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SEO7 is a Valencia-based web studio with an engineer's approach: we build websites, custom platforms, AI agents and automation and we make sure they're found not only on Google, but inside ChatGPT, Perplexity, Gemini and Claude. Most studios optimize for search engines. We optimize for how AI reads...
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- AEO
- AI Development
- SEO
- Web Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Torrent, Spain
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Creative thinking and a trendsetter approach to development make us separate from the crowd. Keeping an eye on client requirements and delivering exactly what they are in search, is what we have been working for in this industry since 2007...
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- Mobile App Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Software Development
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- Location
- Jaipur, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Bangluxor is recognized as Colombias leading web design company and one of the most distinguished agencies in Latin America. We specialize in high-end UX/UI design, branding, and digital strategy for ambitious, high-impact projects...
Top Services:
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Bogota, Colombia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $26/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
We provide Web Design Canberra solutions that are designed to make your business succeed, bring in local customers, and do it all looking great...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Jerrabomberra, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
Forward Push works exclusively with law firms generating $500k or more annually. Every engagement is built around Case Gravity four AI components and twelve full-service disciplines running from one strategy, one team, one result...
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- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- Web Design
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Atlanta, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
WDB is an integrated digital marketing agency that delivers beautifully useful marketing experiences and digital products through strategy, design and development. We craft modern design experiences for tomorrow’s brands...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- Location
- Cambridge, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Loclweb specializes in creating custom and affordable WordPress websites for local small businesses. It offers comprehensive small business website design, hosting, and management services, ensuring that your website is fast and mobile-friendly...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Logo Design
- SEO
- Location
- Lincoln, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
American Web Coders, a US-based dental website design and development company, specializes in creating SEO-friendly websites with captivating UI/UX. As a full-service agency, we offer digital strategy, web design, development, and content creation, ensuring an impactful and engaging online presence...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Logo Design
- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $99/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We focus on results. SEO, Social Media, Google Ads, Photo, Video, Web Design, Graphic Design, Brand Strategy, and more! Our clients love working with us because we partner for growth. Through creative innovation, we bring new ideas to every project, transforming it into a successful strategy to help our...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Location
- Clovis, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Founded in 2011, Benova is a Malaysia web design and ecommerce development company. Our goal is to provide a user-friendly website builder application that allows individuals to create their dream websites...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- Location
- George Town, Malaysia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We employ data-driven creative design, strategy, and problem solving to help clients hone their online presence. Using the same data-driven approach, we integrate innovative tech solutions to help improve clients' infrastructure and processes. We use data to drive our creative process. There is always a...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Graphic Design
- Digital Marketing
- Location
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Many business owners dont have the time or expertise to do marketing well. We are your reliable, expert marketing team that will give you more time and grow your business faster.Paddle Creative work with businesses like yours to scale them by providing a remote marketing team. We are your reliable and...
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- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- Location
- Newquay, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Effortless Presence provides 100% USA based web development services. Our talented team of Web Designers, User Experience Designers, Graphic Artists and Software Engineers provide 100% custom website and web application development, with an eye for design. Effortless Presence provides custom website...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Location
- Orlando, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $89/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Our goal is the creation of attractive, professional and user-friendly websites. We provide a comprehensive service, including writing, image sourcing, graphics, SEO, and social media consulting. Also, we provide content development services that include text, video, and graphics...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Location
- Bondi, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We tell compelling stories for our clients through a creative, insights-driven approach to all things digitalfrom web design and development to content strategy and production to social media marketing, hospitality marketing, and community management...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Branding
- Digital Marketing
- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We are a digital marketing group specializing in growing small businesses. We use the art of storytelling to produce professional and high-performing website designs and graphic designs. Our process is centered on understanding our client in order to create the best outward-facing representation of their...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- SEO
- Branding
- Location
- Nashville, Tennessee
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Real estate agents, realtors, and brokers deserve the best, and we are committed to delivering just that. Our feature-rich real estate website builder produces clean and effective websites as part of a comprehensive and cost-effective service. Our strategy is simple yet effective. We offer attractive website...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- SEO
- Location
- Mahwah, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
At 1The Creative Coast Studio, we specialize in enhancing the online presence of wellness and lifestyle brands through holistic strategies encompassing web design, content creation, and social media management. Our tailored approach ensures that each brand receives comprehensive solutions that align with its...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Digital Strategy
- Creative Services
- Location
- Perth, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
A partner that delivers fast, professional results, without the complexity, contracts or headaches that come with traditional web development...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
- Location
- Jefferson, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Aurora Tech is a New Hampshire-based web design and development agency specializing in custom websites, hosting, maintenance, SEO, and digital marketing solutions that help businesses strengthen their online presence and drive long-term growth...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Location
- Derry, New Hampshire
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We cultivate brands to grow and prosper! Creating new or evolving older brands, our process evaluates strategies and supports a strong on-shelf presence to compete in ever-changing marketplace. We work together seamlessly to grow brands and drive consumer preference...
