top Services:
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are plural better together Based on this principle we opened our interdisciplinary design studio Plural in the center of Innsbruck...
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- Print Design
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Graphic Design
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Innsbruck, Austria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are a team of competitive designers and developers who love to do what we do and that makes us stand out of the crowd with our astonishing results, work quality, responsiveness and attention to detail. We believe in ideas and work on them till we bring them to reality. Our objective is to always bring your...
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- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Video Production
- Graphic Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Miramar, Florida
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
ED. is an Australia-based brand and web studio with a digital-first approach, operating across both Australian and U.S. time zones...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Collingwood, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Tree Creative unites top experts in brand identity and experience design, individuals who constantly seek creativity, uniqueness, and ongoing innovation...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Hanoi, Vietnam
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Hey there! My name is Lacey Saball, I'm a Freelance Graphic and Web Designer based in Jacksonville, Florida, United States...
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- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Jacksonville, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
I'm Bryn, a freelance digital product and website designer with over a decade of experience. I am passionate about leveraging design for positive impact. Currently, I'm based in Copenhagen, Denmark...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Graphic Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Copenhagen, Denmark
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Coal Creative is a comprehensive creative agency dedicated to energizing your website, video, social media, design, and more. We welcome you to partner with our diverse team of creative professionals on your next project, campaign, or idea...
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- Video Production
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Product Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Quo Agency Inc specializes in delivering high-quality web and branding design services, primarily catering to SaaS companies and local businesses...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Mobile App Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Nespausk Bites is a creative studio where design and technology merge. We craft memorable experiences and bring ideas to life...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Package Design
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Vilnius, Lithuania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
NetForce Media is a specialist SEO agency based in Dundee. We help e-commerce and local businesses across Scotland turn organic search into revenue through technical SEO, local SEO and conversion rate optimisation (CRO), with a focus on Shopify brands...
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- SEO
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Dundee, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Creamos is a next-generation creative agency with offices in London, New York, and Buenos Aires. We blend digital design and technology to craft cross-platform branding, campaigns, and experiences for brand owners, agencies, and tech startups throughout Europe and the Americas...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
JKC Website Design is a website design and development company providing websites to companies that accurately and beautifully represent their businesses, and help them grow their client base...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Logo Design
- Branding
- SEO
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- Location
- Cold Spring Harbor, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
WELT is a team of graphic technology engineers with vast experience in the printing industry. Founded in 1991, it was one of the region's first DTP studios, offering innovative solutions across various print-related fields...
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- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Package Design
- Print Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Rijeka, Croatia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Hey there! My name is Alexander Morales Sang, as a creative designer with over 25 years of extensive expertise in branding, cross-media design, and web development, I deliver strategic and innovative solutions to every project I undertake...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Print Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- San Juan, Puerto Rico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Next Level Digital offers a full suite of marketing services to help you grow online. Whether you are looking to get ranked on the first page of major search engines, need a fully optimized (and visually stunning) website, want content created that converts, or your looking to run online advertisements to...
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- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- Woodstock, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Harry Courtenay-Bishop is a London-based designer specializing in branding, user-focused design, bespoke website development (including server setup and security), as well as marketing and SEO services...
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- Design Services
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Logo Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Hey there! My name is Artur Macholla, I'm a creative UX/UI and product designer with a deep understanding of your business challenges...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Product Design
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- Location
- Gdansk, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Creative website developer in Grimbergen near Brussels (Belgium) with graphic skills offers full web development service including hosting for your business...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Print Design
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- Location
- Grimbergen, Belgium
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At EAD®, we go beyond designwe build brands. With six years of experience working with visionaries and industry leaders, we blend creativity with business strategy to craft impactful identities. Our expertise spans logo design, web development, and everything in between, powered by top-tier software and...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Logo Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Springs, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Codexolve empowers businesses with innovative web development, seamless eCommerce migrations, and data-driven marketing strategies. We optimize performance, enhance user experience, and drive growth through tailored digital solutions...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Software Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Auckland, New Zealand
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Fashion Halt is an online destination that guides your accessory journey from initial sketch to retail-ready creation. Established by Ivette Deleon, a BFA graduate from the renowned Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT), Fashion Halt blends artistic vision with outstanding design skills...
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- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Print Design
- Package Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Danbury, Connecticut
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Hey there! My name is Marlena Guderska, a graphic designer with more than a decade of experience in the marketing industry. I'm also a passionate website creator, deeply engaged in UI/UX design, SEO, and the evolving world of AI...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- Branding
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- Location
- Antelope, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Hi, I'm Stephaniethough most people just call me Steph. My creative journey started at the age of 10, when my artistic, Brooklyn-based graphic designer grandmother introduced me to Photoshop and sparked my passion for design...
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- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Branding
- Package Design
- Advertising
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Daring Designs specializes in web development and design, creating unique digital experiences for clients...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- SEO
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Indianapolis, Indiana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At Zhillmatic, the focus is on crafting visually stunning creations from the ground up. As passionate storytellers, the team brings brands to life by giving them a distinct voice and a compelling message to share with the world...
