What is the difference between /templates and /projects/new?
Last updated: 7/10/2026
/templates is the browse/marketing gallery; /projects/new is the authenticated creation wizard.
Templates vs projects/new
/templates showcases templates. /projects/new runs Create New Tour steps after you pick a template.
Compare routes
/templates (browse) >>> Use Template >>> /projects/new (wizard)
Prerequisites: Browse: none; create: signed in.
Step 1. Browse
/templates or Choose Your Template on /projects/new.
Preview template video before selecting.
Step 2. Select
Use This Template.
Creates project → /projects/new?project=...&step=required_information.
Key points to consider
/templates for discovery; wizard always at /projects/new.
Mistakes to avoid
Expecting to upload photos on /templates — that happens on step 2 of /projects/new.
Browse on /templates; build the tour on /projects/new.
Tags
video generation
tour creation
templates