Your LinkedIn URL is in your profile settings, and you can customize it to make it easier to share

Your LinkedIn URL is the web address that takes people directly to your profile. It looks something like linkedin.com/in/yourname or linkedin.com/company/yourcompanyname if you manage a business page. LinkedIn assigns you a default URL when you create an account, but you can change it to something shorter and more memorable. Finding your current URL takes about 30 seconds, and customizing it takes another minute.

The easiest way to find your URL is to open your profile and look at the address bar at the top of your browser — that's your current LinkedIn URL. If you want to customize it or need to copy it to share, there's a dedicated section in your profile settings where LinkedIn displays it clearly.

Key Takeaways

  • Your LinkedIn URL appears in your browser's address bar when you visit your own profile, and it always starts with linkedin.com/in/ followed by your name or custom text.
  • You can customize your LinkedIn URL once to make it shorter and easier to remember, but you cannot change it back to a different custom URL later.
  • To find your URL in your profile settings, go to your profile photo, select "View profile," then look for the URL section near the top of the page.
  • LinkedIn generates a default URL using numbers and letters if you don't customize it, so personalizing it makes your profile easier to share and more professional-looking.

Finding your URL in your profile settings

Open LinkedIn and click your profile photo in the top right corner. Select "View profile" from the dropdown menu. At the top of your profile page, just below your name and headline, you'll see a section that shows your current URL. It will look like a clickable link — this is the address you can share with others.

If you see a long string of numbers and letters in your URL (like linkedin.com/in/john-smith-12345678), that's LinkedIn's default URL. You haven't customized it yet. If you see something cleaner like linkedin.com/in/johnsmith, you've already set a custom URL or LinkedIn assigned you a simple one based on your name.

Customizing your LinkedIn URL to something memorable

To change your URL to something shorter, click on the pencil icon or "Edit public profile" button on your profile. Look for the section labeled "Public profile & URL" or similar wording — the exact label varies depending on whether you're on mobile or desktop. Click the edit icon next to your URL.

LinkedIn will show you a text field with your current URL. Delete the part after linkedin.com/in/ and type what you want instead. You can use your name, a variation of your name, or a professional nickname. LinkedIn allows letters, numbers, and hyphens. You cannot use spaces or special characters. Once you type your new URL, click "Save" — LinkedIn will tell you immediately if that URL is already taken by someone else.

Keep in mind that you can only customize your URL once. After you set a custom URL, you cannot change it to a different one. LinkedIn will let you change it back to your default URL, but you cannot pick a new custom one. Choose something you're comfortable with long-term.

Copying and sharing your LinkedIn URL

Once you know your URL, you can copy it directly from the address bar of your browser. Highlight the entire URL, right-click, and select "Copy." You can then paste it into an email, message, or document. Alternatively, on your profile page, you can click directly on the URL link itself — it's usually clickable — and your browser will copy it to your clipboard.

LinkedIn also has a built-in share button on your profile. Look for a "Share" button near the top of your profile page. Click it and LinkedIn will show you options to share your profile on different platforms or copy the link. This is often faster than manually copying from the address bar.

What to do if you cannot find your URL section

If you're on mobile, the URL section may not be immediately visible. Scroll down on your profile page — it's usually near the top but sometimes appears lower on smaller screens. You can also switch to the desktop version of LinkedIn by opening your browser settings and requesting the desktop site.

If you're logged into a company page rather than your personal profile, the URL will be different. Company pages use linkedin.com/company/companyname instead of the /in/ format. The same customization rules apply — you can set a custom company URL once, and it will appear in your company page settings under "Admin" or "Settings."

Why your LinkedIn URL matters

A clean, customized LinkedIn URL looks more professional when you share it on a resume, business card, email signature, or website. It's easier for people to remember and type. A default URL with random numbers looks less polished and is harder to communicate verbally — imagine trying to tell someone your URL is linkedin.com/in/sarah-johnson-987654321 over the phone.

Your URL also affects how your profile appears in search results. A customized URL that includes your name makes it more likely that people searching for you by name will find your LinkedIn profile. This is especially useful if you're job hunting or building a professional network.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my LinkedIn URL more than once?

No. You can customize your LinkedIn URL one time. After that, you can only change it back to your default URL. You cannot select a different custom URL. Choose carefully the first time, because the choice is permanent.

What characters can I use in my custom LinkedIn URL?

You can use letters, numbers, and hyphens. You cannot use spaces, periods, underscores, or special characters like @, #, or &. LinkedIn will show you an error message if you try to use a character that's not allowed.

Is my LinkedIn URL the same as my profile ID?

No. Your URL is the human-readable web address. Your profile ID is a number LinkedIn uses internally. You only need to share your URL with others — the profile ID is not something you typically use or share.

What if someone else already has the custom URL I want?

LinkedIn will tell you the URL is taken when you try to save it. You'll need to choose a different variation — add a number, use a middle initial, or try a different version of your name. Keep trying until you find one that's available.

Do I need a custom URL to use LinkedIn?

No. Your default URL works perfectly fine. A custom URL is optional and purely for convenience and appearance. Many people use LinkedIn successfully with their default URL.