How to Find Your LinkedIn URL

Your LinkedIn URL exists in multiple locations on the platform. Finding it takes just a few clicks whether you're on desktop, mobile app, or mobile browser.

According to LinkedIn Help, your public profile URL is visible in your contact information and browser address bar when viewing your profile.

Key Takeaways

• Three locations: Address bar, Contact info section, and Public profile settings
• Mobile app: Profile → Three dots → Share profile
• URL format: linkedin.com/in/[your-identifier]
• Custom vs default: Default URLs contain random characters

Where to Find Your LinkedIn URL

Location 1: Browser Address Bar

The most direct method:

1. Log in to LinkedIn
2. Navigate to your profile (Me → View Profile)
3. Look at your browser's address bar
4. Your complete URL is displayed there

Example: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-smith-a1b2c3

Location 2: Contact Information

Your URL is stored in your contact info:

1. Go to your profile
2. Click Contact info (below your profile photo)
3. Find Your Profile section
4. Your URL is displayed with a copy option

Location 3: Public Profile Settings

For the editable version:

1. Click your profile
2. Select Edit public profile & URL (right panel on desktop)
3. Your current URL appears at the top
4. This is also where you customize it

Finding Your LinkedIn URL on Mobile

LinkedIn App (iOS/Android)

1. Tap your profile picture in the top left
2. Tap View Profile
3. Tap the three dots (⋮)
4. Select Share profile via → Copy link

Mobile Browser

1. Open linkedin.com in your browser
2. Log in and go to your profile
3. The URL is in your browser's address bar
4. Long-press to select and copy

Default vs Custom URLs

LinkedIn assigns two types of URLs:

Type	Example	Notes
Default	linkedin.com/in/john-smith-a1b2c3d4	Auto-generated with random suffix
Custom	linkedin.com/in/johnsmith	Clean, professional, memorable

According to LinkedIn's URL management guide, you can customize your URL up to 5 times within a 6-month period.

Troubleshooting: Can't Find Your URL?

Problem: URL not visible in address bar Solution: Make sure you're on your actual profile page, not the feed or settings

Problem: Contact info doesn't show URL Solution: Your profile URL should always be there—try refreshing the page

Problem: URL has strange characters Solution: This is your default URL; customize it in public profile settings

What to Do After Finding Your URL

Once you locate your LinkedIn URL:

1. Copy it for immediate use
2. Customize it if it contains random characters
3. Add it to your resume, email signature, and business cards
4. Share it when networking online

Frequently Asked Questions

Where exactly is my LinkedIn URL located?

Your LinkedIn URL appears in three places: your browser's address bar when on your profile, your Contact info section, and your Public profile settings. The address bar is the fastest to access.

Why can't I find my LinkedIn URL on the app?

The URL isn't directly visible in the app. Tap your profile, then the three dots menu, and select "Share profile via" or "Copy link" to get your URL.

Is my LinkedIn URL the same on all devices?

Yes. Your LinkedIn URL is consistent across desktop, mobile app, and mobile browser. It's a permanent link to your profile.

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