Canonical Tag Generator
Enter the preferred (canonical) URL of your page to instantly generate the correct rel=canonical tag.
Your Canonical Tag
What is a canonical tag?
A rel=canonical tag tells search engines which version of a URL is the "master" copy when the same or very similar content is accessible through multiple URLs — such as with and without tracking parameters, HTTP vs HTTPS, or www vs non-www versions.
How to use the Canonical Tag Generator
- Decide which URL you want search engines to treat as the primary version of the page.
- Enter the full, absolute URL (including https://) into the box above.
- Copy the generated <link rel="canonical"> tag and paste it into the <head> of every duplicate or variant page.
When canonical tags are essential
Use canonical tags for e-commerce filter/sort URLs, paginated content, printer-friendly page versions, and content syndicated across multiple domains, so link equity consolidates onto a single preferred URL.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should every page have a canonical tag, even unique pages?
Yes, it is good practice for every page to self-reference with a canonical tag pointing to its own URL. This removes ambiguity even if no duplicate exists yet.
Does a canonical tag redirect users?
No, it is only a signal to search engines about indexing preference. It does not redirect or change what a visitor sees in their browser.
What happens if I set the wrong canonical URL?
Search engines may consolidate ranking signals to the wrong page, or your intended page might drop out of the index in favour of the incorrectly canonicalised one.
Can I use a canonical tag across different domains?
Yes, cross-domain canonical tags are supported and commonly used for syndicated content to credit the original source.
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