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- Web Design
- Creative Services
- Branding
- Location
- Glasgow, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Devmiweb is a web agency in Nice, founded in 2024, that does three things and does them properly: websites, SEO and online advertising. Published prices, a quote you can actually read, and one person who picks up the phone. Activateur France Num...
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- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
- Web Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Nice, France
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
We influence business growth and connections. We're creative problem solvers. We help brands communicate their stories, craft authentic experiences, and curate unique ways of doing business that inspire movement...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Creative Services
- SEO
- Print Design
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- Location
- Columbia, Maryland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
A premiere web design, development and marketing agency based in Austin, Texas focusing on building business life cycles...
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- Digital Marketing
- WordPress Website Design
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Yellow Moose are a web design and digital marketing agency that specialise in creating beautifully designed and highly functional websites for clients across the UK...
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- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Location
- Buckingham, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
RojaTech, LLC is a digital media & marketing agency focused on building beautiful, user-friendly websites, as well as providing other top-notch IT and marketing services, like copywriting, social media, consulting, and more. We can help grow your business, non-profit, club or church today!...
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- Web Design
- IT Services
- Location
- Gastonia, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Lightray Solutions is a Digital Marketing Agency Orange County and premier web design agency that helps other businesses grow by creating effective marketing campaigns and designing professional websites. We are a digital marketing agency Orange County here to take your business to the next level...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- Location
- Fullerton, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Just Web Support, LLC is a web design and development firm that offers a complete range of services and can assist your company in expanding its presence and achieving success online. We are dedicated to delivering outstanding service to our customers and provide a comprehensive selection of services. Get in...
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- Web Design
- Digital Services
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Full service web design agency for musicians and creative industry professionals...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Location
- Saulkrasti, Latvia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
We are a digital growth agency based in the UK serving clients globally. Our aim is to empower clients with innovative digital solutions for growth and impact...
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- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Location
- Leeds, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Sauce Studios is a full service design and marketing company in Orange County, California. We help businesses create seamless customer experiences online. Whether you are just getting started or have been in business for years, we will help you grow and exceed your business goals...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Location
- La Habra, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
We ensure your website and brand aren't just visually stunning but strategically designed to attract, engage, and convert your ideal audience. We priorities trust with clear communication, reliable timelines, and honest i...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Location
- Leicester, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Innovate like as a Startup. Deliver like an Enterprise...
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- Web Design
- Product Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Da Nang, Vietnam
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
We create a website for you that will attract your dream clients and motivate them to get in touch with you!We use our own techniques and know-hows gained from years of experience in web development and digital marketing to make the websites not just pretty, but also effective...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Dnipro, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Creoideas Web Design is an Extremadura-based agency specializing in web design, online stores, SEO and SEM positioning, social media, and online marketing. Based in Extremadura, we work throughout the country. We design websites that adapt to any device, offering visitors a unique experience...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Graphic Design
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Mérida, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Windy City Web Solutions is a premier web design and development agency based in Chicago. We craft custom, high-performing websites engineered to convert visitors into loyal clients. From custom web application development to search engine optimization (SEO), we deliver clean, scalable digital experiences...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Rod Fernandez Design is a Lake Macquarie studio building fast, custom-coded websites for service businesses across Newcastle and the Central Coast. We start with your business, not a template - clear messaging, conversion-focused design and modern Astro/Next.js builds, structured so you're found in both...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
- AEO
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- Location
- Gwandalan, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $130/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
FrandoWeb is an independent web design and development studio based in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Since 2012 we build custom, responsive websites, e-commerce stores and SEO-ready sites for small businesses, professionals and entrepreneurs, with direct, personal service from start to finish...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Villa Ballester, Argentina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Giraffe Studio Apps
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.Giraffe Studio is a software house that creates mobile applications and web solutions based on proven technologies available on the market: Flutter | Android (Kotlin) | iOS (Swift) | NodeJS | PHP | Wordpress | Angularjs | React...
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- Software Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Krakow, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Dedicated team to turning your vision into an engaging, impactful digital product. We partner with forward-thinking businesses to design & develop the digital products that define their future. Our story begins with a single focus: delivering exceptional results, one project at a time...
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- AI Development
- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- South Jakarta, Indonesia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
We are a branding and web design agency in Brighton...
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- Graphic Design
- Design Services
- Branding
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- Location
- Brighton, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
We combine frictionless UX and precision digital engineering to architect and deliver projects for clients with big ambitions...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Manchester, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Get Found By the Right Clients at the Right Time...
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- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Tampa, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Sydney web design studio creating custom websites for small businesses. Designer-led, AI-assisted builds with a faster launch...
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- Web Design
- Branding
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Sydney, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Ozrit is a leading full-stack web development company specializing in web programming, custom website development, and web application solutions. Renowned for its client-centric approach, the company has earned consistent praise for its responsiveness, professional project management...
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- Web Design
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- Location
- Hyderabad, India
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Cybergarden is a digital innovation studio creating custom web applications, native mobile apps, and AI automation solutions. We turn business challenges into technical wins...
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- Web Design
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Melbourne, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Klimt & Design is a digital design agency specializing in brand and product design. Our services include UX/UI design, branding and landing pages, deck design, and SEO. Recent clients have spanned industries such as enterprise SaaS, financial services, AI, fintech, healthcare, and more...
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- Web Design
- Branding
- UI/UX Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
We channel our passion into our work and strive to do our best. Got a fresh business idea? We're all ears and ready to roll! Our team loves a good brainstorm and we're here to help make your idea shine. We're not just about talk; we get things done...
