Open Graph Canonical URL PropertyRequired
og:url
The og:url tag defines the canonical URL of the object that will be used as its permanent ID in the social graph.
Tag Syntax
property="og:url"Recommended Size / LimitAbsolute HTTPS URL
Protocol RequirementMandatory for OGP
HTML Code Example
<meta property="og:url" content="https://example.com/blog/article-slug/" />Best Practices
- •Always use the absolute canonical HTTPS URL without tracking parameters.
- •Ensure og:url matches the <link rel="canonical"> tag of the page.
- •Include trailing slashes consistently if your site structure uses them.
Platform Rendering Rules
FacebookConsolidates likes and shares under the single specified og:url.
LinkedInUses og:url as the target hyperlink for post card clicks.
Common Implementation Pitfalls
- ✕Using HTTP instead of secure HTTPS.
- ✕Including session IDs or utm_source tracking parameters in og:url.