Your Facebook profile link is the URL that points to your profile page — the one you see in your browser's address bar when you're viewing your own profile

The simplest way to find it: go to your profile, look at the web address in your browser's address bar, and copy what you see there. On desktop, that address usually looks like facebook.com/yourname or facebook.com/profile.php?id=123456789. On mobile, the address bar may be hidden, so you'll need to use Facebook's built-in sharing tools instead.

Your profile link is different from your profile URL — the link is what you share with others, while the URL is the technical address. Facebook lets you customize your profile link to make it shorter and easier to remember, which is useful if you're sharing it in marketing materials, email signatures, or social media bios.

Key Takeaways

  • Your profile link appears in the address bar when you visit your own profile on desktop, and you can copy it directly from there.
  • Facebook lets you customize your profile link to something shorter than your default ID number, making it easier to share.
  • On mobile, use the three-dot menu on your profile to find the "Copy link to profile" option instead of looking for the address bar.
  • You can find your profile link in your profile settings under "Username" if you've created a custom one.

Finding your profile link on desktop

Open Facebook in a web browser and click your profile picture or name in the top navigation bar. This takes you to your profile page. Look at the address bar at the top of your browser — the URL shown there is your profile link. Click on the address bar to select it, then right-click and choose "Copy" to save it to your clipboard.

If your address bar shows a long string of numbers (like facebook.com/profile.php?id=123456789), that's your default profile link. It works fine for sharing, but many people prefer to customize it to something shorter and more memorable. You can do that in your profile settings.

Finding your profile link on mobile

Open the Facebook app and tap your profile picture at the bottom of the screen. This opens your profile. At the top of your profile, tap the three horizontal lines (the menu icon) in the top right corner. Scroll down and tap "Copy link to profile." Facebook copies your profile link to your clipboard, and you can now paste it anywhere you need it.

If you're using a mobile web browser instead of the app, the process is the same as desktop — look at the address bar and copy the URL shown there. Some mobile browsers hide the address bar by default, so you may need to scroll to the top of the page to see it.

Creating a custom profile link

Your default profile link contains a long ID number, but Facebook lets you create a shorter, custom version. Go to your profile settings by clicking the downward arrow in the top right corner of Facebook (desktop) or tapping the menu icon (mobile), then select "Settings and privacy" and "Settings." Click "Personal information" in the left menu, then find "Username."

Click "Edit" next to your username. Type the custom name you want — it can include letters, numbers, periods, and underscores. Facebook checks whether that username is available. Once you create a custom username, your profile link becomes facebook.com/yourname instead of the long ID version. You can change your username once every 30 days if you need to update it later.

Where to use your profile link

Your profile link is useful in several places. You can add it to your email signature so clients or contacts can find you on Facebook. You can put it in your website's "Follow us" section, in your Instagram or LinkedIn bio, or in marketing materials. Some people add it to business cards or include it in email newsletters.

When you share your profile link, people can click it to visit your profile, see your public information, and send you a friend request or message. Make sure your profile privacy settings match what you want people to see — you can control whether your profile is public, visible only to friends, or somewhere in between.

Sharing your profile link directly from Facebook

You don't always need to copy and paste your profile link manually. Facebook has built-in sharing options. On desktop, go to your profile and click the three dots in the top right area of your profile header. Select "Copy link to profile" and Facebook copies it for you. On mobile, tap the three-line menu icon at the top of your profile and select "Copy link to profile."

You can also use Facebook's share button to send your profile to specific people or post it to your timeline. Click the share icon (usually an arrow or box with an arrow) on your profile, choose who you want to share it with, and send it. This is faster than copying and pasting if you're sharing with people already on Facebook.

Troubleshooting common issues

If you can't find your username or custom profile link, check that you've actually created one. Not all accounts have a custom username — if you haven't set one up, you'll only have the default ID-based link. You can create one following the steps in the "Creating a custom profile link" section above.

If your profile link isn't working when you share it, make sure your profile privacy settings allow people to view it. If your profile is set to private, people who aren't your friends won't be able to see it even if they have the link. Check your privacy settings by going to Settings and Privacy > Settings > Privacy, then review who can see your profile and posts.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my profile link after I create it?

Yes, you can change your custom username once every 30 days. Go to Settings and Privacy > Settings > Personal information > Username and click Edit. Type your new username and confirm. Your old profile link will no longer work, so update anywhere you've shared it.

What's the difference between my profile link and my profile ID?

Your profile ID is a unique number Facebook assigns to your account. Your profile link is the URL people use to visit your profile. You can customize the link to use a username instead of the ID, but the ID stays the same behind the scenes.

Will people see my profile link if I share it on other social media?

Yes, anyone who clicks your profile link can view whatever parts of your profile are set to public. Your privacy settings control what they see — if your profile is public, they'll see your posts and information. If it's private, they'll only see basic details and won't be able to see your posts unless you're friends.

Can I have multiple profile links?

No, you have one profile link per account. However, you can change your custom username once every 30 days, which changes your profile link. Your default ID-based link (the long number version) always works as a backup.