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Dezign is a web and app design agency that transforms bold ideas into elegant digital experiences. With over 10 years of experience, we blend creativity with functionality to deliver web and UI/UX solutions that drive real results...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Design Services
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
At The Muses Funhouse, we transform your creative ideas into reality with expert website design and editorial services tailored to your unique vision. With 18 years of experience, Beth leads our team in crafting stunning online spaces and providing supportive, criticism-free editing to elevate your work...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Creative Services
- Branding
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- Location
- Hope, New Mexico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
502VILLE is a creative web and graphic design agency specializing in high-quality, fast-turnaround solutions for small to mid-sized businesses. Whether you need a website, branding, or marketing materials, we help entrepreneurs bring their vision to life with seamless, custom designs...
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- Web Design
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Louisville, Kentucky
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
ALF Design Group is a Design Agency specialising in UX and Webflow...
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- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Design Services
- Web Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Singapore, Singapore
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are more than a web development agency, We are creating unique websites for our allies to make them highlight over the big Internet ocean. Become the future with Us...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Bogota, Colombia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We specialize in affordable custom websites for small businesses. With websites starting at $0 upfront and just $150/month, we are the perfect option for small businesses looking to grow...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- PPC
- Web Development
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- Location
- Delray Beach, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $149/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Goons Design delivers end-to-end digital solutionsfrom UX strategy to full-stack development built to drive business growth and create measurable impact...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Taipei, Taiwan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Our responsive web design agency creates custom websites for small businesses, startups, and growing companies. Based in Lisbon, we serve clients worldwide with professional web design services that deliver real results...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Lisbon, Portugal
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Golden Launch Creative is an Atlanta-based brand and web design studio specializing in custom Squarespace and Shopify eCommerce websites for creative businesses, mission-driven entrepreneurs, and cultural organizations. We combine brand strategy, user-centered design, and technical excellence to create...
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- Web Design
- Branding
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Melbourne web designer building fast WordPress websites and local SEO for tradies and service businesses. Based in Maribyrnong, meeting clients Melbourne-wide...
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- Web Design
- SEO
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Maribyrnong, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
At LemonApp, we make custom apps and high-performance websites affordable and accessible for SMB and NFP organisations without compromising on quality, user experience or ongoing support...
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- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Mobile App Development
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- Location
- Canning Vale, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Let us know your design and marketing goals and we will take care of the rest. With over 20 years in the industry we specialize in all areas of website design, development and digital marketing. We create all of our custom websites to work exactly the way you need them to...
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- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Naperville, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $140/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
With a passion for both strategy and design, Visualwebsite.com has provided web design and web development work for clients around the globe. Based in Illinois, Visualwebsite.com brings a long history of success to each project they complete...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Marcy Design is an experienced team of creative professionals. We are experts in web, marketing and advertising campaign development. Marcy Design can provide your organization with a creative and cost effective website...
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- Web Design
- Content Marketing
- Branding
- Creative Services
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Columbus, Ohio
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
DOOD specializes in elevating your online presence, offering more than just web development we are digital architects committed to crafting bespoke websites tailored to drive your success. With a focus on captivating design and personalized solutions, we empower businesses to thrive in the digital landscape...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Hong Kong, Hong Kong
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
SoluteLabs is an AI-powered Product Engineering firm focused on crafting digital experiences for startups, mid-market companies, and enterprises...
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- Software Development
- Mobile App Development
- Product Design
- DevOps Consulting
- Web Design
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- Location
- Delaware City, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 10 Projects Listed
We specialize in website development and online marketing with a specific specialization on HubSpot and Magento...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Location
- Kelowna, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We’re equal parts brand consultancy, digital agency and communications firm. That means we blend research, technology, design and messaging into comprehensive human-centered communications strategies and infrastructure.We were founded in 2011 as a web design studio, and quickly realized that instead of...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Creative Services
- Location
- Brooklyn, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
UX24/7 is a global UX agency, headquartered in London and delivering services in nearly 30 countries. Our global team of more than 150 senior UX consultants support our clients with design & research at every stage of the product and service development cycle...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Market Research
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $170/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We provide truly prominent IT solutions for your success.Highly skilled and cooperative remote team ready to deliver for your needs. Your Idea - our Mission...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Digital Services
- Digital Strategy
- Location
- Budva, Montenegro
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Enovate LLC dba Enovate Solutions is a firm that specializes in the production of both software and media. offering comprehensive solutions for mobile, online, software, 3D, and Internet of Things technologies. We place a high priority on open and honest communication with our customers to ensure that we are...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- Location
- Lewes, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
SeaFlow Studio is a direct-to-client Social Media agency. We help small businesses to find their voice and define their identity, increasing brand awareness and connect with their audience...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Digital Marketing
- Location
- Basingstoke, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Stonehawk Digital is a London-based freelance digital agency specializing in WordPress and Elementor Pro development. Founded and operated by a husband-and-wife team, they offer white-label services to digital marketing agencies, corporate clients, and small businesses across the UK...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- SEO
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Italian AI Marketing agency specializing in building custom websites, e-commerce, brand identity, B2B lead generation, Mail Marketing and AI Agents...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Location
- Bergamo, Italy
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
The founders of Bright Automations (Andrew Tesauro and Jared Kolsun) built everything they use by hand, not out of the box systems, just hand-coded platforms used to find companies, manage leads, manage clients, ML capabilities, and create/mass push our products...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- AI Development
- Location
- State College, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
It's Just eCommerce is more than an agency: we are sales conversion experts, Google masterminds, automation wizards, and web developers who collectively believe that the best approach to eCommerce marketing is not only through branding, but through constant testing, optimization, and crafting systems that...
