Your Facebook profile link is the URL that points directly to your profile page

Your Facebook profile link is a web address (URL) that takes someone directly to your profile when they click it. It looks like facebook.com/yourname or facebook.com/numbers depending on how your profile is set up. You need this link if you want to share your profile with someone, add it to a resume or website, or send it in a message.

Finding your profile link takes about 30 seconds and works the same way on a computer, phone, or tablet. The link is always there — you just need to know where to look for it.

Key Takeaways

  • Your profile link appears in the address bar at the top of your browser when you visit your own profile page.
  • You can copy your profile link directly from your profile by clicking the three-dot menu and selecting "Copy link to profile."
  • A custom username makes your profile link shorter and easier to share than a string of numbers.
  • Once you copy your profile link, you can paste it into messages, emails, documents, or anywhere else you need it.

Finding your profile link in the address bar

The fastest way to find your profile link is to look at the top of your screen. Open Facebook and click on your profile picture or name anywhere on the page — this takes you to your profile. Look at the address bar at the very top of your browser window. The web address shown there is your profile link.

On a computer, the address bar is at the top left. On a phone or tablet, it may be at the top center or bottom depending on which browser you use. The link will start with facebook.com/ followed by either your name or a long string of numbers. You can highlight this entire address, copy it, and paste it anywhere you need it.

Using the copy link option in your profile menu

Facebook also gives you a built-in way to copy your profile link without typing it. Go to your profile by clicking your profile picture. Look for a three-dot menu icon (⋯) near the top of your profile, usually to the right of your cover photo or near your name. Click that menu.

A list of options will appear. Look for "Copy link to profile" and click it. Facebook copies your profile link to your clipboard automatically. You can then paste it into a message, email, document, or any other place by pressing Ctrl+V on a computer or tapping and holding, then selecting "Paste" on a phone.

Understanding custom usernames versus profile numbers

Your profile link can take two different forms depending on your account setup. A custom username is a name you choose, making your link look like facebook.com/sarah.martinez or facebook.com/sarahm. A profile number is a long string of digits that Facebook assigns automatically, making your link look like facebook.com/100087654321.

Custom usernames are easier to remember and share because they are shorter and use words instead of numbers. If you do not have a custom username yet, you can create one by going to your profile settings. Look for "Username" in the settings menu, and Facebook will let you choose one if it is available. You can only change your username once every 60 days, so choose carefully.

Sharing your profile link with others

Once you have copied your profile link, you can share it anywhere. Paste it into a Facebook message, text message, email, or any social media platform. You can also add it to a resume, website, or online portfolio if you want people to find your profile easily.

When someone clicks your profile link, they will see your public profile information — the parts you have set to be visible to everyone or to friends, depending on your privacy settings. They will not see private messages or information you have hidden. Your profile link does not change, so you can save it and use it as many times as you need.

Troubleshooting if your link looks wrong

If your profile link is a long string of numbers and you want it to be shorter, you can create a custom username. Go to Settings and Privacy, then click Settings. Find "Username" in the left menu and click it. Facebook will show you available usernames based on your name. Pick one and confirm it.

If you cannot find your profile link in the address bar, make sure you are actually on your own profile page. Click your profile picture at the top of Facebook to go to your profile, not someone else's. If you are on the right page and the address bar is not visible, try scrolling to the top of the page or checking your browser settings to show the address bar.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my profile link after I share it?

You can change your custom username once every 60 days, which changes your profile link. However, old links to your profile may stop working. It is better to choose a username you want to keep and stick with it.

Is my profile link the same as my Facebook URL?

Yes. Your profile link and your Facebook URL are the same thing — they are both the web address that points to your profile page.

What if someone else has the username I want?

Facebook usernames are first-come, first-served. If the username you want is taken, try adding numbers, periods, or underscores to it. For example, if "sarah.martinez" is taken, you could try "sarah.martinez1" or "sarah_martinez."

Does sharing my profile link let people message me?

Sharing your profile link lets people see your profile and send you a friend request. Whether they can message you depends on your privacy settings. You can control who can message you in your Settings under "Privacy."