If you're a property manager, your time is precious—and nothing helps you lease units faster like a well-placed virtual tour inside your AppFolio listing. 📸
This in-depth handbook is your go-to resource for uploading, embedding, and optimizing virtual tours in AppFolio — whether you're using CloudPano, Matterport, or any other tour platform. 💼
Gone are the days when static photos sealed the deal. Today’s renters expect interactive 360° virtual tours — and the data proves it.
📊 Benefits of virtual tours:
Before you start, have these ready:
Need help preparing your tour? Check 👉 Uploading Virtual Tours to AppFolio Made Easy: A Beginner’s Guide
This is your property manager’s blueprint to getting a tour into AppFolio — fast.
Start by logging into your AppFolio account. Navigate to your Listings section.
Click on the unit or building you want to update. Then choose Edit Listing under the Marketing or Description section.
Scroll until you find a field labeled “Virtual Tour Link,” “Tour URL,” or similar. This is where your 360° magic goes. ✨
Paste the public tour link you copied from your tour platform.
Example:
https://www.cloudpano.com/tours/sample-property-tour
Want to add more than just one tour? Learn how 👉 Complete Guide to Adding 360° Tours in AppFolio Listings
Click Save and view the live listing to ensure your tour link displays correctly.
Some AppFolio templates show a “View Virtual Tour” button, while others hyperlink the text.
Uploading multiple tours weekly? Stop wasting time doing it manually.
Automatically upload tours from a shared spreadsheet into AppFolio using Zapier.
Setup tutorial 👉 Automating Virtual Tour Uploads with Zapier + AppFolio
Use CloudPano’s Auto-Embed Tool to sync and display virtual tours across listings automatically.
More details 👉 CloudPano Auto-Embed Tool for AppFolio
All AppFolio needs is a public link! Here are top options:
👉 Want to include media beyond tours? Check out How to Embed Floor Plans, Videos, and 3D Tours in AppFolio
Here’s what real property managers see when they add tours:
Want to learn how to take this even further? 👉 How to Use AI Video to Sell Rental Units Faster
Tour link not showing?
✅ Ensure it starts with https://
✅ Make sure the tour isn’t password-protected
✅ Clear browser cache and try again
Need multiple tours per unit?
Use a custom landing page or a white-labeled video landing solution
By following this handbook, you’ve now got the full toolkit to add virtual tours in AppFolio with confidence. 💪
Whether you’re uploading one unit or automating hundreds, virtual tours give you the competitive edge you need to lease faster, attract more qualified leads, and improve your bottom line.
Compact, ready to go anywhere
Interchangeable lens that’s upgradeable
Dual 1-inch sensors for improved clarity and low light performance
Dynamic range and 6K 360° capture
360° photo resolution at 21MP
8K 360° video recording for ultra-detailed visuals.
4K single-lens mode for traditional wide-angle shots.
Invisible selfie stick effect for drone-like perspectives.
2.5-inch touchscreen with Gorilla Glass protection.
Waterproof up to 33ft for underwater shooting.
360° photo resolution in 23MP
Slim design at 24 mm thick
Built-in image stabilization for smooth video capture.
Internal 19GB storage for photo and video storage.
Wireless connectivity for remote control and sharing.
60MP 360° still images for high-resolution photography.
5.7K 360° video recording at 30fps.
2.25-inch touchscreen for intuitive control.
USB Type-C port for fast charging and data transfer.
MicroSD card slot for expandable storage.
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