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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249London, EnglandServices provided
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See all 88 projectsDigis, a Fiverr company (NYSE: FVRR), excels in providing comprehensive web development and staff augmentation services. With a focus on custom website development, front-end and back-end development, they consistently deliver high-quality projects, demonstrating 100% positive feedback for their technical expertise and effective project management. Clients frequently highlight their reliability and seamless integration into existing teams, with 80% mentioning their exceptional communication skills and adaptability.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9New Delhi, India
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UX Design Experts is an user experience agency. Their team is based in New Delhi, India and Minneapolis, Minnesota and specializes in UX/UI Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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See all 2 projectsCubicuz Solutions offers Website Development and Web Design services, delivering high-quality and innovative web programming solutions. Clients appreciate their cooperative staff, prompt communication, and adherence to timelines. Consistently praised for their impressive performance and creative designs, Cubicuz Solutions is noted for providing good value for cost and aligning well with client values.
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr2 - 9Sydney, Australia
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See all 1 projectsUcidity specializes in digital marketing, lead growth, and management, notably excelling in marketing strategy development and implementation. Reviews highlight Bernard Kassab's exceptional knowledge, creativity, and effective communication, leading to significant business growth and successful marketing campaigns. Clients consistently express satisfaction with Ucidity’s services and their impactful, responsive approach.
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$5,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Boston, MA
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Founded in 2011, Mildly Geeky is a small website development company based in Boston, Massachusetts. Their team offers Web Development and Web Design.
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Launched in 2015, Ngage Studios is an e-commerce development company and web development firm. The agency provides E-Commerce Development and Web Development.
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Web development firm OUwebs was launched in 2016. The agency specializes in Web Development and UX/UI Design, and is small.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Deerfield, IL
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Founded in 2019, Scherbius is a small web development company headquartered in Deerfield, Illinois. Their team focuses on Web Development and Web Design.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Hollywood, FL
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Launched in 2001, Radical Webs Inc is a small Hollywood, Florida-based SEO services firm. Their services include Search Engine Optimization and Pay Per Click.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Warszawa, Poland
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Esumo is a small web development company. They focus on Web Development and Web Design and were established in 2018.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Wales, MA
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Established in 2018, Fisher Tech Solutions LLC is a small Wales, Massachusetts-based website development company. Their team specializes in Web Development and Search Engine Optimization.
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Web development firm Coded was founded in 2018. The team focuses on Web Development and Web Design.
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Web Features, a SEO services firm, was launched in 2015. The company offers Search Engine Optimization and Web Design, and is small.
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Boost Digital Media Ltd is a web design company. Founded in 2015, the team offers Web Design and UX/UI Design.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Varaždin, Croatia
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SEUS is a web design company. The Varaždin, Croatia-based team offers Web Design and Web Development.
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Software development company NearCoders was established in 2016. The agency offers Custom Software Development and BI & big data consulting & SI, and is midsize.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Sydney, Australia
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Launched in 2014, Keen To Design is a web design agency. The team specializes in Web Design and Web Development.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Devizes, England
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Symphony Online is a web design agency and web development company based in Devizes, England. The team focuses on Web Design and Web Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India
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ItechVision Japan is an e-commerce development firm based in Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India and Abiko, Japan. Their services include E-Commerce Development and Web Development.
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$10,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Ahmedabad, India
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See all 1 projectsTecstub specializes in Website Development and managing complex online order processes. Reviews highlight their proficiency in creating efficient, scalable web solutions tailored to business needs, such as managing bulk wholesale orders. Clients appreciate their on-time delivery, supportive communication, and effective problem-solving skills.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Chinna Chokikulam, India
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See all 2 projectsAppkodes provides mobile and web solutions, including professional installation services for various applications such as booking systems, supported by an installation and support team. Feedback is mixed; while one review criticizes their outdated scripts and inadequate support, another praises their mature system, responsive sales, and IT helpdesk, despite noting high costs for essential add-ons and limited customization options.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Bengaluru, India
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See all 1 projectsPrime MLM Software offers a comprehensive range of services including Website Development, Web Design, and Web Programming to streamline MLM businesses' processes. Reviews consistently highlight their exceptional customer service, timely delivery, and detailed reporting and analytics tools, making them a reliable partner for web development projects. The company's high ratings and alignment with client values are also frequently praised.
