360 Photos

Frequently Asked Questions about 360 photography

How Long Does Photography Take?

Photography on location takes 1 hour or less for 5 locations in a store. We aim to process your photos quickly and efficiently, without sacrificing quality. We deliver in 1 to 3 days after the photography is complete. 

Do You Deliver Raw Images?

Yes, we are happy to provide you with the processed final jpeg 360 photos at no additional charge. You are free to use these 360 photos on any other software or websites that accept 360 photos, including social media like Facebook.

Looking for a 360 Photographer in Pretoria?

Based in Pretoria, we are ready and eager to work with you to help grow your business with beautiful 360 photos of the inside of your business. 

Do you edit the 360 photos in Photoshop?

Yes, we do enhance the 360 photos so your business looks its best to customers. Faces are blurred for privacy, and color is corrected to look natural and authentic. We love creating beautiful photos to showcase the best of your business, without any shortcuts.

Google Business Profile 360° Photos

360 photos for your Google Business Profile for Google Maps and Google Search

How can I make my GBP Rank better?

Businesses with 360 photos in their GBP convert 2x more customers than those without, according to Googles published research.

What are 360 photos in Google Maps?

360 photos are easy to find inside the Google Maps system, and integrate with the Google Street View program seamlessly. This means that customers can view the street view 360 outside your store, and then jump directly to 360 photos inside your store.

Can I Upload the 360 Photos myself? 

Yes, Google now allows you to upload the 360 photos to your own GBP. This means they will show up as By Owner inside your GBP. We will gladly send the images to you. 

Can You Setup my GBP?

No, sorry. We specialise in 360 photography, and that is what we are really good at.
You can setup your own Google Business Profile for free, update all your details and add photos. Then contact us to create beautiful 360 photos to add to your existing GBP.

What is GBP or Google Business Profile?

GBP is like a modern yellow pages for local businesses. For free, you can add your own business to GBP and add your company name, location, contact details, services, photos, videos and 360 photos.

When customers search Google for your products or services, Google uses this information to recommend your business to customers. Your business GBP will show up in search results on Google Maps and Google website search.

ARE YOU A CERTIFIED GOOGLE TRUSTED PHOTOGRAPHER?

Yes, we can upload to Google directly, and the good news is that now you can do so too! The Google Trusted Photographer program actually ended in early 2024 , and since then anyone with a Google account can upload 360 photo to Google.

This has made 360 images more widespread and more popular than ever. 

What is GMB vs GBP?

Google changed the name in 2021, from GMB or Google My Business, to GBP or Google Business Profile.

Can you upload the 360 photos to my GBP for me?

Yes, we are happy to upload the 360 photos for you, to your existing GBP. Or if you prefer we can help you to upload the photos yourself. There are advantages to both methods. 

There is no limit to the number of 360 photos, but for practical purposes most small businesses do best with 5 professional 360 photos. Larger spaces may need 20 or more 360 photos. 

360 Panoramas for Booking.com

We can provide beautiful 360 photos of your Hotel, adding them to your Hotel page on Booking.com

Does Booking.com accept 360 photos?

Yes, you can upload 360 panorama photos to your Hotel page on Booking.com . Guests can browse these 360 photos in the normal photo gallery. 

How can I upload 360 Photos to Booking.com?

Login to your existing Hotel profile on Booking.com and go to upload photos. Upload the 360 photos to the section labelled 360 panoramas. We are happy to send you the 360 photos we capture of your Hotel in the correct format and correct file size ready for you to upload. 

How can I get more Guest Bookings?

Guests who view your hotel 360 photos will have a very good idea of the hotel and feel like they have already been there in person. This greatly reduces the chances they will want to book at any other hotel, because they don’t get the same from other hotels who do not have 360 photos.

Can you upload 360 photos to Booking.com for me? 

No, sorry. Only Hotel owners can login to their existing profile and upload the 360 photos. We are happy to provide the photos to you in the correct format and size. 

360 Virtual Tours

360 photos linked together so that customers can easily move through the space.

Can you add a map and custom logo?

Yes, we can create the 360 Virtual Tour for you with a map for easy navigation and add your own logo and custom branding. 

Can you add a video or music?

Yes, we can add a video that will play inside the 360 Virtual Tour for the ultimate immersive experience. 

can you add a custom voice over? 

Yes, we can add a custom recorded voice over that guides the guest through the 360 Virtual Tour.

Can I Host the Files myself?

Yes, we provide the entire 360 Virtual Tour files to you to host on your own web server. There are no subscriptions or hidden costs from our side. 

Social Media and 360 photos

Share your shiny new 360 photos on your social media platforms

Can I publish 360 photos to Facebook?

Yes, you can upload a 360 photo directly to a Facebook post, and Facebook will automatically make it interactive. As followers scroll past the 360 photo it will move around, driving more user interest and engagement. 

Can I publish 360 photos to Instagram?

Instagram does not directly support 360 photos. We recommend that you post a link to your 360 photos, and share that way.

Can I publish 360 photos on LinkedIn?

LinkedIn does not directly support 360 photos. We recommend that you post a link to your 360 photos, and share that way.

CAN I PUBLISH 360 PHOTOS ON TikTok?

TikTok does not directly support 360 photos. We recommend that you post a link to your 360 photos, and share that way.

Our Team

Since 2008 we have been producing world class 360 panoramic images.

John Gore

360 Photographer

Easy going personality with a strong work ethic. Ready for a challenge, ready to serve.

Ané Gore

360 Photographer

With an exceptional eye for detail, all 360 photos are captured and edited to world class standards.