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 Facebook set up your account. You can find it in seconds, copy it, and share it anywhere — in an email, a text message, on another website, or in a document.
The link is different from your profile itself. Your profile is the page with your photo, posts, and information. The link is just the address that gets people there. You do not need special permission to share your link, and it does not cost anything.
Key Takeaways
- Your Facebook profile link appears in the address bar at the top of your browser when you visit your own profile page.
- You can copy the link by clicking the address bar, selecting all the text, and pressing Ctrl+C (or Cmd+C on Mac), then paste it anywhere you need it.
- If your link shows numbers instead of your name, you can create a custom username in Facebook settings to make it easier to remember and share.
- Sharing your profile link does not give people access to private messages or unpublished photos — they see only what your privacy settings allow them to see.
Finding your profile link in the address bar
The fastest way to get your link is to visit your own profile and look at the address bar at the very top of your browser window. Open Facebook, click your name or profile picture anywhere on the page, and you will land on your profile. The address bar now shows your profile link — it is the text that starts with facebook.com/.
On a computer, the address bar is at the top left. On a phone, it is usually at the top center or bottom, depending on whether you use an iPhone or Android device. The link is already there; you just need to see it and copy it.
Copying and pasting your link
Once you can see your link in the address bar, select it by clicking once on the address bar and then pressing Ctrl+A (on Windows) or Cmd+A (on Mac). This highlights all the text. Then press Ctrl+C (Windows) or Cmd+C (Mac) to copy it.
Now you can paste the link anywhere. Open an email, a text message, a document, or another website, click where you want the link to go, and press Ctrl+V (Windows) or Cmd+V (Mac). The link will appear. You can do this as many times as you want — copying does not use it up.
Creating a custom username so your link is easier to remember
If your profile link shows a long string of numbers instead of your name, you can create a custom username to replace it. This makes your link shorter and easier to share. For example, instead of facebook.com/100087654321, your link could be facebook.com/jamesrodriguez.
To set up a custom username, go to your profile, click the three horizontal lines (menu) in the top right, select Settings, then click Username on the left side. Facebook will show you what usernames are available. Type the one you want, click Reserve, and it is done. Your old link still works, but your new one is shorter and more personal.
You can change your username once every 60 days if you need to. Facebook will not let you use a username that is already taken or one that looks too much like someone else's name.
Understanding what people see when they visit your link
When someone clicks your profile link, they see only what your privacy settings allow them to see. If your profile is public, they see your profile picture, cover photo, and any posts you marked as public. If your profile is private, they see less — usually just your name and profile picture, plus a button to send you a friend request.
Sharing your link does not give people access to your private messages, your friend list (if you hid it), or any photos you did not publish. Your link is safe to share widely because Facebook's privacy rules protect what is hidden.
Sharing your link in different places
Once you have copied your link, you can paste it into emails, text messages, social media posts, websites, or documents. There is no limit to where you can share it or how many times. Some people put their Facebook link on a resume, a business card, a website, or in an email signature so people can find them easily.
If you want to make your link look nicer in a message or email, you can type something like "Find me on Facebook: " and then paste the link after it. Most apps will turn the link into a clickable button automatically.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I change my Facebook profile link?
Yes, by creating or changing your custom username. Your original numbered link stays active, but your new custom link becomes the main one. You can change your username once every 60 days through Settings.
What if someone else has the username I want?
Facebook will not let you use a username that is already taken. Try a variation — add a number, a dot, or an underscore. For example, if jamesrodriguez is taken, try james.rodriguez or jamesrodriguez1.
Is it safe to share my Facebook profile link?
Yes. Your link only shows what your privacy settings allow. It does not give people access to private messages, hidden photos, or your friend list. You control what is visible through your privacy settings.
Can I copy my link on a phone the same way as a computer?
Yes, but the steps are slightly different. Tap the address bar, select all the text, tap Copy, then go where you want to paste it and tap Paste. On some phones, you may need to hold down on the address bar to see the copy option.
What is the difference between my profile link and my profile?
Your profile is the actual page with your information and posts. Your profile link is just the web address that takes people to that page. The link is what you share; the profile is what they see when they arrive.