Government of India

Hyperlinking Policy

This Hyperlinking Policy outlines the guidelines and terms for creating links to and from the official website of CGST & Customs, Thiruvananthapuram Zone. This policy governs both inbound links (links to our website) and outbound links (links from our website to other sites).

Linking to Our Website

Permission to Link

Generally, you do not need prior permission to link to pages on our website, provided that:

• The link does not portray CGST & Customs, Thiruvananthapuram Zone or its services in a false, misleading, derogatory, or otherwise offensive manner
• You do not use our content in a way that suggests an official partnership, endorsement, or affiliation without explicit permission
• The link does not violate any applicable laws or regulations
• The linking site does not contain content that is unlawful, threatening, defamatory, obscene, or otherwise objectionable

Preferred Linking Methods

When linking to our website, we recommend:

• Linking directly to specific, relevant pages rather than just the homepage
• Using descriptive link text that accurately describes the destination content
• Ensuring links open in the same window unless there’s a specific user experience reason to open in a new window
• Regularly checking and updating links to ensure they remain functional

Prohibited Linking Practices

The following linking practices are prohibited:

• Framing or embedding our content within other websites in a way that obscures the source
• Using our content or links for commercial purposes without explicit permission
• Creating misleading or deceptive links
• Linking from sites that contain illegal, harmful, or inappropriate content
• Using automated systems to create bulk links

Links from Our Website

External Link Policy

CGST & Customs, Thiruvananthapuram Zone may provide links to external websites for informational purposes. These links are provided as a convenience and do not constitute an endorsement of the linked site or its content.

Disclaimer for External Links

When following links to external websites:

• We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or availability of external sites
• External sites may have different privacy policies and terms of use
• We do not monitor or control external site content
• Users access external links at their own risk

Link Maintenance

We regularly review external links to ensure they remain appropriate and functional. However, we cannot guarantee that all external links will always be current or working.

Government and Official Links

Links to other government websites, official portals, and authorized partner sites are provided to facilitate access to related services and information. These links are carefully selected and maintained.

Link Removal Requests

If you believe that a link on our website is inappropriate or if you wish to request removal of a link to your website, please contact us through our official channels with:

• The URL of the page containing the link in question
• The specific link you’re concerned about
• The reason for your request
• Your contact information for follow-up

Reciprocal Linking

CGST & Customs, Thiruvananthapuram Zone does not automatically engage in reciprocal linking arrangements. All external links are evaluated based on their relevance and value to our website visitors.

Changes to Linking Policy

This Hyperlinking Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updated versions will be posted on this website.

Contact Information

For questions about this Hyperlinking Policy or to report problematic links, please contact CGST & Customs, Thiruvananthapuram Zone through our official contact channels.

Last updated: September 2025