Your Facebook URL is the web address people use to visit your profile directly

Your Facebook URL is a custom web address that points to your profile — something like facebook.com/yourname instead of a long string of numbers. Facebook automatically creates one based on your name, but you can customize it. You need this URL when you want to share your profile with someone, add it to a resume or website, or let people find you without searching.

Finding your URL takes less than a minute. The address is already live the moment you create a Facebook account — you just need to know where to look for it. If you have customized it before, you can change it again, though Facebook limits how often you can do this.

Key Takeaways

  • Your Facebook URL appears in your browser's address bar when you visit your own profile, and it always starts with facebook.com/.
  • You can customize your URL once through Settings, but Facebook limits changes to once every 30 days.
  • A custom URL is easier to share and remember than your default profile number, but your old URL stops working once you change it.
  • Your URL is public — anyone with the link can view whatever parts of your profile you have set to public.

Finding your URL by visiting your profile

The simplest way to find your URL is to open your own profile and look at the address bar. On a computer, click your profile picture in the top right corner of Facebook, then click your name from the menu that appears. Your browser will show the URL in the address bar at the top of the page — this is your Facebook URL.

On a phone or tablet, tap the menu icon (three horizontal lines) at the bottom right, scroll down and tap your name, then look at the address bar. The URL will be visible there. Write it down or copy it if you need to use it elsewhere.

Customizing your URL through Settings

Facebook lets you change your URL to something more memorable than the default. Go to Settings by clicking the downward arrow in the top right corner of Facebook, then select Settings and Privacy, then Settings. On the left side, click Personal Information, then look for the Username field.

Click Edit next to Username. Type the custom name you want — it can include letters, numbers, and periods, but not spaces or special characters. Facebook will tell you when ready if the name is already taken. Once you choose one that is available, click Review, then Confirm. Your new URL is active right away, but the old one stops working.

Facebook limits username changes to once every 30 days. If you try to change it again too soon, you will see a message telling you when you can change it next. Plan your custom URL carefully, because changing it frequently confuses people who have the old link saved.

What happens if your desired username is taken

If the username you want is already in use, Facebook will not let you have it. Try adding a number, a period, or an underscore — facebook.com/yourname1 or facebook.com/your.name both work. You can also try a variation of your name that is still recognizable to people looking for you.

Do not try to impersonate someone else or use a name that is too similar to a public figure's account, as Facebook may disable your account. Stick to variations of your actual name or a nickname people know you by.

Sharing your URL safely

Your Facebook URL is public information — anyone with the link can visit your profile and see whatever you have set to public. Before you share your URL widely, check your privacy settings to make sure you are comfortable with what strangers can see. Go to Settings, then Privacy, and review who can see your posts, photos, and friend list.

You can share your URL in emails, on resumes, on other websites, or in messages to people you know. Many people add their Facebook URL to professional profiles or personal websites so others can find them. Just remember that once you share a link, you cannot control where it ends up, so only share it with people you trust or in places where you are comfortable being found.

Finding someone else's Facebook URL

To find another person's Facebook URL, visit their profile and look at the address bar. Their URL will be displayed there. You can then copy it and share it with others, or bookmark it to find them again later. If their profile is private, you may not be able to see much of their information, but you can still see their URL and send them a friend request.

If you cannot find someone by searching their name, ask them directly for their URL. Some people use uncommon usernames or have privacy settings that make them harder to find through search.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my Facebook URL back to my old one?

No. Once you change your username, the old URL is released and you cannot claim it again. If you change your mind, you will have to wait 30 days and choose a different custom URL. Choose carefully before you make the change.

What if I do not customize my URL — do I still have one?

Yes. Facebook creates a default URL for every account using a number string. You can find it by visiting your profile and checking the address bar. You can leave it as is or customize it anytime through Settings.

Will my old Facebook URL still work if I change my username?

No. Once you change your username, the old URL stops working. Anyone who tries to visit the old link will see an error. Tell people about your new URL if you have shared the old one widely.

Can I use special characters or spaces in my custom URL?

No. Facebook only allows letters, numbers, and periods in usernames. Spaces, underscores, hyphens, and other special characters are not permitted. Use periods to separate words if you need to — facebook.com/your.name works.

Is my Facebook URL the same as my profile ID number?

No. Your profile ID is a long number that Facebook uses internally. Your URL is the human-readable address. You can have a custom URL while your profile ID stays the same behind the scenes.