Where to find your LinkedIn URL and how to copy it

Your LinkedIn URL is the web address that takes someone directly to your profile. It appears in your browser's address bar when you visit your own profile, and it looks something like linkedin.com/in/yourname or linkedin.com/in/yourname123. You can copy this URL in seconds from your profile page or from your settings.

The easiest way is to go to your profile, look at the address bar at the top of your browser, and copy what you see there. But LinkedIn also gives you a cleaner version in your profile settings that removes extra tracking information — this is the version you should use when sharing your profile with employers, clients, or contacts.

Knowing where your URL lives matters because you may want to share it in different places: in your email signature, on your resume, in a cover letter, or on your personal website. Each platform handles the link slightly differently, and LinkedIn's settings page gives you the official version that works everywhere.

Key Takeaways

  • Your LinkedIn URL is found in your browser's address bar when you visit your profile, or in your profile settings under "Public profile & URL".
  • LinkedIn offers a custom URL option that lets you replace numbers and random characters with your name, making it shorter and easier to share.
  • The URL from your settings page is cleaner than the one in your address bar because it removes tracking parameters that LinkedIn adds automatically.
  • You can change your custom URL once per year, so choose something professional that you are comfortable sharing widely.

Copy your URL from your profile page

Open LinkedIn and sign in to your account. Click your profile photo in the top right corner of the page, then select View profile. This takes you to your public profile — the version that other people see when they visit your page.

Look at the address bar at the very top of your browser window. You will see a long URL that starts with linkedin.com/in/ followed by your name or a string of numbers. Click once in the address bar to highlight the entire URL, then right-click and select Copy, or use the keyboard shortcut Ctrl+C (Windows) or Command+C (Mac). The URL is now copied to your clipboard and ready to paste anywhere.

This method works on any device — phone, tablet, or computer — though the steps are slightly different on mobile. On a phone or tablet, tap the address bar, then hold your finger on the URL until a menu appears with a copy option.

Get a cleaner URL from your settings

LinkedIn lets you create a custom URL that is shorter and easier to remember. Instead of a URL that looks like linkedin.com/in/john-smith-12345678, you can have linkedin.com/in/johnsmith. This custom version is what you should copy and share, because it looks more professional and is easier to type.

To set up or find your custom URL, click your profile photo and select View profile. On the right side of your profile header (on desktop), you will see a section labeled Public profile & URL. Click the pencil icon next to your URL. If you have not created a custom URL yet, LinkedIn will show you options based on your name. Select the one you want, then click Save.

Once your custom URL is set, click in the URL field and copy it the same way you would copy from the address bar — highlight it, right-click, and select Copy. You can change your custom URL once per year, so take time to choose one you are comfortable with long-term.

Copy your URL on a mobile phone or tablet

On iPhone or Android, open the LinkedIn app and tap your profile photo at the bottom of the screen. This opens your profile page. Tap the three dots or menu icon (usually in the top right corner), then look for an option that says Share profile or Copy profile link. Tap that option and your URL is copied to your clipboard.

If you do not see a share button, you can also open your profile in your phone's web browser instead of the app. Tap the address bar at the top, hold your finger on the URL until a menu appears, and select Copy. Then you can paste it into an email, text message, or document.

Where to paste and share your LinkedIn URL

Once you have copied your URL, you can paste it almost anywhere. Use it in your email signature so people can find your profile when you send them a message. Add it to your resume or cover letter so hiring managers can see your full work history. Include it on your personal website or in your social media bios. You can also paste it into a message, email, or document by right-clicking and selecting Paste, or by using Ctrl+V (Windows) or Command+V (Mac).

When you share your URL, the person who clicks it will see your public profile — the version you have set to be visible to people outside LinkedIn. Make sure your profile photo, headline, and work history are filled in and professional before you start sharing your link widely.

What information shows when someone visits your URL

When someone clicks your LinkedIn URL, they see your public profile. This includes your name, headline (the job title or description under your name), profile photo, work history, education, skills, and any recommendations or endorsements you have received. It does not include your email address, phone number, or any messages you have sent privately.

You can control what appears on your public profile by adjusting your privacy settings. Go to your profile, click the pencil icon next to your name, and look for the Public profile section. From there you can choose what information is visible to people who are not your connections. Some people hide their full work history or education to keep that information private, while others make everything visible.

Troubleshooting: URL not copying or not working

If you copy your URL and it does not paste correctly, try copying it again. Sometimes the first copy does not register, especially on mobile devices. Make sure you are clicking in the address bar or the URL field in your settings, not somewhere else on the page.

If someone clicks your URL and sees an error message or a blank page, your profile may be set to private. Check your privacy settings to make sure your public profile is turned on. Go to your profile, click the pencil icon, and look for Public profile visibility. Make sure it is set to On. If it is off, turn it on and wait a few minutes for LinkedIn to update.

If you created a custom URL but it is not working, you may have made a typo when you set it up. Go back to your settings and double-check the spelling. Custom URLs are case-insensitive, so linkedin.com/in/JohnSmith and linkedin.com/in/johnsmith are the same link.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my LinkedIn URL after I share it?

Yes, but only once per year. If you have already used your one annual change, you will have to wait until the year is up. The old URL will still work and redirect to your profile, so links you have already shared will not break.

Why does my URL have numbers in it instead of just my name?

LinkedIn assigns a default URL based on your name, but if your name is common, LinkedIn adds numbers to make it unique. You can create a custom URL with just your name if that option is available, or you can use a variation like your first name and last initial.

Is my LinkedIn URL the same as my profile ID?

No. Your URL is the web address people use to visit your profile. Your profile ID is a hidden number LinkedIn uses internally. You only need to know and share your URL.

What happens if someone clicks my LinkedIn URL but is not logged in?

They will see your public profile, but LinkedIn will ask them to sign in or create an account to see more details. They can still see your name, photo, headline, and work history without logging in, depending on your privacy settings.

Can I use my LinkedIn URL on my resume?

Yes. Many employers expect to see a LinkedIn URL on a resume. Use your custom URL (the short, clean version) rather than the long one with numbers. Put it in your contact information section at the top, formatted the same way as your email and phone number.