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Canonical Tag Generator
Canonical URL generator. Normalize a URL, strip query strings/fragments, and generate a copy-paste link rel=canonical tag.
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Canonical URL & canonical tag generator
Generate a normalized canonical URL and a copy‑paste <link rel="canonical"> tag. Canonicals help search engines understand which URL is the “main” version when you have duplicates (e.g. tracking parameters, filters, or multiple routes to the same content).
How to use
- Paste the page URL.
- Choose your normalization rules (strip query strings, force https, trailing slash policy).
- Copy the canonical URL or the full tag into your page’s <head>.
Common use cases
- Remove UTM parameters and session IDs from the canonical
- Normalize www/non‑www and http/https
- Pick a consistent trailing slash format
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a canonical tag?
A canonical tag (
<link rel="canonical">) tells search engines which version of a page is the preferred or original one. It's essential when you have similar content on multiple URLs, like product pages with filters, print versions, or mobile/desktop variants.When should I use canonical tags?
Use canonical tags when: you have duplicate or near-duplicate content across multiple URLs, your site has both www and non-www versions, you use URL parameters that don't change content (like tracking codes), or you syndicate content to other sites and want to claim authorship.
Does this tool clean the URL?
Yes. The tool normalizes your URL by: converting to lowercase, removing query parameters (like
?id=123), removing fragments (like #section), and standardizing the format. This creates a clean canonical URL suitable for search engines.Where do I put the canonical tag?
Place the generated
<link> tag in the <head> section of your HTML document. It should appear on every page that might have duplicate versions, pointing to the preferred URL.Can I self-reference with canonical tags?
Yes, and you should. A self-referencing canonical tag (pointing to its own URL) is recommended even when there are no duplicates. It protects against URL parameter variations and syndication issues. Every page should have a canonical tag.