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At Coco Solution, we are a full-service digital marketing agency that combines creativity, technology, and data-driven strategies to deliver measurable results. We specialize in SEO, web design, social media, and branding, empowering businesses to stand out in the digital world. With a client-focused...
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- Web Development
- Graphic Design
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- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
With an aim to leverage in the digital marketing world we as digital experts in SEO, Social Media, Paid Ads and more have been providing quality digital marketing services to our clients...
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- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Manila, Philippines
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
At I Concept Digital, we're not just another digital agency; we're a team of trailblazers on a mission to redefine digital success. Founded in 2010, our journey has been fueled by our passion for creativity and innovation. From consultation to website design, system development, and digital marketing, we...
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- Video Production
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Subang Jaya, Malaysia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 16 Projects Listed
Valens is powered by a team of passionate software engineers, creative designers, innovative thinkers, and inspiring product owners who thrive in the digital realm. Together, we deliver cutting-edge solutions and transformative experiences that drive success for businesses navigating the complexities of the...
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- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- UI/UX Design
- Software Development
- Staff Augmentation
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- Location
- Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
We are a small marketing consultant agency located within Dayton, Ohio that assists in giving others a louder voice. We provide creative digital marketing and branding strategies, along with web and graphic design, through visual and personal communication. We are a small social enterprise that has assisted...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Dayton, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Alpha Co. Marketing & Media provides an integrated solution to increasing clients through digital media. We have a proven track record in increasing sales and adding brand value through digital marketing...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Recipient of numerous design accolades, PixelChefs stands as a comprehensive web design agency crafting bespoke, attention-grabbing websites optimized for both SEO and mobile platforms, invigorating your sales pipeline. The agency has the best team of WooCommerce developers...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Winter Garden, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
REK Marketing & Design is a 22-year-old Orlando agency, now run by Tom Klingebiel and Dave Lertola since October 2025. We build custom-coded websites for home service and retail businesses. No WordPress. No templates. Month-to-month contracts. 90+ active clients across Florida, California, and PA...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- Web Development
- PPC
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- Location
- Orlando, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We have many years' experience creating professional and cost effective websites for our customers and aim to ensure your business maintains a strong online presence. Ptnsystems focuses on strong graphic design, quality layout and a simple end-user experience for success...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- IT Services
- Managed Services
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- Location
- Swanage, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Wits SEO is a web design and development agency that delivers custom digital solutions through WordPress and IT outsourcing. They help businesses build fast, secure, and scalable websites with expert support at every step...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- IT Services
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- Location
- Caracas, Venezuela
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
At Rapid Fire, we craft exceptional Webflow websites for ambitious businesses that want to stand out online. We craft exceptional Webflow websites for ambitious businesses. We don't just build websites, we empower businesses with scalable, user-friendly solutions and the knowledge to keep growing...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
iWade Media is dedicated in giving our clients the best professional website design, logo design, mobile app development, custom software development, eCommerce websites, digital marketing that meets the latest innovative technology standards. This has positioned us as the leading website and mobile...
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- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Tamale, Ghana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
We are a one-stop shop for all of the digital business needs. We have an exceptional track record and have helped dozens of business to go from startups to medium sized business. We take pride in our work and understand that our customer success is our success. Currently we have a 200% growth year after year...
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- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Email Marketing
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Auburn, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
WebHipsters is web & marketing agency from Romania, with huge experience in diverse project in online within Romania and other countries. We can support our clients with a full range of services arround web development and online marketing...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Bucharest, Romania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Omis Digital is a web design and development agency based in Dallas, working with clients across the country. We build fast, conversion-focused websites and back them with SEO, AEO, and CRO so the right customers find you and take action. From first wireframe to ongoing optimization, we treat your site as a...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- CRO
- Branding
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- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
Want to make an impression? We, at Artrivo, build unique websites that help you do just that!...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- Maharagama, Sri Lanka
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
If you think AI marketing is just chatbots and automated emails, you're missing the bigger picture. Real AI marketing uses machine learning to make thousands of optimization decisions that would take human marketers months to figure out...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
I specialize in branding and advertising for small businesses. My services range from graphic and web design to google ad word campaign creation. Visit my website to learn more...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- Branding
- Location
- San Jose, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
DIGITALON is a full-service digital agency in Australia. We offer innovative products and services in website design, digital marketing and graphic design...
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- Web Design
- Digital Services
- Location
- Wurtulla, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
At Volt, we create beautifully crafted digital experiences that tell your brand's story & engage customers. Our proactive approach & seamless process help elevate your brand & reach business goals...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Branding
- Location
- Singapore, Singapore
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $160/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Marketing 1on1 is one of the best internet marketing companies with extensive digital marketing expertise that offers cutting-edge website marketing services to businesses of all sizes...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
As a people-first marketing agency, Cowire achieves measurable online growth for ambitious entrepreneurs by focusing on what really works...
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- SEO
- Advertising
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Boortmeerbeek, Belgium
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Advertising & Marketing agency specializing in traditional media advertising & online marketing strategy...
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- Digital Marketing
- Video Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Media Buying
- Branding
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- Location
- Raleigh , North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 15 Projects Listed
Magecom helps online businesses thrive and develop. We are an agency with 15+ years of expertise in ecommerce, Magento/Adobe, Shopify, and Shopware partners...
