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Digital Silk
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Working with brands such as IBM, Xerox, and Northwestern University, Digital Silk creates custom WordPress websites with WooCommerce, integrations, performance optimization, and content management features designed for complex digital operations...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Sunny Isles Beach, Florida
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 42 Projects Listed
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Digital Silk Reviews & Testimonials

WordPress Website Design Review from Lauren Maffei Johnson
Our company had such a wonderful experience with this team! Their design work is top-notch, and they did a really wonderful job of walking us through the process, but also finding ways to go above and beyond with things we needed additional help with, such as connecting Google Analytics. Highly recommend and would use again.

Web Development Review from Sarah Balducci
The team that I worked with was fantastic and was able to give my company a stunning website, every idea came to life. The team of Emily, Monica and Violet was always available and with a smile on there faces. Great company to work with.

Web Development Review from Elma Madzar
The landing page looks great and got positive feedback. They did a great job taking direction, following my vision, collaborating, and suggesting alternative options. Overall easy, collaborative, and great execution of vision.
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Murmur Creative
Award WinnerRecipient of a Best Design Award for outstanding work.We are a values-based agency specializing in brand strategy, design, and web...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Web Design
- Package Design
- Print Design
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Portland, Oregon
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $25,000 - $50,000
- Portfolios Count
- 20 Projects Listed
Boasting 9,000+ projects delivered, CSSChopper handles WordPress development, CMS integrations, WooCommerce builds, and design-to-code conversions. The company works on custom websites, themes, and maintenance projects for businesses and agencies requiring technical WordPress expertise...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Software Development
- WordPress Website Design
- IT Services
- ERP Consulting
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- Location
- New York City, New York
- Number of Employees
- 100 - 249
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 52 Projects Listed
ECA Tech delivers professional, cost-effective AI application development for agencies across the USA and Canada. We build custom AI software that scales your operations and enhances client value, combining technical excellence with bespoke solutions to drive exceptional results...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
BrandClickX is the independent publication covering business, AI, technology, finance, brands, and the companies shaping tomorrow's economy. From breakthrough startups to billion-dollar enterprises, we deliver trusted reporting, original insights, and expert analysis on the people, ideas...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Content Marketing
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Albany, New York
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Offering high-converting solutions for Shopify and Shopify plus Website Design, Development and Ecommerce Marketing!...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- Huntington Station, New York
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $120/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 5 Projects Listed
Paspartoo is a full-service eCommerce agency. We specialize in digital eCommerce and business solutions. Our goal is to create engaging web experiences, increase lead generation, with best-in-class user interactions...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- UI/UX Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $60/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 17 Projects Listed
We, at CrossGraphic Ideas, are a result-oriented digital marketing & graphic design company serving the USA, the UK, France, Canada, and India...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Los Angeles, California
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 26 Projects Listed
Belov Digital Agency's goal is to enhance online experiences through planned user flows, exceptional designs and user-friendly functionality...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Branding
- Product Design
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- Location
- Middletown, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 50 Projects Listed
Designitic is a leading player in the fields of Facebook marketing, eCommerce SEO, and Amazon SEO. With a strong track record spanning three years, our core passion revolves around enhancing businesses through exceptional web design and development services...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- Web Design
- Logo Design
- PPC
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $2500/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Create the next great interstellar brand with our team of branders, marketers, and designers. We offer all the services you’d need to succeed including creative design, web design, and digital marketing services. We can help you take your business to the stars. We also serve non-cannabis businesses...
Top Services:
- Branding
- Package Design
- Graphic Design
- Web Design
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Opie Productions is a leading web design and development agency based in Denver, Colorado, with over 30 years of industry expertise. We specialize in crafting visually compelling and user-centric websites that reflect your brand's unique identity and drive measurable results...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
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- Location
- Arvada, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 12 Projects Listed
RootSyntax Technologies is a software development company that provides industry-leading eCommerce, Artifical Intelligence & Data Science solutions across the globe. We focus on merchants core needs to achieve high level performance. We have build trust to make sure get it done right way...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- eCommerce
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- SEO
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- Location
- Ocala, Florida
- Number of Employees
- 50 - 99
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
SCD Consulting Services was founded, in Charlotte NC, in 2010 to provide concierge online marketing services, primarily to medical and dental practices We now assist any small to medium sized business...
Top Services:
- Content Marketing
- PPC
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- Web Design
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- Location
- Charlotte, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Phoenix Online Media is a team of enthusiastic marketers driven by purpose and dedicated to the success of our clients...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
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- Location
- Gilbert, Arizona
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Our multitalented team develops web and SEO marketing strategies. We help companies improve their Digital Marketing Services on budget and with the best quality service...
