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Canonical Tag Checker

Inspect the canonical tags of any URL and detect conflicts, chains and self-references.

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About this tool

Fetch any URL and see every canonical signal: the <link rel="canonical"> tag, og:url, and whether the canonical is self-referencing, points elsewhere, is missing, or is duplicated with conflicting values — each condition explained with a recommended fix.

How to use the Canonical Tag Checker

  1. Enter the URL to inspect.
  2. Review the detected canonical(s) and status verdict.
  3. Fix conflicts so every page has exactly one correct canonical.

Frequently asked questions

Should every page have a canonical tag?

Yes — a self-referencing canonical on unique pages prevents parameter and duplicate issues.

Is canonical a directive?

No, it is a strong hint. Google can choose a different canonical if signals conflict.