High-quality photos are essential for attracting guests and boosting your bookings. At Holidu, we understand the importance of professional imagery, which is why we offer a free professional photography service in select Focus Regions. Whether you're using professional photos or uploading your own, we'll help you manage your property gallery effectively.

Why Professional Photos Matter

Professional photography can transform how potential guests perceive your property. Here's what makes professional photos valuable:

• First impressions: Photos are the first thing guests see when browsing your listing. High-quality images create a strong first impression and capture attention immediately.
• Increased bookings: Properties with professional photos receive up to 5 times more bookings than those without. Professional content helps your property stand out and gives guests confidence to book.
• Accurate expectations: Professional photographers have the experience and equipment to showcase your property in the best and most truthful light, so guests know exactly what to expect upon arrival.
• Highlight unique features: Professional photographers know how to showcase the special features and amenities that make your property unique and attractive to guests seeking specific experiences.

Holidu Professional Photography Service

Holidu offers complimentary professional photography services in designated Focus Regions. However, it's important to note the following:

• Professional photography service availability is limited to Focus Regions. In certain areas, the service may not be available.
• Availability depends on photographer coverage in your specific geographic area.
• Not all properties are automatically eligible for the professional photography service.

Important Information About Professional Photos

• Photos taken by Holidu professionals are published directly to your listing without prior review. Our photography team selects and orders photos based on channel performance data to optimize your bookings.
• All hosts, including those with professional Holidu photos, retain full control over their photo galleries and can make changes at any time.
• Holidu maintains a backup of all professional photos. If you accidentally delete a professional photo, you can request its restoration through our support system.
• Professional photos are the property of Holidu and are not available for purchase by hosts.

Guidelines for Uploading Your Own Photos

If you're uploading your own photos or supplementing professional images, follow these best practices to maximize your booking potential:

Photo Order and Display

• The first photo in your gallery serves as your main display image across all partner channels, so choose this carefully.
• Gallery order significantly affects booking performance. Place your highest-quality, well-lit photos at the beginning of your gallery.

Technical Requirements

• Only images are supported. Videos are not accepted in the photo gallery.
• Supported image formats include JPG, PNG, HEIC/HEIF, WebP, TIFF, and AVIF, within the platform's file-size limits.
• All photos must be in landscape orientation.
• Minimum resolution: 1,024 × 768 pixels.
• Recommended resolution: 2,000 pixels on the long edge for high-quality, professional-looking images.

Photography Tips

• Use good lighting to capture your property in its best condition. Natural light is typically ideal.
• Use wide-angle lenses to capture the full scope and spaciousness of your property.
• Upload at least 10 photos to give potential guests a comprehensive view of your property.

How to Manage Your Photo Gallery

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Log in to your Holidu host account and select the property you want to edit.
2. Click the Photos tab in the property navigation menu.
3. To add new photos, click Add Photo and upload images from your device. If using the Holidu app, you may need to allow Holidu access to your phone's image library first.
4. To delete a photo, click on it and select Delete, then confirm your action. Note that Holidu maintains backups of all photos, so deleted images can be restored upon request.
5. To reorder your photos, click and hold a photo, drag it to your desired position, and drop it in place.
6. Click Save changes after making any edits to ensure your updates take effect and are published to your listing.

Managing Your Gallery Effectively

Remember that your photo gallery is a critical marketing tool for your property. Regularly review and update your photos to ensure they accurately represent your property and maintain guest satisfaction. If you need to restore a professional photo that was accidentally deleted or require assistance with your gallery, our support team is available to help through the Assistant within the platform.