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Web Prism Dynamics LLP is an IT consulting service provider, specializing in services including web development, app development, SaaS, IoT, and creative works...
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- Digital Services
- Creative Services
- Product Design
- Web Design
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- Kolkata, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Nivas Creations is a Hyderabad-based digital agency offering web development, digital marketing (SEO, SMO, SMM), graphic design, branding, and hosting services. We help businesses grow online with custom strategies and reliable support...
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Hyderabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $5/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Bran LP is a full-service legal marketing agency dedicated exclusively to helping lawyers and law firms grow. We combine strategic thinking, data-driven marketing, and deep legal industry expertise to strengthen visibility, credibility, and reputation. From SEO and web design to PR, content marketing...
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- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Reputation Management
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
A full-service digital marketing agency that empowers businesses through SEO, PPC, social media marketing, content marketing, and high-converting website design. Our strategies are driven by data and focused on performance, helping you boost traffic, generate quality leads, and grow revenue...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Bengaluru, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Welcome to Theta solutions, a forward-thinking technology and digital marketing company dedicated to helping businesses grow in the modern digital world. We specialize in delivering reliable software solutio andns, powerful digital marketing strategies...
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- Software Development
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Sialkot, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
Vrinova Digital Solutions is a result-driven digital marketing agency helping businesses grow through SEO, Google My Business (GMB) optimization, social media marketing, Meta ads, WhatsApp marketing, website development, and lead generation strategies. We specialize in increasing online visibility, improving...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Kanpur, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
DORLD is a digital studio that helps businesses build and improve their online presence. We design and develop websites, platforms, and digital experiences that are fast, easy to use, and built to support real growth...
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- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Karachi, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
CodvikScribe transforms ambitious ideas into intelligent software solutions. We design and build enterprise-grade applications, AI-powered platforms, and scalable mobile apps that solve real business problems. From early-stage startups to established enterprises, we partner with companies to deliver bespoke...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Coimbatore, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
DigiDir is India's Top Digital Marketing Agency in India. Provides Best SEO, SMO, PPC, Google Adwords & website Development...
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Avanexa Technologies is focuses on bringing your business no matter big or small to the online pressure, by building websites, mobile apps, posters, videos, etc. We also provide Digital Marketing services to improve online presence.Our company is located in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu but we can provide services...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Coimbatore, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $12/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Ingenious Netsoft is a global digital solutions company helping businesses grow through AI-driven technology, scalable software, and performance-focused digital strategies. We specialize in web development, mobile apps, custom software, AI SEO, and digital marketing solutions designed to improve visibility...
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- Digital Services
- Design Services
- Reputation Management
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Mohali, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
Orimark Technologies Pvt Ltd focuses on creating innovative and cost-effective websites, multimedia presentations, and software applications that are tailor-made to suit the needs of all types of organizations...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Bhubaneswar, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Welcome to OB Information Technologies LLP your trusted partner in shaping the digital future of businesses. Based in New Delhi, India, we specialize in transforming ideas into powerful, scalable, and result-driven digital solutions. With years of expertise and a deep passion for innovation, we help...
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- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- New Delhi, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
At Fame & Style, we believe great brands are built through strategy, creativity, and execution. We help businesses transform ideas into memorable digital experiences that inspire trust and drive growth...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Design Services
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Amravati, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
RouteRush is a performance-driven digital marketing agency helping ambitious businesses across India, Australia, UAE, USA and the UK grow faster. We specialise in SEO, social media marketing, web development, logo design, and brand identity delivering measurable results for businesses across healthcare...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Nagpur, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Full-stack developer with 8+ years engineering scalable web, mobile, and enterprise solutions. Backed by DCS Technosis an ISO 9001 & ISO 27001 certified software company with 500+ projects delivered across 30+ countries and a 98% client satisfaction rate. I build secure, high-performance systems using...
Top Services:
- Product Design
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Jaipur, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We have been recognized as an ideal digital marketing company for 8 years by several businesses. As we with our team work on giving the quality result to the one who is connected with us...
Top Services:
- IT Services
- CRM Consulting
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $44/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
LerdLeap is a Hyderabad-based digital marketing agency specializing in real estate marketing, branding, lead generation, and business growth. The company provides data-driven market analysis, creative services, experiential marketing, SEO, brand strategy, performance marketing, and reputation management to...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Video Production
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Hyderabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
CD Studio is a creative and technological hub for businesses. We operate in 8 countries and cater to 75+ country clients We offer a wide range of business and digital solutions to startups, SMEs, and corporates across various industries. Our mission is to continually expand the realms of creativity...
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Ernakulam, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Duiverse is a brand and digital partner for established, non-technical businesses. We fix positioning and brand direction first, then build the website or digital product on top of it, with one accountable team end to end...
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- Branding
- Product Design
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Kathmandu, Nepal
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
RedTechnoHub is a full-service digital marketing company that helps startups, local businesses, and growing brands improve their online visibility, generate qualified leads, and increase revenue. Its services combine SEO, PPC, social media marketing, content marketing, website development, ecommerce...
