Canonical URLs are important for search engine optimization (SEO) as they help prevent duplicate content issues and consolidate link equity. Here’s how to use canonical URLs on Drupal 8:
1. Install and enable the Drupal 8 SEO module of your choice. Some popular options include Yoast SEO for Drupal 8 or SEO Checklist module.
1. Navigate to the content you want to add a canonical URL to. This can be a blog post, page, or any other content type that you have created.
1. In the content editor, scroll down to “Search Engine Optimization” or “SEO” section.
1. Locate the “Canonical URL” field and enter the preferred URL for this content.
1. Save the content and check the source code to ensure the canonical URL is correctly implemented. You can also use a free online canonical URL checker to verify the implementation.
Alternatively, you can also use Drupal 8’s core functionality to create a custom module that sets the canonical URL programmatically. This can be useful for large websites with thousands of pages or for ensuring consistency across different content types.
