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

Your Facebook URL is a custom link that points to your profile page — something like facebook.com/yourname instead of a long string of numbers. Facebook creates a default URL for you automatically, but you can customize it to make it easier to share and remember. Finding your current URL takes less than a minute, whether it's the default version or one you've already customized.

Knowing your own URL matters for a few reasons. You might want to share it with someone, include it on a resume or website, or check what URL you're currently using before you change it. You also need to know your URL to spot whether someone has created a fake profile pretending to be you — a fake profile will have a slightly different URL, even if the name looks identical.

Key Takeaways

  • Your Facebook URL appears in your browser's address bar when you visit your own profile, and you can copy it directly from there.
  • You can customize your URL once to something memorable, but Facebook limits you to one custom URL per account and you cannot change it again for 60 days.
  • Your custom URL must be at least 5 characters long and can only contain letters, numbers, periods, and underscores — no spaces or special characters.
  • If someone else has already claimed the custom URL you want, you cannot use it, even if that person's account is inactive or deleted.

Finding your current URL on desktop

Open Facebook and click on your profile picture or name in the top right corner. Select "Profile" from the menu that appears. Your browser's address bar at the top of the screen now shows your current Facebook URL. It will look like facebook.com/yourname if you have a custom URL, or facebook.com/profile.php?id=1234567890 if you're still using the default version with your ID number.

You can copy this URL by clicking in the address bar, selecting all the text, and pressing Ctrl+C (or Cmd+C on Mac). Paste it anywhere you need it with Ctrl+V or Cmd+V. This is the exact link that other people will use to find your profile.

Finding your current URL on mobile

Open the Facebook app and tap the menu icon (three horizontal lines) in the bottom right corner. Tap your name at the top of the menu. You're now on your profile page. Tap the three dots in the top right corner of your profile section and select "Copy link to profile." Facebook copies your current URL to your clipboard so you can paste it into messages, emails, or other apps.

If you want to see the actual URL text instead of just copying it, open Facebook in your mobile web browser instead of the app. The steps are the same as desktop — go to your profile and look at the address bar to see the full URL.

How to create or change your custom URL

Go to facebook.com/username on desktop. Facebook shows you your current custom URL and gives you the option to create a new one if you haven't already. Click "Edit" or "Create a username" and type the custom URL you want. Facebook checks in real time whether that URL is available — if it's taken, you'll see a message and need to try a different one.

Your custom URL must be at least 5 characters long and can contain only letters (a–z), numbers (0–9), periods (.), and underscores (_). You cannot use spaces, hyphens, or other special characters. Once you confirm your choice, Facebook locks that URL to your account. You can change it again, but not for 60 days after you make this change.

If you've already customized your URL once and want to change it again, you'll need to wait 60 days from the date you made the last change. Facebook enforces this waiting period to prevent people from constantly switching URLs and confusing others about which link is real.

Spotting a fake profile using the URL

If someone sends you a link claiming to be a friend's profile, check the URL carefully before you click it. A real profile URL will be facebook.com/[their username] or facebook.com/profile.php?id=[their number]. A fake profile might have a URL like facebook.com/[their username]1 or facebook.com/[their username]official — notice the extra characters added to the end.

Scammers often create fake profiles with URLs that look almost identical to the real one, counting on you not to notice the small difference. If you're unsure, visit the real person's profile by searching for them directly in Facebook's search bar instead of clicking a link someone sent you. That way you know you're on the authentic profile.

What to do if someone else is using your name

If you find a profile with your name but a different URL, and you didn't create it, report it to Facebook. Go to the fake profile, click the three dots in the top right, and select "Report profile." Choose "It's pretending to be someone" and follow Facebook's steps to report it. Facebook reviews these reports and removes profiles that violate their rules about impersonation.

Keep in mind that Facebook allows multiple people to have the same name — what matters is the URL. Two people can both be named "John Smith" as long as their URLs are different. If someone has your exact name but a different URL, and their profile looks nothing like yours, they're probably just another person with the same name, not an imposter.

Sharing your URL safely

Your Facebook URL is public information — anyone who visits your profile can see it. Sharing your URL with someone doesn't expose any private information that isn't already visible on your profile. However, think about who you're sharing it with and why. If you're sharing it with someone you don't know well, make sure your privacy settings limit what they can see on your profile.

You can include your Facebook URL on a resume, website, or business card if you want employers or clients to find you. Just make sure your profile picture, cover photo, and visible posts represent you the way you want to be seen professionally. Check your privacy settings to control whether strangers can message you or see your friends list.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I have multiple custom URLs for the same account?

No. Each Facebook account can have only one custom URL at a time. You can change it, but you must wait 60 days between changes. Your default URL (the one with your ID number) is always active as a backup, even if you create a custom URL.

What if the custom URL I want is taken?

You cannot use it. Once someone claims a custom URL, it stays theirs even if they delete their account or stop using Facebook. Try a variation — add a number, underscore, or period to make it unique. For example, if "jane.smith" is taken, try "jane.smith1" or "jane_smith".

Does my URL change if I change my name on Facebook?

No. Your custom URL stays the same even if you change your display name. Your URL is locked to your account separately from your name. This is actually useful — people can still find you by your URL even if you update your name.

Is my Facebook URL the same as my Facebook ID?

No. Your Facebook ID is a long number that Facebook assigns to your account (like 1234567890). Your URL is either a custom name you choose or a profile link that contains your ID. The URL is human-readable; the ID is not.

Can someone find my profile if they only have my URL?

Yes. Your URL is the direct link to your profile, so anyone with it can visit your page. They'll see whatever you've set your privacy settings to allow. This is why it's important to review your privacy settings if you're sharing your URL with people you don't know well.