Your LinkedIn URL is on your profile page

Your LinkedIn URL is the web address that points to your public profile. It looks like linkedin.com/in/yourname or linkedin.com/company/yourcompanyname if you manage a business page. You need this URL when you want to share your profile with someone, add it to a resume, or link to it from your website.

The fastest way to find it is to open your LinkedIn profile and look at the address bar at the top of your browser. Whatever appears after "linkedin.com/" is your URL. If you see a string of numbers instead of your name, you can customize it to make it easier to share.

Key Takeaways

  • Your LinkedIn URL appears in your browser's address bar when you visit your own profile page.
  • A custom URL uses your name and is easier to share than a string of numbers.
  • You can change your custom URL once per year through your profile settings.
  • Your public profile URL works the same whether you are logged in or not, so anyone can view it if you share the link.

Finding your URL on your profile page

Log into LinkedIn and click your profile photo in the top right corner. Select "View profile" from the menu that appears. Your browser will take you to your profile page, and the URL in the address bar is your LinkedIn profile link.

Copy the entire URL from the address bar and paste it wherever you need it. This is the link you can send to recruiters, employers, or anyone else who wants to see your professional information. The URL stays the same every time you visit your profile, so you can save it and use it repeatedly.

Customizing your URL to use your name

LinkedIn assigns every new profile a URL made of numbers, like linkedin.com/in/abc123def456. You can change this to a custom URL using your name, which is much easier to remember and share. Click the "Me" icon at the top of the page, then select "Settings and privacy."

Go to the "Public profile" section and look for "Edit your public profile URL" or "Customize your URL." Click the pencil icon next to your current URL. Type in the name or variation you want to use — LinkedIn will tell you if it is already taken. Once you confirm the change, your new URL takes effect immediately. You can change your custom URL once every year if you need to update it.

What to do if your custom URL is taken

If the exact version of your name is already in use, LinkedIn will suggest variations. You might see options like adding your middle initial, a number, or a hyphen. Pick whichever version is closest to your actual name and easiest for people to guess.

Avoid adding random numbers or symbols if you can help it — the goal is to make your URL something a recruiter or contact can type or remember. If you have a very common name, adding your industry or location (like linkedin.com/in/johnsmith-accountant) can help people find the right version of you.

Sharing your LinkedIn URL in different places

Once you have your URL, you can add it to your email signature, resume, cover letter, or personal website. When someone clicks the link, they will see your public profile — the information you have chosen to make visible to people outside your network.

You can also share your URL directly in messages, on social media, or in job applications. LinkedIn tracks how many people view your profile, so you can see if sharing your URL is getting you noticed. The link works whether someone is logged into LinkedIn or not, so anyone with the URL can see your public information.

Understanding public versus private profile information

Your LinkedIn URL shows your public profile, which is different from what only your connections see. Your public profile includes your headline, photo, summary, experience, and education — but not your full contact information or messages. You control what appears on your public profile through your privacy settings.

If you want to limit who sees your profile, you can adjust your settings so that only logged-in members or only your connections can view it. This changes what people see when they click your URL, but the URL itself stays the same. Check your privacy settings regularly to make sure you are comfortable with what is visible to strangers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my LinkedIn URL more than once a year?

No, LinkedIn limits custom URL changes to once per year. If you change your URL and want to change it again, you will need to wait 12 months from the date of your last change. Plan your custom URL carefully so you do not waste your annual change.

What if I forgot my LinkedIn password and cannot log in to find my URL?

Go to the LinkedIn login page and click "Forgot password?" Follow the steps to reset your password using your email address. Once you reset it, you can log in and find your URL the normal way. If you do not have access to the email address on your account, contact LinkedIn support through their help center.

Does my LinkedIn URL change if I change my name?

If you have a custom URL with your name in it and you change your legal name, your URL does not update automatically. You can manually change your custom URL once per year to match your new name. Your old URL will stop working, so update any places where you have shared it.

Can I use my LinkedIn URL if my profile is private?

Yes, but what people see depends on your privacy settings. If your profile is set to private, only logged-in members or your connections will be able to view it when they click your URL. The URL itself works the same way, but the visibility of your information changes based on your settings.

Is my LinkedIn URL the same as my LinkedIn ID?

No, they are different. Your LinkedIn URL is the web address (like linkedin.com/in/yourname), while your LinkedIn ID is a number assigned to your account behind the scenes. You only need to know your URL for sharing your profile. Your ID is used for technical purposes and you rarely need it.