{"id":39893,"date":"2026-04-16T15:41:05","date_gmt":"2026-04-16T20:41:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tamus.edu\/system\/?page_id=39893"},"modified":"2026-04-16T16:15:24","modified_gmt":"2026-04-16T21:15:24","slug":"linking","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.tamus.edu\/system\/linking\/","title":{"rendered":"Linking Policy"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading39893_591454-9e, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading39893_591454-9e[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading39893_591454-9e\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading39893_591454-9e mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading39893_591454-9e[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading39893_591454-9e\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading39893_591454-9e img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading39893_591454-9e[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading39893_591454-9e\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h1 class=\"kt-adv-heading39893_591454-9e wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading39893_591454-9e\">linking policy<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Texas A&amp;M University System provides this linking policy to outline the conditions under which external websites may link to official A&amp;M System websites, as well as the circumstances in which the A&amp;M System may link to external sites. These guidelines ensure compliance with state regulations, uphold information accuracy, and maintain the integrity of the A&amp;M System\u2019s digital presence. The A&amp;M System makes every reasonable effort to comply with the <a href=\"https:\/\/dir.texas.gov\/resource-library-item\/state-website-linking-and-privacy-policy?id=21\">Texas State Website Linking and Privacy Policy<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This policy applies to all websites published under the tamus.edu domain and all officially sanctioned TAMUS subdomains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">linking to A&amp;M system Websites<\/h2>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading39893_e5f26e-f7, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading39893_e5f26e-f7[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading39893_e5f26e-f7\"]{font-size:15px;font-style:normal;font-family:var( --global-body-font-family, inherit );}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading39893_e5f26e-f7 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading39893_e5f26e-f7[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading39893_e5f26e-f7\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading39893_e5f26e-f7 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading39893_e5f26e-f7[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading39893_e5f26e-f7\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading39893_e5f26e-f7 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading39893_e5f26e-f7\"><strong>Permissable Linking<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>External organizations and individuals may link to any publicly available page on an A&amp;M System website without prior permission provided that the link:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"margin-top:-25px\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Does not misrepresent A&amp;M System content or imply endorsement, approval, sponsorship, or affiliation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Does not frame, reproduce, or present A&amp;M System content within another site\u2019s look-and-feel.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Does not use A&amp;M System trademarks, logos, or branding without formal written authorization.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Does not display A&amp;M System content in a misleading or defamatory context.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading39893_e0dcd3-ca, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading39893_e0dcd3-ca[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading39893_e0dcd3-ca\"]{font-size:15px;font-style:normal;font-family:var( --global-body-font-family, inherit );}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading39893_e0dcd3-ca mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading39893_e0dcd3-ca[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading39893_e0dcd3-ca\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading39893_e0dcd3-ca img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading39893_e0dcd3-ca[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading39893_e0dcd3-ca\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading39893_e0dcd3-ca wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading39893_e0dcd3-ca\"><strong>Prohibited Practices<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You may not:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"margin-top:-25px\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use A&amp;M System trademarks, logos, seals, or graphics to create the appearance of endorsement.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Copy or host A&amp;M System content on external servers (\u201cmirroring\u201d) without permission.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Embed A&amp;M System pages within iframes or other embedding tools.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Present links in a way that mislead users about the source or ownership of A&amp;M System content.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading39893_b43e64-b5, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading39893_b43e64-b5[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading39893_b43e64-b5\"]{font-size:15px;font-style:normal;font-family:var( --global-body-font-family, inherit );}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading39893_b43e64-b5 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading39893_b43e64-b5[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading39893_b43e64-b5\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading39893_b43e64-b5 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading39893_b43e64-b5[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading39893_b43e64-b5\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading39893_b43e64-b5 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading39893_b43e64-b5\"><strong>Recommended Link Formats<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When linking to the A&amp;M System, we recommend:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"margin-top:-25px\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Using plain-text URLs or page titles for most links so users know where the link goes. Only using a plain\u2011text URL when the address is short, clear, and easy to read (for example, tamus.edu\/business\/).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Writing link descriptions that accurately represent the destination content.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Linking to full URLs rather than internal file paths that may change.