Your Instagram link is the URL that takes people directly to your profile

Your Instagram link is a web address that opens your profile when someone clicks it. Instagram creates this automatically when you set up your account. The link follows the pattern instagram.com/yourusername — so if your username is "sarah_photos", your link is instagram.com/sarah_photos.

You do not need to create or request this link. It exists the moment your account does. You just need to know where to find it so you can share it with people who want to follow you, add it to your website, or include it in an email signature.

Key Takeaways

  • Your Instagram link is always instagram.com/ followed by your exact username, with no spaces or special characters.
  • You can copy your link directly from Instagram by opening your profile and tapping the share button, then selecting "Copy Link".
  • If you changed your username, your old link stops working and people must use the new one.
  • You can share your link through text, email, or social media, or add it to your website's contact page or bio.

Finding your link on the Instagram app

Open Instagram on your phone and tap your profile icon at the bottom right. This takes you to your profile page, where you see your username, bio, and posts. At the top right of your profile, you will see three horizontal lines (called a menu icon). Tap that icon.

A menu will appear with several options. Look for the option that says "Share profile" or shows a link symbol. Tap it. Instagram will show you a menu with ways to share — you will see options like "Copy link", "Message", or "Share to Stories". Tap "Copy link". The link is now saved to your phone's clipboard, and you can paste it anywhere you need it.

Finding your link on Instagram's website

Go to instagram.com in a web browser and log in if you are not already signed in. Click your profile icon in the top right corner, then click "Profile". You are now on your profile page. Look at the web address bar at the very top of your browser — the URL shown there is your Instagram link. It will read instagram.com/yourusername.

To copy it, click once in the address bar to select the text, then right-click and choose "Copy", or use the keyboard shortcut Ctrl+C on Windows or Command+C on Mac. You can now paste this link anywhere you want to share it.

What happens if you change your username

If you change your Instagram username, your old link stops working. Anyone who tries to visit the old link will see an error page. Your new link becomes instagram.com/yournewusername, and that is the only link that works going forward.

If you have shared your Instagram link on a website, in an email signature, or in other places, you will need to update those links after you change your username. Check anywhere you have posted the link and replace it with your new one. This is one reason to choose a username you plan to keep — changing it repeatedly means updating links in many places.

Sharing your link through different platforms

Once you have copied your link, you can paste it almost anywhere. In text messages, email, or other messaging apps, straightforward paste the link and the person receiving it can click it to go to your profile. On other social media platforms like Facebook or Twitter, paste your link in a post or comment. People will see it as a clickable link.

If you have a personal website or blog, you can add your Instagram link to your contact page, about page, or footer. Most website builders have a straightforward way to add links — you paste the URL into a text field and the website turns it into a clickable link automatically. You can also add your Instagram link to your email signature so it appears at the bottom of every email you send.

Using Instagram's built-in sharing features

Instagram offers a faster way to share your profile without copying and pasting. When you tap "Share profile" from your profile menu, you can choose to send it directly to specific people through Instagram's messaging feature, or share it to your Instagram Stories. If you choose to share to Stories, your followers will see a link they can tap to visit your profile.

You can also use Instagram's "Invite friends" feature, which appears in your profile menu. This lets you search for people by name or email and send them an invitation to follow you. Instagram handles the link automatically — you do not need to copy anything.

Keeping your link safe and private

Your Instagram link is public information — anyone who knows your username can find your profile. There is no private or hidden version of your link. If you want to control who sees your profile, you can make your account private through your settings. When your account is private, people must send you a follow request, and you decide whether to accept.

Making your account private does not change your link or hide it. The link still works the same way — it just means that when someone visits your profile, they see a request button instead of being able to see your posts when ready. Your link itself remains public and shareable.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I create a custom Instagram link that is different from my username?

No. Instagram does not allow custom links. Your link is always instagram.com/ followed by your exact username. If you want a shorter or different-looking link, you would need to use a link shortener service like bit.ly or tinyurl, which creates a short link that redirects to your Instagram profile.

What if someone else has the username I want?

You cannot use a username that is already taken. You will need to choose a different username. Once you pick an available username and create your account, your link becomes instagram.com/yourusername automatically.

Does my Instagram link work on mobile and desktop the same way?

Yes. The link instagram.com/yourusername works on phones, tablets, and computers. When someone clicks it on a phone, it usually opens the Instagram app if they have it installed. On a computer, it opens Instagram in the web browser.

Can I see how many people clicked my Instagram link?

If you have a business or creator account, Instagram shows you some information about how people found your profile, but it does not track clicks on your link specifically. You can see this information in your Insights section under the "Reach" tab.

What if my Instagram link is not working?

Check that you copied your username correctly — Instagram usernames are case-sensitive in the link itself, though instagram.com/Sarah_Photos and instagram.com/sarah_photos both work. If your account is very new, it may take a few minutes to appear on the web. If the problem continues, try logging out and logging back in, or contact Instagram support through the app.