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

Your Facebook URL is a unique web link that points to your profile page. It looks like facebook.com/yourname or facebook.com/numbers depending on how you set it up. This is different from your account login — it is the public-facing address that other people can visit to see your profile, and it is what you share when you want someone to find you on Facebook.

Finding your URL takes less than a minute. You can locate it from your profile page, your browser's address bar, or by copying it directly from Facebook's settings. Once you know where to look, you will be able to share it, change it, or check what information appears when someone visits.

Key Takeaways

  • Your Facebook URL appears in your browser's address bar when you visit your own profile page.
  • You can customize your URL to use your name instead of a long number string, but only once per account.
  • Your profile URL is public by default, so anyone can visit it unless you restrict your privacy settings.
  • Sharing your URL is safer than sharing your full name, because it prevents people from finding lookalike accounts.

How to find your URL by visiting your profile

The simplest way is to go to your own profile and look at the address bar at the top of your browser. Open Facebook, click your profile picture in the top right corner, and select "Profile" from the menu. Your browser will navigate to your profile page, and the address bar will display your URL — it will start with facebook.com/ followed by either your custom name or a string of numbers.

If you see numbers instead of a name, that is your default Facebook ID. You can change this to something more memorable, but Facebook only allows one custom URL per account, and you cannot reuse a URL you have already chosen. Write down or copy your URL so you have it saved.

How to create or change your custom URL

If your profile currently shows a number string, you can replace it with a custom URL using your name or a username you choose. Go to your profile, click the three dots or menu icon below your cover photo, and select "Edit profile." Look for a section labeled "Username" or "Facebook URL" — this is where you can set a custom address.

Click "Edit" next to your username, type the name or handle you want, and Facebook will check whether it is available. Custom URLs must be at least five characters long and can include letters, numbers, periods, and underscores. Once you confirm your choice, your new URL takes effect when ready. Keep in mind that you can only change your custom URL once every 60 days, so choose carefully.

How to copy and share your URL safely

Once you have your URL, you can copy it directly from the address bar. Click on the address bar, select all the text, copy it, and paste it wherever you need — in a message, email, or document. You can also right-click on your profile picture or name and select "Copy link" to grab your URL without typing it.

Sharing your URL is a good practice because it sends people directly to your profile instead of making them search for you by name. This prevents confusion with other accounts that might have a similar name. When you share your URL, make sure your privacy settings are set the way you want them, because anyone who visits will see whatever information you have made public.

What privacy settings control who sees your profile

Your profile URL is public, but what people see when they visit depends on your privacy settings. Go to Settings and Privacy, then select "Settings." Click "Privacy" on the left side, and you will see options for who can see your posts, photos, and personal information. You can set these to "Public," "Friends," "Friends except," or "Only me."

Even if your profile URL is shared, people cannot see your posts or photos unless your privacy settings allow it. If you set your posts to "Friends only," only people you have added as friends can view them, even if they have your URL. Review these settings regularly, especially if you have shared your URL with people outside your friend group.

Why your URL is different from your login information

Your profile URL and your login credentials are completely separate. Your URL is the public web address — it is meant to be shared. Your login information (the email or phone number and password you use to access Facebook) should never be shared with anyone. Someone who has your URL cannot log into your account, and someone who has your password cannot use it to find you unless they already know your name.

This separation is important for your security. You can safely give out your URL to people you want to connect with, but your login information should stay private. If you are ever asked to share your password in exchange for something, that is a scam — Facebook will never ask for your password.

How to find someone else's Facebook URL

If you want to find another person's Facebook URL, visit their profile page and copy the address from your browser's address bar. You can also click on their name or profile picture, wait for their profile card to appear, and look for a "View Profile" button — clicking it will take you to their full profile where you can see their URL.

Some people set their profiles to private, which means you may not be able to see much information about them unless you are friends. However, their URL will still be visible in the address bar. If you cannot find someone by searching their name, ask them directly for their URL — it is the fastest and most reliable way.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my Facebook URL more than once?

You can change your custom URL, but only once every 60 days. If you have never set a custom URL, you can create one. If you have already chosen one and want to change it, you must wait 60 days from your last change before Facebook will let you pick a new one.

What if my preferred username is already taken?

Facebook will tell you when ready if a username is unavailable. Try adding a number, period, or underscore to your preferred name — for example, john.smith or john_smith. You can also use your full name or a variation that is unique to you.

Is my Facebook URL the same as my profile ID?

No. Your profile ID is a long number that Facebook assigns to every account. Your URL is either a custom name you choose or that number displayed as a web address. The ID never changes, but your custom URL can be updated once every 60 days.

Can someone hack my account if they have my URL?

No. Your URL is public information — it is designed to be shared. Someone would need your login email or phone number and your password to access your account, not your URL. Keep your password private and use a strong one to protect your account.

Why does my URL show numbers instead of my name?

Every Facebook account starts with a numeric ID. If you have not created a custom URL yet, your profile address will display that number. You can set up a custom URL anytime by going to your profile settings and choosing a username that is at least five characters long.