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Legereum Blockchain Technologies is a specialized SaaS company providing enterprise-grade blockchain infrastructure. We deliver scalable, secure solutions including high-performance wallet SDKs and smart contract engines engineered for the Bitcoin, Solana, Stellar and EVMs ecosystems. We empower fintech...
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- Blockchain
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Islamabad, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Annexorien Technology is website Development Company in Delhi and we provide web design, web development and digital marketing services...
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- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
- PPC
- eCommerce
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- Location
- Delhi, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Established in 2013, MDS is an award-winning, independently owned integrated digital agency in Shanghai. We specialize in web design & development, graphic design, e-commerce management, and WeChat solutions...
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- Graphic Design
- Digital Services
- Branding
- Video Production
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Shanghai, China
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Pixel Perfects Solutions is a creative technology and digital services company helping businesses strengthen their online presence through professional photo editing, web development, AI-powered solutions, branding, SEO, and digital marketing. We combine creative expertise with modern technology to deliver...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Lahore, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Domainmantri seems to be a brilliant service firm that offers numerous solutions to meet all organizational needs. We provide trained specialists from several disciplines who might appreciate the requirements from beginning to end. They also continue to work on the tasks using the necessary expertise and...
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- Graphic Design
- Creative Services
- Branding
- Web Development
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- Location
- Delhi, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $16/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Shreeji Software Best Web Development | Graphic Design Company in Ahmedabad | Gujarat | India Provide 2000+ Logo Design, 1200+ Global clients, 250+ Website Design...
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- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Brandivro is a revenue-first digital marketing company providing SEO, AI Search Optimization (AEO), Google Ads, performance marketing, and conversion-focused web development. As your strategic growth partner, we ditch vanity metrics like clicks and impressions to focus strictly on what powers your bottom...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- AEO
- Web Design
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- Location
- Zirakpur, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Our plethora of web and mobile app development services add value to your business, catering to your business needs, irrespective of business size and industry...
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- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Branding
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Henceforth Solutions is an AI-First Technology Company Delivering Innovative AI, Custom Software, Web & Mobile App Development Solutions. Since 2017, We Have Been Helping Businesses Worldwide Turn Ideas Into Scalable Digital Experiences...
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- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Blockchain
- AI Development
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- Location
- Mohali, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
RemoteDevs Infotech helps European businesses modernize, maintain, and scale their digital platforms. We specialize in TYPO3, WordPress, Laravel, Shopify, AI-powered automation, website migrations, long-term maintenance, and dedicated development teams. Since 2019, we've delivered 1,800+ successful projects...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- AI Development
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- Location
- Bhavnagar, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
SERP SHINE is a digital marketing service provider. We know that this is time to switch for an online business to get more leads. That's why we have skilled professionals in our team who fulfill customers requirements guaranteed...
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- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
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- Location
- Jaipur, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
We provide best SEO and PPC services at affordable cost...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Software Testing
- Software Development
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- Location
- Delhi, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Assets4you: Your financial compass, guiding you towards a secure and prosperous future. We empower individuals and businesses to navigate the complexities of finance, offering personalized strategies and resources to unlock their full financial potential...
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- Graphic Design
- Design Services
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Mohali, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Looking to boost your online presence? At Sociobolt, the best SEO company in Ahmedabad, we specialize in Digital Marketing, Social Media Marketing, PPC, and Meta Ads. Our tailored solutions help businesses grow, engage their audience, and drive results. Let's take your brand to the next level!...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $12/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
FODUU is a full-service website design and development company in India, offering a wide range of website development services including website design, app development, eCommerce solutions, AI/ML development, logo and brand identity design, and digital marketing...
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- Software Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Indore, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Smart designs start with white space! and we add color to the white space that gives wings to your dreams. We ensure that with the right blend of creativity and strategy, our designs make a statement and reflect the core values and strength of your business.At Vi Enhance, we endorse your business to...
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- Digital Services
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Roorkee, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
STRATEGY & ROI is a digital marketing agency helping businesses grow through SEO, PPC, social media, web design, and graphic design with a focus on results and ROI...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Kolkata, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $5/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Citec is a Delhi-based website design and digital solutions company offering responsive website development, ecommerce solutions, UI/UX design, SEO, and branding services for businesses of all sizes...
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- Digital Services
- Design Services
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Delhi, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Recenturesoft Infotech is an IT & Software Development company located at Sector 63, Noida. Recenturesoft Infotech offers end to end digital solutions which include software development, web development, mobile application development for Android & iOS platforms and IT consultation services. Recenturesoft...
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- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- Web Design
- Web Development
- AEO
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- Location
- Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Hivve Studio is a revenue-engineering creative studio combining cinematic direction with autonomous AI production systems. Founded by commercial director Varun Prasad, Hivve bridges high-fidelity visual craft with software-speed execution, delivering generative AI video, interactive 3D workflows, custom web...
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- Video Production
- Creative Services
- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Bengaluru, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At TS INVO, we build smart digital solutions that help businesses grow, work faster, and stay ahead in the digital world...
