How to Find and Copy Your Facebook URL

The quickest way to find your Facebook URL

Your Facebook URL is the web address that points to your profile or page. On a computer, the simplest way to find it is to visit your profile, look at the address bar at the top of your browser, and copy the link shown there. On a phone, tap your profile picture in the bottom menu, then tap the three dots in the top right corner and select "Copy link to profile".

If you want a custom URL instead of a number-based one, Facebook lets you create a vanity URL — a shorter, personalized web address. You can set this once from your profile settings, and it will replace the default address that contains your user ID number.

Key Takeaways

Your Facebook profile URL appears in your browser's address bar when you visit your own profile page.
Custom URLs (vanity URLs) are shorter and easier to share, but you can only create one and cannot change it later.
On mobile, the fastest way to copy your profile link is through the three-dot menu on your profile.
Facebook Pages have their own separate URLs, found the same way as profile URLs but from your Page's main section.

Finding your URL on a computer

Open Facebook in your web browser and click your profile picture in the top right corner. This takes you to your profile page. Once there, look at the address bar — the long field at the very top of your browser window where web addresses appear. The URL shown there is your Facebook profile address. It will look something like facebook.com/yourname if you have a custom URL, or facebook.com/profile.php?id=123456789 if you do not.

To copy this URL, click once in the address bar to select it, then right-click and choose "Copy" from the menu. You can now paste it anywhere — into an email, a text message, a document, or another website. Some browsers also let you click a small copy icon that appears next to the address bar.

Finding your URL on a phone or tablet

Open the Facebook app and tap your profile picture at the bottom of the screen. This opens your profile. At the top right of your profile, you will see three horizontal dots (sometimes called a hamburger menu). Tap those dots, then look for an option that says "Copy link to profile" or "Share profile". Tap it, and your profile URL is copied to your clipboard.

If you are using Facebook in a mobile web browser instead of the app, the process is the same as on a computer — look at the address bar at the top of the browser and copy the URL shown there. You can also tap and hold the address bar, then select "Copy" from the menu that appears.

Creating a custom Facebook URL

Facebook lets you create a custom URL (also called a vanity URL) that is shorter and easier to remember. Instead of a long string of numbers, your URL becomes something like facebook.com/james.rodriguez. To create one, go to your profile settings by clicking the downward arrow in the top right corner of Facebook, then select "Settings and privacy" and "Settings".

Look for the section labeled "Personal information" or "Username". Click on it and you will see your current username. If you have not created a custom URL yet, you will see an option to do so. Type in the username you want, and Facebook will tell you if it is available. Once you confirm, your new custom URL is active immediately. Keep in mind that you can only create one custom URL, and Facebook does not allow you to change it later, so choose carefully.

Finding a Facebook Page URL

If you manage a Facebook Page rather than a personal profile, the process is similar. Go to your Page by clicking on it in the left sidebar of Facebook, or by searching for it by name. Once you are on the Page, look at the address bar in your browser. The URL shown there is your Page's web address, usually in the format facebook.com/yourpagename.

You can copy this URL the same way you would copy a profile URL — click in the address bar, right-click, and select "Copy". On mobile, tap the three dots at the top of your Page and select "Copy link to Page". Pages also have custom URLs, which you can set up in the Page settings under "Basic information".

What to do if you cannot find your URL

If the address bar shows something other than your profile name or a clean URL, you may be looking at a redirect or a cached page. Try refreshing your browser by pressing F5 on a computer or swiping down on a phone. If you are logged out of Facebook, log back in and visit your profile again.

If you still cannot see a URL in the address bar, your browser may be hiding it. On most browsers, you can click once in the address bar area to reveal the full URL. If you are using a very old browser version, consider updating it. If you are on a phone and the address bar is not visible, scroll to the very top of the screen — the address bar should appear.

Sharing your Facebook URL safely

Once you have your URL, you can share it anywhere. Pasting your profile link in an email, text message, or another website lets people find your profile without having to search for you by name. Your profile URL is public information — anyone with the link can view whatever parts of your profile you have set to be visible to the public.

If you want to control who sees your profile, adjust your privacy settings before sharing your URL. Go to "Settings and privacy", then "Settings", then look for "Privacy" in the left menu. From there you can choose whether your profile is visible to everyone, friends only, or a custom group. Your URL itself does not change, but what people see when they visit it will depend on these settings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my Facebook URL after I create it?

You can change a custom URL only once, and only within a certain time frame after creating it. After that, Facebook locks it permanently. If you want a different URL, you would need to create a new Facebook account. For this reason, it is worth taking time to choose a custom URL you will be happy with long-term.

Why does my Facebook URL have numbers instead of my name?

If your URL contains a long string of numbers (your user ID), it means you have not created a custom URL yet. You can create one by going to Settings, then Personal information, then Username. Choose a username and confirm it, and your URL will change to the custom version.

Is my Facebook URL the same as my username?

They are related but not identical. Your username is the custom text you choose, and your URL is the full web address that includes it. For example, your username might be "james.rodriguez" and your full URL would be "facebook.com/james.rodriguez". If you have not created a custom username, your URL will contain your user ID number instead.

Can someone find my profile if they have my URL?

Yes, anyone with your URL can visit your profile page. What they see depends on your privacy settings. If your profile is set to public, they can see your posts, photos, and other information. If it is set to friends only, they will see limited information unless you are friends with them. Adjust your privacy settings if you want to control who can view your profile.

What is the difference between a profile URL and a Page URL?

A profile URL is your personal Facebook account, while a Page URL is for a business, organization, or public figure. Pages are designed for public communication and have different features than profiles. Both have URLs that work the same way — you can find them in the address bar and share them with others.

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