The fastest way to share your Facebook page
The quickest method is to open your Facebook page, tap or click the three dots in the top right corner of your cover photo, and select "Copy link". Then paste that link into a message, email, text, or anywhere else you want people to find your page. The link will look like facebook.com/yourpagename or a longer string of numbers if your page doesn't have a custom name yet.
If you want someone to see your page right now while you're talking to them, you can also use the Share button. Open your page, find the Share button (usually near the Like button), and choose whether to send it as a message, post it to your timeline, or copy the link. Each option gets the same page link to the person, just through a different route.
On mobile, the process is nearly identical. Open your page, tap the three horizontal lines (menu icon) at the bottom right, scroll to find your page name, tap it, then tap the three dots at the top and select "Copy link".
Key Takeaways
- Your page link is found by tapping the three dots on your page and selecting "Copy link", then you can paste it anywhere.
- A custom page name creates a shorter, easier-to-remember link like facebook.com/yourpagename instead of a long number string.
- You can share your page link through Facebook messages, email, text, or by posting it to your own timeline for all your friends to see.
- People who click your page link can see your posts, photos, and information without needing to be your friend first, depending on your privacy settings.
Creating a custom page name for an easier link to share
Facebook lets you create a custom page name (called a username) that makes your link much shorter and easier to remember. Instead of sharing a link with 15 random numbers, you can share facebook.com/mybakeryshop. To set this up, open your page, click the three dots at the top, and select "Edit page info". Look for the Username field and enter what you want your page to be called.
You can only create a username once your page has at least 25 followers, and Facebook won't let you change it after you set it. Choose something that matches your business name or what people already call you, because changing it later requires starting over with a new page. Once you set it, that custom name becomes your official page link.
If your page already has a custom username and you want to change it, you'll need to create a new page with the name you want. This is why picking the right name the first time matters — you can't edit it after it's live.
Sharing your page link through different platforms
Once you have your page link copied, you can paste it almost anywhere. Text it to friends, email it to customers, post it in online forums or community groups, or add it to your website or email signature. The link works the same way no matter where you share it — anyone who clicks it lands on your Facebook page.
If you're sharing on Instagram, Twitter, or other social media, paste the link in your bio or in a post caption. Some platforms let you add a clickable link in your profile; others just show it as text that people have to copy and paste. On your own website, you can make the link a button or embed a Facebook feed widget that shows your latest posts directly on your site.
For email newsletters or marketing materials, include your page link so people can follow you without having to search for your name. This is especially useful if your business name is common or if you want to direct customers to one specific page rather than your personal profile.
Understanding who can see your page when you share the link
When you share your page link, anyone who clicks it can see whatever posts and information you've set to public. This is different from your personal profile, where you control who sees each post. Your page's visibility depends on the privacy settings you chose when you created it and any restrictions you've added since.
By default, most business and public pages are visible to everyone on Facebook and to people searching the internet. If you want to limit who sees your page, you can change the page role settings or restrict posts to certain audiences. However, the page link itself will still work for anyone who has it — they just might see fewer posts depending on your privacy choices.
If your page is set to private, only people you've approved can see the posts and information. Sharing the link with someone who isn't approved won't let them see your content, though they can still request to follow your page.
Sharing your page link in Facebook messages and comments
When you paste your page link into a Facebook message or comment, it usually shows up as a preview card with your page name, profile picture, and a brief description. This preview makes it easier for people to see what they're clicking on before they tap it. You don't have to do anything special — just paste the link and Facebook formats it automatically.
If the preview doesn't appear right away, wait a few seconds and it should load. If it still doesn't show, the link might have a typo or Facebook might be having a temporary issue. You can always just type out the link as plain text and people can still copy and paste it into their browser.
In Facebook groups, sharing your page link in a comment or post follows the same process. Some groups have rules about self-promotion, so check the group description before posting your link to make sure it's allowed.
Tracking who visits your page through shared links
Facebook doesn't tell you exactly which people clicked a link you shared in a message or comment. However, if you have a business page, you can see general traffic information in your Page Insights. Go to your page, click "Insights" at the top, and look at the "Reach" section to see how many people have viewed your page recently and where they came from.
If you want to track a specific campaign or know which link brought people to your page, you can add tracking parameters to your link using a tool like Bitly or your Facebook Ads Manager. These tools create a shortened link that shows you how many clicks it got. This is most useful if you're sharing your page link in multiple places and want to know which one gets the most attention.
For most people just sharing their page with friends and family, this level of tracking isn't necessary. The basic Insights section gives you enough information to see whether your page is getting visitors.
Fixing a broken or incorrect page link
If you've shared a page link and it's not working, the most common reason is a typo in the custom username. Double-check that you copied the link correctly from your page — the easiest way is to use the "Copy link" button rather than typing it out by hand.
If you changed your page name or username, old links might still work but could redirect to a different page or show an error. If this happens, update the link wherever you shared it. You can find your current correct link by opening your page and using the "Copy link" button again.
If someone tells you they can't see your page when they click the link, it might be a privacy setting issue rather than a broken link. Ask them what message they see — if it says the page doesn't exist, the link is wrong; if it says they don't have permission, your page privacy settings are blocking them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I share my Facebook page link without having a custom username?
Yes. Your page has a link even without a custom username — it's just longer and harder to remember. It looks like facebook.com/profile.php?id=123456789. You can share this link the same way you'd share a custom one, but a custom username is easier for people to type and remember.
What's the difference between sharing my page and sharing a post from my page?
Sharing your page link takes people to your entire page where they can see all your posts and information. Sharing a single post takes them to just that one post. Use the page link when you want people to follow you; use the post share when you want them to see one specific thing you posted.
If I share my page link, can people message me directly?
People who visit your page can send messages to your page inbox, not to your personal account. You control whether your page accepts messages and who can send them in your page settings. This keeps your personal messages separate from business or page-related messages.
Does sharing my page link count as a post on my timeline?
Only if you choose to post it to your timeline. If you copy the link and send it in a message or paste it somewhere else, it doesn't appear on your timeline. You can control where your link appears by choosing how you share it.
Can I make my page link shorter or create a QR code?
A custom username already makes your link as short as Facebook allows. If you want it even shorter for printing or sharing, you can use a link shortener like Bitly. Some QR code generators let you create a code that points to your page link, which is useful for print materials or posters.