Top Services:
- Public Relations
- Logo Design
- Reputation Management
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Mohali, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
AI Digital Ranker helps businesses strengthen their digital presence with professional SEO and AI search optimization strategies. We are a team of experienced digital marketing professionals focused on website performance, content development, and organic visibility...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Delhi, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
Blogs World is a software development company based in Udaipur, India, delivering custom web development, mobile app development, AI integration and scalable digital solutions. We build secure, high-performance websites, SaaS platforms, APIs and cross-platform apps using Laravel, React, Next.js, Node.js...
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- Web Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Udaipur, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
"Webkart Digital Pvt. Ltd. is a leading digital marketing agency with 10 years of experience, delivering result-driven solutions across pan-India. We specialize in website designing, SEO Service, social media marketing, and graphic designing to help businesses grow online. Our team creates high-converting...
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- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- AEO
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- Location
- New Delhi, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Octopus & Jam is a creative marketing agency that blends bold ideas, smart strategy, and impactful design to help brands grow, connect, and stand out...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Design Services
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Ada Digital Solutions is an India-based digital marketing and performance marketing agency helping businesses build online visibility, acquire customers, and improve measurable digital performance.We specialise in Search Engine Optimisation (SEO), Google Ads, PPC, performance marketing, paid acquisition...
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Delhi, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
WebAura enterprise-grade execution with startup energy: we build the products, run the growth, and stay in the room until it works."...
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- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Hyderabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We help brands grow their digital presence through website development, app development, and digital marketing...
Top Services:
- IT Services
- SEO
- Web Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Hype Marketer is a Vikhroli West, Mumbai agency for websites, SEO, social media, Google and Meta ads, and custom ERP and business software...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Infocus Technologies Pvt Ltd., started its journey in 2007 as a Business Consulting, Information Technology and Service Company. We are primarily focused on SAP & AWS Consulting, Implementation and Support services.The company was promoted by a group of senior IT and Management professionals, with years of...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- IT Services
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- Location
- Kolkata, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
"Bizzclan is the best digital marketing company having the team of professionals capable of delivering quality digital marketing and IT Services."...
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- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Lahore, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
SEO XOOM is a Pakistan's leading digital marketing, Online Marketing, social media marketing, seo and web design & web development agency...
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- PPC
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Islamabad, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Sagar Informatics Pvt. Ltd. (SIPL) is a 15+ years old software development company in Delhi, India offers cost effective custom software development. Specialized in courier/delivery/tracking software...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Product Design
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Delhi, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Strategic Advertising & Media Agency | A decade Of Integrated Approach | Quality & Service First Mumbai |Pune |Bengaluru...
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- Web Development
- Logo Design
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Indicus Infotech is a digital marketing company located in Delhi that is providing complete solutions for branding, going from strategies and consulting to corporate niche or any other...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Delhi, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
The platform where your business idea is given a digital makeover is called Digital TechnoLabs. We provide a wide range of services, including digital marketing, web design, web development, and online branding, as your full-service digital partner...
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- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
A full-service Google Certified digital marketing firm, SEOFIED provides cutting-edge web marketing solutions to mid-sized and large-sized businesses worldwide...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- eCommerce
- Web Design
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- Location
- Bhubaneswar, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Limecom is a Pakistan-based digital marketing agency that specializes in various aspects of online marketing. Their expertise includes Search Engine Optimization (SEO), Search Engine Marketing (SEM), Google Ads PPC, and Facebook Marketing...
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- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Web Design
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- Location
- Islamabad, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At Kshatrainfotech PVT LTD, we are a prominent AI/Image processing, Web App Development & Digital Marketing Company based in India. We were founded in the year 2018, focusing on bridging the gap between business-related goals and reality...
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- PPC
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Gandhinagar, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Ultimez technology is all about excellence, passion, and flexibility. For the last 12 years, we have offered world-class services in IT consulting, nearshore & offshore custom software development services, testing, interface designing, and identity branding...
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- eCommerce Development
- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
- SEO
- Web Design
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- Location
- Hubballi, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $5000/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
A dedicated UI/UX design agency based out of Ahmedabad. Instinct Design Studio Specializes in shaping digital solutions for startups and growth-stage companies...
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- UI/UX Design
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Package Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $1000/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Developer Bazaar provides comprehensive web and mobile app development services to transform businesses digitally...
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- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Indore, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
As a top Advertising and Digital Marketing Agency for two decades now, Tempest has been building brands and making a difference to people’s lives through advertising. And as the markets, times, consumers and media evolve, Tempest evolves too, adding skills, technologies, digital capabilities and new media...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- Advertising
- Web Design
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- Location
- Hyderabad, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Leading Digital Marketing Freelancer in India. With 10+ years of experience in SEO, SEM, SMO, SMM, Web Design/Dev, Content Writing & Email Marketing...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Bengaluru, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Extendons creates powerful, user-friendly WooCommerce and Shopify plugins that help online stores boost functionality, improve user experience, and drive real business growth. Founded in 2017, Extendons was built with a clear vision: to create a leading platform for high-quality extensions, plugins, and...
