Your Facebook address is the unique web link to your profile

Your Facebook address is the URL that takes people directly to your profile page. It looks like facebook.com/yourname or facebook.com/numbers depending on what you set up. Facebook calls this your "username" or "profile URL". You can find it in your profile settings, and you can also customize it to something easier to remember and share.

The address bar at the top of your browser shows your current Facebook URL when you are on your own profile. If you visit someone else's profile, you see their address instead. Your address is public by default — anyone can visit it if they have the link, though your privacy settings control what they can actually see on your profile.

Key Takeaways

  • Your Facebook address appears in the browser's address bar when you visit your own profile, and it is the easiest way to find it quickly.
  • You can also find your address by opening your profile settings and looking for the "Username" field under the Personal Information section.
  • If you have not set a custom username, Facebook assigns you a number-based address that you can change once to something more memorable.
  • You can share your Facebook address with others, and it works the same way whether it contains your name or a custom username you created.

Check the address bar when you are on your profile

The fastest way to find your Facebook address is to go to your profile and look at the address bar at the very top of your browser. Open Facebook, click your profile picture in the top right corner, and select "Profile" from the menu. Once you are on your profile page, look at the address bar — it will show your complete Facebook address.

The address bar shows the exact URL that other people use to visit your profile. If you have set a custom username, it will show something like facebook.com/sarah.martinez. If you have not customized it yet, it will show a longer string of numbers like facebook.com/profile.php?id=1234567890. Either way, this is your official Facebook address.

Find your username in profile settings

You can also find your Facebook address through your settings. Click the downward arrow in the top right corner of Facebook and select "Settings and privacy," then "Settings." On the left side, click "Personal information." Look for the "Username" field — this is the custom part of your Facebook address that comes after facebook.com/.

If the Username field is empty or shows only numbers, you have not yet set a custom username. Facebook lets you create one custom username for free, and you can change it once if you make a mistake. If you want to set or change your username, click "Edit" next to the Username field and follow the prompts.

Understand the difference between a custom username and a profile ID

Facebook gives every account a permanent profile ID — a long string of numbers that never changes. This ID is the id= part of your address if you have not set a custom username. Your custom username is the memorable name you choose, like facebook.com/james.rodriguez.

Both addresses work the same way and lead to the same profile. The custom username is just easier to remember and share. If you change your custom username later, the old one becomes available for someone else to use, but your profile ID stays the same forever. You can use either address to direct people to your profile.

Copy and share your Facebook address

Once you find your address, you can copy it and share it with others. While you are on your profile page, right-click the address bar and select "Copy" (or use Ctrl+C on Windows, Command+C on Mac). You can then paste this link into messages, emails, or other places where you want to share your profile.

You can also share your profile directly through Facebook's built-in tools. Click the three dots on your profile and look for a "Share profile" or "Copy link" option. This gives you the exact URL in a format ready to paste anywhere. The link works whether someone is logged into Facebook or not, though their ability to see your full profile depends on your privacy settings.

What to do if your address contains numbers instead of your name

If your Facebook address is a long string of numbers, you have not yet created a custom username. You can set one by going to Settings and privacy > Settings > Personal information > Username and clicking "Edit." Type the username you want — it can include letters, numbers, and periods, but it must be at least five characters long.

Facebook checks whether your chosen username is already taken. If it is, you will see a message and can try a different one. Once you set a custom username, your address changes to facebook.com/yourname. You get one free change if you need to fix a typo or want something different, but after that you have to wait 60 days between changes.

Privacy and security with your Facebook address

Your Facebook address is public information — anyone with the link can visit your profile. However, your privacy settings control what they can actually see. You can limit who sees your posts, photos, and other information by adjusting your privacy settings in Settings and privacy > Settings > Privacy.

Sharing your Facebook address is generally safe because it only gives people access to what you have already made public. You do not need to worry about sharing your address with trusted contacts. If you want to keep your profile more private, adjust your privacy settings rather than keeping your address secret.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my Facebook address?

Yes, you can change your custom username once for free. After that, you must wait 60 days between changes. Go to Settings and privacy > Settings > Personal information > Username and click "Edit" to make the change. Your profile ID never changes, but your custom username can be updated.

What if someone else took the username I want?

If your desired username is already taken, Facebook will tell you when you try to set it. You can choose a variation, like adding a number or period to your name. You can also try again later if the person who has it stops using their account, though Facebook does not release inactive usernames.

Is my Facebook address the same as my email address?

No, they are different. Your email address is what you use to log in to Facebook. Your Facebook address is the public URL to your profile. You can have a Facebook address like facebook.com/james.rodriguez while using a completely different email to access your account.

Can I hide my Facebook address from other people?

Your Facebook address is public and cannot be hidden. However, you can control what people see when they visit your profile using privacy settings. You can also limit who can find you by adjusting your search visibility in Settings and privacy > Settings > Privacy.