A Portal is a theoretical doorway or transition point between our physical dimension and the spiritual or astral realms. Unlike a vortex, which is an energy anomaly, a portal is believed to be a functional ‘gate’ that spirits use to enter and exit our world. These are often reported in locations with long, dark histories or in areas where significant spiritual rituals have been performed.

Investigators look for signs of a portal when a location has a high ‘turnover’ of different spirits rather than just one or two consistent entities. If new voices and figures are constantly being reported, it may suggest that the location is a crossing point. Closing a portal is often a central goal for those looking to end a haunting, as it stops the ‘flow’ of new entities into the space.