Hreflang Checker
Verify hreflang tags for multilingual and multi-regional sites.
FAQs
What are hreflang tags?
Hreflang tags tell Google which language and region a page is targeted at, and which alternate versions exist for other languages/regions. They prevent duplicate content issues for international sites.
What is x-default?
x-default is used for pages that don't match any specific language - typically your home page or a language selector page. Google recommends including it.
Do hreflang tags need to be reciprocal?
Yes - if Page A has a hreflang pointing to Page B, Page B must also have a hreflang pointing back to Page A. Broken reciprocal links cause Google to ignore the tags.
Can hreflang tags be in a sitemap instead?
Yes - you can define hreflang relationships in your XML sitemap instead of in the page's <head>. This is often easier for large sites.