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We are a software development firm that specializes in online and mobile app development, product design, code migration, and other services. Our technological knowledge is based on cutting-edge technologies such as the React.js ecosystem, Google's Firebase cloud solutions, JavaScript, Next.js, and Django. We...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- Location
- Brno, Czech Republic
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Empowering businesses with seamless development and captivating design solutions, we streamline your digital presence while you focus on growth...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- eCommerce Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Creative27 is a multi-disciplinary digital product design and development agency that drives lightning-speed digital innovation...
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- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- eCommerce Development
- Video Production
- Audio Production
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $500/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
A social media agency designed to help customers fall in love with brands...
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Branding
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- St. Petersburg, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
BEP Group is a rising global company that specializes in data-driven marketing and digital transformation. This comprises the rate at which different marketing materials are created. BEP has specialized in online marketing from its inception in the sphere of various media. Perhaps the contrast between offline...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Location
- Bangkok, Thailand
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Established in April 1996, Newell Ledbetter Advertising was founded with the aim of helping local professionals enhance their businesses with TV advertising. Over the years, we have developed an impressive client base, consisting of more than 70 private business owners and professionals in the dental and...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Advertising
- Reputation Management
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- Location
- Colorado Springs, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Goodjuju Marketing specializes in helping property management companies increase leads and close more deals through superior website design, SEO, and reputation management. Their unique strategies are designed to increase exposure on search engines and drive targeted traffic from property owners...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- CRM Consulting
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Lehi, Utah
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
Staylime provides Magento development solutions to all sizes of business...
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- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce
- SEO
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- Location
- Redwood City, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Tenemos el modelo de negocio integral que te ayudará a desarrollar, optimizar y obtener resultados en plataformas digitales.We have developed the perfect business model that will help you to optimize and obtain results in digital platforms. Its all about strategy...
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- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Video Marketing
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- Location
- Guadalajara, Mexico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
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Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.In a sea of countless marketing agencies, all vying for your attention, what sets our Wix website design company apart? Our unwavering dedication to providing your business with nothing short of excellence. This includes passion, expertise, and an unbreakable commitment to your satisfaction...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Branding
- PPC
- SEO
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Santa Rosa, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Nexentis is on a mission to empower organizations with cutting-edge digital solutions. We are transforming firms that are dedicated to driving growth and innovation...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Logo Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Texas City, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
Vizuelo is an end-to-end digital partner. We design, build, and host high-performance websites in a single ecosystem. By owning the entire stack—from design to server infrastructure—we eliminate downtime and technical blame-shifting, ensuring your site stays fast, secure, and conversion-ready 24/7...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Sofia, Bulgaria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
DyMotions GmbH is a digital agency based in Vienna, Austria. We design and build modern websites and brand identities for companies, startups, and individuals who want a clear and professional online presence...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Design Services
- Web Design
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- Location
- Vienna, Austria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 14 Projects Listed
Its On Media is a leading web and mobile app development agency, specializing in innovative app design, development, and seamless digital transformation...
Top Services:
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Fresno, California
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
At Web Designs Detroit, our goal is to minimize inefficiencies and maximize ROI, leveraging our savvy and seasoned team to establish your business's presence in the ever-expanding digital realm. With our turnkey solutions, you can surpass competitors and assert market dominance effectively...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Detroit, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Premium software consultancy: Scaleups & Enterprises.Blockchain | DeFi | Biotech | FinTech | EduTech | HealthTech. From stunning product design to flawless code. We help you win!...
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- Software Development
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Northville, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 11 Projects Listed
As a full-service firm our clients rely on our capabilities of strategy, design and technology to create communications that define and differentiate themselves from their competitors...
Top Services:
- Branding
- UI/UX Design
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Norwalk, Connecticut
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
SoftTeco is an AI-native software engineering company helping businesses solve complex technology challenges. We combine deep engineering expertise, flexible delivery, and strong development processes to accelerate delivery, improve quality, and optimize costs...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- IoT
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Software Testing
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- Location
- Warsaw, Poland
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
We build digital brands for boutique hotels and restaurants direct booking websites, launch strategies, and marketing that fills rooms and packs tables...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 14 Projects Listed
СubeX is a web & mobile software development company which deliver high quality products on time using JavaScript, Node.JS, AngularJS and PHP technologies. We provide development from scratch to release with UX/ UI design, Front-end/ Back-end development, QA testing and management all of this parts...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Zaporizhzhia, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
At Burchell Web Design, we specialize in providing comprehensive online marketing and web development services. Whether you need help from an idea to a design, development and marketing strategy, we'll make sure to deliver excellent results for your business. Trust us to give your brand the visibility it...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
UI/UX design agency focused on giving the best possible experience for any client. We offer 24/7 support, a great specialists and an all-in-one package solution for your business!...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Location
- Middletown, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Mad Mind Studios, based in Los Angeles, is your go-to for comprehensive branding, web design, and SEO solutions. From custom websites to logo and packaging design, animation, pitch decks, and both on-site and off-site SEO, we're dedicated to positioning your brand for success...
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- Web Design
- Design Services
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Culver City, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
We're committed to providing high-quality solutions that enhance our client's online presence and boost their business growth. Contact us today to take your brand to the next level...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Middletown, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Roehler.nrw offers professional WordPress web design services tailored to create visually appealing, user-friendly, and SEO-optimized websites for businesses and individuals in the NRW region...
