Fix Invalid Canonical URL Format

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What is this warning?

The canonical URL on your page is malformed or invalid. This could be a typo or an error in how it was generated. An invalid canonical URL will be ignored by search engines, which means it won't serve its purpose of preventing duplicate content issues.

How to Fix This Issue

How to Fix It

The Problem

<link rel="canonical" href="htp:/example.com/page">

The Solution

Correct the URL to be a full, valid, absolute URL.

<link rel="canonical" href="https://example.com/page">

Why This Works

A valid canonical URL is essential for communicating your preferred page version to search engines, which is a cornerstone of good technical SEO.

SEO Impact

This issue can affect your site's search engine rankings and user experience. Addressing it promptly helps ensure optimal performance and visibility in search results.

Automatic Detection

Black SEO Analyzer automatically checks for this warning during site analysis, along with hundreds of other technical SEO issues.

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