Top Services:
- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- SEO
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
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- Location
- Miami, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Envision Dennis Romano LLC is a full service web agency located in New Jersey USA. We help small businesses grow and expand and compete with enterprises. Our specialty areas include Web Design, SEO Strategies, Graphic Design, Marketing, Advertising and Web Hosting...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
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- Location
- Ocean Township, New Jersey
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $137/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $10,000 - $25,000
With branding and digital working together, TBE optimizes both the communication and technology experience a brand delivers to its audience.We infuse brands with the kind of positive energy needed to be meaningful in today’s market. Sometimes that means a new brand story or more relevant social content...
Top Services:
- PPC
- Content Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
- Email Marketing
- SEO
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- Location
- High Point, North Carolina
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
An Award-Winning, Community Focused Cannabis Marketing Agency...
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- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- Web Development
- Digital Marketing
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 16 Projects Listed
GoGoChimp is a Glasgow-based AI conversion rate optimisation agency founded by Chris McCarron in 2013. We apply OperatorAI, our proprietary operator-led methodology to deliver 283% average conversion lift for e-commerce and SaaS brands...
Top Services:
- CRO
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Digital Services
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- Location
- Glasgow, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
We work closely with dispensaries and cannabis businesses to define and develop their identity, position and presence in the marketplace. We help our clients achieve sustained growth through ideas, strategies and solutions that influence consumer taste and shape culture...
Top Services:
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- Creative Services
- Branding
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
Montana-based digital agency specializing in outdoor recreation & adventure tourism marketing. We build booking-optimized websites, automated processes, and mobile-first experiences for guides, outfitters, museums, & local destinations. Real outdoor pros marketing real outdoor businesses...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Branding
- Print Design
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Terry, Montana
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $49/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
SEOWizard delivers expert Search Engine Optimisation, website design, e-commerce development, and integrated digital marketing services across Ireland, including SEO/SEM, social media management, and PPC advertising...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- PPC
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Dublin, Ireland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 22 Projects Listed
Stratedia is a team of designers, developers, writers, marketers, and problem solvers, who work together to make websites beautiful and successful. We plan websites based on what people are searching for. We design websites that users love and share. We promote websites and get them to the top of search...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Web Design
- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Hartford, Connecticut
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $150/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
RTL Digital Media offers a number of solutions to help you make people adore your brand as much as you do. We understand that excellent branding is a combination of good processes and strong graphic execution. Our designers have designed or reinvented branding packages for both large and small...
Top Services:
- SEO
- Advertising
- Digital Marketing
- PPC
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Kennesaw, Georgia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $175/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We help service-based small business owners quit wasting resources on underperforming digital marketing efforts by filling in the gaps of your online presence with result-driven web design, SEO & advertising so you can get back to running your business!...
Top Services:
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Bedford, Texas
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
I work with early-stage startups to craft their identity, launch their product, and scale with confidence...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Branding
- Logo Design
- Product Design
- Package Design
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- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
We are a company dedicated to producing websites that are both professional and affordable (from 197 ). Our team works closely with clients to create custom websites that meet their needs while ensuring that costs stay within their budget...
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- Graphic Design
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- Digital Services
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Zagreb, Croatia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $20/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 16 Projects Listed
We are in the goal to deliver information to the people of the world with the help of our network of websites based on food, travel, shopping, jobs and many more. We help companies to design and develop their brand with the help of Digital Marking and Brand Designs...
Top Services:
- SEO
- UI/UX Design
- Digital Marketing
- Branding
- Digital Strategy
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- Location
- Bengaluru, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
e-MPS is a team of eCommerce management experts who can help you take your online business to the next level. Whether you are a small, medium, or large business, we can help you seamlessly expand your product exposure in multiple selling channels such as Amazon, eBay, Fruugo, Etsy, Shopify, Magento, and many...
Top Services:
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Wembley, United Kingdom
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
GR Website Creation offers a comprehensive range of services, including SEO optimization, speed enhancements, integrations, automations, and more. With our expertise and attention to detail, we ensure that every aspect of your website is optimized for maximum performance and effectiveness...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
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- Location
- Ptuj, Slovenia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $40/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Our specialization is Web Design & Development of thoughtful and minimalistic websites for Authors, Editors, Illustrators and Professionals of the Publishing World. FREE CONSULTATION. Also Website Maintenance, Technical Support, Website Redesign...
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- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- UI/UX Design
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- Location
- Wroclaw, Poland
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Portfolios Count
- 4 Projects Listed
We are inspired by innovation and creativity, and we go beyond providing services to form partnerships in your digital journey. Your success is our priority, and we are committed to being your trusted partner in achieving your aspirations. Join us as we speed up your digital engine and accelerate towards the...
