Finding your Facebook profile URL

Your Facebook profile URL is the web address that points directly to your profile page. It looks like facebook.com/yourname or facebook.com/numbers depending on how your account is set up. The easiest way to find it is to open Facebook, click your profile picture in the top right corner, and look at the web address in your browser's address bar — that's your profile URL.

If you're on a phone, tap your profile picture, then tap the three horizontal lines (menu icon) at the bottom right. Scroll down and tap "See profile as visitor" or "View as" — this takes you to your public profile page. The address bar at the top of your browser shows your profile URL. You can copy it by pressing and holding the address bar, then selecting "Copy".

Facebook also lets you create a custom URL that's easier to remember and share. Instead of a string of numbers, you can set yours to something like facebook.com/jane.smith. You can only do this once, and only if your account is at least 14 days old and has a profile picture.

Key Takeaways

  • Your profile URL appears in the address bar when you visit your own profile page, and you can copy it directly from there.
  • On a phone, tap your profile picture, then use "See profile as visitor" to view your public profile and copy the URL from the address bar.
  • You can create a custom Facebook URL (like facebook.com/yourname) once per account if your profile is at least 14 days old and has a profile picture.
  • Custom URLs are easier to share and remember, but you cannot change them after you set one.

Creating a custom Facebook URL

To set up a custom URL, go to facebook.com/username on a computer. Click "Get a username" if you haven't created one yet. Type the username you want — Facebook will tell you if it's already taken. Usernames can include letters, numbers, periods, and underscores, and they're not case-sensitive. Once you confirm your choice, Facebook assigns it to your account permanently.

If you've already set a custom URL and want to change it, you cannot do so through Facebook's standard settings. Your custom URL is locked in. Some people create a new account if they regret their choice, but that means losing your profile history, friends list, and messages. It's worth thinking carefully about your username before you confirm it.

Where to find your Facebook page URL (if you manage a business page)

If you manage a Facebook Page for a business, organization, or public figure, the Page URL works differently from a personal profile URL. Go to your Page and look at the address bar — it shows something like facebook.com/yourpagename. You can also find it by clicking the "About" tab on your Page, then scrolling to "Page info" and looking for the web address listed there.

Business Pages also let you create a custom URL. Click "Settings" at the top of your Page, then "Page info" in the left menu. Look for "Web address" and click "Create Page @username". Follow the same process as a personal profile — choose a name, check availability, and confirm. Once set, you cannot change a Page's custom URL either.

Copying and sharing your profile URL

Once you have your profile URL, copying it is straightforward. On a computer, click the address bar, select all the text, and press Ctrl+C (or Cmd+C on Mac). On a phone, press and hold the address bar until a menu appears, then tap "Copy". You can now paste it anywhere — in a message, email, document, or social media post.

When you share your profile URL with someone, they can click it to visit your public profile. What they see depends on your privacy settings. If your profile is set to public, anyone can view your posts, photos, and basic information. If it's private, only your friends see that content. You can adjust these settings by going to Settings > Privacy on a computer, or Settings > Privacy and Safety on a phone.

Why your Facebook URL might look different

Some older Facebook accounts have numeric URLs instead of names — for example, facebook.com/100012345678. This happens when an account was created before Facebook allowed custom usernames, or if the account never had a username set. These numeric URLs work exactly the same way as named ones; they're just less memorable.

If you have a numeric URL and want to change it, you can create a custom username at any time. Go to facebook.com/username and follow the steps above. Once you set a custom username, your numeric URL still works, but Facebook will redirect anyone who uses it to your new custom URL.

Troubleshooting: URL not showing correctly

If the address bar shows something unexpected when you visit your profile, you might be looking at a temporary redirect. Facebook sometimes shows a long string of characters in the address bar while a page loads, then changes it to your actual profile URL. Wait a moment for the page to fully load, then check the address bar again.

If you're logged out of Facebook, your profile URL might not appear in the address bar the same way. Log in, visit your profile, and check again. If you're still seeing a numeric ID instead of your username, it means you haven't created a custom username yet — you can do that at facebook.com/username.

Using your profile URL for different purposes

Your profile URL is useful for several things. You can add it to your email signature, resume, or personal website to let people find you on Facebook. You can share it in a message to someone who's looking for your profile. You can also use it in a QR code generator to create a scannable code that links directly to your profile — useful for business cards or printed materials.

If you're managing multiple Facebook accounts (personal and business), keep your URLs separate and clear. Use your personal name for your profile and a descriptive name for your business Page. This makes it obvious to people which account they're visiting and reduces confusion.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my Facebook profile URL after I set it?

No. Once you create a custom username, it's permanent and cannot be changed. You can only set a custom URL once per account. If you regret your choice, your only option is to create a new Facebook account, but this means losing your profile history and connections.

What's the difference between my profile URL and my Facebook ID?

Your profile URL is the web address people use to visit your profile (like facebook.com/jane.smith). Your Facebook ID is a unique number Facebook assigns to your account behind the scenes. You don't need to know your ID for everyday use, but it appears in some technical settings and third-party app integrations.

If I make my profile private, can people still visit my profile URL?

Yes, people can still visit your URL, but what they see depends on your privacy settings. If your profile is private, only your friends can see your posts and photos. Non-friends see a limited view with just your name and profile picture. Your URL itself remains public and shareable.

Why does my profile URL have numbers instead of my name?

Older Facebook accounts or accounts that never had a custom username set show numeric URLs. You can create a custom username at facebook.com/username at any time. Once you do, your numeric URL will redirect to your new custom one.

Can I use my Facebook profile URL on other websites?

Yes. You can add your Facebook profile URL to your resume, personal website, email signature, or anywhere else you want people to find you. You can also generate a QR code from your URL using any QR code generator, then print or share that code.