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- Software Development
- eCommerce Development
- eCommerce
- Design Services
- Branding
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- Location
- Fobbing, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 15 Projects Listed
Full-service agency specialised in complete digital brand transformations and ambitious connected growth strategies...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Branding
- Digital Services
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
North Carolinas premier SEO, PPC, & Webflow development agency. We are a team of 20+ digital marketing experts with enough experience and know-how to rival our largest competitors...
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- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Greenville, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We are Garden, as unique London based branding agency who help new and existing brand become new and exciting brands...
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- Branding
- Design Services
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 14 Projects Listed
Bowen is a distinguished web design agency headquartered in New York, recognized for its exceptional work and industry accolades. We collaborate with businesses to generate impactful and long-lasting outcomes...
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- Web Design
- Branding
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Mineola, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Youtech is an integrated marketing and development agency that stops at nothing to bring the utmost value to our clients. We use our signature blend of intelligent data and inspiration to bring our clients new business through expertly crafted marketing, development, branding, and public relations.As a...
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- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
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- Location
- Naperville, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
We help clients tackle a variety of business problems, from web design, marketing strategy + execution, to content creation...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Translation Services
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- Location
- Huntingdon, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $165/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
With a wide range of services to offer, an IT Company Service Provider is a whole of interesting ideas and concepts. Website Design & Development, Digital Marketing Services, Inventing Products for Technological advancements are some of the most prior and important ‘WHAT WE DO’, in an IT Company’s...
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- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
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- Location
- Mohali, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
We develop industry-leading ecommerce design, builds and marketing solutions to enhance business and increase conversions...
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- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- SEO
- Web Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Aventura, Florida
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
SqualaDesign Ltd is a Digital Cloud Agency based in Timaru specialised in website, ERP, CRM and Marketing. We help small business to find the right IT solution to grow their company...
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- Web Design
- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Timaru, New Zealand
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
DESH.Group is a full-cycle Web3 & AI development agency building scalable digital products from concept to launch...
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- Design Services
- Product Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- AI Development
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- Location
- Lviv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
E2developers is a team of creatives and technical persons of high-end services in design, marketing, web & app development...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
With direct communication with client, quality and professional service, we will fulfill all your request. No matter how small or big that request or problem is...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Dubrava, Croatia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 15 Projects Listed
We are an award winning team of creatives passionate about building brands, helping businesses grow and connecting memories. We offer a wide scale of creative services which include: graphic design, website design, branding and marketing...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Design Services
- Creative Services
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Bristol, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
We help businesses dominate Google, Maps, Reviews, and AI Search so more qualified customers choose you over your competitors...
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- SEO
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- San Antonio, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
Raddito is a full-service WordPress agency specializing in cinematic, high-performance web design and technical SEO. We deliver measurable ROI for brands worldwide, featuring a dedicated healthcare division and a premium template ecosystem. Global expertise, results-driven digital engineering...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Chattogram, Bangladesh
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Think is an independent, award-winning creative agency based in Manchester, with a London office...
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- Branding
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- Digital Strategy
- Web Development
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- Location
- Manchester, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Meet your new design team! We have mighty project managers, UX/UI designer to make our projects look awesome and meaningful, front-end developers to turn beauty into real life, software engineers to code the beating heart of the project and cross-platform mobile developers to craft stunning iPhone and Android...
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- Mobile App Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Software Development
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Web design and application development for when it really matters. We have been successfully launching projects for 20 years and have organizations like Sprint, ADT, AAMCO, and United Way on our client roster. We work with organizations of all sizes...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
We create compelling identities for businesses that aspire to be recognized as the very best in what they do...
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- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Branding
- Product Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Sacramento, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Coreteka is an IT services provider with R&D offices in Eastern Europe and 8 years of experience in custom software development. We have offices in Irvine (the USA), Wroclaw (Poland), and Kyiv (Ukraine)...
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- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Irvine, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 13 Projects Listed
We dont just develop applications; we build lasting partnerships that evolve software to keep our clients competitive and innovative. Since 2009, MobiDev has helped over 400 businesses in the US, Canada, Europe, and Israel build, modernize, and scale their products for todays dynamic market...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
- VR/AR
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- Location
- Norcross, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 14 Projects Listed
Transfuture is an award winning Brooklyn-based design consultancy creating high-impact websites for organizations working at the intersection of architecture, transportation, education, and engineering. We turn mission-driven ideas into digital experiences that drive growth and build authority...
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- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Product Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
INC4 is an engineering studio for product teams building AI across Fintech, Trading, and Web3, founded in 2013. Deep-thinking engineering, embedded with your team.Fintech · Trading · Web3 Since 2013...
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- AI Development
- Blockchain
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- IT Services
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- Location
- Kyiv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Whether you're a startup looking to make a splash or an established business ready to level up, we have the solutions and the passion to help you succeed. Contact us today so we can learn more about your business needs...
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- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Development
- Reputation Management
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- Location
- Homestead, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Web Designer Factory is a website and app development company in Plano and Dallas, Texas. We build custom web apps, customer portals, mobile apps and business websites for companies across the US, and run Google Ads and SEO for service businesses...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Plano, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $79/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Your one-stop shop for all things digital. Let us help you design and develop a professional website and implement effective digital marketing strategies for your business...
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Singapore, Singapore
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 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
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.
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