sekundlänk

A sekundlänk, which translates to "secondary link" in English, is a concept used in various fields, primarily in information architecture, web design, and library science, to describe a link that is not part of the primary navigation or main content of a page or document. These links are typically subordinate to the primary navigational elements and serve a supporting or supplementary role.

In the context of a website, sekundlänkar might appear in footers, sidebars, or within the body text as contextual references. They often provide access to less frequently needed information, such as contact details, sitemaps, privacy policies, terms of service, or related articles. Their purpose is to offer additional pathways for users to explore content without cluttering the main navigation, which is usually reserved for the most important sections of a site.

In library science, the term could refer to a reference that points to another source, but is not the primary or most authoritative citation. The distinction emphasizes a hierarchy of importance and discoverability for information. The key characteristic of a sekundlänk is its secondary status, meaning it is accessible but not the most direct or prominent route to crucial information. This design choice aims to improve user experience by organizing information logically and making it easier to find both primary and supplementary content.