Top Services:
- Package Design
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Design Services
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Mount Kisco, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $180/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Revo - Revolution Advertising Agency is a Full Service, Marketing Communication &Creative Agency.We are Accredited & Registered Advertising Agency from Colombo, Sri Lanka.(HQ) Professional Full Services Advertising Agency (ATL) International Standards Thinking & Ideaswith Expert for Marketing...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Package Design
- Print Design
- Product Design
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- Location
- Battaramulla, Sri Lanka
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
At Fusion92, we live for the stuff that nobody else can solve. With an eye toward true innovation, we give answers to the unanswerable. That means first of its kind media, creative, data and technology. Ideas that are data fueled and insight driven...
Top Services:
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Advertising
- Video Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $160/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $50,000 & Up
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
Top-talents | Fully-managed creative team | Plug and Play ready | Unlimited Videos and Graphics | Flat Pricing...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Design Services
- Web Design
- Video Production
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Lahore, Pakistan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $35/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 24 Projects Listed
Challenging the norm, Chris Noon Creative Inc. delivers exceptional creative solutions. Our senior-level experts excel in graphic design, digital development, and Microsoft Office design, build, and template creation, empowering your business vision...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Web Development
- Branding
- Mobile App Development
- Creative Services
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- Location
- Oakville, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Jacknife is an independently owned, proudly Canadian company with both boutique appeal and global reach...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We are a boutique IT company dedicated to helping companies go digital by using engineering and development expertise. We would be happy to share our passion along with years of experience to bring your business to digital life...
Top Services:
- Mobile App Development
- Software Testing
- Software Development
- Staff Augmentation
- IT Services
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- Location
- Tallinn, Estonia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We have worked on several successful projects that have made a real impact on people’s lives and businesses. An ambition of StarTele Logic is to focus on internationalization and continue on our path to a promising, global future. Every day we come to work to push boundaries and to change how the world uses...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Software Development
- Digital Services
- Product Design
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- Location
- Noida, India
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $18/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
XO Agency is a next generation design firm offering full-service brand, digital and marketing strategy solutions. We combine the best of agile development, design innovation, and client collaboration. Hugs and Kisses...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Beaverton, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $140/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Roboto Studio is a Next.js and Sanity agency in San Francisco. We build headless content platforms for companies that have outgrown their CMS, so marketing teams can publish without waiting on a developer. Recent work includes Tray.ai, Topaz Labs and Slingshot Bio...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
- AI Development
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- Location
- San Francisco, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 8 Projects Listed
We are Edward Robertson, a web design firm founded in 1996. We keep the balance of creativity, technology, and common sense. Divided into two offices Darlington and Newcastle...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Newcastle, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $70/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Blue Light Labs is a communication-focused development, web design and internet marketing think tank. Our LAB-RATS Enjoy working smart with our clients helping them to achieve internet greatness. Professional’s at Blue Light design, market, host and support simple to complex websites and...
