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Riverworks Marketing is a full-service firm based in Chattanooga, Tennessee, our group of skilled and trustworthy individuals offers website design and development, branding and logo design, search engine optimization (SEO), social media marketing, email marketing, and graphic design services...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Location
- Chattanooga, Tennessee
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Meta Creative is a full service creative agency based in North Perth, Australia. For over 14 years, we've helped businesses reach new heights by focusing on the touchpoints that capture attention - Strategic branding, compelling websites and compelling social media. Whether you're an emerging startup, or...
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- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Perth, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Laurence Zimmermann, founder of FractalMax, runs a digital marketing boutique agency specializing in press release distribution, media outreach, SEO, and web design. FractalMax helps businesses boost visibility, secure media coverage, gain backlinks, and drive targeted traffic...
Top Services:
- Public Relations
- Web Design
- SEO
- Location
- Paris, France
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Milda Style helps business owners turn their vision into a powerful brand merging high-end aesthetics with strategy, speed, and expert support every step of the way...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Logo Design
- Location
- Vilnius, Lithuania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Vizualogy is a creative studio blending branding, web design, and digital strategy. We help ambitious businesses stand out with bold identities, seamless websites, and smart SEO that drives growth. From concept to launch, our team combines design expertise and technical skills to deliver work that looks great...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Web Design
- SEO
- Location
- Agadir, Morocco
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a digital and branding company that believes in the power of creative strategy and along with great design...
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- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- Business Consulting
- DevOps Consulting
- IT Services
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- Location
- Pune, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
efelle creative specializes in building powerful brands, stunning custom websites, and revenue-driven digital solutions. With expertise in UX, UI, SEO, and intelligent automation, we craft unforgettable online experiences that fuel business growth and lasting success...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Seattle, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Because we have an overview on the web industry, we can handle more than just a set of isolated services.We connect those services to build your digital strategy...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- New Taipei City, Taiwan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Lucky Ace Web Design provides the best quality web site design for all of your business marketing needs. Let us give your site a facelift and a marketing boost. We provide dynamic, Google-friendly web design, results-proven SEO services, and graphic design...
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- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
- Web Development
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- Location
- Houston, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $95/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Founded in 2009, we're a digital commerce agency that builds & optimizes customer experiences.We work with brands to grow direct-to-consumer (DTC) eCommerce businesses with a focus on Shopify Plus & BigCommerce websites.Our work is our passion, and we believe the results speak for themselves...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Digital Marketing
- Affiliate Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We offer internet companies our experienced support and assistance. We are an Australian company that offers local and remote services as well as consulting all across the country. We are a company based in the south-western region of Australia. We encourage people to purchase locally, support regional...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Margaret River, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
With an unwavering commitment to excellence, we have cemented our position as the go-to agency for innovative and groundbreaking digital marketing solutions. At IDG, we possess a definite belief in the power of brand elevation and transformative growth. Our team of experts, armed with unparalleled expertise...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Concord, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
K Ventures is dedicated to nurturing success for early-stage tech startups throughout the West Coast of the USA. We champion the innovative endeavors of young minds, promoting groundbreaking ideas that pave the way for a brighter future...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Bear, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
MarvinG Webdesign specializes in crafting bespoke landing pages meticulously tailored to each client's unique needs and objectives. Our expertise lies in creating customized solutions that captivate audiences and drive tangible results for businesses...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
- CRO
- Web Development
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- Location
- Frankfurt, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Excellent Presence is an award-winning, woman-owned web strategy studio for mission-driven businesses & social enterprises. We craft goal-focused websites, practical SEO plans, and smart automation to fuel sustainable growth that honors your values. Let's expand your reach, not your workload...
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- Web Design
- AI Development
- SEO
- CRO
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- St. Petersburg, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
When your website matches the quality of your work, everything changes...
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- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- AEO
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- Location
- Perkasie, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Websites, SEO, and marketing strategy. Built by the person you hire...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- UI/UX Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Clarks Summit, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Friendly Web Designs is a family-run web design and development company focused on helping small businesses, startups, nonprofits, and local organizations grow online without the stress or inflated costs. We build clean, modern, fully custom websites no templates, no shortcuts. Our work includes website...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- Logo Design
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Beachwood, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We create custom web solutions for businesses across the United States, with our headquarters in Birmingham, Alabama. Specializing in small business web design and development, we offer a full range of services including website design, maintenance, SEO, social media management, content creation, branding...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Birmingham, Alabama
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Elite Webmasters is a Uganda-based SEO and web design agency specializing in building search-optimized websites that help businesses improve Google rankings, attract organic traffic, and generate customer enquiries. The agency combines technical SEO, local SEO, and conversion-focused web design to help...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- AEO
- SEO
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- Location
- Kampala, Uganda
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $55/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Seamless Sites helps small businesses build a clearer, more effective online presence. We create websites that clearly communicate what you do, make it easy for customers to take the next step, and improve your visibility in search results. Our team keeps the process straightforward and collaborative...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- AEO
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Johnstone, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We provide fractional CTO services backed by a senior product and engineering team...