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$10,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Holtsville, NY
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Ask ITC is a Digital Strategy company. Their midsize team is located in Holtsville, New York and Chandigarh, India and provides Digital Strategy and Business Consulting. The firm was launched in
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249P N Palayam, India
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Established in 2011, Allianze Technologies is a midsize P N Palayam, India-based Back Office Outsourcing company. Their services include Back Office Outsourcing and Call Center Services.
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Launched in 2014, Performante is an app development firm. The agency provides Mobile App Development and Web Development.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Lakeland, FL
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Web IT Gurus, a website development company, is based in Lakeland, Florida and Ahmedabad, India. They focus on Web Development and IoT development.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Nashik, India
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Founded in 2013, MaMo TechnoLabs is a website development firm. The midsize team provides Web Development and Mobile App Development.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Gurugram, India
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See all 1 projectsGoMilestone is an India-based Pvt. Ltd IT company serving more than 200 clients in more than 10 countries across the globe. Our prime benchmark is providing authenticated and cost-effective IT
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Seoul, South Korea
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Irene&company (Brand. WOR-PRO) is a web development firm established in 2012. The team specializes in Web Development and Web Design.
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See all 1 projectsTechno Idols is a leading company specializing in providing a comprehensive range of digital services to Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) worldwide with a strong focus on web design, web
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Frisco, TX
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CMC Marketing Company is a web development company. Their small team of employees is located in Frisco, Texas. Their team focuses on Web Development and Web Design.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Elsene, Belgium
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BeLead is an UX company. Based in Elsene, Belgium, their small team provides UX/UI Design and Branding. The agency was founded in 2009.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Paterna, Spain
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Agenciate is a web design agency. They are located in Paterna, Spain. Their team offers Web Design and Graphic Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Indore, India
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Website development company Devops Drop IT Solutions is based in Indore, India. Their services include Web Development and Mobile App Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hrFreelancerIraklio, Greece
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Vontikakis is a web development company. Their small team is based in Iraklio, Greece. Their services include Web Development and cloud consulting & SI.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Vancouver, Canada
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See all 3 projectsVanwebdev LTD specializes in Website Development, Web Design, and Web Programming, offering tailored online solutions that align with clients' visions and business goals. Clients commend the company for its professionalism, ability to transform complex needs into effective digital platforms, and delivering exceptional results, including refined websites and seamless booking experiences. Their team is noted for its strong project management, commitment to quality, and client satisfaction.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Mumbai, India
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Phaino IT Solutions is a website development firm. The Mumbai, India-based company was founded in 2018. Their services include Web Development and Web Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Kozhikode, India
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Small website development company Pixelflames Technologies Pvt Ltd, is based in Kozhikode, India. The team offers Web Development and Mobile App Development.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Frisco, TX
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Small SEO services firm BlueMatrix Media, is located in Frisco, Texas. The team provides Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Kloten, Switzerland
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WellDev, a software development firm, is located in Kloten, Switzerland and Dhaka, Bangladesh. The team focuses on Custom Software Development and IT staff augmentation.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Surat, India
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Einzigartige, a web development firm, is headquartered in Surat, India and Ahmedabad, India. They specialize in Web Development and Web Design and were founded in 2019.
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Metageeks Technologies Pvt Ltd is a Blockchain company founded in 2022. The company specializes in Blockchain and Custom Software Development.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Szeged, Hungary
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Launched in 2009, CreatIT Solutions Ltd is a software development company. The team focuses on Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Toulouse, France
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TAPAT is a website development firm. Based in Toulouse, France, the agency specializes in Web Development and UX/UI Design.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49New Delhi, India
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See all 2 projectsInvoidea Technologies Pvt. Ltd. specializes in Website Development, Web Design, and providing SEO and online advertising services. Overall, clients commend their creativity, technical expertise, and effective project management. They are praised for delivering innovative and cost-effective solutions, maintaining strong communication, and meeting deadlines consistently.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Oradea, Romania
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Neobyte Solutions is a web development firm launched in 2001. The firm specializes in Web Development and Document Digitization & Management, and is small.
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Charlecote, England
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Studio Republic is a web design company. The team is in Charlecote, England, and their services include Web Design and Web Development.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
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Caspian Digital Solutions, an Advertising company, was founded in 2017. The small team provides Advertising and Digital Strategy.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Darmstadt, Germany
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YUNIVERS is a Darmstadt, Germany-based web development firm. They focus on Web Development and IT strategy consulting.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Dhaka, Bangladesh
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Established in 2020, Texon Limited is a custom software development firm. The team focuses on Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Bistrița, Romania
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TMAG Dev is a web design company. The agency is headquartered in Bistrița, Romania and Roma, Italy. Their team offers Web Design and Custom Software Development.
