How Big is the Social Media Software Market | Software Tools and Service Providers List 2025

Code: MTA8863 Publication Date: Sep 2025

What is the size of Social Media Software Market?

According to 6Wresearch internal database and industry insights, the Social Media Software Market was estimated at USD 8.5 billion in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 18.5 billion by 2031, growing at a CAGR of 10.5% during the forecast period 2025-2031.

The Social Media Software Market is expanding rapidly as businesses increasingly rely on digital platforms and inherent marketing, customer engagement, and analytics capabilities. The rising demand for automation of publishing and scheduling, the growing importance of analytics in decision-making, are expanding the adoption of social media software across multiple industries. 

Growth Factors for Social Media Software Market

  • Steadily increasing demand for automation in scheduling and publishing content
  • The importance of making data-driven decisions based on analytics
  • Overview of increasing and competing demands for influencer marketing and delivery of digital advertising
  • Steady growth in needs and considerations for multi-channel campaigns.
  • New and emerging uses of AI and machine learning for customer engagements that involve social media

Social Media Software Market Trends

The Social Media Software Market is experiencing trends in the adoption of Software Suites that involve AI capabilities for predictive analytics, sentiment analysis, and content strategies based on customer data needs. Companies are rapidly embracing content that is video-first, chatbots, and ease of integration to e-commerce platforms, which enhance customer engagement and increase conversions. 

Another trend influencing the Social Media Software Market is the reduced complexity of managing multiple software capability extensions being rolled into one software suite. Businesses are preferring platforms that combine analytics, publishing, advertising, and listening tools, reducing complexity while improving efficiency. 

Emerging Developments in the Social Media Software Market

The Social Media Software Market is seeing developments in generative AI for automated content creation and advanced reporting dashboards. Companies are introducing real-time monitoring, compliance features, and predictive insights to meet changing brand needs and regulatory requirements.

Additionally, the Social Media Software Market is observing the rise of integration with CRM and ERP platforms, enabling businesses to streamline workflows across marketing, sales, and customer service. The focus on scalability and automation is leading to innovative product offerings and partnerships in the sector.

List of Leading Companies in the Social Media Software Market

Some of the leading companies include:

1. Hootsuite Inc.

Company NameHootsuite Inc.
Establishment Year2008
HeadquarterVancouver, Canada
Official WebsiteClick here

Hootsuite is a leading social media management platform that helps businesses schedule, monitor, and analyze social content.

2. Sprout Social, Inc.

Company NameSprout Social, Inc.
Establishment Year2010
HeadquarterChicago, Illinois, United States
Official WebsiteClick here

Sprout Social provides social media management, engagement, and analytics solutions for businesses and agencies.

3. Buffer, Inc.

Company NameBuffer, Inc.
Establishment Year2010
HeadquarterSan Francisco, California, United States
Official WebsiteClick here

Buffer offers social media scheduling, publishing, and analytics tools for small businesses and creators.

4. Zoho Corporation Pvt. Ltd.

Company NameZoho Corporation Pvt. Ltd.
Establishment Year1996
HeadquarterChennai, India
Official WebsiteClick here

Zoho provides a wide suite of cloud-based software including Zoho Social, a social media management tool for businesses.

5. HubSpot, Inc.

Company NameHubSpot, Inc.
Establishment Year2006
HeadquarterCambridge, Massachusetts, United States
Official WebsiteClick here

HubSpot delivers inbound marketing, CRM, and social media management tools to help businesses grow.

6. Salesforce, Inc.

Company NameSalesforce, Inc.
Establishment Year1999
HeadquarterSan Francisco, California, United States
Official WebsiteClick here

Salesforce offers CRM solutions and includes social listening and engagement tools via Salesforce Marketing Cloud.

7. Adobe Systems Incorporated

Company NameAdobe Systems Incorporated
Establishment Year1982
HeadquarterSan Jose, California, United States
Official WebsiteClick here

Adobe is a global software company known for its creative, digital media, and marketing solutions, including Photoshop, Acrobat, and Adobe Experience Cloud.

8. Khoros, LLC

Company NameKhoros, LLC
Establishment Year2019
HeadquarterAustin, Texas, United States
Official WebsiteClick here

Khoros offers social media management, digital care, and online community engagement platforms.

9. Agorapulse SAS

Company NameAgorapulse SAS
Establishment Year2011
HeadquarterParis, France
Official WebsiteClick here

Agorapulse is a social media management platform providing scheduling, monitoring, reporting, and team collaboration tools.

10. Meltwater N.V.

Company NameMeltwater N.V.
Establishment Year2001
HeadquarterOslo, Norway & San Francisco, United States
Official WebsiteClick here

Meltwater provides media monitoring, social media analytics, and competitive intelligence solutions.

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