How to Get Your LinkedIn URL: Find & Copy Profile Link (2026)

To get your LinkedIn URL on desktop: Click your profile picture → View Profile → Copy the URL from your browser's address bar (it looks like linkedin.com/in/yourname). On the LinkedIn mobile app: Tap your profile picture → View Profile → Tap the three dots (⋮) → "Copy link to profile." Your LinkedIn profile URL is what you share on resumes, email signatures, and business cards.

Key Takeaways

• LinkedIn URL on desktop: Click Me → View Profile → Copy URL from address bar → Format: linkedin.com/in/yourname
• LinkedIn URL on mobile app: Tap profile picture → View profile → Tap three dots (⋮) → "Copy link to profile"
• Someone else's URL: Visit their profile → Copy from address bar, or right-click their name → "Copy link address"
• URL format: All LinkedIn profile URLs follow linkedin.com/in/[identifier]
• Customize your URL: Go to Edit public profile & URL to create a clean, professional vanity URL

Get Your Own LinkedIn URL

On Desktop

1. Go to linkedin.com
2. Click Me → View Profile
3. Copy URL from the address bar

Your URL: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yourname

On Mobile App (iOS & Android)

Finding your LinkedIn URL on the mobile app:

1. Open the LinkedIn app
2. Tap your profile picture (top-left corner)
3. Tap View Profile
4. Tap the three dots (⋮) in the top-right corner
5. Select "Copy link to profile" or "Share via..."

Your URL is now copied to your clipboard: linkedin.com/in/yourname

Alternative method on mobile: Tap the three dots on your profile → "Contact info" → Your profile URL is listed there.

Get Someone Else's LinkedIn URL

Method 1: Visit Their Profile

1. Search for the person on LinkedIn
2. Click their profile
3. Copy the URL from your address bar

Method 2: Right-Click (Desktop)

1. Find the person in search results or your feed
2. Right-click their name
3. Select Copy link address

This copies their URL without needing to open their profile.

Method 3: From Connection List

1. Go to My Network → Connections
2. Find the person
3. Right-click their name → Copy link address

LinkedIn URL Format Explained

All LinkedIn profile URLs follow this structure:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/[identifier]

Identifier Type	Example	Notes
Custom name	/in/johndoe	Clean, professional
Name + numbers	/in/john-doe-123456	Default or common name
Auto-generated	/in/john-doe-a1b2c3d4	Random suffix

Getting URLs for Different Purposes

For Your Resume

1. Get your URL using any method above
2. Customize it if it has random characters
3. Format it cleanly: linkedin.com/in/yourname (drop the https://)

For Outreach or Research

When collecting LinkedIn URLs for sales or recruiting:

1. Use the right-click method for efficiency
2. Each URL is unique and permanent
3. Store URLs in your CRM or spreadsheet

For Sharing Your Profile

The easiest format to share:

• Full: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yourname
• Short: linkedin.com/in/yourname
• QR Code: Use LinkedIn's built-in QR feature

Bulk LinkedIn URL Collection

For sales professionals needing multiple URLs:

1. LinkedIn Sales Navigator: Export capabilities built-in
2. Manual collection: Right-click method is fastest
3. Browser extensions: Various tools available (verify compliance)

Note: Always respect LinkedIn's terms of service when collecting profile data.

Get LinkedIn URL Using QR Code

LinkedIn's built-in QR code feature provides a contactless way to share your profile URL in person. This is particularly useful at networking events, conferences, or when meeting someone face-to-face.

Generating Your LinkedIn QR Code

On the LinkedIn mobile app:

1. Open the LinkedIn app
2. Tap the search bar at the top
3. Tap the QR code icon (next to the search field)
4. Your personal QR code appears immediately

On desktop:

1. Go to your LinkedIn profile
2. Click the three dots (⋮) on your profile card
3. Select "Save to PDF" or use a QR code generator
4. Your QR code embeds your profile URL: linkedin.com/in/yourname

Scanning Someone Else's QR Code

When someone shows you their LinkedIn QR code:

1. Open the LinkedIn app
2. Tap the search bar → QR code icon
3. Tap "Scan" (bottom of screen)
4. Point your camera at their QR code
5. Their profile opens instantly—tap Connect

Why use QR codes? They eliminate typos, speed up connections at events, and work even in poor cellular coverage (the scan happens locally, connection request sends later). Your QR code never changes unless you customize your URL.

