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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Austin, TXServices provided
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See all 48 projectsGLIDE® is a web design and development company offering services such as UI/UX design, responsive web design, and custom website development. The company received overwhelmingly positive feedback, with nearly 100% of reviewers praising their project management and communication abilities. Clients consistently highlight their ability to create visually engaging and intuitive websites, and their commitment to client satisfaction and innovative solutions is frequently noted in reviews.
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Avarice is a small custom software development company launched in 2006. Their services include Custom Software Development and IT strategy consulting.
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Patrucco Comunicazione Efficace, a video production company, was established in 1976. They focuses on Video Production and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Leipzig, Germany
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Nvii-Media is a graphic design company. Headquartered in Leipzig, Germany, the agency was founded in 2008. Their services include Graphic Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Leipzig, Germany
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SCHRÖDER Media is a small graphic design company headquartered in Leipzig, Germany. The team provides Graphic Design and Print Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Buenos Aires, Argentina
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Lainco Software S.A. Is a software development firm. They specialize in Custom Software Development and BI & big data consulting & SI and were established in 2009.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Melbourne, Australia
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Action Websites is a small web design company. Established in 2000, the team offers Web Design and Digital Strategy.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Zagreb, Croatia
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Infranet razvoj, a software development company, is based in Zagreb, Croatia. Founded in 2010, the team focuses on Custom Software Development.
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Aduro idea is a custom software development firm in Zagreb, Croatia. They offer Custom Software Development.
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Pantheon Računovodstvo is a small Accounting company based in Zagreb, Croatia. Their services include Accounting and Custom Software Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9East Maitland, Australia
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Located in East Maitland, Australia, Kurl Web is a web design agency. The team focuses on Web Design and UX/UI Design.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Rockville, MD
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Enterprise People is a custom software development firm launched in 2002. The small team specializes in Custom Software Development and cloud consulting & SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Fort Walton Beach, FL
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Launched in 2018, Rogue Industries is a Logistics & Supply Chain Consulting company. Their team specializes in Logistics & Supply Chain Consulting and Business Consulting.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chantilly, VA
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Small software development firm Vinix Technologies, is based in Chantilly, Virginia. Their services include Custom Software Development and Application Management & Support.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Sacramento, CA
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SunstoneIT is a small IT strategy consulting company located in Sacramento, California. Their services include IT strategy consulting and Custom Software Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Redding, CT
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Mauli Systems, a custom software development firm, was founded in 1993. The team focuses on Custom Software Development and cloud consulting & SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Chantilly, VA
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ZoleyTech is a software development company. The agency is in Chantilly, Virginia. Their team provides Custom Software Development and unified communications consulting & SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Cupertino, CA
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Acionyx is a software development company. They are headquartered in Cupertino, California. Their team focuses on Custom Software Development and Application Management & Support.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Vienna, VA
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H2K Solutions is a custom software development company. The team focuses on Custom Software Development and IT managed services and is based in Vienna, Virginia.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Prescott, AZ
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Structured Solutions is a software development company launched in 1994. The team provides Custom Software Development and is located in Prescott, Arizona.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Navi Mumbai, India
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Thejigsawseo is a SEO services firm. They are located in Navi Mumbai, India, and their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Warszawa, Poland
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Pixelghetto Marketing is a SEO agency established in 2014. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Design and is based in Warszawa, Poland.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Rawalpindi, Pakistan
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New Vision Technologies is a small social media marketing company based in Rawalpindi, Pakistan. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Ikeja, Nigeria
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Niospace is an Ikeja, Nigeria-based SEO services firm. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed2 - 9Howell, MI
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Target Marketing Solutions is a PPC agency. Established in 1995, the agency is located in Howell, Michigan. Their services include Pay Per Click and Video Marketing.
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Massive Dynamics USA is a social media marketing agency. The firm is headquartered in New York, New York. Their team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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THE7OFDIAMONDS.TECH , a software development firm, was established in 2010. The agency provides Custom Software Development and cloud consulting & SI.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Pearland, TX
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A Plus Net Solutions is a Pearland, Texas-based social media marketing company. Established in 1999, the team specializes in Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hrFreelancerNew Orleans, LA
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Performance First Digital is a SEO services firm. Their team is based in New Orleans, Louisiana. The company provides Search Engine Optimization and Advertising.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerLexington, KY
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Small branding agency Chris Rosenthal Design, is based in Lexington, Kentucky. The team specializes in Branding and Graphic Design.
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Laukkonen Design is a web design company headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Their services include Web Design and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerCercado de Lima, Peru
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Custom software development firm Echm Software Developer is located in Cercado de Lima, Peru. The team focuses on Custom Software Development and Mobile App Development.
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Lear Marketing is an Advertising company. Their small team of employees is in Ipswich, Massachusetts. Their team offers Advertising and Branding.
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Adaptive Cause, a CRM consulting and SI company, provide CRM consulting and SI and Mobile App Development. They were founded in 2023.
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Founded in 2022, Harned Marketing is a small SEO company. Their team provides Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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Emerging Digital Solutions is a SEO services firm. They were founded in 2022 and provide Search Engine Optimization and Mobile App Development.
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New Generation Digital Marketing is a small SEO agency established in 2016. Their team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Marketing Strategy.
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New York SEO Training Academy is a SEO services firm. Their small team of employees is based in New York, New York. Their team provides Search Engine Optimization and Social Media Marketing.
