Communities for small businesses in small towns.
Built for Main Street, not Wall Street.
Every town has its gems — the coffee shop where everyone knows your name, the family-owned hardware store that's served generations, the new boutique bringing fresh energy to Main Street. We're building tools to help small, locally-owned businesses connect with their communities in today's digital world.
Unlike massive platforms that prioritize chains and paid ads, we exclusively focus on authentic local businesses that make our towns thrive. Our platform highlights what makes your business special, helping you build meaningful relationships with customers who value shopping local. No chains. No corporate accounts. Just real connections that grow stronger as more local businesses and community members join.
Showcase your unique story
Create a profile that highlights what makes your business special and connects with local-minded customers.
Build genuine connections
Connect with your local community directly instead of competing in algorithm-driven feeds.
Be discoverable locally
Help neighbors find your business when they want local options, not chain stores.
Grow your local presence
Reach community members who prioritize supporting local businesses in your area.
Our Communities
We're launching with three distinct communities, each with its own unique character and business ecosystem:
Ithaca, NY
Supporting the Southern Tier in New York
Coming soon
Gainesville, FL
Connecting North Central Florida
Coming soon
About the TownWire team
TownWire is being built by 
FLX Websites, a website development company based in Canandaigua, NY. We've spent years working directly with 50+ businesses in the Finger Lakes region, building their digital presence and understanding their unique challenges.
We're starting with Canandaigua because it's our home.
Our long-standing relationships with business owners in the area have taught us that personal connection matters. We're not just another tech company — we're your neighbors who are committed to seeing our community thrive. This perspective drives everything we do with TownWire, ensuring the platform truly serves the needs of local businesses and community members alike.
As a local company ourselves, we understand:
- The unique character of mid-sized towns
- The challenges local businesses face in the digital world
- What makes community-focused platforms work
- How to help hometown businesses succeed online
Promoting local businesses
Our experience building websites for local businesses has shown us what works, what doesn't, and what's missing in today's digital landscape.
TownWire is our answer to those needs — built by a local company, for local businesses.
