# Barefoot Bytes > Barefoot Bytes is a South African software development company based in Jeffreys Bay. We design and build custom web and mobile apps, AI and automation, manufacturing software and business systems, and we provide hosting and developers on demand for businesses across South Africa and internationally. Barefoot Bytes (Pty) Ltd was founded in 2021. Slogan: "Where genius meets playfulness". Budgets typically range from under R50,000 to over R500,000, and the first consultation is free. ## Services - [Web and mobile app development](https://www.barefootbytes.com/services/web-and-mobile-apps/): We design and build custom websites, web apps and iOS and Android apps, from the first prototype to the app store and beyond. - [AI and automation](https://www.barefootbytes.com/services/ai-and-automation/): We build custom AI solutions, chatbots, computer vision and process automation that remove repetitive work and turn your data into decisions. - [Manufacturing software](https://www.barefootbytes.com/services/manufacturing-software/): We build manufacturing execution systems (MES), OEE tracking, digital SOPs, live production dashboards and predictive maintenance for South African manufacturers. - [Business systems (ERP, CRM and BI)](https://www.barefootbytes.com/services/business-systems/): We build custom ERP, CRM, inventory and business intelligence systems that replace scattered spreadsheets with one connected platform. - [Hosting and infrastructure](https://www.barefootbytes.com/services/hosting-and-infrastructure/): We register domains and provide web, cloud, email and database hosting with security and monitoring, so your digital presence stays fast, secure and online. - [Rent a developer](https://www.barefootbytes.com/services/rent-a-developer/): Hire experienced Barefoot Bytes developers or a dedicated team by the hour, per project or on a monthly retainer, without the cost and delay of recruiting. ## Company - [About Barefoot Bytes](https://www.barefootbytes.com/about/): Story, values and leadership team. - [FAQ](https://www.barefootbytes.com/faq/): Pricing, timelines, process and support. - [Google and AI visibility](https://www.barefootbytes.com/ai-visibility/): Which crawlers may read this site, and a check of the public files they use. - [Contact](https://www.barefootbytes.com/contact/): Send a project brief or book a free consultation. ## Service locations - [All service locations](https://www.barefootbytes.com/service-locations/): Where we work and how we serve each area. - [App developers in South Africa](https://www.barefootbytes.com/app-developers-south-africa/): Barefoot Bytes is a South African app development company that designs and builds web apps, iOS and Android apps, AI tools and business systems for companies across the country. - [App development in Johannesburg](https://www.barefootbytes.com/app-development-johannesburg/): Custom app development for Johannesburg businesses: web apps, iOS and Android apps, customer portals and internal tools, designed and built by Barefoot Bytes. - [Software development in Pretoria](https://www.barefootbytes.com/software-development-pretoria/): Custom software development in Pretoria: business systems, web apps, integrations and AI automation for organisations that have outgrown off-the-shelf tools. - [Software development in Cape Town](https://www.barefootbytes.com/software-development-cape-town/): Custom software development in Cape Town for operations, sales, support and reporting, from planning and architecture to build, testing and ongoing improvement. - [Mobile app development in Durban](https://www.barefootbytes.com/mobile-app-development-durban/): Mobile app development in Durban: iOS, Android and cross-platform apps designed, built and published to the app stores by Barefoot Bytes. - [App development in Bloemfontein](https://www.barefootbytes.com/app-development-bloemfontein/): App development for Bloemfontein businesses: web and mobile apps, booking and ordering systems, and internal tools built by Barefoot Bytes. - [App developers in Jeffreys Bay](https://www.barefootbytes.com/app-developers-jeffreys-bay/): Barefoot Bytes is an app development company based in Jeffreys Bay, building web and mobile apps for local businesses and clients across South Africa. - [Software development in Jeffreys Bay](https://www.barefootbytes.com/software-development-jeffreys-bay/): Custom software development in Jeffreys Bay: business systems, automation and integrations built by a local team. - [Web design in Jeffreys Bay](https://www.barefootbytes.com/web-design-jeffreys-bay/): Web design in Jeffreys Bay: custom website design and development, SEO-friendly structure, hosting and ongoing improvements for local businesses. - [Mobile app development in Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha)](https://www.barefootbytes.com/mobile-app-development-port-elizabeth/): Mobile app development in Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha): iOS, Android and cross-platform apps built by a team based nearby in Jeffreys Bay. - [Custom software in East London](https://www.barefootbytes.com/custom-software-east-london/): Custom software in East London: business systems, web apps and automation for Buffalo City organisations, from an Eastern Cape team. - [Digital systems in Eastern Cape](https://www.barefootbytes.com/digital-systems-eastern-cape/): Digital systems for Eastern Cape organisations: management systems, custom software, web apps and automation from a team based in Jeffreys Bay. ## Contact - Email: info@barefootbytes.com - Alternative email: rudi@barefootbytes.com - Phone: +27 82 520 3276 - Alternative phone: +27 76 188 2358 - Location: Jeffreys Bay, Eastern Cape, South Africa - Service area: Jeffreys Bay, Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), Eastern Cape, Cape Town, Johannesburg, Pretoria, Durban, South Africa, Worldwide (remote) - Hours: Monday to Friday 08:00 to 18:00; Saturday 09:00 to 14:00 (SAST, UTC+2) - Contact form: https://www.barefootbytes.com/contact/ - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/barefoot-bytes/ ## Optional - [Full content for LLMs](https://www.barefootbytes.com/llms-full.txt): All services, FAQs and company details in one Markdown file.