Indexing
Canonical and Indexability Checker
A canonical works best when the rest of the site agrees with it. Check the rendered page, then make internal links, sitemap entries, redirects, and preferred URLs point in the same direction.
Run the check
No signup. Be considerate when checking websites you do not own.
Checking the public page…
What this tool helps you see
- Review canonical and robots directives together
- See final status, title, and main heading
- Catch redirects or inaccessible preferred URLs early
How to use the result
- Enter the exact URL Google can crawl.
- Compare the canonical with the final fetched URL.
- Align internal links and the sitemap with the preferred page.
A checker can show evidence, but it cannot know your business intent. Confirm that every change still makes the page clearer and more useful for the person who searched.
Frequently asked questions
Is a canonical tag a command?
It is a strong hint. Search engines may select another URL when redirects, links, content, or sitemap signals disagree.
Should a canonical point to a redirect?
No. Point directly to the final indexable URL.
Can a page be both noindex and canonical?
It can, but the signals express different goals and can be confusing. Use one clear indexing strategy for the page.