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Canonical URL

Last Updated: February 27th, 2024
What is a Canonical URL? A Canonical URL is the definitive URL for content that appears in multiple places. It's essential for consolidating link equity and avoiding SEO penalties for duplicate content. Benefits of Using Canonical URLs: By specifying a canonical URL, you ensure that search engines consolidate link equity to the preferred URL, enhancing its authority and improving its search ranking. This practice also helps avoid potential penalties associated with duplicate content.

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