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Become a PortLocal for your port
PortLocals runs on people who know their port. You know which ship is coming in, where to eat well at the quay, and what is going on. Share it – with your name attached.
- Manage your portYou are the face of your port on PortLocals. Your name will be displayed on the port page.
- Post local newsSpecial ship, new quay, or waterfront event? You write the news for your port.
- Manage the port guideAdd, edit, or remove restaurants, hotels, taxis, and ship suppliers.
- Photos with your nameUpload your ship photos. You will always be credited as the photographer on the site and our social media.
- Smart assistanceWe recognize the ship, tugs, date, and destination, and suggest the text for you.
- Read worldwideYour posts are automatically translated into 12 languages and shared on Instagram, Facebook, and Bluesky.
How it works
- Create a free account. Your email address will never be shown.
- Sign up for your port. Briefly describe your connection to the port.
- We approve your application. Usually within a day. A port can have multiple PortLocals.
- Get started. In your dashboard, you can post news, manage the port guide, and submit photos.
Your name is displayed on the port page and with every photo and post you share.
Sign up
Create a free account first, or log in if you are already a member. Then come back here to sign up.
Just submitting photos, or a company?
You don't have to be a PortLocal to participate. Anyone with an account can submit ship photos and will be listed as the photographer. Submit photos →
Shipping company? Claim your company page and share your own news. For shipping companies →