Your LinkedIn URL is in your profile header, and you can copy it in seconds

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 LinkedIn gives you a custom version you can edit. The easiest way to find it is to open LinkedIn, go to your profile, and look at the address bar — it will show something like linkedin.com/in/yourname or a longer string of numbers and letters if you have not customized it yet.

You do not need to hunt through settings or menus. LinkedIn displays your URL prominently, and you can copy it directly from the profile page itself without any special steps. This matters because your LinkedIn URL is what you share when you want someone to find your professional profile — in an email signature, on a resume, in a job process, or on your personal website.

Key Takeaways

  • Your LinkedIn URL appears in the address bar when you visit your profile, and you can copy it directly from there.
  • You can customize your URL to something readable like linkedin.com/in/yourname instead of a long string of numbers.
  • The copy button for your URL is usually near your profile photo or in the "About" section, depending on which device you use.
  • Once you customize your URL, the old one stops working, so update anywhere you have shared the old link.

Finding your URL on desktop

On a computer, sign into LinkedIn and click on your profile photo in the top right corner. Select "View profile" from the menu. Once you are on your profile page, look at the address bar at the very top of your browser — that is your LinkedIn URL. You can click on it, select all the text, and copy it to paste elsewhere.

Alternatively, look for a small link icon or "Copy URL" button near your profile photo or name at the top of your profile. LinkedIn sometimes places this button in slightly different spots depending on which version of the site you are using, but it is always visible on the profile header. Click it once and the URL copies to your clipboard automatically.

Finding your URL on mobile

On a phone or tablet, open the LinkedIn app and tap your profile photo at the bottom of the screen. This takes you to your profile. At the top, you will see your name and headline. Tap the three dots (or sometimes a share icon) near your profile information — this opens a menu with options including "Copy profile URL" or "Share profile." Tap whichever option appears, and your URL is copied.

If you do not see a copy button, you can also open your profile in a mobile web browser instead of the app. The address bar will show your URL just as it does on desktop, and you can select and copy it from there. This method works on any phone, whether or not you have the LinkedIn app installed.

Customizing your URL to make it memorable

LinkedIn gives you a custom URL that is shorter and easier to share than the default long string of numbers. To set this up, go to your profile and look for "Edit public profile" or "Edit profile." In the section that shows your current URL, you will see an "Edit" button next to it. Click that button and type in the custom name you want — usually your first and last name, or a variation if your name is already taken.

Once you customize your URL, anyone who clicks the old one will see an error page. This means if you have shared your LinkedIn URL in an email signature, on a resume, or anywhere else online, you should update those places with your new custom URL. The custom version is much easier for people to remember and looks more professional when you share it.

LinkedIn limits your custom URL to 30 characters and does not allow spaces or special characters. You can change it once every six months, so choose something you are comfortable with for a while. Most people use their first and last name, or first name plus last initial if their full name is taken.

What happens when you share your LinkedIn URL

When you share your LinkedIn URL with someone, they can view your profile without being your connection. What they see depends on your privacy settings. If your profile is public, they will see your headline, photo, work history, education, and any posts you have made public. If your profile is private, they will see less information and may need to send you a connection request to view more.

Sharing your URL does not automatically connect you with the person who clicks it. They have to send you a connection request, and you have to accept it. Your URL is just a way to point someone to your profile — it does not grant them access to anything beyond what your privacy settings already allow them to see.

Privacy considerations when sharing your URL

Your LinkedIn URL is public information by design. Anyone with the link can find your profile, and search engines can index it. This is usually what you want — your profile is meant to be found by recruiters, colleagues, and people in your industry. But it does mean your professional information is visible to anyone on the internet who has your URL.

Before you share your URL widely, check your privacy settings. Go to "Settings and privacy," then "Visibility," and review what information is visible to people who are not your connections. You can choose to hide your activity, limit who can see your connections, or make your profile private entirely. These settings do not change your URL or prevent people from finding you — they just control what information is visible when they do.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my LinkedIn URL after I customize it?

Yes, but only once every six months. Go to your profile, find the custom URL section, and click "Edit." Type in your new custom name and save. The old URL will no longer work, so update anywhere you have shared it.

What if my name is already taken as a custom URL?

LinkedIn will tell you when you try to claim it. Add a middle initial, a number, or a word like "official" or "pro" to make it unique. For example, if "john-smith" is taken, try "john-m-smith" or "johnsmith-pro."

Is my LinkedIn URL the same as my LinkedIn ID?

No. Your URL is the web address (like linkedin.com/in/yourname). Your LinkedIn ID is a number LinkedIn assigns to your account. You do not need to know your ID for most purposes — your URL is what you share.

Can I hide my LinkedIn URL from search engines?

Not completely. Your URL is public by design, and search engines can find it. You can make your profile private to limit what information is visible, but the profile itself will still be findable by anyone with the link.

Do I need to share my LinkedIn URL in a job process?

It depends on the employer. Some applications ask for it, others do not. If there is a field for it, paste your custom URL. If not, you can mention it in a cover letter or email, but do not force it into a field where it does not belong.