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- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Software Development
- AI Development
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- Location
- Federal Way, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $130/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Green Hat Workers is a creative agency specialized in digital communication. We design brands, websites, strategies, and content that help businesses connect with their audience, stand out, and grow online...
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- Print Design
- Web Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Madrid, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Web Livo is a dynamic web agency founded in 2024 by Romain Mortier. Specializing in website creation, digital marketing, and visual identity, it supports entrepreneurs, associations, and individuals in their quest for visibility and notoriety. Through powerful and innovative digital solutions, Web Livo helps...
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- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Logo Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Berchères-les-Pierres, France
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Orange Studios is a creative web design company based in Orlando, Florida. We specialize in building modern, responsive websites that help local businesses stand out and grow. From custom WordPress design to SEO and branding, we combine creativity with technology to deliver smart, user-friendly digital...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- Creative Services
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Orlando, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
CLK Media Co. is a Florida-based branding company offering strategic website design, marketing, and brand building to help our clients build the Connections they Crave...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
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- Location
- Fort Walton Beach, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
DevMamun is a WordPress web designer and developer specializing in websites for therapists, counselors, mental health professionals, and private practice owners. The business focuses on creating high-converting WordPress websites that help therapists attract new clients, improve online visibility, and...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Dhaka, Bangladesh
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
An all-inclusive digital marketing agency, Rebel. For today's award-winning companies, the agency creates tomorrow's digital goods by leveraging technology to bring concepts to life. We push technologically advanced concepts to produce outstanding work, and we are undeniably skilled in what we do...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Email Marketing
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $180/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Our multidisciplinary creative team includes a Creative Director, UI/UX Designers, Web Developers and SEO Content and Marketing Strategist...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Driving Digital Transformation For Progressive Brands with ove 500+ happy clients from 23 countries and 94% client retention rate we are one of the leading shopify , shopify plus and Agentic AI solutions provider for Global Brands...
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- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- AI Development
- Web Design
- Software Development
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Marketing digital y diseño web en Alicante. Somos la agencia SEO para PYMES y autónomos...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Sant Joan d'Alacant, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Grizzle & Tan, has over 20 years of experience in delivering engaging experiences across digital platforms, using technology and media to entertain and educate audiences in areas ranging from online to museum exhibitions.We provide end to end services, from consultancy and specification through to...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Glasgow, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $400/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
ROI-focused, full-service digital development agency catering to a wide range of clients in various industries including B2B and B2C. We have created a name for ourselves through our professional expertise in search engine optimization, search engine marketing and website design...
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- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
- Web Development
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- Location
- Grand Rapids, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Coumba Win helps startups and SMBs transform big ideas into digital brands that perform. We go beyond quick fixes and templates. From UX and branding to SEO, we offer a complete design and development solution thats creative and built for strategic growth...
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- Logo Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Burlington, Vermont
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
WordSparrow is a creative studio that helps small companies capture their vision and create a brand worthy of their passion and story. Specializing in brand development and website design for small businesses and startups, we help you look and sound as awesome as you are - at a price you can afford...
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- Web Design
- Branding
- SEO
- Creative Services
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Tacoma, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are a creative group of people who design digital experiences...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Goito, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We specialize in creating custom websites that not only look great, but also function seamlessly and efficiently. Our process starts with a consultation to understand your vision and goals, and then we work with you every step of the way to bring your website to life. We use the latest technologies and design...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Shah Alam, Malaysia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Escola, a software company based in Poland, specializes in developing comprehensive projects. Our main objective is to meet the specific requirements of our clients. To achieve this, we rely on the knowledge and expertise of our team, who are continuously expanding their skills through training and...
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- Location
- Warsaw, Poland
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Omega3design is a comprehensive brand and marketing agency, we excel in delivering a wide spectrum of services that encompass logo design, graphic design, web design, and digital marketing. Our expertise extends beyond the conventional, as we have garnered accolades as an award-winning design and advertising...
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- Web Design
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- Location
- Cheltenham, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Snowday Design specializes in crafting contemporary websites, impactful brands, and captivating visuals catered to entrepreneurs, small, medium, and large enterprises, as well as nonprofit organizations. Collaborating closely with clients, we aim to deliver premium services while ensuring a hassle-free...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Parker, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
BockPress is your trusted partner for WordPress white label development, offering specialized expertise and reliable support for capacity bottlenecks and complex projects. We create scalable, maintainable websites using Advanced Custom Fields (ACF) and optimize them with data analysis for better conversions...