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- Digital Services
- Product Design
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Haryana, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Cryptosoftwares are the ultimate solution for Blockchain Application Development service and we have highly experienced developers, excelled in the field of Blockchain Application...
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- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Calicut, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $95/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Techies Infotech India is the leading digital solution provider that enhances business processes by providing customized development and marketing solutions...
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- Software Development
- Graphic Design
- Design Services
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Amritsar, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
At NextLevel Web Solutions, we deliver more than mere websites. Our commitment is to elevate your online presence and optimize your digital marketing endeavors. Our comprehensive approach seamlessly integrates the efficacy of search engine optimization (SEO), user-friendly navigation, and compelling content...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Surat, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
A complete solution for elevating your brand from branding to user experience design. We help startups create their ideal dashboards with a strong focus on user experience, usability, and conversion optimization...
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- UI/UX Design
- Product Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Gujranwala, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Launch Layers is a conversion-focused web design agency that helps businesses turn website visitors into paying customers through strategic design, psychology-driven user experiences, and conversion architecture. Rather than building websites solely for aesthetics, the company creates digital experiences...
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- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- Software Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Lucknow, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
iFleetify Technologies LLP is a DPIIT-recognised software development company in Ahmedabad, India. We build custom software, web and mobile apps, SaaS products and integrations for growing businesses, and specialise in logistics, supply chain, 3PL, warehousing and transportation. We also build and run two...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Aik Designs is a multi-award-winning digital marketing and website development service provider based in Karachi, Pakistan. Founded and led by Ali Irfan Khan, the company boasts over 19 years of expertise in crafting high-quality, innovative, and results-driven digital solutions...
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- Content Marketing
- Advertising
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Karachi, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Aladinn Digital Solutions is a customer-centric web design and mobile app development company with several years of experience in IT development...
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- Software Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Jaipur, India
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Social Crawler is your digital marketing partner, specializing in growth-driven strategies. We harness the power of the online world to elevate your brand. Our team's expertise in marketing, strategy, and branding helps businesses thrive in the digital landscape. With us, you'll navigate the path to success...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Lucknow, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
At Vector Hives, we're dedicated to crafting exceptional designs that elevate your brand. From logos to web and print, our creative team delivers tailored solutions for real impact...
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- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Haroonabad, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Accelerate your dental clinic practice with our marketing prescriptions!...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Branding
- Web Design
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- Location
- Hyderabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $700/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Averolt is a software studio. We build custom software for web, mobile and internal systems, plus AI agents, automation and DevOps, and we support it after launch. For founders and growing teams...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Lahore, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Leading offshore javascript web development company in India providing best application services like mobile app development, react native app development, meteor javascript development, Node Js Development and react js development services in USA and INDIA...
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- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
- IT Services
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Jamoora Studio thrives on the freedom of imagination, collaboration, and the satisfaction of delivering exceptional work. By employing progressive design methods and cutting-edge technologies, we guarantee that your new website will be visible, accessible, and environmentally friendly...
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- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Video Production
- Branding
- Print Design
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- Location
- Ranchi, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Looking for a professional freelance logo, graphic, or web designer in Bangalore? I offer custom, creative design solutions to help your brand stand out and grow...
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- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Package Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Bengaluru, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Flags communications provides innovative solutions for advertising, public relations, marketing, event management, SEO writing and many more. We are a creative agency in Delhi, and with our creative and contemporary strategy, we outshine our competitors as we do a detailed analysis of market trends and follow...
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- Graphic Design
- Public Relations
- Advertising
- Creative Services
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Delhi, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Atyantik Technologies Pvt. Ltd. is a leading software company in Vadodara, Gujarat, specializing in innovative digital solutions for clients across India. We offer a wide range of services, from UI/UX Design to enterprise applications, delivering customized, high quality solutions that enhance your digital...
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- Software Development
- CRM Consulting
- ERP Consulting
- IT Services
- SEO
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- Location
- Vadodara, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Chambrix is a web and app development agency that turns ideas into scalable, high-performing digital products. From custom websites to mobile apps, we build solutions that help businesses grow online...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Digital Strategy
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Karachi, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We do not jump into Digital marketing. We do define strategies to build up a Digital branding over a period of time...
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- Digital Services
- Video Production
- Branding
- Design Services
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Bengaluru, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $6/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Growth Scraper is a growth-focused digital agency that helps brands scale through strategic branding, web experiences, SEO, marketing, and business growth systems, combining data-driven execution with creative solutions to improve visibility, conversions, and long-term revenue growth...
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- SEO
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Coimbatore, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Aquatec Innovative Private Limited is on top, when you are searching for IT companies...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Graphic Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- Mohali, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
SCSEAPWIMCELV | 360° Business & Marketing Solutions is your one-stop powerhouse for building brands, boosting sales, and crafting digital experiences that convert. From branding and web development to performance marketing and automation. We blend creativity with strategy to grow your business smartly and...
