Hyperlink Policy

Last Updated: August 30, 2025

1. Purpose & Scope

This Hyperlink Policy outlines Scrollwell’s approach to hyperlinks that appear on our official website (www.scrollwell.com) and within content published under Scrollwell 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 Scrollwell to third-party websites (“External Sites”).
Inbound links from third-party websites to Scrollwell content.

This Policy applies to:

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

2. Definitions & Official Scrollwell Domains

2.1 Definitions

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

2.2 Official Scrollwell Domains (Internal Properties)

The following are official Scrollwell properties and are considered internal links (not subject to External Site disclaimers):

scrollwell.com (primary domain)
scrollwell.com/corporate
aischool.scrollwell.com
link.scrollwell.com
leap.scrollwell.com

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

Scrollwell 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 Scrollwell.

3.3 Liability & Accuracy

Scrollwell does not control External Sites and cannot guarantee the accuracy, completeness, or timeliness of their content. Users access these sites at their own risk. Scrollwell 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 Scrollwell domains may open in the same tab or a new tab, based on editorial or UX decisions.

4. Special Guidelines for Scrollwell Plus Content

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

Jobs, Fellowships, Grants: Links usually lead to official application pages on External Sites. Scrollwell 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. Scrollwell is not responsible for event management, registrations, cancellations, or refunds.
Tools & Guides: Links to third-party tools or resources are for informational purposes only. Scrollwell 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. Scrollwell is not responsible for their editorial accuracy.

5. What We Will Link To

Scrollwell 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, Scrollwell 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.

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

7. Affiliate Links & Disclosure

Scrollwell 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 Scrollwell 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 Scrollwell)

We welcome links to Scrollwell, subject to these conditions:

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

Scrollwell may request removal of links that violate these terms.

9. Link Integrity, Audits & Maintenance

Scrollwell 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@scrollwell.com.

10. Content Removal & Takedown Requests

If you believe a link published by Scrollwell violates the law or this Policy, please email info@scrollwell.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

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

12. Contact Information

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