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- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Islamabad, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Cutting-edge web development and digital marketing solutions for maximum impact. We help businesses establish a strong digital presence through professional websites and strategic marketing campaigns...
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- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- Web Design
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- Location
- Hyderabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
At Digital Brains Media, we are a boutique digital agency dedicated to empowering brands with strategic creativity and data-driven innovation. We specialise in building impactful digital ecosystems through brand positioning, performance marketing, and audience engagement that blends storytelling with...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Gurgaon, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $2000/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Welcome to Caron Infotech, where we blend innovation with expertise to elevate your digital presence, product and software development. Discover our comprehensive solutions tailored for web, mobile, BlockChain, IOT and game development that turn your visions into virtual success stories...
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- Software Development
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Mohali, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $8/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Branding agency for architecture + interior design firms. Strategy, identity + website in one fixed-price engagement. The result is a clear, credible brand that helps architecture and interior design firms present their work effectively and compete for higher-value projects...
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- Branding
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- SEO
- Web Design
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- Location
- Karachi, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Madras MindWorks is a Chennai-based immersive technology company that helps organizations adopt AR, VR, MR and XR solutions for training, simulation, visualization and digital transformation. We design enterprise-grade immersive experiences, digital twins, interactive 3D applications and Industry 4.0...
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- Wearables
- VR/AR
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Chennai, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
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Frequently Asked Questions About Website Design Agencies
What services do web design agencies offer?
Web design agencies provide a range of services to plan, create, and improve business websites. Their core services include:
- Custom website design tailored to your brand and goals
- Responsive web design to ensure the site works on desktop, tablet, and mobile
- UI/UX design to make the site easy to use
- Website development to turn designs into functional websites
- Landing page design for campaigns and conversions
- Website redesign to improve outdated or underperforming sites
Beyond these core services, many web design companies also support digital marketing, including search engine optimization, content marketing, and email marketing to help improve visibility in search engines and attract potential customers.
Some also offer brand identity, graphic design, and ongoing web design services like maintenance, updates, and performance improvements to strengthen your online presence over time.
How much do website design agencies charge for their services?
Professional web design services typically cost $5,000 to $60,000+. Basic business websites may range from $5,000 to $15,000, custom websites from $15,000 to $30,000, and complex or e-commerce projects from $30,000 to $60,000+. Costs depend on scope, customization, features, and development needs.
How long does it take to build a website?
A typical website design company timeline ranges from a few days to several months, depending on scope, content readiness, and required web development.
- Simple brochure website (1 to 5 pages): 1 to 2 weeks
- Small business website (5 to 15 pages, blog, forms): 4 to 8 weeks
- eCommerce website (standard features, 10 to 100 products): 8 to 16 weeks
- Large-scale custom website (bespoke features, integrations): 4 to 6+ months
- Custom web application: 6 to 12+ months
Most delays come from two things: missing content (copy, images, product data) and an unclear scope that expands during the web design project.
If content is ready and approvals are fast, timelines compress. If content is late and feedback is slow, timelines stretch.
What are the hidden costs of web design?
Hidden web design costs usually show up in two phases: before launch and after launch.
Pre-launch hidden costs
- Stock photos, fonts, and premium plugins (one-time fees plus renewals)
- Scope creep and extra revisions beyond what the contract includes
- Content creation (copywriting, product descriptions, graphics)
- Content migration from an old site (formatting, redirects, image cleanup)
- Integrations (CRM, booking, payments, analytics) that require extra setup and testing
Post-launch hidden costs
- Web hosting and domain renewal (often increases as traffic grows)
- SSL certificate upgrades for ecommerce or higher trust requirements
- Website maintenance and security (updates, backups, monitoring, fixes)
- Email hosting (Google Workspace or Microsoft 365 per user)
These costs appear because a website build quote often covers only the core design and development. Anything tied to licensing, content production, ongoing ownership, or changes outside the original scope gets billed separately unless the statement of work includes it.
What is the difference between web design and web development?
Web design defines the visual interface and user experience of a website, while web development implements that design through code and technical functionality.
| Aspect | Web design | Web development |
| Core responsibility | Defines the design, layout, and user experience | Builds and maintains the website through code |
| Primary objective | Ensure the site is clear, engaging, and aligned with brand identity | Ensure the site works correctly, loads fast, and supports required features |
| Deliverables | Wireframes, mockups, prototypes, and visual systems | Front-end interfaces, back-end systems, and integrations |
| Key disciplines | UX design, UI design, responsive web design | Front-end, back-end, and full-stack web development |
| Business impact | Influences perception, usability, and user engagement | Enables functionality, performance, and scalability |
Web design's main focus:
- Structure and site design
- Visual hierarchy and interface clarity
- User experience and UX design
- Mobile and responsive design
- Conversion-focused landing page design
Web development's main focus:
- Coding and website development
- Front-end implementation (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
- Back-end systems and databases
- Integrations, security, and performance
- CMS setup and custom functionality
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What should I ask before hiring a web design agency?
Before hiring a web design agency, ask about relevant experience, project scope, timelines, revision limits, ownership of design files, mobile optimization, and post-launch support. Also clarify who will work on the project and how progress will be communicated.
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