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- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Flowery Branch, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $75/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
We’re a creative collective with deep roots in digital branding and inbound marketing. We’re here to help your business find a fresh way forward with a strategic, results-driven approach that will make you — and your customers — true believers...
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- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- Rochester, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Your Scalable Business Growth Team...
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- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Web Development
- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- Lancaster, Pennsylvania
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $200/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Custom software development services for both established businesses and startups...
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- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- Software Development
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- Location
- Ivano-Frankivsk, Ukraine
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Onoff is a marketing agency for digital marketing that offers comprehensive solutions in the field of digital marketing. We are a strategic partner to small and medium-sized companies. We recognize the needs of our customers and guide them to the set goal - to be ahead of the competition. Creation of websites...
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- Web Design
- PPC
- Mobile App Development
- UI/UX Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Maribor, Slovenia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $30/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We are a digital agency based in Brighton, Michigan. We specialize in delivering exceptional custom business solutions, website design and development (custom and CMS-based), and graphic design services. Our core services involve building custom business solutions for companies that can't find exactly...
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- Web Design
- Creative Services
- Software Development
- Web Development
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Brighton, Michigan
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We are a digital agency based in Brisbane, Australia, recently established but formed by professionals with more than 10 years of experience in the sector. We specialize in web services, e-commerce platforms, SEO optimization, strategic ad campaigns, professional graphic design, and custom integrations and...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Corinda, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Salt River Technologies LLC specializes in development, maintenance, and website security for WordPress. We empower businesses, bloggers, and e-commerce platforms with fast, secure, and customized WordPress solutions. Our offerings ensure your site stands out, stays secure, and runs smoothly...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Cybersecurity
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- Location
- Gilbert, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
WebPro MK is a full-service digital agency that builds high-performing websites and mobile apps tailored to your business goals. We combine design thinking with technical excellence to create impactful digital experiences...
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- Web Design
- Mobile App Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Skopje, Macedonia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
We design websites and brand identities for companies that wont settle for off-the-shelf solutions.For brands that understand: good design isn't an end in itself its a tool for visibility, trust, and impact.Websites that reflect your values. That tell people who you are before they even start...
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- Web Design
- Design Services
- SEO
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Greifenburg, Austria
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
Hungry Bull is a results-driven web design and digital marketing agency helping ambitious brands grow through strategy, creativity, and data. We craft high-performing websites and campaigns that rank, convert, and scale specializing in web design, Google Ads, social media, automation, lead generation, and...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Canberra, Australia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
blackDot.ca is a Web Development Company in Toronto. We do web design, UI/UX design, API integration, database development, WordPress development and much more...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- CRO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
Marketing Stable, LLC houses skilled professionals that are here to help you!...
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- Logo Design
- Social Media Marketing
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Reno, Nevada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 9 Projects Listed
Digital Experience Agency that works alongside bold brands to design and build digital experiences that look spectacular, launch fast and work flawlessly...
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- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Event Marketing
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $55/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
StackNova builds web, mobile, and SaaS products for founders and teams who are tired of agency handoffs. One senior team takes you from discovery through design, development, and launch, so nothing gets lost between strategy and code. We work with startups and growing companies across the US, UK, and MENA...
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- Digital Services
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Dover, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Kodcraft AI helps founders, startups, small teams, and growing businesses transform ideas, workflows, and digital goals into custom applications, workflow automations, internal tools, landing pages, and high-performance websites...
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- Branding
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
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- Location
- Davao City, Philippines
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
Brand and Go-to-Market Consultancy for MedTech, Startups, and Entrepreneurs...
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- Branding
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Newport Beach, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $300/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
We are a graphic design company specializing in custom logo design and business branding. Our services include logo design, web design and print design...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Logo Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Calgary, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
ImpexSoft IT Company is a premier provider of comprehensive digital solutions, dedicated to delivering exceptional service and innovative solution...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- eCommerce Development
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Tashkent, Uzbekistan
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 4 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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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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