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3HASH is a Portuguese digital agency specializing in web development, digital transformation, and AI-powered solutions. We deliver custom websites, e-commerce platforms, UX/UI design, SEO optimization, branding, and web hosting with 24/7 support. Our mission is to lead SMEs through digital transformation by...
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- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Branding
- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Figueira da Foz, Portugal
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We help entrepreneurs and enterprises transform ideas into digital excellence from powerful mobile appsto scalable web platforms. Your vision deserves to go further, faster...
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- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Most marketing agencies master one or two channels. We make all of them work together. We're a Melbourne-based creative marketing agency specializing in professional services firms and lifestyle brands ready to scale. While others focus narrowly, we've spent over 18 years understanding how digital ads, email...
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- Digital Marketing
- Creative Services
- PPC
- Email Marketing
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- East Melbourne, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Ilett Digital is a performance marketing agency on the Gold Coast, building flywheel growth systems around Google Ads, Meta ads, SEO, AI search and more for founders in Australia, the US and beyond...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Web Development
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Gold Coast, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
We architect, produce and deliver transformative digital solutions that drive organizational excellence, accelerate growth, and deliver quantifiable impact. We specialize in 3 core areas; technology, creative, and learning services–all of which we have decades of experience in cultivating unique and...
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- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- Creative Services
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Newton, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
At MyMarketingEye, we help brands grow with smarter, structured strategies designed to boost recognition, engagement, and long- term success. As an experienced AI- powered digital marketing agency, our approach ensures your brand not only stands out but stays applicable in an ever- evolving digital geography...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- eCommerce Development
- Branding
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Link Sols empowers businesses worldwide with highperformance websites, Shopify stores, AI tools, chatbots, video content, and local SEO. We blend creativity and technology to deliver digital solutions that engage, convert, and scale...
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- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- AI Development
- Creative Services
- SEO
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- Location
- Richmond, Kentucky
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
Brandtop is a Design as a Service platform that helps companies execute design continuously without hiring in-house teams. We combine a distributed bench of designers with AI-powered workflows to deliver fast, scalable design for e-commerce brands, startups, and digital businesses without the friction of...
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- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Logo Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Wilmington, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
MARKETING FOR TECH is a B2B technology marketing firm founded by a former Silicon Valley technology marketer. We understand the unique marketing challenges that tech companies face because we've been there. Our DNA is crafted by a deep understanding of marketing technology products internationally, making us...
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- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Athens, Greece
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
TechDxon - The Digital Hexagon of Innovation and Creativity. Your digital innovation hub with cutting-edge services...
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- Web Development
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Video Production
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
A creative studio for a new generation of brand builders. Founded in 2016, our team operates on the principle that while many can execute, building a robust strategy first is crucial before we Act Second. This philosophy ensures that our creative solutions are not only innovative but also strategically...
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- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Creative Services
- Product Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $185/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
UpUp Tech is a full-cycle development partner helping design agencies and growing brands turn ideas into scalable websites, SaaS platforms, and mobile solutions. We specialize in Shopify, WordPress, Webflow, and custom product development...
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- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
- DevOps Consulting
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- Location
- Lviv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Advanced Digital Automotive Group is a results-driven digital marketing agency built exclusively for the automotive industry. Since 2009, we've partnered with auto repair shops, collision centers, window tint studios, detailers, and paint protection specialists to accelerate growth through strategic online...
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- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Reputation Management
- SEO
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- Location
- Clearwater, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
SMBJugaad LLC is a technology and AI advisory firm helping small and mid-sized businesses implement practical automation, modern websites, and scalable digital systems. We work with organizations that lack in-house technical leadership and need a trusted partner to modernize operations. Our services include...
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- Software Development
- Web Development
- Cloud Consulting
- AI Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Plainsboro Township, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We design brand ecosystems that evolve, scale, and inspire, powered by The Pulse Principle, our three-phase methodology rooted in your brands essence. Every phase is intentional, interconnected, and built around your truth, setting you apart in ways that resonate deeply with your audience...
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- Branding
- Creative Services
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Web Development
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- Location
- Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
SiteDev.kz is a Kazakhstan-based technology company specializing in business automation, CRM implementation, AI integration, and custom web development. With over 10 years of experience, the company helps businesses streamline operations, reduce manual work, and improve efficiency through scalable digital...
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- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- IT Services
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- Location
- Almaty, Kazakhstan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Virtual360 provides flexible, all-in-one business support tailored to your needs...
