The fastest way to copy your LinkedIn URL

Open LinkedIn in a web browser and go to your profile. At the top of your profile card (the section with your photo and headline), you'll see your name. Click on it. Your browser's address bar now shows your full profile URL — it looks like linkedin.com/in/yourname or linkedin.com/in/yourname-numbers if LinkedIn added numbers to make it unique.

Click once in the address bar to select it, then right-click and choose Copy, or use Ctrl+C (Windows) or Command+C (Mac). You now have the URL copied to your clipboard and can paste it anywhere — email, a resume, a website, a message.

If you're on the LinkedIn mobile app, the process is slightly different. Tap your profile photo at the bottom, then tap the three dots in the top right corner. Select Share profile and choose how you want to share it — the app will copy the link or open your phone's share menu.

Key Takeaways

  • Your LinkedIn URL appears in the browser address bar when you visit your own profile page.
  • You can copy it directly from the address bar using right-click and copy, or Ctrl+C / Command+C.
  • On mobile, use the three-dot menu and select Share Profile to copy or send your URL.
  • Your URL is public by default, so sharing it does not expose private information beyond what's already visible on your profile.
  • A custom URL (yourname instead of yourname-12345) is easier to remember and looks cleaner when you share it.

Creating a custom LinkedIn URL

LinkedIn lets you create a shorter, custom URL that uses your name instead of a string of numbers. Go to your profile, click the Edit public profile & URL button (it's on the right side of your profile header), and look for the URL section. Click the pencil icon next to your current URL.

You can change the last part of the URL to something like linkedin.com/in/sarah-chen instead of linkedin.com/in/sarah-chen-47392. LinkedIn will tell you if the name you want is already taken. You get one custom URL per account, and you can change it whenever you want, though LinkedIn may limit how often you can make changes.

A custom URL is worth setting up because it's easier to remember, looks more professional on a resume or business card, and is simpler to type if someone is looking you up manually. Once you set it, copy it the same way — from the address bar when you're on your profile.

Why you might want to share your LinkedIn URL

Your LinkedIn URL is the standard way to direct someone to your profile. You might paste it into an email when you're reaching out to a recruiter, include it on a resume or cover letter, add it to your personal website or portfolio, or share it in a professional bio on another platform. It's a direct link to your professional information without requiring someone to search for you by name.

Your profile URL is public — anyone with the link can see what you've chosen to make visible on your profile. LinkedIn's privacy settings control what information shows up on your profile itself, but the URL itself doesn't expose anything beyond that. If you're concerned about what's visible, review your profile privacy settings before sharing the link widely.

Copying your URL on different devices

On a desktop or laptop: Visit your profile, click your name at the top, then copy the URL from the address bar using right-click and copy or Ctrl+C / Command+C.

On an iPhone or iPad: Open the LinkedIn app, tap your profile photo, then tap the three dots. Select Share profile and choose Copy link from the menu that appears.

On an Android phone: Open the LinkedIn app, tap your profile photo, tap the three dots, select Share profile, and tap Copy link.

If you're using LinkedIn's mobile web version (not the app), the process is the same as desktop — just copy from the address bar. The mobile app's Share Profile button is faster if you have it installed.

What to do if your URL looks wrong or won't copy

If you see a very long URL with numbers and special characters, you haven't set up a custom URL yet. That's normal — LinkedIn assigns you a default URL automatically. You can create a custom one following the steps in the "Creating a custom LinkedIn URL" section above.

If you're trying to copy the URL and it's not working, make sure you're clicking in the address bar (not somewhere else on the page) before copying. On mobile, use the Share Profile button instead of trying to copy from the address bar — it's more reliable. If the Share Profile button isn't showing up, try logging out and back in, or reinstall the app if you're on mobile.

If your custom URL shows as unavailable or taken, try a variation — add a middle initial, a number, or a hyphen. LinkedIn will show you in real time whether the version you're trying is available.

Pasting your URL after you copy it

Once you've copied your LinkedIn URL, you can paste it almost anywhere. In an email, use Ctrl+V (Windows) or Command+V (Mac). On mobile, long-press in a text field and select Paste. In a document, spreadsheet, or web form, the same keyboard shortcuts work.

Some platforms (like certain job application sites or resume builders) have a specific field for your LinkedIn URL. Paste it there directly. Others might ask for your LinkedIn profile name or username instead of the full URL — in that case, just paste the part after linkedin.com/in/, which is usually your name or name-numbers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is my LinkedIn URL private or public?

Your LinkedIn URL is public by default. Anyone with the link can view your profile, but only what you've chosen to make visible in your privacy settings. Your URL itself doesn't expose any information beyond what's already on your profile page.

Can I change my LinkedIn URL after I've shared it?

Yes. You can change your custom URL anytime by going to Edit Public Profile & URL and clicking the pencil icon next to your current URL. Old links may stop working, so if you've shared your URL widely, let people know if you change it.

What's the difference between my LinkedIn URL and my LinkedIn username?

Your URL is the full web address (linkedin.com/in/yourname). Your username is just the part after /in/ (yourname). Some forms ask for one, some for the other — if they ask for your username, paste only the name part without the full web address.

Why does my LinkedIn URL have numbers at the end?

LinkedIn adds numbers when your name is already taken by someone else. You can create a custom URL with a variation of your name (like adding a middle initial or hyphen) to get a cleaner-looking link.

Can I copy my LinkedIn URL on the mobile app without the Share Profile button?

The Share Profile button is the easiest way on mobile. If you want to copy from the address bar instead, switch to the mobile web version of LinkedIn in your browser, visit your profile, and copy from the address bar the same way you would on desktop.