DINA's Linking Policy

The Development Information Network of Arkansas (DINA) is the online extension of the UALR Institute for Economic Advancement. DINA receives over 80,000 visitors a month and offers links to external websites in a number of places. This policy applies to websites wanting a link from any page contained within the dina.org domain and under the exclusive control of DINA. This policy does not apply to websites within the dina.org domain but are under the control of a third party.

Businesses Online

The Arkansas Businesses Online list is an open list of businesses that are headquartered in Arkansas or have significant business operations within the state. A reciprocal link is not mandatory but recommended.

Participating Communities

A site wishing to be a participating community must meet all of the requirements for content and construction specified in the About DINA section of this website. In addition, the site must be of a non-commercial nature and must provide valuable and reliable information about the community. A reciprocal link to DINA is required for every participating community.

Participating Organizations and Regions

Participating organizations and regions must provide valuable and reliable information and may be of a commercial nature. A reciprocal link to DINA is required for every participating organization or regional site.

Cities, Chambers of Commerce, Governments, and Associations

Any qualifying may receive a link from any of these sections free of charge. Sites in these categories are not required to meet any of the requirements for participating in DINA, however, the construction requirements are highly recommended. A reciprocal link is not mandatory but recommended.

Reserved Rights

DINA reserves the right to review the content of all linked websites at the time of the request and at any time thereafter. If at any time a linked site has violated this agreement, DINA may de-activate or remove the link.

DINA reserves the right to refuse to link to any site whose content may be deemed offensive or any site which knowingly violates any applicable copyright laws pertaining to electronic publications.