High-quality photos are essential for attracting guests to your property on Holidu. This guide will help you manage, upload, and optimize your property photos to maximize bookings and create a great first impression.

Why Professional Photos Matter

Professional photography can significantly improve your property's performance on Holidu. Here's why investing in quality images matters:

• First impressions: Photos are the first thing guests see when browsing listings. High-quality images create a strong first impression and capture attention immediately.
• More 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 show your property in the best and most truthful light, so guests know what to expect on arrival.
• Highlighting unique features: Professional photographers know how to showcase the special features and amenities of your property and attract guests looking for that kind of stay.

Professional Photography Service

Holidu offers a free professional photography service to eligible hosts in our focus regions. This service draws on local knowledge of what works in each market.

Important Information About Professional Photography

• The professional photography service is only available in Focus Regions. In certain areas, the service may not be available.
• Availability depends on photographer coverage in the specific geographic area.
• Not all properties are automatically eligible.
• Photos taken by Holidu professionals are not reviewed before they go live on the listing. Our photography team selects and orders them based on channel performance data.
• All hosts, including those with professional Holidu photos, can fully manage their galleries.
• Holidu keeps a backup of all professional photos. If you delete one by mistake, you can contact support to restore it.
• Professional photos are the property of Holidu and are not available for purchase by hosts.

Uploading Your Own Photos

If you choose to upload your own photos or want to add additional images to your gallery, please follow these guidelines to ensure the best results:

Photo Guidelines

• The first photo in the gallery is used as the main display image across partner channels.
• Gallery order affects booking performance — use high-quality, well-lit photos for your cover shot and first few images.
• Videos are not supported. Images only.
• Supported formats are JPG, PNG, HEIC/HEIF, WebP, TIFF, and AVIF, within the platform's file-size limits.
• Photos must be in landscape orientation.
• Use good lighting to capture the best shots.
• Use wide angles to capture the full scope of your property.
• Upload at least 10 photos.
• Minimum resolution: 1,024 × 768 pixels.
• Recommended resolution: 2,000 pixels on the long edge for high-quality images.

How to Manage Your Photo Gallery

Managing your property photos on Holidu is straightforward. Follow these steps to add, delete, reorder, and optimize your 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 bar.
3. To add new photos, click Add Photo and upload images from your device. In the Holidu app, you'll need to allow Holidu to access images from your phone first.
4. To delete a photo, click it and select Delete, then confirm. Holidu keeps a backup of all photos, so deleted images can be restored on request.
5. To reorder photos, click and hold a photo, drag it to the position you want, and drop it. Remember that the first photo serves as your main display image.
6. Click Save changes after any edit so your updates take effect immediately.

Best Practices for Photo Gallery Management

To maximize bookings and guest satisfaction, consider these best practices when managing your property photos:

• Lead with your best image: Make your first photo an attractive, well-lit shot that represents your property's best features.
• Show variety: Include photos of different areas of your property, such as bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchen, living areas, and outdoor spaces.
• Ensure consistency: Maintain consistent lighting and quality throughout your photo gallery.
• Keep photos current: Update photos regularly to reflect any changes, renovations, or seasonal updates to your property.
• Highlight amenities: Include close-up photos of key amenities and features that guests care about.
• Update regularly: Periodically review and refresh your gallery to keep your listing competitive.

Need Help?

If you have questions about managing your property photos on Holidu or need assistance with your photo gallery, please reach out to our support team through the Assistant. We're here to help you make the most of your Holidu listing.