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Software & web studio · Udupi · Mangalore · Global

We build software that ships.

Web apps, mobile apps, websites, e-commerce, and custom software — designed, built, and shipped by one team in Udupi & Mangalore, for clients worldwide.

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What we build

Build safe and seamless products

app.yourcompany.com/dashboard
A
₹4.2LRevenue
1,284Orders
98%Uptime
app/services/report.ts
export async function buildReport(range) { const data = await db.orders.between(range); return { revenue: sum(data), growth: 0.182, exported: true }; } ✓ tests passed · deployed to prod
Coastal Cotton Shirt
₹1,499
Add to cart
Paymentcaptured
Inventory42 left
ShippingUdupi → IN
Statusconfirmed
98
Lighthouse
Performance score
Core Web Vitals✓ all good
LCP 1.1sCLS 0.02INP 90ms
Studios
Udupi · Mangalore
Delivery
Worldwide
Time zone
IST (GMT+5:30)
Handover
Docs + code

Why Whirl

Software built to last.

Whether it's a web app, a mobile app, a store, or a website — we build for performance, quality, and longevity from day one, so it keeps working long after a rushed, templated build would fall apart.

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Any device, any browser

Looks and works right on every phone, tablet, and desktop — tested, not assumed.

Found on Google

SEO written into the markup, clean structure, and fast loads — so search engines can read and rank every page.

Yours to keep

Documented code you own outright. No lock-in, no ransom, no black boxes.

50+
projects shipped for local & global clients
12+
platforms & frameworks we build on
2
studios — Udupi & Mangalore
100%
of the code is yours to keep

For developers

The original
custom-build studio

We don't use drag-and-drop builders. Every project is handcoded, version-controlled, and shipped with proper CI/CD — so you can build on top of it.

Clean, documented code

TypeScript, ESLint, Prettier — ready to hand off or scale on day one.

CI/CD pipelines included

GitHub Actions, automated tests, staging → prod deploy out of the box.

Full code ownership

Git repo, no vendor lock-in, MIT-friendly licensing. It's yours forever.

Terminal
$ git clone git@github.com:whirl/your-project.git # Your repo. Your code. Always. $ npm run dev ✓ Ready on http://localhost:3000 $ npm run deploy ✓ Deployed to production · 2.1s ✓ Lighthouse 96 · Core Web Vitals green
50+
projects shipped
99.9%
uptime SLA
12+
tech stacks
IST
same timezone

Services

Full-stack software, end to end.

From a marketing site to a custom platform — we design, build, and maintain the whole thing.

Custom Software Development

Bespoke systems built around how your business actually works.

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Web Application Development

Fast, secure web apps — from MVPs to production platforms.

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Mobile App Development

iOS and Android apps that feel native and ship on time.

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E-commerce Development

Online stores on Shopify, WooCommerce, Magento, or custom.

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Headless & Composable Web

Decoupled sites: a headless CMS with a React/Next.js front end.

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React & Next.js Development

Modern front ends and SEO-friendly Next.js apps.

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Tech stack

Build your web and mobile product
with the right tools

We pick the right technology for every job — from lightweight WordPress sites to full-scale custom platforms.

React React
Next.js Next.js
Node.js Node.js
TypeScript TypeScript
PHP PHP
Laravel Laravel
WordPress WordPress
WooCommerce WooCommerce
Vue.js Vue.js
Tailwind CSS Tailwind CSS
Flutter Flutter
Swift Swift
MySQL MySQL
PostgreSQL PostgreSQL
MongoDB MongoDB
GraphQL GraphQL
Docker Docker
AWS AWS
Firebase Firebase
Vercel Vercel
Figma Figma
Sanity Sanity

Areas we serve

Rooted in coastal Karnataka.

Two studios on the ground — local clients get someone in the same city. Remote-first delivery for clients anywhere in the world.

Udupi

Websites, e-commerce, and custom software for Udupi businesses and institutions.

Mangalore

Software, web apps, and mobile development for Mangalore enterprises and startups.

Worldwide

Remote-first delivery for clients across India, the Middle East, UK, US, and beyond.

We also build for businesses across every taluk in Udupi & Dakshina Kannada:

Udupi Mangaluru Karkala Kundapura Byndoor Brahmavara Hebri Mulki Moodubidri Puttur Sullia Kadaba Padubidri

From the blog

Notes on building software.

Guides, opinions, and case studies from our team in Udupi & Mangalore.

Jul 30, 2026

How much does a business website cost in 2026?

A straight answer on what drives website pricing — and how to spend where it counts.

read → Jul 21, 2026

WordPress, Shopify, or custom: choosing the right platform

Platforms are tools, not religions. Here is how we pick one for a project.

read → Jul 12, 2026

Choosing a software company in coastal Karnataka

What to look for in a local development partner in Udupi and Mangalore.

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Questions

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best web design and development company in Udupi?
Whirl Designs is a website and software development studio based in Udupi, building fast, SEO-ready websites, web apps, and e-commerce stores for local businesses. We work with clients in person in Udupi and remotely everywhere else.
Do you build websites for businesses in Mangaluru (Mangalore)?
Yes — we have a studio presence in Mangaluru and build websites, web apps, custom software, and e-commerce stores for enterprises, startups, and local businesses there.
Which towns near Udupi and Mangaluru do you serve?
Alongside Udupi and Mangaluru, we actively serve Karkala, Kundapura, Byndoor, Brahmavara, Hebri, Mulki, Moodubidri, Puttur, Sullia, and Kadaba, with a dedicated page for each town listing local details.
How much does a website cost?
It depends on scope, but every project starts with a fixed, written quote after we scope it together — so there are no surprises. Simple business sites cost far less than custom software or e-commerce builds.
What technologies do you build with?
React, Next.js, Node.js, PHP, and Laravel for custom builds, plus WordPress and Shopify/WooCommerce for content and store sites — we choose the stack that fits the job, not the trend.
Do I own the code and the website after it is built?
Yes, completely. You get the full source code, documentation, and repository access. There is no vendor lock-in and no ongoing licence to keep the site running.

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Ship your web or mobile
product in weeks, not months

Tell us what you're building. We'll come back with a clear, honest scope — no jargon, no lock-in, no fluff.

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