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- Digital Marketing
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Mumbai, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Aminsofttech is having skilled developers & creative minds to fulfill the requirement of clients globally. We work on Android, iPhone applications, and more. We have a highly professional technical staff and Good Skilled Management Members to run this company smoothly...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Testing
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Tanzilite helps businesses grow online with smart, creative, and result-focused digital marketing solutions. From SEO and paid advertising to social media, web development, and branding, we create strategies that improve visibility, attract customers, and build stronger brands...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- SEO
- AEO
- PPC
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- Location
- Lahore, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
With over a decade of Expereince in Customized Application Development, digital marketing and Technical Writing, Inovies makes sure of its availability wherever the client needs. Operating from a Facility in Hyderabad, Inovies caters its business capabilities to multitude of International companies with a...
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- Branding
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Hyderabad, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Kalzoom Advisors is a full scale Creative Digital Marketing Agency providing strategic brand services, world-class creative & design work, and pull marketing strategies...
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- Digital Marketing
- Graphic Design
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Pune, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
AdMojo is a leading digital marketing agency in Guwahati, Assam, passionate about driving results for your brand. Our team of experts uses innovative strategies and skilled execution to deliver measurable ROI. We offer a variety of services to fit your needs, from SEO and social media marketing to content...
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Guwahati, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
WP All Support was established to help businesses get the most convenient WordPress-related service. Within the industry, we identified some loopholes that broadened the business continuity gap, setting up goals and easy WordPress solutions. Being into the WordPress community, we saw a lot of challenges for...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Ahmedabad, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Saletify empowers businesses with innovative digital marketing and development solutions, blending creativity with measurable results...
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- Digital Marketing
- Video Production
- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Pune, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
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Frequently Asked Questions About Website Design Agencies
What services do web design agencies offer?
Web design agencies provide a range of services to plan, create, and improve business websites. Their core services include:
- Custom website design tailored to your brand and goals
- Responsive web design to ensure the site works on desktop, tablet, and mobile
- UI/UX design to make the site easy to use
- Website development to turn designs into functional websites
- Landing page design for campaigns and conversions
- Website redesign to improve outdated or underperforming sites
Beyond these core services, many web design companies also support digital marketing, including search engine optimization, content marketing, and email marketing to help improve visibility in search engines and attract potential customers.
Some also offer brand identity, graphic design, and ongoing web design services like maintenance, updates, and performance improvements to strengthen your online presence over time.
How much do website design agencies charge for their services?
Professional web design services typically cost $5,000 to $60,000+. Basic business websites may range from $5,000 to $15,000, custom websites from $15,000 to $30,000, and complex or e-commerce projects from $30,000 to $60,000+. Costs depend on scope, customization, features, and development needs.
How long does it take to build a website?
A typical website design company timeline ranges from a few days to several months, depending on scope, content readiness, and required web development.
- Simple brochure website (1 to 5 pages): 1 to 2 weeks
- Small business website (5 to 15 pages, blog, forms): 4 to 8 weeks
- eCommerce website (standard features, 10 to 100 products): 8 to 16 weeks
- Large-scale custom website (bespoke features, integrations): 4 to 6+ months
- Custom web application: 6 to 12+ months
Most delays come from two things: missing content (copy, images, product data) and an unclear scope that expands during the web design project.
If content is ready and approvals are fast, timelines compress. If content is late and feedback is slow, timelines stretch.
What are the hidden costs of web design?
Hidden web design costs usually show up in two phases: before launch and after launch.
Pre-launch hidden costs
- Stock photos, fonts, and premium plugins (one-time fees plus renewals)
- Scope creep and extra revisions beyond what the contract includes
- Content creation (copywriting, product descriptions, graphics)
- Content migration from an old site (formatting, redirects, image cleanup)
- Integrations (CRM, booking, payments, analytics) that require extra setup and testing
Post-launch hidden costs
- Web hosting and domain renewal (often increases as traffic grows)
- SSL certificate upgrades for ecommerce or higher trust requirements
- Website maintenance and security (updates, backups, monitoring, fixes)
- Email hosting (Google Workspace or Microsoft 365 per user)
These costs appear because a website build quote often covers only the core design and development. Anything tied to licensing, content production, ongoing ownership, or changes outside the original scope gets billed separately unless the statement of work includes it.
What is the difference between web design and web development?
Web design defines the visual interface and user experience of a website, while web development implements that design through code and technical functionality.
| Aspect | Web design | Web development |
| Core responsibility | Defines the design, layout, and user experience | Builds and maintains the website through code |
| Primary objective | Ensure the site is clear, engaging, and aligned with brand identity | Ensure the site works correctly, loads fast, and supports required features |
| Deliverables | Wireframes, mockups, prototypes, and visual systems | Front-end interfaces, back-end systems, and integrations |
| Key disciplines | UX design, UI design, responsive web design | Front-end, back-end, and full-stack web development |
| Business impact | Influences perception, usability, and user engagement | Enables functionality, performance, and scalability |
Web design's main focus:
- Structure and site design
- Visual hierarchy and interface clarity
- User experience and UX design
- Mobile and responsive design
- Conversion-focused landing page design
Web development's main focus:
- Coding and website development
- Front-end implementation (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
- Back-end systems and databases
- Integrations, security, and performance
- CMS setup and custom functionality
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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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