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- Package Design
- Web Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Skopje, Macedonia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
The E-Dilik agency has specialized in creating visual identities and websites for almost 20 years! With unfailing responsiveness, it strives to enhance its clients' image across various print and digital communication media...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- SEO
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Vannes, France
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $600/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are a multidisciplinary agency dedicated to crafting visually compelling, purpose-driven designs and sophisticated solutions for businesses and startups. Based in Ukraine, our team of focused creators, designers, and developers shares a strong belief: it's the details that define excellence...
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- Print Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Odesa, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Amanita Studio is a multidisciplinary creative studio focused on graphic and audiovisual communication. In a world shaped by visuals, we believe the most effective way to connect with your audience is through bold, inventive design and storytelling across graphic and audiovisual mediums...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Print Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Lugo, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We believe that interaction between disciplines is the key to great design. We innovate in our project while maintaining an artisanal care...
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- Print Design
- Web Design
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Package Design
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- Location
- Palermo, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Amber Albergottie is a multidisciplinary designer with a heart for storytelling and a head for clean, impactful design. With a background that blends graphic design, logo creation, and website building, I help brands show up with clarity and confidenceonline and off...
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- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Print Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Aaron Jones Design is a Bay Area studio specializing in packaging, branding, and print marketing for consumer brands. I blend creative vision with production expertise to deliver polished, impactful design...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Package Design
- Print Design
- Branding
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- Location
- San Rafael, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $55/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
InfoGlobe Egypt delivers innovative digital solutions tailored to industrial and manufacturing sectors, combining smart technology with deep industry insight to drive growth and efficiency...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Design Services
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- Location
- Giza, Egypt
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $500/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
I'm Jason Ottinger, and Visual Craftsman has been my creative domain since 2005. Over the years, Ive focused on enhancing digital communication through user interface prototyping, website and email newsletter development, style guide execution, and graphic media management...
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- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Print Design
- UI/UX Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Panama City, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Los Hopper is a family-style creative studio. Together we combine Design and Art practices to initiate ideas and craft thoughtful branding experiences for cultural and commercial clients. The studio is directed by Stefano Giustiniani alongside a core team of graphic designers with diverse specialties...
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- Print Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Package Design
- Video Production
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- Location
- San Rafael de Escazú, Costa Rica
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed

Badwerks Studios
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Every business has its own marketing goals, and each requires a uniquely tailored strategy to reach them. From visual design to market tactics, we work to deliver the most effective representation for every client, regardless of size...
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- Print Design
- Web Design
- Logo Design
- Product Design
- Video Production
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
I create clear, fast, and visually appelaling WordPress webs that help small entrepreneurs and micro-bussinesses take their first step online. I also work freelance with digital marketing agencies, building high-quality landing pages and institutional websites in Elementor, Gutenberg and other builders...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- SEO
- Advertising
- Product Design
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- Location
- Córdoba, Argentina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Dealing with dizzying design confusion? We've got you. Ditch the guesswork and dig into custom, hand-drawn illustrations that capture your vision paired with our ongoing support. Consistency? Check. Confidence? Double check. You deserve to stand out - we'll help you do it...
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- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Elora, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are a creative studio dedicated to crafting strategic and innovative solutions for brands and businesses aiming to make an impact in the digital landscape. Our services span branding, graphic design, digital marketing, and brand strategy, all designed to deliver meaningful and memorable results...
Top Services:
- Print Design
- Web Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Design Services
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- Location
- Ipatinga, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Ocean Digital launched in 2017, and ever since, we've been crafting striking and elegant designs for entrepreneurs, creatives, and top professionals. Breathing life into brands is our specialty...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Branding
- Web Development
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Sheffield, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Welcome to 1903 Design Studio, where creativity and innovation converge to shape meaningful brand experiences. Founded by Michela and Junior, the studio unites two designers with distinct perspectives, combining their strengths to serve small businesses and emerging entrepreneurs...
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- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Branding
- Print Design
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- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Marie Codina is a multidisciplinary designer dedicated to creating thoughtful, visually refined work that blends creativity with intention. With a focus on clear communication, strong craft, and strategic thinking, she transforms ideas into design solutions that feel both timeless and distinctly human...
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- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Branding
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Barcelona, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Birrd is a collective of branding specialists dedicated to ambitious brands. We partner with startups, growing companies, and forward-thinking teams to transform ideas into distinctive and memorable brand identities...
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- Print Design
- Web Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
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- Location
- Ghent, Belgium
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Thomas Le Corre is a digital designer with over 15 years of experience shaping the future of digital experiences. He transforms business strategy into impactful design that supports growth for both startups and global brands...
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- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Branding
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Paris, France
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
JARCOS is a design studio headed by João Ferreira, a Brazilian multidisciplinary designer with more than 14 years of experience in branding and digital design...
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- Print Design
- Web Design
- Product Design
- Branding
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Sao Paulo, Brazil
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Mabbly is a digital marketing agency and go-to-market partner that helps businesses drive real revenue through the seamless integration of strategy, sales, and marketing. Since its founding in 2013, Mabbly has built its approach around one core belief: understanding people is the key to building impactful...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Creative Services
- Product Design
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project 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
What are the best web design agencies in 2026?
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.



















