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- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Erding, Germany
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Hey there! My name is Nuno Francisco Sousa, I'm a Freelance Graphic Designer based in Barcelona, Spain...
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- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Barcelona, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
CINRA embraces this significant, yet often ordinary challenge by "introducing new change to people." By continuously evolving, we can connect with a diverse range of individuals and gain a greater understanding of the world's variety...
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- Web Design
- Print Design
- Digital Marketing
- Video Production
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- Location
- Tokyo, Japan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are a boutique Creative Digital Marketing Agency start-up that specializes in crafting exceptional, personalized, targeted, and engaging customer experiences...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Branding
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are a website and graphic design company with both local and global reach. We create affordable websites and design a wide range of media. We prioritize close collaboration with our clients and build strong, lasting relationships with them...
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- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Auckland, New Zealand
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Hey there! my name is Igor Jurisic, I'm a UI/UX and graphic designer from Zadar, Croatia...
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- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- Branding
- Print Design
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- Location
- Zadar, Croatia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Studio Primal is a creative business that is always moving and improving so it does the design practice, founded by Lukas Jurcik...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Copenhagen, Denmark
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Bazil Hamard is a professional freelance web designer & photographer based in Paris, France...
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- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Paris, France
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Bronte supports businesses across New Zealand and Australia in building world-class websites using the WordPress platform...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Hamilton, New Zealand
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $160/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Hey there! My name is my name is Eduardo Sebastian Paz, I'm an Interaction Designer and Computer Science Technologist based in Los Angeles. My goal is to create impactful and emotional experiences, both digitally and in the real world, to contribute to a better future for all...
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- Product Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
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- 1 Project Listed
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Frequently Asked Questions About Website Design Companies
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 companies charge for their services?
Professional web design services typically cost $5,000 to $60,000+. Basic business websites may range from $5,000 to $15,000, custom websites from $15,000 to $30,000, and complex or e-commerce projects from $30,000 to $60,000+. Costs depend on scope, customization, features, and development needs.
How long does it take to build a website?
A typical website design company timeline ranges from a few days to several months, depending on scope, content readiness, and required web development.
- Simple brochure website (1 to 5 pages): 1 to 2 weeks
- Small business website (5 to 15 pages, blog, forms): 4 to 8 weeks
- eCommerce website (standard features, 10 to 100 products): 8 to 16 weeks
- Large-scale custom website (bespoke features, integrations): 4 to 6+ months
- Custom web application: 6 to 12+ months
Most delays come from two things: missing content (copy, images, product data) and an unclear scope that expands during the web design project.
If content is ready and approvals are fast, timelines compress. If content is late and feedback is slow, timelines stretch.
What are the hidden costs of web design?
Hidden web design costs usually show up in two phases: before launch and after launch.
Pre-launch hidden costs
- Stock photos, fonts, and premium plugins (one-time fees plus renewals)
- Scope creep and extra revisions beyond what the contract includes
- Content creation (copywriting, product descriptions, graphics)
- Content migration from an old site (formatting, redirects, image cleanup)
- Integrations (CRM, booking, payments, analytics) that require extra setup and testing
Post-launch hidden costs
- Web hosting and domain renewal (often increases as traffic grows)
- SSL certificate upgrades for ecommerce or higher trust requirements
- Website maintenance and security (updates, backups, monitoring, fixes)
- Email hosting (Google Workspace or Microsoft 365 per user)
These costs appear because a website build quote often covers only the core design and development. Anything tied to licensing, content production, ongoing ownership, or changes outside the original scope gets billed separately unless the statement of work includes it.
What is the difference between web design and web development?
Web design defines the visual interface and user experience of a website, while web development implements that design through code and technical functionality.
| Aspect | Web design | Web development |
| Core responsibility | Defines the design, layout, and user experience | Builds and maintains the website through code |
| Primary objective | Ensure the site is clear, engaging, and aligned with brand identity | Ensure the site works correctly, loads fast, and supports required features |
| Deliverables | Wireframes, mockups, prototypes, and visual systems | Front-end interfaces, back-end systems, and integrations |
| Key disciplines | UX design, UI design, responsive web design | Front-end, back-end, and full-stack web development |
| Business impact | Influences perception, usability, and user engagement | Enables functionality, performance, and scalability |
Web design's main focus:
- Structure and site design
- Visual hierarchy and interface clarity
- User experience and UX design
- Mobile and responsive design
- Conversion-focused landing page design
Web development's main focus:
- Coding and website development
- Front-end implementation (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
- Back-end systems and databases
- Integrations, security, and performance
- CMS setup and custom functionality
What are the best web design companies in 2026?
What should I ask before hiring a web design company?
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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