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List of the Top 15 PHP Development Companies
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$5,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Ahmedabad, India
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Bengaluru, India
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$50,000+$50 - $99 / hr1,000 - 9,999San Francisco, CA
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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$25,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Santa Clara, CA
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249San Francisco, CA
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr10 - 49Miami, FL
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$75,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Vancouver, Canada
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$1,000+< $25 / hr10 - 49Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar, India
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Austin, TX
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Warszawa, Poland
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Poltava, Ukraine
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$75,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Frederick, MD
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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$75,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49San Jose, CA
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$10,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Thiruvananthapuram, India
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Gliwice, Poland
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$1,000+< $25 / hr250 - 999Boston, MA
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Gliwice, Poland
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Carlsbad, CA
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Lagos, Nigeria
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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$50,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249Minneapolis, MN
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Ultimo, Australia
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Gliwice, Poland
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$50,000+$100 - $149 / hr1,000 - 9,999San Francisco, CA
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Binghamton, NY
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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PHP Development Agencies FAQs
A PHP development company designs, builds, tests, and maintains software solutions that run on the PHP programming language. Their typical projects include custom websites, content management systems, SaaS platforms, APIs, and back-end integrations. Beyond coding, these experienced teams may also handle project discovery, architecture planning, UX design, QA, deployment, and post-launch support to deliver secure, high-performing products.
Agencies align project KPIs with business goals—conversion rate increases, load-time reductions, or subscription growth. Post-launch, they track metrics via analytics dashboards, A/B testing, and performance monitoring tools. By comparing pre- and post-implementation data, stakeholders can quantify gains in revenue, user engagement, and operational efficiency.
PHP development companies provide end-to-end services aimed at helping clients turn their website ideas to fully-functioning solutions. Most of these agencies bundle several complementary services, such as:
- Custom PHP web and mobile app development
- CMS implementation (e.g., WordPress, Drupal, and Magento)
- Migration from legacy tech stacks to modern PHP frameworks (e.g., Laravel, Symfony, and CodeIgniter)
- Third-party API integration and microservices architecture
- Performance optimization, scalability tuning, and security hardening
- Ongoing maintenance, monitoring, and DevOps support
Cost for PHP development firms vary based on several key factors such as complexity, timeline, and team seniority. On Clutch, hourly rates for PHP development services range from $25–$150. A simple marketing site might start around $5,000 – $10,000, while enterprise-grade web applications can exceed $100,000. These dedicated agencies often provide different pricing structures such as:
- Fixed-price quotes for clearly scoped features
- Time-and-materials models for agile or evolving projects
- Monthly retainers for team or staff-augmentation projects with long-term needs
The journey to finding the ideal PHP development company is tedious and can sometimes feel overwhelming because of the many options available. To start, it’s important to clarify your goals, tech requirements, and budget; after that, you can follow these step:
- Review each agency’s Clutch profile, portfolio, and verified client feedback.
- Compare expertise in relevant frameworks (e.g., Laravel vs. WordPress).
- Assess communication style, project management tools, and cultural fit during discovery calls.
- Request detailed proposals with timelines, milestones, and quality-assurance processes.
A vendor that demonstrates transparency, realistic estimates, and a strong track record is usually a safe bet. Find a provider that balances all your needs and delivers the best value for your investment.
- Guaranteed delivery dates without discovery or technical review
- Vague pricing structures or unwillingness to document scope
- Limited or no access to source code repositories
- Infrequent progress updates or unclear points of contact
- Overreliance on outdated PHP versions that lack security support
- Which PHP frameworks do you specialize in, and why?
- Can you share case studies with similar business goals or industries?
- How do you handle code reviews, testing, and security audits?
- What is your approach to scaling applications and managing peak traffic?
- Who owns the intellectual property and source code after project completion?
- How will communication be structured (tools, frequency, stakeholder access)?
Freelancers are cost-effective for small, well-defined tasks such as bug fixes or minor feature additions. Agencies, on the other hand, offer multidisciplinary teams—project managers, UX designers, QA engineers, and DevOps specialists—capable of delivering full-cycle solutions, complex integrations, and round-the-clock support. For mission-critical or large-scale builds, an agency’s breadth of talent and established processes typically outweighs the lower upfront cost of a single freelancer.