A Facebook profile web address is the URL in your browser's address bar when you visit someone's profile

A Facebook profile URL is the web address that points directly to someone's Facebook page. It looks like facebook.com/username or facebook.com/profile.php?id=123456789. You can find it by visiting the person's profile and copying the address from your browser's address bar, or by using Facebook's built-in sharing tools. The method depends on whether you're looking for your own profile URL or someone else's.

Every Facebook profile has a web address, whether or not the person has created a custom username. If they have not set a custom name, Facebook assigns a numeric ID that appears in the URL instead. Both types of addresses work the same way and point to the same profile.

Key Takeaways

  • Your own Facebook profile URL appears in the address bar when you visit your profile page, and you can copy it directly from there.
  • To find someone else's profile URL, visit their profile and look at the browser address bar, or use the "Copy link to profile" option from their menu.
  • Some profiles use a custom username (like facebook.com/james.rodriguez), while others use a numeric ID that only appears in the address bar.
  • You can share a profile URL with others, but only people who can see that person's profile will be able to view it when they click the link.

Finding your own profile URL

Open Facebook and click your profile picture in the top right corner. Select "Profile" from the menu. Your browser's address bar will now show your profile URL. If you have set a custom username, it will appear as facebook.com/yourname. If you have not set a custom username, it will show a numeric ID like facebook.com/profile.php?id=1234567890.

To copy this URL, click the address bar, select all the text, and copy it. You can then paste it anywhere — in a message, email, or document. This is the link you can share with others so they can find your profile.

Finding someone else's profile URL

Visit the person's Facebook profile by searching for their name or clicking their profile picture from a comment or post. Once you are on their profile page, look at the address bar at the top of your browser. The URL shown there is their profile URL. Copy it the same way you would copy your own — click the address bar, select all, and copy.

Alternatively, you can use Facebook's built-in option. On their profile, click the three dots (•••) menu button, then select "Copy link to profile." This copies their URL directly to your clipboard without you having to manually select it from the address bar. This method is especially useful on mobile devices where the address bar may be harder to access.

Understanding custom usernames versus numeric IDs

Facebook allows users to create a custom username, which makes their profile URL shorter and easier to remember. A custom username URL looks like facebook.com/sarah.johnson or facebook.com/sarahjohnson. Not everyone has set a custom username, so you may encounter profiles that only have a numeric ID.

A numeric ID URL looks like facebook.com/profile.php?id=987654321. This is still a valid profile URL — it just means the person has not created a custom username. Both types of URLs point to the same profile and work the same way. You cannot change someone else's URL, and you can only set one custom username per account.

Sharing a profile URL with others

Once you have a profile URL, you can share it by pasting it into a message, email, text, or any other communication method. Keep in mind that the person who receives the link will only be able to view the profile if their privacy settings allow it. If a profile is set to private and the recipient is not friends with that person, they may see a limited view or a message saying the profile is not available.

You can also use the "Copy link to profile" option to ensure you are sharing the exact URL Facebook recognizes, which can be helpful if you are sharing from a mobile device or want to avoid typing errors. This method guarantees the URL is formatted correctly for sharing.

What to do if the URL looks different on mobile

On mobile devices, Facebook's address bar may not always show the full URL clearly, or the browser may hide it by default. If you are using the Facebook app on a phone or tablet, the easiest method is to tap the three dots menu on someone's profile and select "Copy link to profile." This works the same way as on a computer and avoids the need to find the address bar.

If you are using a mobile browser instead of the app, you can still access the address bar by tapping at the top of the screen. The URL will be there, though it may be shortened or formatted differently depending on your browser. Copy it the same way you would on a computer by selecting all the text and copying it to your clipboard.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my Facebook profile URL?

Yes, you can change your custom username once per account. Go to Settings, click "Personal Information," then "Username." You can create a new custom username there. If you have not set a custom username yet, you can create one for the first time in the same location. The numeric ID portion of your URL cannot be changed.

Why does someone's profile URL show numbers instead of their name?

This means they have not created a custom username. Facebook assigns every account a numeric ID automatically. Users can choose to create a custom username to replace it, but it is optional. Both types of URLs are permanent and point to the same profile.

Will a profile URL work if I am not friends with that person?

The URL will work, but what you see depends on their privacy settings. If their profile is public, you will see their public information. If their profile is private and you are not friends with them, you may see a limited view or be unable to see their posts and photos.

Can I find someone's profile URL if they have deactivated their account?

No. If someone has deactivated their account, their profile is temporarily hidden and the URL will not work. If they have permanently deleted their account, the profile no longer exists and the URL will show an error message.

Is there a difference between a profile URL and a page URL on Facebook?

Yes. A profile URL is for a person's personal account, while a page URL is for a business, organization, or public figure. Pages use the same format but are managed differently. Both can be found in the address bar the same way, but they have different privacy and sharing rules.