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 you set it up. You need this link when you want to share your profile with someone, add it to a resume or website, or send it to a friend who wants to find you.
Facebook creates this link automatically when you set up your account. You can find it in seconds from your profile page, and you can customize part of it to make it easier to remember and share. The link itself is public information — anyone with the link can see whatever parts of your profile you have set to public, but the link alone does not give them access to private messages or hidden posts.
Key Takeaways
- Your Facebook profile link appears in the address bar when you visit your own profile, and you can copy it directly from there.
- You can customize your profile link to use your name instead of a long string of numbers, making it easier to share and remember.
- Your profile link is public, so anyone with it can see your public posts and information, but it does not expose private messages or hidden content.
- You should only share your profile link with people you trust, and check your privacy settings to control what strangers can see on your profile.
Finding your profile link from your profile page
The fastest way to find your profile link is to go to your own profile and look at the address bar at the top of your browser. Open Facebook and click your name or profile picture in the top right corner. This takes you to your profile page. Look at the web address in the address bar — it will start with facebook.com/ followed by either your name or a series of numbers.
Once you see the address, you can copy it. Click in the address bar, select all the text (or triple-click to highlight it), then right-click and choose Copy. You now have your profile link ready to paste anywhere — into an email, a text message, a document, or another website. If the address is a long string of numbers instead of your name, you can customize it (see the next section).
Customizing your profile link to use your name
Facebook lets you create a custom profile link using your name or a username you choose, which is much easier to share than a string of numbers. To set this up, click the down arrow in the top right corner of Facebook and select Settings and Privacy, then Settings. On the left side, click Personal Information. Look for the row labeled Username and click Edit next to it.
Type the username you want to use. Facebook will tell you if it is already taken. Your username can include letters, numbers, periods, and underscores, but it must be at least five characters long. Once you choose one that is available, click Review. Facebook will show you what your new profile link will look like. If you are happy with it, click Confirm. Your profile link is now facebook.com/yourusername instead of the number version.
You can change your username, but Facebook limits you to one change every 60 days. Choose something you are comfortable sharing, because once you set it, that link is what you will give to people.
Finding your profile link on mobile devices
On a phone or tablet, finding your profile link takes one extra step because you cannot see the address bar the same way. Open the Facebook app and tap your profile picture or name at the bottom right (on iPhone) or top left (on Android). This opens your profile. Tap the three horizontal lines (the menu icon) at the bottom right, then scroll down and tap Settings and Privacy, then Settings.
Tap Personal Information, then tap Username. You will see your current profile link displayed on the screen. Tap and hold on the link to select it, then choose Copy from the menu that appears. You can now paste this link anywhere you need it. If you want to customize your username from your phone, you can do that in this same menu by tapping Edit next to Username.
Understanding what people can see when they visit your profile link
When someone clicks your profile link, they see whatever you have set to public in your privacy settings. This usually includes your profile picture, cover photo, name, and any posts you have marked as public. They cannot see private messages, photos you have hidden, or posts you have marked for friends only — unless they are already your friend.
Before you share your profile link widely, check what is visible to strangers. Go to your profile and look at what appears when you are not logged in, or ask a friend to visit your link and tell you what they see. If you want to limit what strangers can see, go to Settings and Privacy, then Settings, then Privacy. You can adjust who can see your posts, your friend list, and other information. The most common setting is to make your profile visible to everyone but only show your public posts to non-friends.
Sharing your profile link safely
Your profile link is safe to share with people you know and trust. You can put it in an email, text message, or professional document without risk — the link itself does not expose your password or private information. However, you should think about who you share it with, because anyone with the link can see your public content.
If you are sharing your profile link for a job search or professional reason, make sure your public posts and photos represent you the way you want to be seen. Avoid sharing your profile link in public comments, on forums, or with strangers online. If someone asks for your profile link and you do not know them, it is fine to decline. You control who gets access to your profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I change my profile link after I set it?
Yes, you can change your username and therefore your profile link, but only once every 60 days. Go to Settings and Privacy, then Settings, then Personal Information, then Username, and click Edit. Choose a new username and confirm the change. The old link will no longer work.
What if my username is already taken?
Facebook will tell you when ready if the username you want is already in use. Try a variation — add numbers, a period, or an underscore. For example, if "john.smith" is taken, try "john.smith22" or "john_smith". Keep trying until you find one that is available.
Is my profile link the same as my Facebook URL?
Yes, they are the same thing. Your profile link and your Facebook URL are the web address that points to your profile. Whether you call it a link or a URL, it is the address in the address bar when you visit your profile.
Can someone find my profile without the link?
Yes, anyone can search for you by name in Facebook's search bar and find your profile if your privacy settings allow it. The link is just a direct way to get there. If you want to be harder to find, adjust your privacy settings to limit who can search for you by name.
What should I do if I do not want people to find my profile?
Go to Settings and Privacy, then Settings, then Privacy. Look for the option "Who can look you up using the email address or phone number you provided?" and set it to Friends. You can also limit who can search for you by name. These settings make you harder to find but do not hide you completely from people who already know your name.