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- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Cluj-Napoca, Romania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
57 Clicks is a family-owned Orlando Florida Full-Service Digital Marketing agency. Our team helps local and national brands grow by turning clicks into customers. Our digital marketing agency offers a wide variety of services including website design, SEO, video production, PPC and social media...
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- SEO
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Orlando, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
The Suitch is a leading digital transformation agency servicing a range of unicorn startups and global brands. We strategize, design, and develop user-facing technology that wins in the marketplace...
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- Public Relations
- Design Services
- Digital Strategy
- Web Development
- Web Design
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- Location
- Jersey City, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Galaxy UX Studio is a global UI/UX design firm that was established in 2019. It operates as the creative division of Galaxy Weblinks Inc., a reputable technology consulting firm in Boston, with an impressive 21-year track record in the software industry...
Top Services:
- UI/UX Design
- Location
- Reading, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
'Terabyte' is a Dubai-based digital marketing agency in UAE. The company has a team of expert web designers, website developers, and PPC experts dedicated to understanding your exact business need and delivering the project on time. We serve the entire emirates, including major cities of UAE...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Mobile App Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Catchy Creations LLC is a locally owned and operated website and marketing design and services firm focused on helping other locally owned small businesses and non-profits expand their digital footprint to succeed...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- Print Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Albion, Indiana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Custom web design agency with core staff, young and dynamic developers. Creative works awarded...
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- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
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- Location
- Kayseri, Turkey
- Number of Employees
- 1000 & Up
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Hunter Creative Media & Design builds custom, hand-coded websites for small businesses in Aurora, Illinois and Chicago's western suburbs. No page builders, no templates: every site is designed from scratch, loads fast, and is structured to rank in local search. The studio pairs design with practical SEO...
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- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- Software Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Aurora, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
We build, improve, support, and co-develop your software. From ecommerce on Magento, Shopify, and WooCommerce to WordPress, Umbraco, .NET, mobile apps, and AI solutions. Fixed prices, 83% annual client retention, and 28 years of experience...
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- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Muntinlupa, Philippines
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
We are in the know when it comes to website design, search engine optimisation, social media, pay-per-click advertising amongst other digital marketing services. We seek to find the right combination of tactics and the optimal level of service for your budget...
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- Digital Services
- Digital Marketing
- Design Services
- Web Design
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- Location
- Inverness, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
Using a proven process to deliver digital excellence, this Panama-based marketing agency is 100% digitally driven. Despite Tomorrow Digital's focus on tomorrow's technology, they still combine tangible, real-world methods with advanced digital strategies to enhance any brand. At Tomorrow Digital, content is...
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- Digital Marketing
- Digital Services
- PPC
- Logo Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Panama City, Panama
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
A digital studio that thrives on creating impactful online experiences. We are masters of our craft, offering a range of cutting-edge services. Our passion for innovation drives us to deliver exceptional results for our clients...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- UI/UX Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Skopje, Macedonia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Softura is a leading IT Services company with 25+ years of experience in the US and in India, delivering solutions across many industries and verticals. Powered by 300+ professionals we Discover, Define, Develop, and Deliver high-quality custom software solutions both On-Shore and Off-Shore...
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- Software Development
- IoT
- Mobile App Development
- AI Development
- Managed Services
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- Location
- Farmington Hills, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- 500 - 999
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Hi! We’re Fisheye!We’re a design-oriented, strategy-driven, and brand-focused creative agency. What does all that mean? It means that design drives us, strategy defines our work and your brand is our focus. ...
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- Branding
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Video Production
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- Location
- Cairo, Egypt
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Nous sommes une agence web sur la Rive-Sud de Montréal. La mission de notre agence web c'est d'aider les petites et moyennes entreprises à améliorer leur visibilité locale depuis 1992...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
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- Location
- Boucherville, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We are a team of dedicated professionals with a demonstrated track record of creating dynamic websites, content management systems, e-commerce platforms, graphic design solutions, and offering comprehensive SEO services. Our expertise and enthusiasm are consistently reflected in our successful projects and...
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- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Carlsbad, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $53/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We are an agency dedicated to providing creative and effective digital solutions for our clients!We offer solutions for social media, websites, design, and more to help our clients achieve their goals...
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- Web Design
- Digital Services
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Branding
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- Location
- Lisbon, Portugal
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Endevo Digital is a full-stack digital agency crafting powerful websites, custom software, and performance-driven marketing. We turn ideas into scalable solutions that build brands and drive growth...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Colombo, Sri Lanka
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
OverviewEstablished in 1998, we develop robust, scalable, and secure software applications. We design and build websites. We integrate disparate systems. We promote websites.We have worked in sectors, including healthcare, project management tools, mobile apps, education, Saas and more...
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- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- eCommerce Development
- PPC
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- Location
- Stonehouse, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
We focus on creatively and strategically driven innovative digital solutions. Since 2014, we work closely with startups and established brands to develop digital products from scratch...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
We believe genuine personal relationships produce truly impactful work. We relentlessly focus on our culture by embracing a combination of work and life; empathizing and understanding our clients and partners; driving innovation with lean, agile processes; and continually improving so we can be the best at...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $170/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Top Canadian digital marketing firm Mediaforce has been working with companies since 1996. We offer data-driven, strategic marketing solutions, such as managing Google Ads, SEO, and Social Media Marketing, in addition to award-winning website design and securewebsite hosting...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- eCommerce
- Social Media Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $85/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Bullseye Strategy is a boutique digital marketing agency delivering big-agency results. We specialize in SEO, paid media, content, and full-funnel strategies that drive real business growth. With senior-level talent and personalized, data-driven campaigns, we turn traffic into ROI...
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- SEO
- Web Design
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Hollywood, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects 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
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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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