Your Facebook URL is in your browser's address bar when you visit your profile

When you open your Facebook profile, look at the top of your browser window where web addresses appear. The URL follows the pattern facebook.com/yourname or facebook.com/numbers. This is your profile link — the address you can share with others so they can find and visit your profile.

Facebook gives you two types of profile addresses. One uses your chosen username (if you set one), and the other uses a long string of numbers assigned to your account. Both lead to the same profile. You can share either one, but the username version is easier for people to remember and type.

Knowing your profile URL matters for several reasons. You might need it to add your Facebook profile to a job process, a dating profile, a business website, or a resume. You may also want to share it directly with someone instead of searching for your name. Understanding where to find it and how it works helps you control what information you're sharing and with whom.

Key Takeaways

  • Your Facebook profile URL appears in your browser's address bar when you visit your own profile, and it starts with facebook.com/ followed by your username or ID number.
  • You can create a custom username in Facebook settings, which makes your profile URL shorter and easier to share than the default number-based version.
  • The quickest way to copy your profile URL is to visit your profile, right-click the address bar, and select "Copy" — no need to manually type it.
  • Your profile URL is public information that anyone can see, so sharing it does not expose private messages, photos, or information you have marked as private.

Finding your profile URL in the address bar

Open Facebook and click your profile picture or name in the top right corner. This takes you to your profile page. Once you are there, look at the address bar at the very top of your browser window. The web address shown there is your profile URL.

On a desktop computer, the address bar is usually at the top left of the browser, showing facebook.com/ followed by your username or a series of numbers. On a phone or tablet, you may need to tap the address bar to see the full URL, since some browsers hide it by default.

The easiest way to copy this URL without typing it is to click the address bar, select all the text (or triple-click to highlight it), then right-click and choose "Copy." You can then paste it anywhere — into an email, a document, a text message, or another website.

Creating a custom username to simplify your URL

Facebook lets you create a custom username that replaces the long number string in your profile URL. Instead of facebook.com/100087654321098, you can have facebook.com/yourname. This makes your profile much easier to share and remember.

To set up a custom username, go to your Facebook settings. Click the menu icon (three horizontal lines) in the bottom right on mobile, or the downward arrow in the top right on desktop. Select "Settings and privacy," then "Settings." Look for "Username" in the left menu and click it. If you have not created one yet, Facebook will show you available options based on your name. Choose one and click "Reserve."

You can change your username once every 60 days if you need to. If someone else has already taken the username you want, Facebook will suggest alternatives. Your old URL stops working once you change your username, so if you have shared it somewhere, update those links.

Understanding what your profile URL reveals

Your profile URL is public information. Anyone can see it, and sharing it does not expose anything you have not already made public on your profile. Your URL itself contains only your username or ID number — it does not include your password, email address, phone number, or any private messages.

When someone visits your profile using your URL, they see only what you have set to be visible to them. If your profile is set to "Friends Only," they cannot see your photos, posts, or personal details unless you are friends. If your profile is public, they can see whatever you have marked as public. The URL is just the address — it does not change your privacy settings.

You should still be careful about where you share your profile URL. Sharing it on a public website or in a comment visible to strangers means anyone can find your profile. If you prefer more privacy, share your URL only with people you trust, or adjust your profile privacy settings before sharing.

Finding your URL on mobile devices

On an iPhone or Android phone, open the Facebook app and tap your profile picture at the bottom right. This opens your profile. Tap the three dots or menu icon near the top of your profile, then look for an option like "Copy profile URL" or "Share profile." Some versions of the app have this option directly in the menu.

If you do not see a direct copy option, open Facebook in your mobile browser instead of the app. Tap the address bar at the top, and you will see your full profile URL. Tap and hold the address bar, then select "Copy." You can now paste it anywhere on your phone.

Mobile browsers sometimes hide the full address bar to save space. If you cannot see your complete URL, try tapping the address bar once or twice to expand it. On some phones, you may need to swipe down or look for a small arrow icon to reveal the hidden address.

Sharing your profile URL safely

When you share your profile URL, you are giving someone a direct link to your public profile information. Before you share it, check your privacy settings to make sure you are comfortable with what that person can see. Go to "Settings and privacy," then "Settings," and look for "Privacy" in the left menu.

You can control who sees your profile, posts, and friend list. Set your profile to "Friends Only" if you want only people you have accepted as friends to see your information. Set it to "Public" if you do not mind strangers viewing your profile. You can also customize privacy for individual posts, so some things are visible to everyone and others only to friends.

If you are sharing your profile URL for a specific purpose — like a job process or a business listing — consider what information is visible and whether you want to update your profile picture, cover photo, or bio first. Your profile URL leads directly to what employers, dates, or clients will see about you.

What to do if you cannot find your profile URL

If the address bar is not showing your profile URL clearly, try refreshing the page. Press F5 on a desktop computer or swipe down on a mobile phone to reload Facebook. Once the page loads, your profile URL should appear in the address bar.

If you are using a browser extension or privacy tool that hides the address bar, you may need to disable it temporarily to see your URL. Some privacy browsers and VPN tools hide the address bar by default for security. Check your browser settings or extension list to find the option to show the address bar.

Another option is to ask a friend to visit your profile and send you the URL from their browser. When they visit your profile, the address bar will show your profile URL, and they can copy and send it to you. This method works if your own browser is having trouble displaying the address.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Yes, your profile URL is a direct link to your profile. Anyone with the URL can visit your profile and see whatever information you have made public. They do not need to search for you or be your friend — the URL takes them straight there. This is why you should only share your profile URL with people you trust.

Does my Facebook URL change if I change my name?

If you change your display name (the name that appears on your profile), your URL does not change automatically. Your custom username stays the same. If you change your username, your old URL stops working and a new one is created. Facebook will not redirect people from your old URL to your new one, so you will need to update any links you have shared.

What is the difference between my username and my profile ID?

Your username is the custom text you choose, like "john.smith." Your profile ID is a long number Facebook assigns to your account automatically. Both work as your profile URL. The username is easier to remember and share, while the ID number never changes. You can use either one to create your profile link.

Is it safe to share my Facebook URL on a resume or job process?

It is safe in the sense that the URL itself does not expose private information. However, make sure your profile shows only information you want an employer to see. Review your photos, posts, and personal details before sharing your URL with a potential employer. Consider whether your profile presents you professionally, or adjust your privacy settings so employers see only what you want them to see.

Can I hide my Facebook profile URL from search engines?

You cannot hide your URL itself, but you can control who sees your profile by adjusting your privacy settings. If you set your profile to "Friends Only," only your friends can see it even if they have your URL. Search engines like Google may still index your profile name, but they cannot show private information to people who are not your friends.