Hyperlink Policy

Last Updated: August 30, 2025

1. Purpose & Scope

This Hyperlink Policy outlines Japture’s approach to hyperlinks that appear on our official website (www.japture.com) and within content published under Japture Plus (including Careers, Conferences, Events, Contests, FDPs, Fellowships, Grants, Guides, Jobs, News, Our Work, Press Releases, Research, Tools, and Updates).

It governs:

  • Outbound links from Japture to third-party websites (“External Sites”).
  • Inbound links from third-party websites to Japture content.

This Policy applies to:

  • All users of Japture .
  • All content published by Japture .
  • All official Japture domains and subdomains (listed in Section 2).

2. Definitions & Official Japture Domains

2.1 Definitions

  • External Site: Any website, page, or service not owned or controlled by Japture .
  • Affiliate Link: A link containing tracking information that allows Japture to receive a commission or referral fee when a user completes a qualifying action.
  • Japture Plus Content: Curated editorial content published under Japture premium or thematic channels.

2.2 Official Japture Domains (Internal Properties)

Below is official Japture property and is considered internal links (not subject to External Site disclaimers):

  • Japture.com (primary domain)

Outbound links from these domains to External Sites follow the practices outlined in this Policy.

3. Outbound Links (Links to Other Websites)

3.1 Purpose

Japture includes outbound links to provide additional, relevant, and complementary information for our users.

3.2 No Endorsement

A link to any External Site does not imply endorsement, sponsorship, approval, or partnership by Japture .

3.3 Liability & Accuracy

Japture does not control External Sites and cannot guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of their content. Users access these sites at their own risk. Japture disclaims all liability for damages arising from their use.

3.4 User Responsibility

Users should review the Terms of Service, privacy policy, and other relevant information of an External Site before interacting with it (e.g., applying for jobs, grants, fellowships, or event registrations).

3.5 Technical Behavior

  • External links usually open in a new tab/window for user convenience.
  • Internal links between Japture domains may open in the same tab or a new tab, based on editorial or UX decisions.

4. Special Guidelines for Japture Plus Content

Because Japture Plus consolidates opportunities and resources, the following clarifications apply:

  • Jobs, Fellowships, Grants: Links usually lead to official application pages on External Sites. Japture is not the employer or granting authority and is not responsible for eligibility, deadlines, or selection outcomes.
  • Events, Conferences, Contests, FDPs: Links direct users to the organizer’s official site. Japture is not responsible for event management, registrations, cancellations, or refunds.
  • Tools & Guides: Links to third-party tools or resources are for informational purposes only. Japture does not guarantee their functionality, pricing, or security.
  • News, Research, Press Releases, Updates: Links to external reporting or research are included for context and attribution. Japture is not responsible for their editorial accuracy.

5. What We Will Link To

Japture strives to link only to External Sites that are:

  • Relevant – directly related to the content and useful to our readers.
  • Credible – produced by reliable and authoritative sources.
  • Secure – accessible over HTTPS whenever possible.

6. What We Will Not Link To

To ensure a safe and positive user experience, Japture avoids linking to sites that contain or promote:

  • Hate speech or discriminatory material.
  • Pornographic or sexually explicit content.
  • Misinformation or fabricated claims.
  • Illegal activities.
  • Malware, phishing, or fraudulent practices.
  • Unsafe, unmoderated forums with harmful content.

Japture reserves full discretion to determine whether a site falls into these categories.

7. Affiliate Links & Disclosure

Japture may participate in affiliate or referral programs. When affiliate links are used:

  • Their presence will be clearly disclosed on the page or post.
  • Clicking an affiliate link may result in a commission for Japture at no extra cost to the user.
  • Editorial judgment remains independent of affiliate relationships.

Example disclosure language is provided in Appendix B.

8. Inbound Links (Linking to Japture )

We welcome links to Japture , subject to these conditions:

  • You may link to our homepage, public articles, or Japture Plus posts, provided it does not imply endorsement without prior written consent.
  • You must not reproduce, frame, or misrepresent Japture content as part of another site.
  • Links must be lawful and must not harm Japture’s reputation.

Japture may request removal of links that violate these terms.

9. Link Integrity, Audits & Maintenance

  • Japture conducts periodic link audits but cannot guarantee that all links remain active or unchanged.
  • Time-sensitive listings (e.g., jobs, events, grants) may expire or move.
  • Users may report broken or outdated links to info@Japture.com.

10. Content Removal & Takedown Requests

If you believe a link published by Japture violates the law or this Policy, please email info@Japture.com with full details, including:

  • The page URL.
  • The linked content.
  • The nature of your concern.

We will review legitimate complaints promptly and take appropriate action.

11. Changes to This Policy

Japture may update this Hyperlink Policy periodically. Material updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. Continued use of Japture after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Policy.

12. Contact Information

For general inquiries, reports of broken links, or policy concerns, contact:
info@Japture.com