Top Services:
- Logo Design
- Web Design
- UI/UX Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
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- Location
- Montreal, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
At Adssential, we specialize in helping businesses achieve better results through effective digital marketing strategies. With expertise in Google Ads (PPC), Google Analytics, Social Media Management, and Web Development, we provide comprehensive solutions to enhance our clients' online presence. We are...
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- PPC
- Digital Marketing
- Advertising
- Social Media Marketing
- Graphic Design
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- Location
- Varaždin, Croatia
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $80/hr
Mayday Internet is a Kochi-based eCommerce growth and consulting company founded in 2020, specialising in Shopify eCommerce development, Conversion Rate Optimisation (CRO), and eCommerce strategy to help brands improve online sales, digital presence, and scalability...
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- eCommerce Development
- Web Design
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
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- Location
- Kochi, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $25/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 1 Project Listed
AI-driven performance marketing agency focused on measurable growth. We combine strategy, data, and automation to generate qualified leads, increase conversions, and deliver real ROI for startups and growth-focused brands...
Top Services:
- Digital Services
- WordPress Website Design
- Digital Marketing
- SEO
- PPC
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- Location
- Bengaluru, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 3 Projects Listed
SiteNative offers affordable web design and marketing solutions to help businesses and entrepreneurs to scale up with our expert team...
Top Services:
- Graphic Design
- Video Production
- Logo Design
- Public Relations
- Design Services
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $10/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
5280Devs is a branding and website development agency specializing in supporting small businesses, heath and wellness businesses, non-profits, and entrepreneurs. We're a small family-owned and operated agency based out of Denver, Colorado...
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- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Design
- Branding
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- Location
- Denver, Colorado
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $100/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
KUBRA Media Solutions creates modern, professional websites and delivers SEO strategies that help your business stand out. From simple brochure sites to large e-commerce platforms, we build tailored web designs using WordPress, Webflow, Wix, and more. Our websites are mobile-friendly, fast, and designed to...
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- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
- Logo Design
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- Location
- Ottawa, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $90/hr
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
We provide comprehensive advisory and support in the development of Software, Web based Applications and Mobile Applications specifically according to the customized requirements of clients...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- Web Development
- WordPress Website Design
- SEO
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- Location
- Toronto, Canada
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
- Portfolios Count
- 2 Projects Listed
At Pinnacle Icons, were all about crafting standout design solutions led by a team of experienced professionals. We believe in professionalism, trust, and building strong connections with every client. Your success is our mission...
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- Logo Design
- Branding
- Web Design
- SEO
- Social Media Marketing
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- Location
- Chicago, Illinois
- Number of Employees
- 250 - 499
- Average Hourly Rate
- $50/hr
- Minimal Budget
- Under $1,000
Our growth-oriented, multi-disciplinary approach to design has driven $millions of revenue dollars for industry giants like Lowes Home Improvement, Walmart, Google, & Universal Studios Parks. (UDX). Equally, we've helped entrepreneurs take their idea from paper and whiteboard to wireframes, fully-functional...
Top Services:
- UI/UX Design
- Web Design
- Product Design
- Design Services
- CRO
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- Location
- Boca Raton, Florida
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $125/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 13 Projects Listed
At WebEaze, we specialize in creating professional, responsive websites for local service businesses, tutoring agencies, and student portfolios. We build websites that elevate your brand and provide exceptional returns through leads and customer retention...
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- Web Design
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- eCommerce Development
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- Location
- Camden, Delaware
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Minimal Budget
- $1,000 - $10,000
- Portfolios Count
- 6 Projects Listed
Valaya Technologies is a results-driven digital marketing and web development company focused on helping businesses thrive through tailored digital solutions and innovative strategies. Their services include creating fast, mobile-responsive, and SEO-optimized websites that reflect your brand and drive...
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- Web Design
- eCommerce Development
- WordPress Website Design
- Web Development
- SEO
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- Location
- Rajkot, India
- Number of Employees
- Under 49
- Average Hourly Rate
- $15/hr
- Portfolios Count
- 7 Projects Listed
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WordPress Web Design Company FAQs
What is a WordPress web design company?
A WordPress web design company specializes in building websites using the WordPress platform. They design, develop, and customize WordPress themes and plugins to create sites that match a client’s brand, goals, and functionality needs.
These companies often handle everything from layout and user experience to mobile responsiveness, SEO setup, and ongoing support or maintenance. And with 43.4% of all websites powered by WordPress, the demand for skilled WordPress web design companies is naturally huge.
What does a WordPress web design company do?
A WordPress web design company creates custom websites using the WordPress platform. They handle site planning, design, theme customization, plugin setup, and content integration.
