The Graph · Glossary
Preferred URL
Canonical (rel=canonical)
An HTML element or HTTP header identifying the preferred URL among identical or very similar pages. Google treats it as a canonicalization signal, not an absolute instruction.
SFT perspective
A Structure signal to align with redirects, sitemaps and internal links to reduce ambiguity between versions.
Relevant pillars : Structure
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