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Webkul is a leading IT services company founded in 2010. We help enterprises all over the globe to solve their complex business challenges with our industry-leading services for Digital Commerce, Mobile, ERP, CRM and Cloud solutions...
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- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
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- Location
- Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
NetBramha is a global award-winning UX strategy and design studio with 18+ years of experience, impacting 1B+ users through outcome-driven digital products for 250+ clients across 20+ countries...
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- UI/UX Design
- Design Services
- Web Design
- Product Design
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Bengaluru, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Exposing your brand, making it easier for potential customers to find your business, product or service. We work with small businesses that want to grow and excel in their niche. We provide services all over the world...
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- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
- eCommerce
- Web Development
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- Location
- Kings Lynn, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
When it comes to your business, nothing is more important than having the right strategy in place to tell your story, share your vision, showcase your values, and promote everything that your brand has to offer. We’re a strategic brand agency that helps you stand out from your competition, build...
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- Package Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Genk, Belgium
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Strategic Goal Management increases businesses' profitability through business coaching and consulting. We are experts at unlocking the potential of business owners and leadership teams. We solve business problems through management interventions as part of our business consulting services...
Top Services:
- Business Consulting
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Product Design
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- Location
- Thetford, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
De Castro Media is a premier digital agency committed to boosting sales through innovative marketing strategies. By leveraging cutting-edge techniques and a results-driven approach, we ensure your business achieves significant and measurable growth...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Design Services
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- Location
- Peyia, Cyprus
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Digital Success is a DFW-based digital marketing agency focused on achieving rapid business growth. They aim to increase qualified website traffic, amplify social media presence, target ideal customer bases, engage new and returning visitors, and ultimately boost overall revenue for their clients...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Public Relations
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- Location
- Dallas, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Evo Strategies is a California-based, full-service marketing, advertising and branding agency headquartered in Ladera Ranch. Founded in 2011, the boutique firm offers integrated servicesranging from brand strategy and web design to commercial video productiongeared toward mid-size organizations and consumer...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Advertising
- eCommerce Development
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Ladera Ranch, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Plaudit Design is a web design and Internet marketing agency. But more than that, were a close group of dreamers and do-ers with a passion for seeing you succeed. Were driven to help each and every client reach their greatest potential, and have fun doing it. Take a look and get to know us were excited to...
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- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- SEO
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- St. Paul, Minnesota
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $160/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
FMS Franchise is the only full service franchise consulting agency that offers marketing and sales support to its clients...
Top Services:
- Video Production
- Web Design
- Business Consulting
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Alpharetta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Skybridge Infotech helps accelerate the development of software products and reduce time to market through its proven processes, methodologies and tools. Our full lifecycle services include Design, Product development, Testing and QA. We offer end-to-end solutions across diverse technology platforms and...
Top Services:
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- Software Development
- IoT
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- Location
- Bonham, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
ARLOOPA Inc. specializes in the development of augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) applications and games. They offer a range of advanced services including cloud-based AR solutions, customized branded AR app and game development, VR app and game development, and 2D and 3D content creation...
Top Services:
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Los Altos, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
WE DESIGN CLEAN, CUSTOM & CREATIVE WEBSITES WITH SEARCH ENGINES IN MIND.LOOKING FOR A WEBSITE DESIGNER?We are a philadelphia area design team specializing in custom web design, custom wordpress websites, search engine optimization (seo), graphic design, branding, logo design & other creative services...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Phoenixville, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We work with clients from SMEs to global corporations in a range of industries including public services, retail, entertainment, fashion and more. We help companies establish their presence, grow their brands and reach their customers through bespoke branding, development, website design, graphic design, SEO...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- Branding
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- Location
- Derby, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Terra Ferma Media is a Wimbledon-based boutique marketing agency with a wide variety of regional, national and international clients including everything from the largest NHS trust in London to smaller regional and several overseas businesses.We specialise in WordPress websites but also offer a range of...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- Email Marketing
- Logo Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Soluciones Web Mty is a Communication Agency in Monterrey, Mexico, that integrates innovative strategies customized to your business. We focus mainly on micro, small and medium companies to maximize all your potential and pull it to the next level...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- eCommerce
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Monterrey, Mexico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
Envision Dennis Romano LLC is a full service web agency located in New Jersey USA. We help small businesses grow and expand and compete with enterprises. Our specialty areas include Web Design, SEO Strategies, Graphic Design, Marketing, Advertising and Web Hosting...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Ocean Township, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $137/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
If you need website, mobile and web app, custom software - don't hesitate and let's talk...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
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- Location
- Dabrowa, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