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- BPO
- Digital Services
- Reputation Management
- Digital Strategy
- Web Development
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- Location
- Iloilo City, Philippines
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
Gutzwiller Kommunikation und Design AG is a communication, design, and web agency based in Aarau, Switzerland. The agency helps businesses and institutions build strong brands through strategic design, digital experiences, and impactful communication. Their work combines creativity, content, and technology to...
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- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Aarau, Switzerland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $210/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
KuWeX Studios is a modern digital agency focused on helping businesses grow through smart technology, creative design, and data-driven marketing. We specialize in building high-converting websites, running performance-based ad campaigns, and developing automation systems that streamline operations. Our...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Harare, Zimbabwe
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We provide expert UX consulting with 18+ years proven success. Our multi-disciplinary team delivers product strategy, user research, UX design, training and experience testing. We have offices in Toronto, Ottawa, Canada, New York USA and Cambridge, London, UK...
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- UI/UX Design
- Digital Services
- Product Design
- Staff Augmentation
- Market Research
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We're an multi award-winning digital marketing agency based in Hale, Manchester. We offer SEO, Social, Web Development and Hosting & Maintenance services to businesses across both Manchester and nationwide. Our tight-knit team of 20 bring a wealth and variety of experience to every project, working together...
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- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Hale, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Meirra is a London-based digital agency specializing in SEO, lead generation, email marketing and custom web development. We help small and mid-market businesses build sustainable online growth with technical SEO audits, lead generation campaigns, marketing automation and modern Next.js websites...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
- Content Marketing
- CRO
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
GliscoLab is an AI-first digital marketing agency specializing in AI SEO, Generative Engine Optimization (GEO), and Answer Engine Optimization (AEO) for businesses across the United States and India. The agency helps brands increase visibility not only in traditional search engines but also in AI-powered...
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- Digital Services
- Video Production
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Alaito is a full-service digital marketing agency that works as your in-house team. We build marketing systems that generate consistent leads and sales through SEO, PPC, SMM, web development, and design. We also offer GEO optimization getting your brand visible in AI-powered search engines like ChatGPT...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Kyiv, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
ASH Solution helps agencies and businesses build scalable web and mobile apps, custom software, and SaaS products. We deliver secure, high-performance solutions and act as a reliable tech partner to help you grow without increasing in-house costs...
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- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Cybersecurity
- SEO
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- Location
- Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $11/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Aventive Studio is a premium skincare branding agency working exclusively with skincare and beauty founders. We build complete brands from strategy and visual identity to packaging design and conversion focused websites. Our clients have launched on Shark Tank, secured retail distribution with Target and CVS...
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- Branding
- Design Services
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
Fifty and Fifty is a San Diego-based growth strategy and marketing agency helping nonprofit organizations and social enterprises translate strategy into the brand, marketing, web, and technology systems that drive sustained engagement and revenue growth...
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Design Services
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Encinitas, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
We create data-driven marketing strategies tailored to your business to boost visibility, engagement, and conversions...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Camp Hill, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Inkjam are a results driven modern and mature digital agency iin Perth, Australia. We specialise in SEO, PPC, Consulting and Brand Strategy...
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Design Services
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Perth, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Indigo Screen Productions is a full-service video production company based in Albuquerque, New Mexico, focused on helping businesses grow through strategic, high-quality content. From promotional videos, television commercials and social media videos to photography and drone work, we create content designed...
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- Video Production
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Digital Services
- SEO
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- Location
- Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Global iTech Systems is a Calgary-based web design and digital marketing agency dedicated to helping businesses build strong, results-driven online identities. We specialize in custom website design, responsive development, SEO, and eCommerce solutions tailored to your goals. Our team focuses on creating...
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- Creative Services
- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Reputation Management
- Design Services
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- Location
- Calgary, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
HikeOne Creatives is a results-driven digital agency specializing in website design and development, SEO, and comprehensive digital marketing solutions...
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- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Design Services
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $500/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
At Enclave Labs, we put humans at the center of the AI architecture across the interfaces they use every day. From mobile apps to next-generation wearables like glasses, watches, and rings, we design for both everyday consumers and enterprise teams. Our mission is to foster a seamless, inclusive, and...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Hong Kong, Hong Kong
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Rent a team of creative specialists to implement your marketing roadmap and get results. From branding and creative production, to websites that convert, to content strategy for social, Creative Shizzle can help you scale your marketing without the six-figure headcount...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Design Services
- Logo Design
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Boone, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Flux Full Circle is an award-winning digital agency based in Cape Town, South Africa, specializing in digital solutions for luxury travel and hospitality brands. Its services include web development, UI/UX design, performance marketing, SEO and AI discoverability, content production, social media management...
