How to fix: Pages with duplicate H1 and title tags

Updated on December 9th, 2024 at 05:22 pm

Estimated reading time: 2 minutes

Issue: If your <title> and <h1> tags are identical, search engines may view the <h1> as over-optimized, and you miss the chance to include additional relevant keywords.

Fix: Write unique content for your <title> and <h1> tags that are complementary but not identical.

How to Fix for Beginners

  1. Make the <title> Concise: Keep your <title> tag focused on the main topic and include primary keywords.
    • Example: <title>Learn JavaScript for Beginners</title>
  2. Expand the <h1>: Use the <h1> to elaborate or include secondary keywords.
    • Example: <h1>A Beginner’s Guide to Learning JavaScript Programming in 2024</h1>
  3. Use Both for Context: The <title> should attract search clicks, while the <h1> provides clear context when users land on the page.
  4. Avoid Keyword Stuffing: Both tags should flow naturally and focus on readability.
  5. Review and Edit: Check your site for duplicate <title> and <h1> tags using SEO tools or browser developer tools.

Tip: Differentiating <title> and <h1> improves SEO and makes your page more useful to users and search engines.