MC&FP Websites

When developing content for Military Community and Family Policy websites and applications, there is an additional set of guidelines to follow. Web writers should follow style guidelines for general MC&FP writing. They should also note the following suggestions for using hyperlinks and URLs and writing appropriately for the web.

It is important to be aware of the standards and guidelines for URL approval. Not all URLs are acceptable. Follow the guidelines below:

  • If a URL ends in .gov, .mil or Fed.us, you can use it in your writing.
  • If a URL does not end in one of the three approved endings above, ask yourself: Is this link required to fulfill the mission and intended purpose of this document? If the answer is no, do not use the link. If the answer is yes, you will have to submit the link for approval before using it.
  • Please note that all URLs that do not meet the criteria above must go through the link vetting process. You can submit a link via the Link Vetting Application.
  • If the URL does not end in one of the three approved endings, consider providing the necessary information without directly linking to the site.

Below is a list of approved URLs for your use:

Military OneSource: https://www.militaryonesource.mil

Plan My Move: https://planmymove.militaryonesource.mil

Plan My Deployment: https://planmydeployment.militaryonesource.mil

MilitaryINSTALLATIONS: https://installations.militaryonesource.mil

Military State Policy Source: https://statepolicy.militaryonesource.mil

Education Directory for Children With Special Needs: http://apps.militaryonesource.mil/efmp/directory

Spouse Education and Career Opportunitieshttps://myseco.militaryonesource.mil

Military Spouse Employment Partnershiphttps://msepjobs.militaryonesource.mil/msep/

My Career Advancement Account Scholarship Programhttps://mycaa.militaryonesource.mil/mycaa

MilLife Learninghttps://millifelearning.militaryonesource.mil

Blog Brigadehttps://blog-brigade.militaryonesource.mil

Department of Defense Education Activity: http://www.dodea.edu

Defense Commissary Agencyhttps://www.commissaries.com

Army and Air Force Exchange Service: https://www.shopmyexchange.com

Marine Corps Exchange: https://usmc-mccs.org/services/retail/marine-corps-exchange

Navy Exchange: https://www.mynavyexchange.com

Armed Forces Retirement Home: http://www.afrh.gov