Your LinkedIn URL is in your profile settings, and it's usually your name or a custom version you create

Your LinkedIn profile URL is the web address that points directly to your profile page. It looks like linkedin.com/in/yourname or linkedin.com/company/companyname if you manage a business page. LinkedIn assigns you a default URL based on your name when you create an account, but you can customize it to something shorter or more memorable.

Finding your URL takes less than a minute. You need to know where to look and whether you're searching for a personal profile URL or a company page URL — the steps differ slightly for each. The default URL contains your name plus a string of numbers, but most people customize it to remove those numbers and make sharing easier.

Key Takeaways

  • Your default LinkedIn URL contains your full name and a string of numbers, but you can customize it to remove the numbers and make it shorter.
  • To find your URL on desktop, go to your profile, click the "Edit public profile" button, and look at the browser address bar or the "Public profile" section.
  • On mobile, tap your profile photo, select "View profile," and scroll to find the link to your public profile.
  • A custom URL is easier to share and looks more professional, and you can change it once per year if you need to update it.
  • You can only customize your URL if your account has been active for at least 30 days and you have a profile photo.

Finding your URL on desktop

Open LinkedIn in a web browser and click your profile photo in the top right corner. Select "View profile" from the dropdown menu. Once you're on your profile page, look at the address bar at the top of your browser — the URL shown there is your profile link. It will look something like linkedin.com/in/james-rodriguez-12345678.

For a cleaner view, click the "Edit public profile" button (usually near the top of your profile). On the right side of the page, you'll see a section labeled "Public profile" or "Profile URL." This shows your current URL and gives you the option to customize it if you haven't already. You can copy the URL directly from this section or from the browser address bar.

Finding your URL on mobile

Tap your profile photo at the bottom of the screen (on most LinkedIn apps, this is in the navigation bar). Select "View profile" to open your full profile page. Scroll down until you see a section that says "Public profile" or shows a link icon with your profile address.

Tap that link to open your public profile in a browser, and the URL will appear in the address bar. You can copy it from there or use the share button to send it to others. If you want to customize your URL, you'll need to do that from the desktop version — the mobile app doesn't have a customization option built in.

How to customize your LinkedIn URL

Customizing your URL makes it shorter and easier to share. Go to your profile on desktop, click "Edit public profile," and look for the "Public profile" section on the right side. You should see your current URL with an edit icon (usually a pencil) next to it. Click that icon to open the customization window.

LinkedIn will show you what your new URL will look like as you type. You can use your first and last name, a variation of your name, or a professional nickname — as long as it's between 3 and 30 characters and hasn't been taken by someone else. Once you confirm the change, your new URL is active immediately. You can change it once per year if you need to update it later.

Requirements for customizing your URL

Before you can customize your LinkedIn URL, your account must meet two conditions: it needs to have been active for at least 30 days, and you need to have a profile photo uploaded. If you're a new user or haven't added a photo yet, the customization option will be grayed out or unavailable. Once you meet both requirements, the option becomes available and you can proceed with creating your custom URL.

If you've already customized your URL once, you can change it again, but you have to wait until the one-year anniversary of your last change. LinkedIn shows you when you'll be able to make your next change in the customization window, so you'll know exactly when you can update it if needed.

Finding a company page URL

If you manage a LinkedIn company page rather than a personal profile, the URL works the same way. Go to your company page, click "Edit" at the top, and look for the "Public profile" or "Company URL" section. Company URLs follow the format linkedin.com/company/companyname. You can customize this URL the same way you customize a personal profile URL, as long as your company page has been active for 30 days.

The customization process for company pages is identical to personal profiles — you'll see an edit icon next to your current URL, click it, and type in your preferred custom name. LinkedIn will check availability in real time and let you know if your choice is taken or if you need to try a variation.

Why your LinkedIn URL matters

Your LinkedIn URL is useful for sharing your profile on resumes, business cards, email signatures, and social media. A custom URL looks more professional than a default one with numbers at the end, and it's easier for people to remember and type. When you share your profile link, people can click it directly instead of searching for you by name.

If you're job hunting or networking, a clean, custom LinkedIn URL makes a better impression. It also makes your profile easier to find if someone wants to connect with you after meeting you in person or seeing your name mentioned somewhere online. Many recruiters and hiring managers prefer to click a direct link rather than search, so having a shareable URL can work in your favor.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my LinkedIn URL back to my old one?

No. Once you customize your URL, you can change it to a different custom URL once per year, but you cannot revert to your original default URL with numbers. Choose your custom URL carefully, since you're limited to one change per year.

What if the custom URL I want is already taken?

LinkedIn will tell you during the customization process if a URL is unavailable. Try a variation — add your middle initial, a number, or a descriptor like "consulting" or "design." You can also check if a similar name is available and use that instead.

Do I need a custom URL to use LinkedIn?

No. Your default URL with numbers works perfectly fine. A custom URL is optional and mainly useful if you plan to share your profile widely on resumes, business cards, or social media. If you never share your profile link, the default URL is sufficient.

Can I see other people's LinkedIn URLs?

Yes. When you visit someone's profile, their URL appears in the browser address bar. You can copy it and share it with others, or use it to send them a direct link to their profile.