Top Services:
- eCommerce
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
DBMANAGERS is a professional eCommerce web design and development company based in the U.S. Services for Magento & WooCommerce - 24/7 Support...
Top Services:
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- Location
- Orlando, Florida
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $65/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
We are a strategic branding & creative agency that transforms businesses, properties, & individuals into impactful, emotive Brands that drive profit & influence...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Web Design
- Location
- Brisbane, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $195/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Comprised of experienced brand thinkers, digital strategists, and designers, Straydog is passionate about delivering top-notch solutions for all things brand and website related...
Top Services:
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
- Digital Services
- Branding
- Design Services
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- Location
- Vancouver, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $165/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
We are a globally recognized award-winning branding agency, specializing in strategy and design to meticulously craft iconic brands firmly rooted in growth-driving strategies. Our expertise lies in developing brands that not only elevate businesses but also forge meaningful connections with diverse audiences...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Product Design
- Package Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Studio LDN is a Sydney experience design agency: research, UX, brand, digital product and AI-driven CRO. Making the complex simple since 2018...
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- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Branding
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Sydney, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $235/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
Media Shop Collective is a strategy-first marketing agency offering full-service support, including marketing strategy, content, digital ads, social media, and expert web design. Our web design services create visually stunning, user-friendly, and responsive websites tailored to your brand's unique needs. We...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Email Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- St. Albert, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We're a friendly & reliable Laravel Web Development Company with a proven track record that gets the job done, on time and on budget...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- SEO
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
The Scale Agency, located in Atlanta, GA, is your top digital marketing partner. We're a dynamic team dedicated to boosting businesses online through innovative strategies that drive growth and deliver measurable results. Partner with us for success at The Scale Agency...
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- SEO
- CRO
- Content Marketing
- Web Design
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- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
A nossa missãoDar a conhecer a sua marca ao seu público-alvo e catapultá-la no mercado digitalBrandingDesign gráficoDesenvolvimento WebWeb MarketingLi-Nó Design | Web & Graphic Studio, Lisboa...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Video Production
- Graphic Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Lisbon, Portugal
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Basmat Alidrak helps UAE businesses turn their ideas into websites, online stores and custom business systems. Based in Dubai, our team creates Arabic and English digital experiences, mobile apps and restaurant ordering solutions, and provides technical support after launch. Explore our work at basmt.ae or...
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- Web Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
Helping women-led brands who are ready to flourish fall in love with their business + book dream clients with elegant design...
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- Branding
- Web Design
- Logo Design
- Print Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- Madison, Wisconsin
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
AI-First partner helping SaaS leaders ship 40% faster, cut support tickets 35%, and boost user adoption with React, Next.js & Vue-powered UI/UX. We turn your interface into a growth engine for AITech, HealthTech & FinTech productslowering costs, raising investor confidence...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
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- Location
- Manchester, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Peppered Pixels Design Studio builds SEO-driven Wix websites with all content written for the client research, copy, design, and SEO by one certified expert. Based in Edmonton, Canada, serving small businesses, medical practices, non-profits, and non-fiction authors worldwide...
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- Print Design
- Web Design
- Advertising
- Branding
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Edmonton, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
That Certain Something You Cant Quite Name? We Can. You know your brand has potential, but it's missing something. That elusive connection, the missing message. Our Branding Agency specializes in identifying and articulating your brands core, turning that something into clear, impactful marketing...
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- Advertising
- Digital Services
- Branding
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Louisville, Kentucky
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
LawRank specializes in SEO, PPC, and web design for lawyers...
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- SEO
- PPC
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- San Diego, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Jaymehta.co, a cutting-edge digital solutions provider, is excited to announce the launch of its new business...
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- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Web Design
- Content Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Austin, Texas
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $250/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
NOW media is a branding and design solutions company creating unique brand identities and providing design services for clients across the globe. NOW specialises in name, logo and brand identity, packaging, sales collaterals and social media content...
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- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Digital Strategy
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Bengaluru, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 30 Projects Listed
247 Labs is one of the Top Software Development Companies in Canada, serving industries in Healthcare, Insurance, Finance, Retail and more. Our services include full custom software end to end development and AI...
Top Services:
- AI Development
- Mobile App Development
- Software Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Noventum offers an all-in-one service, from building and maintaining software and website, to branding and marketing support to improve your online presence...
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- Web Development
- Mobile App Development
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- Software Development
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- Location
- Albuquerque, New Mexico
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
We are passionate about making a change and creating a better future for us all. Being inspired by the world we want to share our expertise with businesses that strive to create a multi-channel experience that makes a difference...
Top Services:
- Social Media Marketing
- Branding
- Video Production
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Boca Raton, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
We deliver innovative software solutions that bring your passion projects to life, enabling them to ignite, grow, and thrive. Whether you need stunning web design or a sophisticated custom software system for your institution, we've got you covered...
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- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Software Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Jerusalem, Israel
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $45/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Enhance your online footprint through VMAQ Web Design. Our comprehensive digital solutions encompass everything from engaging web designs and impactful logo crafting to strategic Google SEO and compelling brand identity development. Our proficiency also lies in optimizing Google and Facebook Ads to achieve...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- Location
- Randburg, South Africa
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
We pride ourselves on providing well-considered and well-executed business solutions for organizations of all sizes and because we're passionate about our clients' success, we go the extra mile to ensure their satisfaction. We offer a broad range of creative services, including website design, graphic design...
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- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Randolph, Vermont
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
MagnaSites is a full-service digital marketing agency...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Bradenton, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 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
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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