Finding Your Facebook Profile URL and What It's Used For

Your Facebook URL is the web address that points directly to your profile

Your Facebook URL is a unique web link that takes people to your profile page. It looks like facebook.com/yourname or facebook.com/numbers depending on how you set it up. You need this URL when you want to share your profile with someone, add it to a resume or website, or send it through email or messaging apps outside of Facebook.

Facebook gives you two types of profile addresses. One is automatic and uses a long string of numbers. The other is custom and uses a name you choose. Both work the same way — they just look different. You can find either one in less than a minute by going to your profile and looking at the address bar in your browser.

Key Takeaways

Your profile URL appears in your browser's address bar when you visit your own profile — it starts with facebook.com/ followed by your name or a number.
You can create a custom URL using your name instead of numbers, but Facebook only lets you do this once and only if your account is at least 30 days old.
The quickest way to copy your URL is to go to your profile, look at the address bar, highlight the full address, and copy it.
Your URL works the same whether it uses your name or numbers — both take people to the same profile page.

Finding your URL by visiting your profile

The simplest way to find your URL is to open your profile and look at what appears in the address bar at the top of your browser. On a computer, click your profile picture in the top right corner of Facebook, then click your name from the menu that appears. This takes you to your profile page.

Once you are on your profile, look at the very top of your browser window where the web address appears. You will see something like facebook.com/john.smith or facebook.com/100087654321. That entire address is your URL. Highlight it with your mouse, right-click, and select Copy to save it to your clipboard.

On a phone or tablet, the process is the same but the address bar may be harder to see. Open the Facebook app, tap your profile picture at the bottom, then tap your name at the top of the screen. Once your profile loads, look for the address bar — on most phones it is at the very top. The URL will be there, though it may be shortened or partially hidden depending on your browser.

Creating a custom URL with your name

Facebook lets you replace the number string with a custom name, like facebook.com/yourname instead of facebook.com/100087654321. This is optional but makes your URL easier to remember and share. You can only set a custom URL once, so choose carefully.

To create a custom URL, go to your profile and look for the About section. On a computer, click the About tab below your cover photo, then look for the Username field on the left side. Click Edit next to it. Type the name you want to use — it can be up to 50 characters and can include letters, numbers, and periods. Facebook will tell you if the name is already taken. Once you confirm, your new URL is live immediately.

Keep in mind that your account must be at least 30 days old before Facebook lets you create a custom URL. If you have not had your account that long, you will see a message saying you need to wait. Also, you cannot change your custom URL once you set it, so do not rush this choice. If you later want a different name, you would need to contact Facebook support, and they may not be able to help.

Copying and sharing your URL

Once you have your URL, copying it is straightforward. On a computer, click in the address bar, select all the text, and copy it. You can then paste it into an email, a text message, a document, or anywhere else you need it. On a phone, tap and hold the address bar until a menu appears, then select Copy.

When you share your URL with someone, they can click it or paste it into their browser and go straight to your profile. They will see your profile picture, cover photo, and any posts you have set to public. If your profile is set to private, they will see less information unless you are already friends with them.

What to do if you cannot find your URL

If you are having trouble locating your URL in the address bar, make sure you are actually on your own profile page and not someone else's. Your profile page is the one you reach by clicking your own name or profile picture. If you are on someone else's profile, you will see their URL instead.

Another common issue is that some browsers hide or shorten the address bar. If you cannot see the full URL, try clicking directly on the address bar itself — this usually expands it and shows the complete web address. If you are using the Facebook app on your phone, the address bar may be at the very top of the screen and easy to miss.

If you still cannot find it, try opening Facebook in a web browser instead of the app. The web version always shows the address bar clearly at the top of the window. Once you see it there, you can copy it and use it anywhere you need.

Using your URL on other websites and documents

Your Facebook URL is useful in many situations outside of Facebook itself. You can add it to your email signature, your resume, your personal website, or your LinkedIn profile to let people find you on Facebook. Many people include their Facebook URL on business cards or in online directories.

When you put your URL on a resume or professional document, make sure your Facebook profile looks professional. Anyone who clicks your URL will see your public posts and information, so review what is visible before you share it widely. You can adjust your privacy settings to control who sees what on your profile.

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 limited window after you first create it. After that, Facebook does not allow changes. If you need a different URL, you would need to contact Facebook support, though they may not be able to help. Choose your custom URL carefully the first time.

What is the difference between my URL and my profile ID?

Your URL is the web address people use to find you, like facebook.com/yourname. Your profile ID is a unique number Facebook assigns to your account. Both can be used to find your profile, but the URL is what you share with people because it is easier to remember and type.

Will my URL change if I change my name on Facebook?

If you have a custom URL, changing your name on Facebook will not affect your URL. Your custom URL stays the same. If you are using the automatic number-based URL, it will not change either. Your URL is permanent once it is set.

Can someone find my profile if they only have my URL?

Yes, anyone with your URL can visit your profile in a browser. However, what they see depends on your privacy settings. If your profile is public, they will see your public posts and information. If it is private, they will see less unless you are already friends with them.

Is my Facebook URL the same as my Facebook username?

Your custom URL and your username are related but not identical. Your username is what appears in your URL — for example, if your URL is facebook.com/john.smith, then john.smith is your username. The URL is the full web address, while the username is just the part after facebook.com/.

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