In this article, we’ll be covering how to strategically save a Matterport virtual tour on your account. We all know that one of the most annoying things about Matterport is the expensive hosting fees and the lack of spaces that you get with each plan.
What if I told you that you were able to save so many more spaces each month, and that your clients would become even more excited to do business with you with these tactics? Pretty amazing right? Right. Let’s get started.
Strategies to Save Matterport Virtual Tours
Create Your Client Their Own FREE Matterport Account
- Tour MUST be shot on a Matterport Pro 2
- Tour must be condensed to only one model
- Lots of opportunity to upsell
Create a Matterport BIM File
- Under Tour settings, order BIM file
- Can Upload to multiple platforms
- You can archive model and still use BIM file that’s downloaded
Use Third Party Software to Replicate Matterport
- Tour will still have a dollhouse feature, will be even cleaner to be honest
- Tour will be 1/10 cheaper than Matterport, prices start at $4 USD per pano
- Tour will be completed in roughly 2-3 business days
Use these 3 steps to provide better value for your clients. They will significantly trust you more, and will continue to use you in the future as their main Matterport provider.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Saving Matterport Tours
How can I reduce Matterport hosting fees?
You can reduce Matterport hosting fees by utilizing strategies like creating free Matterport accounts for your clients, generating BIM files that can be used across multiple platforms, and exploring third-party software for tour replication which offers significantly lower pricing.
What is a Matterport BIM file and how can it save me money?
A Matterport BIM file is a digital representation of your tour that can be ordered through tour settings. It allows you to upload your tour to multiple platforms and you can archive the original model while still retaining the ability to use the downloaded BIM file, offering cost-saving flexibility.
Are there alternatives to Matterport for creating virtual tours?
Yes, third-party software like Metareal can replicate Matterport tours. These alternatives often offer features like a clean dollhouse view and are significantly cheaper, with prices starting at $4 USD per pano.
What are the benefits of creating a free Matterport account for clients?
Creating a free Matterport account for your clients allows you to save more spaces each month and can increase their excitement to do business with you, adding value to your services.
What are the requirements for a tour to be placed on a client’s free Matterport account?
For a tour to be placed on a client’s free Matterport account, it must be shot on a Matterport Pro 2 camera and condensed to only one model. This also presents opportunities for upselling services.
How long does it take to complete a virtual tour using third-party software?
Using third-party software to replicate Matterport tours typically takes around 2-3 business days to complete.
