The 14 Most Popular SaaS Startups from Tampa (2026)

Tampa is home to 14 SaaS and AI products actively bought by companies on Cledara, led by ConnectWise. This ranking is built from real purchasing data — what companies actually pay for, not funding announcements — and updates monthly. Data as of 17 August 2026, 09:40 UTC.

Top SaaS companies from Tampa

#ProductCategoryDescriptionFoundedEmployeesFunding12-mo rank
1ConnectWiseIT & SecurityConnectWise offers IT management software and services for Managed Service Providers (MSPs), including solutions for cybersecurity management, unified monitoring and management, and business management. It aims to automate, scale, and securely manage MSP businesses through an integrated platform designed to increase efficiency and security.1,9821,001-5,000 employeesUnder $1M+24
2ConnectSecureIT & SecurityConnectSecure scans networks, cloud environments, and web applications to identify software vulnerabilities and configuration misconfigurations. The platform automates patch management workflows, tracks compliance frameworks, and generates audit reports for enterprise assets.51-200 employees
3SpotlightrMarketing & GrowthSpotlightr is a video hosting platform that encrypts videos against downloads, supports HLS encryption, and offers analytics, customizable players, and integration with WordPress and LearnDash.2,01111-50 employees
4AurinkoSales & RevenueAurinko offers an API and platform for relationship management, integrating various communication tools and services. It allows for synchronization and management of contacts, emails, and calendars across different platforms.2,0202-10 employees
5BrightGaugeData & AnalyticsBrightGauge is a data analytics platform for MSPs that integrates with various data sources, automates reporting, and provides real-time dashboards with customizable metrics.1,9821,001-5,000 employeesUnder $1M
6A-LIGNLegal, Risk & Compliance A-LIGN is a cybersecurity and compliance platform specializing in assisting organizations of various sizes and industries in achieving and maintaining regulatory compliance, cybersecurity, and data privacy standards. A-LIGN's services cover a wide range of compliance frameworks and regulations, including but not limited to SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, PCI DSS, GDPR, and more.2,009501-1,000 employees
7EASYCONTENTCollaboration & ProductivityEasyContent is a Content Collaboration and Workflow Management platform. It enables teams to create and review content and publish it to Wordpress CMS with just one click of a button.2,0202-10 employees
8EventpowerMarketing & GrowthEventpower provides an online event management and registration platform for conferences, trainings, and corporate events, including ticketing, delegate management, and reporting tools.1,99651-200 employees
9AnswerFirstCustomer Success & SupportAnswerFirst manages inbound communication by connecting businesses with virtual receptionists who handle phone calls, appointment scheduling, and message intake. Users access a digital portal to monitor call records, view real-time reports, and configure custom call routing rules to ensure continuous customer engagement.1,99851-200 employees
10HivelocityEngineering & DevOps2,00251-200 employees
11Real Phone ValidationSales & Revenue2,0122-10 employees
12ListKitSales & Revenue2,02111-50 employees
13CyberFOXIT & Security2,02251-200 employees
14eFormsLegal, Risk & Compliance2,01551-200 employees

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Tampa startups by size and funding

The largest SaaS company from Tampa by headcount is ConnectWise (1,001-5,000 employees).

2 of 14 have disclosed funding, topped by ConnectWise (Under $1M).

The newest entrant is CyberFOX (founded 2022).

The oldest is ConnectWise (founded 1982); the newest, CyberFOX (2022).

What Tampa startups build

CategoryProducts
IT & Security3
Sales & Revenue3
Marketing & Growth2
Legal, Risk & Compliance2
Data & Analytics1
Collaboration & Productivity1
Customer Success & Support1
Engineering & DevOps1

Tampa's SaaS scene skews toward IT & Security — 3 of its 14 tracked companies build it & security software.

Tampa vs the United States

Tampa accounts for 0% of the 3,476 ranked SaaS products founded in the United States.

Frequently asked questions

What are the biggest SaaS startups in Tampa?

ConnectWise, ConnectSecure and Spotlightr are the most-used SaaS products founded in Tampa, based on real purchasing data from companies on Cledara. Last updated 17 August 2026, 09:40 UTC.

How many SaaS companies are based in Tampa?

14 SaaS and AI products founded in Tampa are actively bought by companies tracked on Cledara. Aggregators list more registered startups; this ranking counts only products with real, current usage.

How is this different from other Tampa startup lists?

Most lists rank Tampa startups by funding raised or valuation. This one ranks them by adoption — how many companies actually pay for each product — measured monthly from Cledara's purchasing data.