Canonical URL Generator

Generate canonical URL tags for your pages. Prevent duplicate content issues and consolidate link equity with properly formatted canonical tags.

How to Use

  1. Enter your page URL
  2. Configure URL preferences
  3. Generate canonical tag
  4. Add to page head section

About Canonical URLs


Canonical tags tell search engines which URL version is the "official" one when the same content exists at multiple URLs. This is essential for preventing duplicate content issues.

Common duplicate scenarios include HTTP vs HTTPS, www vs non-www, trailing slashes, URL parameters, and paginated content. Each needs proper canonical handling.

Self-referencing canonicals (pointing to the same page) are a best practice. They reinforce the preferred URL even when no duplicates exist.

Cross-domain canonicals can consolidate content syndicated across multiple domains, though search engines may not always honor them.

FAQ

What is a canonical URL?
A canonical URL is the preferred version of a page when the same content exists at multiple URLs.
Should every page have a canonical tag?
Yes, self-referencing canonicals are a best practice for all indexable pages.
Can canonicals point to different domains?
Yes, cross-domain canonicals exist, but search engines may not always honor them.
What happens if canonicals conflict?
Search engines will make their own determination. Ensure all signals (canonicals, internal links, sitemaps) align.
Do canonicals pass link equity?
Yes, canonical tags help consolidate link equity to the preferred URL version.