Hyperlinking Policy

1. Purpose

The Hyperlinking Policy establishes guidelines for linking to and from the Sophisticated Analytical Instrument Center (SAIC) website (saiciasst.in) to ensure appropriate, ethical, and secure linking practices.

2. Scope

This policy applies to all hyperlinks present on the SAIC website, including those pointing to external sites, as well as third-party sites linking to SAIC.

3. Guidelines for Outbound Links

• Links must point to reputable and relevant sources that align with SAIC’s mission and research objectives.
• External links should be reviewed periodically for accuracy and availability.
• Links to commercial sites should be avoided unless they provide significant value to SAIC users.
• All outbound links should open in a new browser tab or window.

4. Guidelines for Inbound Links

• Third-party sites may link to SAIC’s homepage or specific content pages with prior permission.
• Links should not suggest an endorsement or affiliation unless officially authorized.
• SAIC reserves the right to request the removal of any link deemed inappropriate or misleading.

5. Broken Links Management

SAIC will conduct periodic audits to identify and rectify broken or outdated links. Users are encouraged to report broken links via the contact form.

6. Disclaimer

SAIC is not responsible for the content, reliability, or security of external websites linked from its platform. Users should exercise discretion while accessing third-party links.

7. Policy Review

This policy will be reviewed annually and updated as necessary to align with best practices and institutional requirements.