We build intelligent, high-quality web apps

We’re a web app development agency based in Bristol, working with ambitious businesses across the UK. We combine UX research with serious engineering – building apps that are genuinely built to last, not just to launch.

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Plan, design, test, deploy

Full-stack web app development agency

Unfold is with you from the beginning of your development journey all the way to launch and beyond. We specialise in end-to-end development, with a unique combination of UX, technical and design expertise in-house.

Why Unfold?

Turn complexity into beauty, functionality and reliability

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Built for your audience, measured against your goals

We don’t design in a vacuum. Every screen is built around real user research and tied back to the business result it’s meant to drive: more signups, fewer support tickets, faster checkout.

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No ‘cookie cutters’ – your app is bespoke

We delve deeply into the user need and journey, creating something unique for your business. We combine in-house technical know-how with a passion for beautiful, simple design.

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Support that doesn’t disappear after launch

We’re not a faceless agency. Our team is here to support you in the long-term, delivering constant improvements to your web application.

How we work

Our design and development process

1. Discovery and research

We start by understanding your users properly: what they need, where they get stuck, what success looks like for them. This shapes everything that follows.

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2. Design

Next, we’ll prototype some options based on the research. Attention to detail matters, so we’ll keep you engaged throughout, as we create something bespoke together.

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3. Build

Our in-house tech expertise ensures all development work is done in the UK. Our tight-knit crew becomes an extension of your team as we move efficiently through to launch.

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Selected work

BNGx

Developing a game-changing digital exchange for biodiversity units

Digital Planning Directory

Helping streamline spatial planning with a new digital directory

yhangry

Three complex interfaces made simple in one stunning platform

Our clients’ words

How we helped our clients imagine, design and launch web apps

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Hear what our clients have to say about working with Unfold

“I’ve worked closely with Harry and the team for over 2 years launching a new website and booking application for Storebox. Over the period we collaborated to deliver excellent results through UX, test and learn and implementing new features. Communication from the team was always great and their responses to urgent bugs or issues were always top class. I would recommend Unfold to any startups all the way to smaller enterprise businesses if they were looking to grow their eCommerce business or streamline their operations with new backend consoles and integrations with existing CRM, CMS and other management systems.”
– Ashley Ellis, eCommerce Manager at Storebox

“Unfold have been the perfect partner for this project. We were delighted with how quickly the project progressed and how thorough and responsive the team has been throughout the process. Their ability to master both the initial research, planning and design phases as well as the complex technical elements of the project really stood out to us. We’re looking forward to continuing to work with Unfold to further improve the Storage Locator site.”
– Emily Snape, Growth Director at Storage Locator

“Unfold over delivered on my expectations, the love, attention, time and overall service they provided was amazing. Any dates that were committed were always achieved, there was never a delay.”
– Olivia Balaban, Head of Marketing at Good Sixty

Whether we’re creating something together, or improving what you already have, we’ll build an app perfectly suited to your business.

Our expertise

Whatever your project goals, we’re here to create a web application for a range of use cases

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Internal business tools

Build custom web apps to streamline your operations – such as project management, CRM or inventory tracking software.

Customer portals

Give your customers a personalised portal to manage their accounts, view order history, access customer support or track their service.

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eCommerce platforms

Offer a streamlined shopping experience. Your app could include product catalogues, customisable user accounts and real-time order tracking.

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Booking and scheduling

Through our web applications, your customers can book services or appointments directly from your website.

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Data collection and analytics

Built to collect important data from your users. Our web apps enable you to run analytics and generate insight reports.

Collaboration platforms

Do your teams need to collaborate remotely? Our apps enable file sharing, document collaboration and communication.

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Custom CMS development

Create an easy-to-navigate custom CMS, making it easy to personalise and update your web app.

API and systems integration

If you need to integrate various API’s or systems into your app, it’s no problem. Integration is easy with us.

Want to learn more?

Read our guide to choosing between a custom app or an off-the-shelf solution, or learn about how to avoid vendor lock-in.

Meet the team

Who you’ll be working with

We’re a team of creative thinkers, technical specialists and problem-solvers. Working with Unfold, you get in-house design and technical support. We’ll become your dedicated partner, building a solid relationship that’s built on respect and honesty.