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- Digital Services
- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $98/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Lewis Adcock is a freelance SEO consultant based in Derby, offering technical SEO, ecommerce SEO, local SEO and Shopify SEO services to businesses across Derbyshire, the East Midlands and the wider UK. Over 15 years of hands-on search experience...
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- SEO
- Content Marketing
- eCommerce
- CRO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Derby, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
CoreUpTech is a modern software development and AI automation agency helping businesses streamline operations, improve customer engagement, and scale faster through innovative digital solutions. We specialize in custom software development, website development, CRM automation, AI-powered workflows, mobile...
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- CRM Consulting
- AI Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
IDUN ISLE SL is a boutique digital strategy and branding studio based in Tenerife, specializing in elevated web design, SEO, creative direction, and intentional brand experiences for modern businesses worldwide...
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- Branding
- Design Services
- Digital Services
- Logo Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Buenavista del Norte, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
Mischka Studio is a Zagreb-based creative and digital agency specializing in web design, WordPress development, and branding for SMBs across Croatia and the EU. Services include custom builds with SEO setup, logo design, brand identity systems, and digital marketing consulting. The studio works bilingually in...
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- Digital Services
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Zagreb, Croatia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Solid Medya is a digital agency focused on web development, e-commerce solutions, SEO, performance marketing and custom software development. We help businesses strengthen their digital presence, generate qualified leads and improve conversion rates through data-driven strategies. Our team combines creative...
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- Graphic Design
- Digital Services
- Logo Design
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Konya, Turkey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
SEO Kings helps tradespeople across Bath and North East Somerset win more work online. Based in Keynsham, we design fast, professional websites from £250 and run local SEO campaigns that get plumbers, electricians, roofers and builders ranking on Google. We combine web design, Local SEO and Google Business...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Design Services
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Keynsham, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
AEN Media is an in-house digital agency based in Kalamaria, Thessaloniki (Greece), with studios in Stuttgart and Wroclaw. We design cinematic, high-performance websites and e-shops, build mobile, desktop and web apps and custom software, and develop AI agents, chatbots and GDPR-compliant automation. We also...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Product Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Kalamaria Municipality, Greece
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Quimera Group is a digital marketing agency founded in 2021 in Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia, with presence in Latin America and the United States. We offer digital marketing, web design, social media, advertising, AI automation and branding services...
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- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Graphic Design
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Wellbek is a web and digital agency based in Rabat, Morocco, specializing in website creation, digital marketing, SEO, and graphic design. The company supports businesses, SMEs, and startups across Morocco with customized digital solutions designed to strengthen online visibility, improve brand identity, and...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Design Services
- Product Design
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- Location
- Rabat, Morocco
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
CaptivContent helps behavioral health organizations grow without compromising their values. Based in Centennial, Colorado, our seven-person team handles the full content engine for treatment centers, clinical practices, and mission-driven brands: weekly video production, SEO, social media, and marketing...
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- Video Production
- Digital Services
- Creative Services
- Digital Strategy
- Branding
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- Location
- Centennial, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Fun Serious Creative Agency is a Richmond NSW-based digital agency helping Australian businesses grow through strategic web design, SEO, branding, eCommerce, hosting, and digital marketing. Founded by a web professional with more than 25 years of experience, the agency focuses on creating websites that...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Digital Services
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Richmond, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $5/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
MBC Strategic is a branding and design agency for investment firms, helping asset managers, private markets firms, and wealth platforms sharpen positioning, build authority, and communicate with institutional and high-net-worth audiences...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Santa Monica, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Integify is a Gambia-based software development agency building custom web apps, mobile apps, and AI integrations for businesses across West Africa and beyond mobile-first, fixed-price, and delivered in clear milestones...
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- Web Development
- Software Development
- AI Development
- Cloud Consulting
- DevOps Consulting
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- Location
- Wellingara, Gambia, The
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
MindSite is a Quakers Hill-based web studio that designs, builds and looks after websites for Sydney's small and medium businesses - pairing standout design with fully managed hosting, SEO and support, so owners never have to touch the tech...
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- Creative Services
- Design Services
- Reputation Management
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Quakers Hill, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Sorted Design International is a Cape Town creative studio shaping brands since 2006. We bring strategy, identity, websites, packaging, film and print together with the intelligent systems that keep them running, so you get one full-service partner instead of five suppliers. Our approach is human-first: clear...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Package Design
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- Location
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
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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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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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