#1 Chromatix is an award-winning Melbourne web design and conversion agency helping businesses build trust, communicate clearly and convert more visitors into leads. Since 2009, we've combined the best company UX, strategy, web design and CRO to create websites that deliver real business outcomes...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Camberwell, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
We have been in this space for over 19 years now, and having built over 10,000 websites in that time we have an understanding of what works well online and what doesn't. We use this experience to help clients achieve cost effective outcomes, boost volume, improve conversion rates and lift profits...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- SEO
- Email Marketing
- eCommerce
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- Location
- North Sydney, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At authenticstyle we use our 10+ years knowledge of web design and development, coupled with our love for digital marketing to design and develop results-focused websites and eCommerce shops for businesses based in Dorset and internationally too. You might think we're a lot like every other web design agency...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Poole, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Full-service digital marketing agency in Hartland, MI helping small businesses grow online...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Hartland, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Full service webbureau specializing in developing homepages, webshops & using online marketing...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Copenhagen, Denmark
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
We love small businesses. After all, we are one. That's precisely why we're uniquely positioned to help small businesses with their marketing challenges. From branding to websites to driving organic traffic we know how to help you make an impact in the market to increase sales. We get it. Talk with us...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- Lancaster, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $165/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Vicson Digital is a full-service digital agency, busy designing and building beautiful digital products, brands, and experiences...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Product Design
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Warsaw, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
MAC5 Web Design & Marketing helps clients focus their Online presence, Brand perception and Marketing efforts through Digital Media...
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- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Strategy
- Web Development
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- Location
- Duncan, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Birmingham-based Koenig Web Design Ltd creates custom WordPress websites and delivers SEO, eCommerce, and digital marketing solutions with a dedicated team for results-driven online growth...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
- Digital Services
- PPC
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- Location
- Birmingham, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
We're Toronto Based Web Design & Mobile App Development agency, our expert team of Web Designers are qualified in Providing Customized Website Designs in Toronto Area...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We are a collective of creative and technical professionals from a wide range of backgrounds from design to development. Our passions lie with helping create one-of-a-kind solutions that change the way people engage with the digital world, and bring smiles to faces...
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- Web Design
- Digital Services
- Web Development
- Graphic Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Spokane, Washington
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $140/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Chain Reaction is a digital marketing agency, based in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Amman. Found in 2010, Chain Reaction is specialised in Search Engine Optimization, Search Engine Marketing, Social Media Marketing and Management, Website Development and more...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Content Marketing
- PPC
- eCommerce
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
11 years of experience, the know-how of our specialists and our international references transform Happy Advertising into a full-service digital agency...
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- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Bucharest, Romania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Based in north west London but making a difference worldwide, WEBPRO is a creative agency offering a wealth of online services to make customers tick and your business grow. We are proud to offer an array of bespoke and semi-bespoke services to match your requirements and budget. From website design and...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- Video Production
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- Location
- Edgware, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
eTecc / Interactive is a digital creative studio that specializes in website design and development, mobile applications and branding. We thrive on crafting thoughtful designs that work for your business...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Branding
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- Location
- Naperville, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Top-rated Lawyer Marketing Agency. Get more business and leads. Web design, SEO, Video marketing, graphic design, and more...
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- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Video Marketing
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Synergy Marketing Solutions excels in custom website design and front-end user experience. We love taking on challenging projects that require full-on content strategy, thoughtful design, specialty development, and provide ongoing marketing services...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- eCommerce
- SEO
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Greenmouse is a trusted web designer and professional web design company in Lagos with proven expertise in website design, web app development, e-commerce website design, mobile app development, search engine optimization, and affordable digital marketing services that are tailored to solve digital business...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Software Development
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- Location
- Lagos, Nigeria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Hypnotic is a digital agency that designs and develops web and mobile apps, e-commerce platforms, and digital products. We combine UX/UI, strategy, and technology to deliver scalable, high-performance solutions for startups and enterprises...
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- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Lisbon, Portugal
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
At Vcana Global, were here to help your business shine online. As a top SEO Company in Delaware, we offer smart digital marketing solutions to boost your online presence...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Middletown, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
M5 Design Studio is an Orlando web design company & digital creative agency specializing in WordPress development, SEO, graphic design, digital marketing, & branding...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- WordPress Website Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Orlando, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
SkyeLine Studio is a full-service digital marketing firm specializing in website design, writing, local SEO, social media, email marketing, food photography, branding, graphic design & logos...
