Rules and Guidelines

Multiple accounts are not generally permitted. If you need to have multiple accounts, please email contact us explaining why. HTP reserves the right to delete multiple accounts without explanation - all posts relating to the multiple account will be lost and the original account may be suspended.

HTP does not usually permit username changes. You are therefore advised to choose wisely. If you have a good reason why you should contact us about changing it.   Read more . . .

It is explicitly not our Policy to monitor Private Messages (PMs) between site members. However our Private Message system should not be automatically assumed to be private. It is a condition of use of the Private Message system that you consent to such access being monitored by authorised HTP Staff in the following exceptional circumstances:  Read more . . .

• Investigations into alleged or suspected unlawful behaviour, criminal or civil action and for the purpose of grievances.
• Where required by regulatory or investigatory bodies empowered to request such monitoring.

We do allow you to use your own avatars on this site. However you should be respectful of other users and adhere to the following guidelines:

• Maximum image size is 85x85 pixels
• Maximum file size is 30k
• Should not contain links
• Does not contain offensive or inappropriate content
• Animations are OK so long as they are not annoying or overly distracting

Please ensure that any signature you use on this site conforms to the following guidelines:

• No more than 3 lines
• Only 2 links per signature
• No blatant advertising - links to your site are fine but no ads
• No animations
• Does not contain links to inappropriate websites
• Follows all other forum rules