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BloomView Marketing LLC. Is a social media marketing company. The Albany, New York-based firm was launched in 2023. Their team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Royal Deer Design, LLC is a branding company. They are in New York, New York. Their team focuses on Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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Established in 2016, DevOps Global Solutions, LLC is a small DevOps Managed Services company. Their team focuses on DevOps Managed Services and Digital Strategy.
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DR Copywriting Services, a Content Writing Services company, is located in Alameda, California. They specialize in Content Writing Services and Content Marketing.
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Founded in 2011, Smaht! Ideas is an Advertising company. Their services include Advertising and Branding.
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This Blank Page, a Content Writing Services company, is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Their services include Content Writing Services and Branding.
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Current Marketing Services is a social media marketing firm. Their small team of employees is headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina. Their team offers Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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Pink Sky Studios is an Advertising company. They are in Jamison, Pennsylvania, and their services include Advertising and Branding.
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NAV Innovators, a small Content Writing Services company, is in Grand Forks, North Dakota. Their services include Content Writing Services and Marketing Strategy.
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Stevin Lipp Webmaster, PGA Associate is a Content Writing Services company. Their team is based in Fargo, North Dakota and focuses on Content Writing Services and Branding.
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Located in Foster, Australia, Olivitek Software Pty Ltd is a small business intelligence company. The team specializes in BI & big data consulting & SI and cloud consulting & SI.
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Peel Digital Consulting is a social media marketing firm. Headquartered in Fort Collins, Colorado, their team offers Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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BlackFrog Agency is a branding agency. The Naples, Florida-based team provides Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49San Diego, CA
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49London, England
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49San Diego, CA
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Carlsbad, CA
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Warszawa, Poland
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Hudson, MA
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Toronto, Canada
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Irvine, CA
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Elmhurst, IL
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Washington, DC
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Bangkok, Thailand
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Chicago, IL
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$25,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Pittsburgh, PA
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49Naperville, IL
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Milton Keynes, England
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Austin, TX
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Nashville, TN
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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$75,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49San Jose, CA
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9London, England
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$75,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Toronto, Canada
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Toronto, Canada
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WordPress Designer FAQs
A WordPress design company plans, designs, and launches websites built on the WordPress content management system (CMS). Their experienced teams typically include strategists, UX/UI designers, developers, and SEO specialists who collaborate closely to create sites that are visually appealing, fast, and easy to update. Beyond the initial build, many agencies provide ongoing support—handling security patches, performance tuning, and feature enhancements so your site keeps pace with business needs.
WordPress design companies possess the necessary skills and expertise needed to execute compelling designs. Clients can expect services such as:
- Custom theme design or theme customization
- Responsive UX/UI and mobile optimization
- Plugin selection, configuration, and custom plugin development
- e-commerce integrations (e.g., WooCommerce, Shopify APIs, and payment gateways)
- SEO setup—schema markup, on-page optimization, and Core Web Vitals tuning
- Website migration, hosting setup, and ongoing maintenance
- Accessibility audits (WCAG) and performance optimization
Additionally, some agencies also bundle branding, copywriting, or digital marketing services to deliver an end-to-end web presence.
Pricing for WordPress design projects varies widely based on several key factors, including scope and complexity. According to data gathered by Clutch, the average hourly rates charged by these providers go from $25 – $49 per hour. Clients can expect costs to range:
- Basic brochure site (usually with 5 – 8 pages): $1,500 – $5,000
- Mid-level site with custom design and integrations: $5,000 – $15,000
- Enterprise-grade or eCommerce build with custom functionality: $15,000 – $50,000+
Before signing any agreement or partnership with a provider, always request detailed estimates that outline deliverables, timelines, and post-launch support.
Identifying the right WordPress design partner is easier said than done, especially since there are countless agencies to choose from. The journey starts off by clarifying your unique goals—traffic targets, conversion metrics, must-have features. After that, you can follow these 5 next steps:
- Review portfolios for projects similar to your vision.
- Read verified Clutch reviews to gauge reliability and communication style.
- Compare technical expertise in areas like performance tuning or WooCommerce.
- Confirm project management approach (i.e., Agile sprints, weekly stand-ups, etc.).
- Evaluate transparency—clear contracts, milestone-based billing, and ownership of source files.
Shortlist agencies that align with your budget and demonstrate strategic thinking, not just design skills.
- Guaranteed ranking claims or “secret” SEO tactics
- Vague pricing or reluctance to itemize deliverables
- Limited portfolio or recycled templates passed off as custom work
- Slow, unclear communication during the discovery phase
- No plan for security updates, backups, or post-launch training
If any of these appear, continue your search. It’s better to be extra cautious rather than ending up with headaches working with an unfit team.
- Have you built sites for businesses in my industry or with similar functionality?
- Which plugins or tech stack do you recommend and why?
- How will you measure success—speed scores, conversions, SEO KPIs?
- What is your process for revisions and feedback cycles?
- Who owns the design files, code, and hosting accounts after launch?
- How do you handle maintenance, security updates, and emergency support?
Make sure to also ask any project-specific questions you have. Detailed answers will reveal the agency’s expertise, transparency, and fit for your project.
A specialized agency brings a multidisciplinary team, ensuring your site is optimized for UX, SEO, accessibility, and security from day one. Compared to DIY builders or freelancers, agencies can scale resources quickly, provide documented processes, and offer long-term support—all of which reduce risk and speed up time-to-market.
Freelancers are ideal for small, straightforward tasks and tighter budgets. Agencies, on the other hand, deliver collective expertise—strategy, design, development, QA, and marketing—making them better suited for complex builds, integrations, or brands that expect rapid growth.