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- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
- Digital Services
- Email Marketing
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- Location
- Wolcott, Connecticut
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $129/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
In a digital world, you need a digital partner. At ProSites, we tailor comprehensive digital marketing strategies targeted to your practice goals to help you find patients and build long-lasting relationships. Trusted by over 7,500 doctors and endorsed by 15 state dental associations...
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- Web Design
- Digital Strategy
- Reputation Management
- Web Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Murrieta, California
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
IT consulting and software development company. We deliver awesome products and support to our clients...
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- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Belgrade, Serbia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
An award-winning agency across Singapore, Australia, Indonesia, and Thailand. We help brands grow through strategy-led branding and conversion-driven websites trusted by global companies and recognized by The Webby Awards, Awwwards, and CSS Design Awards...
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- Web Design
- Branding
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Singapore, Singapore
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
Power Marketing is a website design & development and digital marketing firm that was founded in 1992. Although we have experience in a variety of industries, our primary clientele is homebuilders, contractors, real estate, and home services...
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- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Branding
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- Location
- Nashville, Tennessee
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Griffon Webstudios has years of experience in providing the best digital marketing, website development, mobile app, ai and blockchain development services in New York. We understand the dynamic world of search marketing and our team of experienced engineers and marketing consultants will work dedicatedly to...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Blockchain
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Simpatico Design Studio is a branding, graphic design, website development, and marketing studio in Fredericksburg, VA, where big ideas spring to life within a small family-like environment. Our clients think of us as an extension of their team. We establish trust from day one by building a deep understanding...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Spotsylvania Courthouse, Virginia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Meet Kettle Fire Creative, a branding firm featuring logo design, graphic design, web design and WordPress web development...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Abilene, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
StandOut Design, LLC. can help you "be remembered" by your future client, customer, or end-user. How? By converting our many years of experience and energetic personalities into fresh marketing ideas, unique graphic design, and high-quality full-color printing, you will StandOut from your competition. Whether...
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- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Product Design
- Reputation Management
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- Location
- Canton, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Digital Engage offers businesses of all sizes the marketing help they need. We offer very competitive rates, provide great results, and communicate with our clients. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation on what we can do to help you reach your goal...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Johnson City, Tennessee
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Metapixel is a boutique web design, app development and digital marketing agency located in Boise, Idaho. Metapixel specializes in Wordpress web design, hybrid app design, and white-hat digital marketing...
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- Web Design
- Advertising
- SEO
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Boise, Idaho
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
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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:Â
- Custom website design tailored to your brand and goalsÂ
- Responsive web design to ensure the site works on desktop, tablet, and mobileÂ
- UI/UX design to make the site easy to useÂ
- Website development to turn designs into functional websitesÂ
- Landing page design for campaigns and conversionsÂ
- Website redesign to improve outdated or underperforming sitesÂ
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. Â
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.Â
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.Â
- Simple brochure website (1 to 5 pages): 1 to 2 weeks Â
- Small business website (5 to 15 pages, blog, forms): 4 to 8 weeks Â
- eCommerce website (standard features, 10 to 100 products): 8 to 16 weeks Â
- Large-scale custom website (bespoke features, integrations): 4 to 6+ monthsÂ
- Custom web application: 6 to 12+ months Â
Most delays come from two things: missing content (copy, images, product data) and an unclear scope that expands during the web design project. Â
If content is ready and approvals are fast, timelines compress. If content is late and feedback is slow, timelines stretch.Â
What are the hidden costs of web design?
Hidden web design costs usually show up in two phases: before launch and after launch.Â
Pre-launch hidden costsÂ
- Stock photos, fonts, and premium plugins (one-time fees plus renewals)Â
- Scope creep and extra revisions beyond what the contract includesÂ
- Content creation (copywriting, product descriptions, graphics)Â
- Content migration from an old site (formatting, redirects, image cleanup)Â
- Integrations (CRM, booking, payments, analytics) that require extra setup and testingÂ
Post-launch hidden costsÂ
- Web hosting and domain renewal (often increases as traffic grows)Â
- SSL certificate upgrades for ecommerce or higher trust requirementsÂ
- Website maintenance and security (updates, backups, monitoring, fixes)Â
- Email hosting (Google Workspace or Microsoft 365 per user)Â
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.Â
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.Â
| 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:Â
- Structure and site designÂ
- Visual hierarchy and interface clarityÂ
- User experience and UX designÂ
- Mobile and responsive designÂ
- Conversion-focused landing page designÂ
Web development's main focus:Â
- Coding and website developmentÂ
- Front-end implementation (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)Â
- Back-end systems and databasesÂ
- Integrations, security, and performanceÂ
- CMS setup and custom functionalityÂ
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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