Your Facebook address is the custom URL that appears in your browser when you visit your profile

Your Facebook address (also called a username or custom URL) is the web link that takes people directly to your profile. It looks like facebook.com/yourname instead of a long string of numbers. Facebook creates a default version for you automatically, but you can customize it to something easier to share and remember.

Finding your current address takes less than a minute. The simplest way is to visit your profile, look at the web address in your browser's address bar, and copy what comes after facebook.com/. That's your address. You can also find it in your profile settings under the "Username" field, which shows exactly what you've set it to.

Knowing your address matters because it's what you give people when you want them to find you on Facebook, and it's what appears when you share your profile link. It's also the address you use if you ever need to change it or troubleshoot access problems.

Key Takeaways

  • Your Facebook address is the custom URL in your browser address bar when you visit your profile, shown as facebook.com/yourname.
  • You can find your current address by checking your profile settings under "Username" or by looking at the web address when you're on your profile page.
  • Facebook assigns you a default address automatically, but you can change it once to a custom username that's easier to share.
  • Your address is what other people use to find and visit your profile, so keeping it consistent makes it easier for people to locate you.

Finding your address through your profile settings

Open Facebook and click your profile picture in the top right corner. Select "Settings and privacy," then click "Settings." On the left side, you'll see a menu — click "Personal information." Look for the field labeled "Username" — that's your Facebook address. It will show exactly what your current address is, without the facebook.com/ part in front.

If you don't see a Username field, it means you haven't set a custom one yet and Facebook is using a default address (usually a string of numbers). In that case, you can create a custom username by clicking "Add username" or "Create username" in that same section. Facebook lets you change your username once, so choose something you're comfortable with long-term.

Finding your address in your browser

The quickest way to see your address is to go to your profile and look at the web address at the top of your browser. When you're on your profile page, the address bar shows something like facebook.com/yourname or facebook.com/100012345678. Everything after the forward slash is your address.

This method works on both desktop and mobile, though on mobile you may need to tap the address bar to see the full web address. If you see a long number instead of a name, that's your default address — you haven't customized it yet. You can still change it once through your settings.

What to do if you can't find your username field

Some accounts don't show a Username field in settings, usually because they're very old or were set up differently. If you don't see it, try going directly to facebook.com/username in your browser — if you have a custom username, this page will let you manage it. If that page doesn't load or shows an error, your account may not have a custom username set up yet.

In that case, look for an "Add username" button in your Personal Information settings. Click it and follow the steps to create one. Facebook will check that your choice isn't already taken and let you know if you need to pick something different. Once you set a custom username, you can change it again, but Facebook may require you to wait a certain amount of time between changes.

Sharing your address safely

Once you know your address, you can share it with people who want to find you on Facebook. The safest way to share it is to copy the full link from your browser address bar and paste it into a message, email, or text. This ensures you're giving the exact, correct address with no typos.

You can also use Facebook's built-in share feature — click the three dots on your profile and select "Copy link to profile." This copies the full, correct address to your clipboard so you can paste it anywhere. Avoid typing out your address by hand in messages, since typos can send people to the wrong profile or to a profile that doesn't exist.

Changing your address if you want something different

If you want to change your username to something else, go back to Settings, then Personal Information, and click next to your Username field. You'll see an "Edit" button or pencil icon. Click it, type your new username, and click "Review Change" or "Save." Facebook will tell you right away if the username is already taken or if it breaks their naming rules.

Keep in mind that Facebook lets you change your username, but there may be a waiting period between changes — usually a few days or weeks depending on your account history. If you've recently changed it, you may need to wait before changing it again. Once you confirm the change, your old address stops working and your new one becomes active when ready.

Why your address matters for account security

Your Facebook address is public information — anyone can see it and use it to find your profile. That's by design, since it's meant to be straightforward for people to locate you. However, knowing your own address helps you spot if someone has created a fake profile pretending to be you, since they would need a different address (Facebook won't let two accounts have the same username).

Your address is also what you use if you ever need to recover your account or troubleshoot login problems. If you forget your password, Facebook may ask you to confirm your username as part of the recovery process. Keeping track of your current address means you'll know exactly what to enter if that happens.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is my Facebook address the same as my email address?

No. Your email address is what you use to log in to Facebook, while your Facebook address (username) is the public URL people use to find your profile. You can have multiple email addresses linked to your account, but you only have one Facebook address at a time.

Can someone else use my Facebook address if I don't set a custom one?

No. Facebook assigns you a default address automatically (usually numbers), and no one else can claim it. However, setting a custom username makes your profile easier to find and share, so it's worth doing if you plan to give people your profile link.

What happens to my old address if I change my username?

Your old address stops working when ready. Anyone who tries to visit your old link will see an error or be redirected. Make sure to tell people your new address if you change it, and update any places where you've shared your old link (like a website or email signature).

Can I use special characters or spaces in my Facebook address?

No. Facebook usernames can only contain letters, numbers, and periods. Spaces, hyphens, underscores, and other special characters aren't allowed. If you try to use them, Facebook will reject the username and ask you to choose something different.

How do I know if someone created a fake account with a name similar to mine?

Search Facebook for your name and look at the results. Your real profile will have your correct address (username) in the URL. If you see another profile with a similar name but a different address, it may be a fake account. You can report it to Facebook by clicking the three dots on that profile and selecting "Report."