Canonical & Redirect
Auditor
Audit canonical URLs and redirect chains for better SEO. Identify redirect loops and canonical conflicts automatically.
Canonical URLs & Redirects Explained
Learn how canonical URLs and redirect chains impact SEO, crawl efficiency, and user experience for better search engine optimization.
Key Concepts
π·οΈ Canonical URLs
Specify the preferred version of duplicate or similar pages to prevent content dilution and consolidate ranking signals.
π 301 Redirects
Permanent redirects that pass link equity and tell search engines the content has moved permanently.
π 302 Redirects
Temporary redirects that may not pass full link equity and indicate content will return to original location.
β οΈ Redirect Chains
Multiple redirects in sequence slow down crawling and can cause link equity loss through dilution.
How Our Canonical & Redirect Auditor Helps
- β Chain Analysis: Follow complete redirect paths and identify optimization opportunities
- β Canonical Validation: Check for proper canonical implementation and conflicts
- β Loop Detection: Identify circular redirect patterns that break user experience
- β SEO Optimization: Get specific recommendations for better crawl efficiency
π‘ Pro Tip
Keep redirect chains under 3 hops and use 301 redirects for permanent moves. Self-referencing canonical tags help prevent duplicate content issues and improve crawl clarity.