What is a canonical tag?
A canonical tag tells search engines which page URL is the master version when duplicate or similar content exists.
- Prevents duplicate content penalties
- Consolidates ranking signals
- Improves crawl efficiency
Canonical Tag Generator
Create canonical URLs to avoid duplicate content issues.
Generate canonical tags
Use a canonical tag to signal the preferred page version to search engines.
Output
Best usage
- Set canonical tags on duplicate pages
- Use absolute URLs in the href attribute
- Point to the preferred content version
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I use canonical tags?
Use them when the same or very similar content appears on multiple URLs to avoid splitting ranking power.
Can canonical tags fix duplicate content?
Yes, they help search engines understand which page should be indexed and ranked.
Should canonical tags point to self?
Yes, each page can use a self-referential canonical tag if it is the primary version.