Top Services:
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- Digital Services
- Web Design
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- Location
- Bonn, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
A software development outsourcing company from Poland with over 100+ employees. Trusted by more than 47,000+ on Envato (Power Elite Author) and 15,000+ on WPKraken. Specialised in building MVPs and full-scale software products in several Web technologies...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Software Development
- Location
- Katowice, Poland
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
We are Designocracy, a customer-focused design & development agency. We bring strategy, design, and development together to create amazing experiences. We have combined experience of over 15 years in handling complex/high-end projects. We deliver quality results and are always ready to go the extra mile for...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Location
- Dover, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
We are a full service SEO agency that offers web design, logo design, SEO, and digital marketing services...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- SEO
- Location
- Fort Walton Beach, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
At Eflat, we specialize in complementing and enhancing our clients' internal capabilities to help them develop better and more engaging digital experiences. With our expertise and the latest technologies, you can trust us to provide the support needed for success in today's digital landscape...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Branding
- Location
- Plano, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
As an exceptional SEO company in Bangkok, GoldfishSEO is dedicated to offering top-notch services that help businesses to increase their online visibility and drive more traffic to their websites. Our skilled team of professionals conducts in-depth research of relevant keywords, optimizes on-page elements...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- PPC
- Location
- Bangkok, Thailand
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
UpCodo is a leading Mobile App and Web Application Development company, Transforming Ideas into Apps and Powerful Brands. We craft applications that captivate users and elevate their experience. Partner with us to build the perfect Mobile App or Web Application tailored to your business goals...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 26 Projects Listed
We are a full-service digital marketing and web design firm. Our core philosophy is built on providing positive returns on investment to our clients. By employing exceptional website design, strategic internet marketing campaigns we help our clients drive more quality leads to their business...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Digital Services
- UI/UX Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Moda Kreatif is a web design and digital marketing agency that helps brands stand out in the digital world. We approach every project with a deep understanding of the brands identity combining user experience (UX), performance, SEO, GEO, and conversion-focused strategies to make your digital success...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Advertising
- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Istanbul, Turkey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
There are many ways to build brands. Each case (client), has their own business challenges, believes on their own paradigmas and will be "surfing the wave" in different contexts. There fore, each case is different. Taylor made analysis and strategy for every case is imperative!...
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- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
Building first-class websites and applications is a journey that starts with the very first phone call. We truly believe our client’s success is our success. Every step of the way we are there beside you, making sure you are a part of the process of building something together. The SKDesign Agency is...
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- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- West Melbourne, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $110/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
We create websites that not only look amazing, but also work perfectly. From modern website design and development to custom web development for your business. We also offer organic SEO...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Bogota, Colombia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $58/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
As a well-renowned creative agency, LaviniaNext professionals are Idea & Solution Makers, offering their market experience in Strategy, Creativity, Technology, Branded TV, Content, Events, Social Media and E-Learning...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Video Production
- Graphic Design
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Barcelona, Spain
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
I have been designing websites and mobile applications since 2015...
Top Services:
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- Location
- Almaty, Kazakhstan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
Multiply your organic traffic with data-driven SEO strategies, outrank your competitors and achieve sustainable growth. Get a free SEO audit to discover your growth opportunities...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Location
- Sheridan, Wyoming
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
UX/UI design team that turns your business ideas into human-centered products...
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- UI/UX Design
- Design Services
- Web Design
- Creative Services
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Tomsk, Russia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Designitic is a leading player in the fields of Facebook marketing, eCommerce SEO, and Amazon SEO. With a strong track record spanning three years, our core passion revolves around enhancing businesses through exceptional web design and development services...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Logo Design
- PPC
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $2500/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Technology impacts every aspect of business, and when used strategically, can bring dramatic improvement to an organization's challenges. We provide a robust catalog of digital services to meet the high standards of discerning clients and the demands of an ever-changing technology landscape...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $145/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
BLACKT is a creative design & development agency from Paris.We craft bold brands and digital experiences that stand out, connect, and perform.Make digital impact ️...
Top Services:
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Paris, France
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 13 Projects Listed
Kodcraft AI helps founders, startups, small teams, and growing businesses transform ideas, workflows, and digital goals into custom applications, workflow automations, internal tools, landing pages, and high-performance websites...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
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- Location
- Davao City, Philippines
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Serving your business to be digitally On Point...
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- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Tallinn, Estonia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
User interfaces web, and app design...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- UI/UX Design
- Location
- Solin, Croatia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
We're commited to helping organizations expand their success online and off, so they can make more meaningful contributions to the communities they serve. Our clean design, targeted writing and intuitive user experiences provide an authentic, engaging and memorable brand presence...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Location
- Kahului, Hawaii
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $148/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
At Done Digital, we help our clients achieve success through teamwork and creativity. We work on a diverse range of projects, from helping small businesses streamline their marketing to implementing large-scale digital solutions focused on growth...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Digital Services
- Location
- Brisbane, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $160/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
ScinoRx Technologies serves as your premier destination for business-centric website development, specializing in enhancing customer engagement and driving business growth through our comprehensive digital experience services. With our tailored solutions, we empower companies to thrive in the digital...
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- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Digital Services
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Hillsborough Township, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Secret Source is a new breed of outsourcing company mixing great programming with some good old fashioned customer service. For 10 years we have been building technology for some of the biggest brands in the world. From our offices in London and Spain we access the best programmers in Europe to deliver...
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- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 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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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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