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

Your Facebook profile link is a web address that takes people straight to your profile when they click it. It looks like facebook.com/yourname or facebook.com/numbers depending on how you set it up. You need this link if you want to share your profile with someone, add it to a resume or website, or verify your identity on other platforms.

Facebook gives you two types of profile links: a custom one (if you created one) and a numeric ID that always works. Both point to the same place. Knowing which one you have and where to find it takes about two minutes, and it's useful information to have on hand.

Key Takeaways

  • Your profile link appears in the address bar when you visit your own profile, and you can copy it directly from there.
  • A custom URL like facebook.com/yourname is easier to share than a numeric ID, but both work the same way.
  • You can find your numeric ID by right-clicking your profile picture and inspecting the image properties, or by checking your Facebook settings.
  • Once you have your profile link, save it somewhere you can find it — a notes app, email draft, or password manager — so you don't have to hunt for it again.

How to find your profile link on desktop

Open Facebook and click your profile picture in the top right corner. This takes you to your profile page. Look at the address bar at the very top of your browser — the long field that shows the web address. You will see something like facebook.com/yourname or facebook.com/100012345678. That entire address is your profile link.

Highlight the address bar text, right-click, and select "Copy". You now have your profile link ready to paste anywhere you need it. If you want to test it, open a new tab, paste it into the address bar, and press Enter. It should take you back to your profile.

How to find your profile link on mobile

Open the Facebook app and tap your profile picture at the bottom of the screen (on Android) or in the menu (on iPhone). Once you are on your profile, tap the three horizontal lines (menu icon) at the bottom right. Scroll down and tap "Copy link to profile" if that option appears. Facebook will copy your profile link to your clipboard automatically.

If you do not see that option, you can still find your link another way. Tap the three dots at the top right of your profile, then tap "Copy link". On some versions of the app, you may need to tap "Share" instead and look for a "Copy link" button in the menu that appears.

Understanding custom URLs versus numeric IDs

A custom URL is a personalized profile link you create yourself, like facebook.com/sarah.chen or facebook.com/sarahchen. It is easier to remember and looks cleaner when you share it. You can create one by going to facebook.com/username, but Facebook only lets you set a custom URL once, so choose carefully.

A numeric ID is a long string of numbers that Facebook assigns to every account automatically, like facebook.com/100012345678. This ID never changes and always works, even if you change your name or custom URL later. Both links point to the same profile, so it does not matter which one you use when sharing.

Where to find your numeric ID if you need it

If you have a custom URL but need your numeric ID for some reason, you can find it in your browser. Right-click your profile picture on your profile page and select "Inspect" (or "Inspect Element" depending on your browser). A panel will open showing code. Look for a number that appears in the image source — it will be a long string of digits. That is your numeric ID.

Another way is to go to facebook.com/settings/personal-information. Scroll to the bottom of the page and look for "ID" — your numeric ID will be listed there. This method is slower but does not require you to read code.

Why you should keep your profile link somewhere safe

Once you have your profile link, write it down or save it in a place you can find it later. A notes app on your phone, a document on your computer, or a password manager all work well. This saves you time if you need to share it with someone or use it to verify your identity on another website.

Keeping your profile link handy also helps if you ever need to troubleshoot account issues. Support staff or security tools sometimes ask for it to confirm which account you are trying to access. Having it ready means you can respond quickly instead of hunting through your browser history.

What to do if you cannot find your profile link

If you are logged out of Facebook, you cannot see your own profile link the same way. Log back in first, then follow the steps above. If you are logged in but your profile picture does not appear in the top corner, try refreshing the page or clearing your browser cache.

If you have been locked out of your account, you will not be able to access your profile link until you regain access. In that case, focus on recovering your account first through facebook.com/login/identify. Once you are back in, your profile link will be waiting for you in the same places described above.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can someone else see my profile link if I do not share it?

Your profile link is public information — anyone can find it by visiting your profile. Sharing your link does not reveal anything that was not already visible. The link itself is just a shortcut to a page people could find by searching your name.

Does my profile link change if I change my name on Facebook?

If you have a custom URL, it stays the same even if you change your name. Your numeric ID never changes either. Both links will always point to your current profile, no matter what name you are using.

What is the difference between my profile link and my Facebook username?

Your username is the custom part of your profile link — the word or phrase after facebook.com/. Your profile link is the complete web address. If your username is "sarah.chen", your full profile link is facebook.com/sarah.chen.

Can I change my profile link after I create it?

You can change your custom URL only once, and only if you set one up. After that, Facebook locks it in. Your numeric ID cannot be changed at all. If you regret your choice, you are stuck with it, so think it through before you create a custom URL.

Is it safe to share my profile link with strangers?

Sharing your profile link does not give anyone access to your account or private information. It only shows them what you have already made public on your profile. If you want to limit what strangers see, adjust your privacy settings before sharing the link.