They may also provide WordPress SEO, performance tuning, mobile responsiveness, security features, and ongoing maintenance or support to keep the site running smoothly.
Who should hire a WordPress web design company?
Small to mid-sized businesses, startups, bloggers, and nonprofits often hire WordPress web design companies to build professional, scalable websites without the cost of custom development.
It’s ideal for anyone who needs a reliable, easy-to-manage site with features like blogs, e-commerce, booking systems, or portfolios, especially if they want room to grow over time.
What are the top-rated WordPress web design companies on DesignRush in 2025?
The top-rated WordPress web design companies on DesignRush in 2025 are:
What services do WordPress web design companies offer?
WordPress web design companies offer services like custom theme design, plugin integration, mobile optimization, and site development tailored to business goals.
WordPress web designers may also provide SEO setup, e-commerce integration (using WooCommerce), speed optimization, security hardening, content migration, and ongoing maintenance or support plans.
How much do WordPress web design services cost in 2025?
WordPress web design costs in 2025 vary based on complexity, provider type, and features. Freelancers typically charge $50 to $100 per hour, while agencies may charge $150 to $300 per hour for design and development. Ongoing maintenance ranges from $30 to $80 per hour for freelancers and $100 to $200 per hour for agencies.
Additional costs include:
- Premium themes: $2 – $200
- Plugins: $5 – $1,000
- SSL certificates: $7 – $1,000/year
- Hosting: $1.99 – $77.99/month
- Domain names: $0.99 – $25/year
How long does it take to design and launch a WordPress website?
A basic, single-page WordPress website can take 2 to 8 days, while a small eCommerce site takes between 5 days and 5 weeks. Enterprise-level sites with custom design and advanced features may take 13 to 22 weeks or more.
The timeline depends on project size, content readiness, feedback speed, and whether you need custom development or third-party integrations.
What qualities should you look for in a WordPress web design company?
Look for a company with a strong WordPress portfolio, proven technical skills, and experience with responsive, SEO-friendly design. They should understand your business goals and be able to recommend the right tools and plugins.
Check for clear communication, transparent pricing, reliable timelines, and post-launch support. A good WordPress web designer will guide you through the process and deliver a site that’s both functional and easy to manage.
What are common mistakes to avoid when hiring a WordPress web design partner?
Avoid choosing a WordPress web designer based solely on low price or appearance without checking their portfolio, technical skills, or client reviews. Cheap options may use bloated themes, insecure plugins, or deliver poor performance.
Don’t skip asking about maintenance, mobile optimization, or ownership of your site. A lack of transparency or unclear contracts can lead to hidden costs, missed deadlines, or limited control over your website.
What should you ask a WordPress web design company before starting a project?
Ask a WordPress web design company the following questions before starting a project:
- Can you show examples of WordPress sites you’ve built? – Reveals their experience and design quality.
- What’s included in your design and development package? – Clarifies scope, deliverables, and avoids surprise costs.
- How do you handle mobile responsiveness and SEO? – Ensures your site performs well and ranks in search engines.
- Who owns the site and content after launch? – Confirms your control over the website long-term.
- Do you offer ongoing support or maintenance after the project is complete? – Helps plan for updates, backups, and security needs.
How is WordPress web design different from custom-coded website solutions?
WordPress web design uses a flexible, open-source platform with pre-built themes and plugins, making it faster and more cost-effective to launch and manage. It’s ideal for most small to mid-sized websites that need scalability without heavy development.
Custom-coded websites are built from scratch without a CMS like WordPress. They offer more control, unique functionality, and performance optimization—but take longer to develop, cost more, and require ongoing developer support for updates or changes.
What platforms and tools do WordPress web design companies rely on today?
WordPress web design companies use some of the best WordPress page builders, including Elementor, WPBakery, and Gutenberg, alongside WooCommerce for e-commerce functionality. They rely on themes from ThemeForest, GeneratePress, or Astra for flexible design options.
For performance, security, and SEO, they use plugins like Yoast SEO, WP Rocket, Wordfence, and UpdraftPlus. Development and collaboration tools may include GitHub, Figma, Slack, and Trello.
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We impose the same quality check on every piece of information we publish, which is why we sought insights from Gabriel Shaoolian, CEO and founder of Digital Silk, a leading web design company. He answered common questions about WordPress web design agencies.
Gabriel Shaoolian brings over 25 years of industry expertise in enhancing brands through exceptional digital experiences. His deep knowledge of web design is grounded in the latest trends and best practices. Additionally, he is a published author on Forbes, where he shares valuable insights on digital marketing and sales strategies.











































