Dutch Digital Studio · Since 2000

Digital products
built to perform.

We craft high-performance web apps, mobile experiences, and digital platforms for ambitious companies. Senior engineering, no compromises.

25+
Years Experience
100%
Senior Engineers
WCAG 2.2
Accessibility

A senior-level digital studio from the Netherlands

Founded in 2000, 49Media has spent over two decades building digital products that matter. We're a tight team of senior engineers who believe in clear communication, lean architecture, and shipping things that work.

From React and Next.js to Node.js and cloud infrastructure — we handle the full stack so you can focus on your business.

49Media
25+ Years
Performance-first
Speed as a feature, not an afterthought
Accessibility
WCAG 2.2 from day one
Privacy
Privacy-conscious by design
Maintainable
Clean code that scales

25+ years of building digital products.

2000–2008

The Foundations

Building and maintaining websites and software for local organisations. Establishing principles: clean technology, reliability, accessibility, and attention to detail.

2009–2016

Building Partnerships

Expanded into sophisticated applications and digital platforms. Developed long-term partnerships with Dutch startups and SMEs, helping them build, improve, and scale.

2017–Today

Modern Digital Engineering

High-performance digital products with Next.js, React, cloud infrastructure, automation, and AI — with strong focus on accessibility, privacy, and maintainability.

What we do

Ten core services covering the full digital product lifecycle.

01
Software & Web Development
Full-stack applications built with modern frameworks. From MVPs to enterprise platforms.
React Next.js TypeScript Node.js
02
Mobile Applications
Native and cross-platform mobile apps that feel right at home on every device.
React Native Flutter iOS Android
03
UX/UI Design
User-centered design that converts. Research-driven interfaces people actually enjoy.
Figma Prototyping Design Systems
04
E-commerce
Custom commerce solutions that scale. From storefront to checkout to fulfillment.
Shopify Custom Headless
05
AI & Automation
Intelligent workflows and AI integrations that save time and unlock new capabilities.
LLMs RAG Automation
06
CMS & Content Platforms
Headless CMS setups and custom content workflows for editorial teams.
Sanity Contentful Strapi
07
Performance & Accessibility
Core Web Vitals optimization and WCAG compliance audits with hands-on fixes.
Lighthouse WCAG 2.2 a11y
08
Cloud & DevOps
Infrastructure that scales with you. CI/CD, containers, and cloud architecture.
AWS Docker CI/CD
09
Analytics & SEO
Data-driven insights and technical SEO that drive organic growth.
GA4 Schema SEO
10
Ongoing Care
Long-term partnerships for updates, monitoring, and continuous improvement.
SLA Monitoring Support

How we work

A proven five-step process refined over 25+ years of building digital products.

Discover
Clear requirements & goals
Design
UX/UI & architecture
Develop
Lean, clean code
Deploy
Ship with confidence
Improve
Iterate & optimize

Projects we're proud of

Real products, real impact.

The49-Agent
An intelligent AI agent platform built to automate workflows, understand context, and deliver faster, smarter support.
Web Experience Platform
Modern, responsive websites designed for performance, scalability, and seamless digital experiences across devices.
Nonprofit SEO Growth
An SEO strategy helping a nonprofit organization increase visibility, reach more people, and connect with its audience online.
Field Ops Companion
A rugged field service platform for distributed teams. Real-time updates, offline-first architecture, and seamless dispatching.
Event Companion
End-to-end event management platform with live schedules, attendee networking, and real-time analytics dashboards.
Retail Loyalty
A modern loyalty platform powering rewards, personalized offers, and customer insights for retail chains.

Delivering results that speak for themselves.

"49Media delivered a platform that exceeded our expectations. Their attention to performance and accessibility is unmatched."

JD
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Company · Project Type

"Senior-led, no-nonsense engineering. They understood our requirements from day one and delivered on time."

AS
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Company · Project Type

"The app they built for us handles thousands of daily users without a hitch. True engineering quality."

MK
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Company · Project Type

How we think

Six principles that guide every project.

Clear Requirements
We start by understanding what success looks like. No ambiguity, no assumptions — just clarity.
Lean Architecture
Simple, maintainable systems. We build only what's needed and make it easy to change later.
Performance by Design
Speed isn't a feature — it's a foundation. Every decision is measured against its impact on performance.
Accessibility from Start
Inclusive design from day one, not a retrofit. WCAG 2.2 compliance built into every component.
Privacy-Conscious
Data protection by default. GDPR-compliant, minimal data collection, transparent practices.
Continuous Improvement
Launch is just the beginning. We measure, learn, and iterate to keep your product evolving.

Domains we know well

Deep expertise across key sectors.

Fintech
SaaS
E-commerce
Public Sector
Data & AI

Ready to build something great?

Tell us about your project. No fluff, no sales pitch — just a straightforward conversation about what you need.

The Netherlands