Correction of canonization problems for your Google site

Use the URL testing tool to find out which page Google considers canonical. Even if you clearly indicated the canonical page, Google can choose another canonical link for various reasons, for example, due to the quality of the content. Before eliminating problems, think about whether the chosen Google canonical link can be more suitable for users who come from the search for Google.

The main problems with the canonization of your site in Google

There are several reasons why the selected canonical link may differ from your preferable. The most common problems:

Language options without localized annotations for your Google website

If you have several sites with almost identical content localized for users in different countries, it is important to follow recommendations for localized sites. For example, if you have different sites for English -speaking users in the USA, Great Britain and Australia, but content is the same, adding hreflang annotations to your pages will help you see the right pages when searching for Google.

Inappropriate canonical elements on your Google website

Some content management systems (CMS) or plugins can incorrectly use canonicalization methods, indicating unwanted URLs. Check yours using your browser developer tools to make sure of this. If your site indicates an unexpected canonical link, for example, through improper use Rel = "Canonical" or 3xx redirect, refer to your CMS supplier and report the problem.

Incorrectly configured servers in Google

Some mistakes in the hosting settings can lead to an unexpected selection of URL from another domain. For example:

• The server may be incorrectly configured to return the content with Example.com by request from the URL with Other.example.
• Two independent web servers can return identical pages 404 that Google does not recognize as erroneous. If you notice this, contact your hosting provider.

Malicious Hacking on your Google website

Some attacks on websites insert a code that HTTP3XX redirect performs or inserts a cross-domain annotation Rel = "Canonical" in or http heading, usually indicating a URL containing malicious or spam content. In such cases, Google algorithms can choose this malicious URL instead of the one indicated on your site.

Sindicated content on your Google website

To prevent content duplication with syndication partners, it is not recommended to use an element of canonical link. The most effective solution is to block the indexing of your content by partners. For detailed information, see the recommendations on the prevention of articles duplication in Google News, which also include tips on blocking syndicated content in searching for Google.

Copy sites with your site in Google

In rare cases, the Google algorithm can choose a URL from an external site, which without permission places your content. If you think that another site violates your copyright by placing your content, you can contact the hosting provider of this site with a request to remove it. You can also submit a request for removing the violationing page from the search results of Google through the process of filing complaints under the law on digital copyright.

Remember that if the canonical link is on your own site that you do not own, you cannot see traffic for your duplicated page in the Google Search Console.

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