Welcome to the official website of the City of Portsmouth’s website (the "Website"). This Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) outlines the rules and guidelines for the use of our Website. By accessing or using the Website, you agree to comply with this AUP.

Prohibited Activities

Users of the Website are prohibited from engaging in the following activities:

Unauthorized Access: Attempting to access, modify, or tamper with information, accounts, or systems for which you do not have authorization.

Malicious Activity: Engaging in any activities that may harm, interfere with, or disrupt the Website, including the introduction of viruses, malware, or any other harmful code.

Illegal Activities: Using the Website for any illegal or unauthorized purpose, including but not limited to violating intellectual property rights, distributing illegal content, or engaging in activities that infringe upon the rights of others.

Harassment and Abuse: Engaging in any form of harassment, abuse, or threatening behavior towards other users, municipal staff, or any third parties.

False Information: Providing false or misleading information when using the Website, including but not limited to impersonating others or providing inaccurate contact details.

Violation of Privacy: Violating the privacy of others, including unauthorized access to personal information or the distribution of sensitive information without consent.

Content Guidelines

Respectful Communication: Users are expected to communicate respectfully and professionally. Hate speech, discriminatory language, and any form of communication that may be offensive or harmful are strictly prohibited.

Lawful Content: Users must ensure that any content they post or share on the Website is lawful, does not infringe upon the rights of others, and complies with applicable laws and regulations.

Consequences of Violation

Violation of this AUP may result in the suspension or termination of access to the Website. The municipality reserves the right to take appropriate legal action for any unauthorized use or violation of this policy.

Reporting Violations

If you become aware of any violations of this AUP, please report them to info@cityofportsmouth.com.

Changes to This Acceptable Use Policy

We may update this AUP from time to time. Any changes will be effective immediately upon posting on this page. Please review this AUP periodically for changes.

Last Updated: 12.11.2023