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">linking from a&amp;M system websites<\/h2>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading39893_0dfb18-6b, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading39893_0dfb18-6b[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading39893_0dfb18-6b\"]{font-size:15px;font-style:normal;font-family:var( --global-body-font-family, inherit );}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading39893_0dfb18-6b mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading39893_0dfb18-6b[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading39893_0dfb18-6b\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading39893_0dfb18-6b img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading39893_0dfb18-6b[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading39893_0dfb18-6b\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading39893_0dfb18-6b wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading39893_0dfb18-6b\"><strong>Types of External Links the A&amp;M System May Provide<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The A&amp;M System may link to external websites when the content:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"margin-top:-25px\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Supports the A&amp;M System\u2019s academic, research, administrative, or public-service mission.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provides authoritative governmental, educational, or public-interest information.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Offers tools, resources, or documents necessary for state or federal compliance.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading39893_b4dfae-39, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading39893_b4dfae-39[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading39893_b4dfae-39\"]{font-size:15px;font-style:normal;font-family:var( --global-body-font-family, inherit );}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading39893_b4dfae-39 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading39893_b4dfae-39[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading39893_b4dfae-39\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading39893_b4dfae-39 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading39893_b4dfae-39[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading39893_b4dfae-39\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading39893_b4dfae-39 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading39893_b4dfae-39\"><strong>Restrictions on External Linking<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>To protect users, the A&amp;M System does not link to external sites that:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"margin-top:-25px\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Contain political campaigning, lobbying, or partisan content.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sell products or promote commercial services unless directly related to A&amp;M System operations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Feature inappropriate, offensive, or misleading content.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Require payment or subscription to view state required information.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading39893_39b4b2-d8, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading39893_39b4b2-d8[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading39893_39b4b2-d8\"]{font-size:15px;font-style:normal;font-family:var( --global-body-font-family, inherit );}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading39893_39b4b2-d8 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading39893_39b4b2-d8[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading39893_39b4b2-d8\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading39893_39b4b2-d8 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading39893_39b4b2-d8[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading39893_39b4b2-d8\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading39893_39b4b2-d8 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading39893_39b4b2-d8\"><strong>Disclaimer for External Links<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The A&amp;M System is not responsible for the content, accuracy, security, or accessibility of external websites.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Links to non-A&amp;M System sites:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"margin-top:-25px\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Do not constitute endorsement.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Are provided for informational purposes only.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>May change without notice.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Users leaving an A&amp;M System website are encouraged to review the external site\u2019s privacy, security, and accessibility policies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While the A&amp;M System follows the Texas Administrative Code (TAC) \u00a7206 and \u00a7213, as well as WCAG 2.1 AA standards, external sites linked from A&amp;M System pages are not guaranteed to meet accessibility standards. The A&amp;M System will make reasonable efforts to avoid linking to sites known to be inaccessible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you find a link that is broken, inaccessible, or inappropriate or believe an A&amp;M System website links to your site in a way that is misleading or causes concern, please <a href=\"mailto:websupport@tamus.edu\">report it to the A&amp;M System webmaster<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>linking policy Overview The Texas A&amp;M University System provides this linking policy to outline the conditions under which external websites may link to official A&amp;M System websites, as well as the circumstances in which the A&amp;M System may link to external sites. 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This page outlines responsibilities for fraud risk management, reporting obligations, and the A&amp;M System\u2019s coordinated review process, based&nbsp;on&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/policies.tamus.edu\/10-02.pdf\">System Policy 10.02<\/a>.<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Responsibilities of System Members<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>Management at all levels is responsible for:&nbsp;<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Establishing a tone of zero tolerance for fraud&nbsp;<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Upholding integrity and high ethical standards&nbsp;<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Demonstrating compliance with all applicable laws, policies, regulations, and rules&nbsp;<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Identifying risks inherent within their areas and maintaining appropriate internal controls to protect A&amp;M System resources<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Responsibilities of All Employees<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>All employees must:&nbsp;<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Use System resources appropriately and conduct themselves ethically&nbsp;<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and System rules&nbsp;<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Promptly report suspected fraud when observed or brought to their attention&nbsp;<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Responsibilities of the Chief Auditor<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The System\u2019s Chief Auditor is responsible for:&nbsp;<\/p>\n<!-- \/wp:paragraph -->\n\n<!-- wp:list -->\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Reviewing, documenting, and reporting allegations of suspected fraud&nbsp;<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item -->\n\n<!-- wp:list-item -->\n<li>Maintaining confidentiality to the extent permitted by law<\/li>\n<!-- \/wp:list-item --><\/ul>\n<!-- \/wp:list -->\n\n<!-- wp:heading -->\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fraud Review Process<\/h2>\n<!-- \/wp:heading -->\n\n<!-- wp:paragraph -->\n<p>The Chancellor ensures the System uses all required resources to conduct coordinated and comprehensive reviews of alleged fraud. 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