Pro tip: Save your QR code to your phone's photos and share it via text or email. Recipients can scan it from their screen using the LinkedIn app.

How to Get Your LinkedIn URL for ATS/Job Applications

Many job application systems (Applicant Tracking Systems) include a dedicated "LinkedIn URL" field. Submitting the correct format ensures recruiters can view your profile.

Correct Format for ATS Systems

Use this format:

linkedin.com/in/yourname

Don't include:

• ❌ https:// or https://www. (most ATS systems auto-format)
• ❌ Tracking parameters like ?trk=... or ?utm_source=...
• ❌ Language codes like /en/ or country subdomains
• ❌ Mobile app links like linkedin://...

Example of clean URL for job applications:

linkedin.com/in/jane-smith

Finding the Right URL for Your Resume

When adding your LinkedIn URL to a resume or job application:

1. Go to your profile (desktop method works best)
2. Copy from address bar: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yourname
3. Remove everything except: linkedin.com/in/yourname
4. Check for customization: If you see random characters (/in/jane-smith-a1b2c3), customize your URL first

Common ATS Formatting Errors

Error	Why It Happens	Fix
URL with /pub/	Old public profile link format	Use /in/ format instead
Extra parameters ?trk=public_profile_...	Copied from mobile or shared link	Delete everything after your username
Full https://www.linkedin.com/... in short field	Field character limit exceeded	Use linkedin.com/in/yourname
Different language /es/, /fr/	Viewing LinkedIn in another language	Switch to English or remove language code

Pro tip for job seekers: Before submitting applications, customize your LinkedIn URL to your name (e.g., linkedin.com/in/johnsmith). This looks more professional than auto-generated URLs with random numbers, and it's easier for recruiters to remember and share internally.

Troubleshooting: LinkedIn URL Not Working

If your LinkedIn URL isn't working or loading correctly, here are the most common issues and solutions.

Problem 1: URL Contains Extra Characters

Symptoms: URL looks like linkedin.com/in/yourname?trk=public_profile_samename_mini-profile_...

Why it happens: When you copy a LinkedIn URL from a shared link, email, or mobile app, LinkedIn often appends tracking parameters.

Solution:

1. Delete everything after your username
2. Keep only: linkedin.com/in/yourname
3. Test the cleaned URL

Example:

• ❌ Bad: linkedin.com/in/john-doe?trk=public_profile_share
• ✅ Good: linkedin.com/in/john-doe

Problem 2: Mobile vs Desktop URL Differences

Symptoms: URL works on mobile but not desktop, or vice versa.

Why it happens: Some users copy mobile-specific links like linkedin://profile/view?id=123456 or older formats.

Solution:

• Always use the /in/ format: linkedin.com/in/yourname
• Avoid app-specific URLs that start with linkedin://
• Test your URL in an incognito/private browser window

Problem 3: Country-Specific Subdomains

Symptoms: URL has country codes like uk.linkedin.com or in.linkedin.com/in/yourname

Why it happens: LinkedIn sometimes uses country-specific domains for localization.

Solution:

1. Change uk.linkedin.com to www.linkedin.com
2. Remove country codes: use linkedin.com/in/yourname
3. The standard format works globally

Example:

• ❌ Regional: uk.linkedin.com/in/jane-smith
• ✅ Universal: linkedin.com/in/jane-smith

Problem 4: URL Returns "Profile Not Found"

Symptoms: The URL format looks correct but shows an error page.

Why it happens:

• The person changed their custom URL
• The profile was deleted or suspended
• You copied an incomplete URL

Solution:

1. Search for the person by name on LinkedIn
2. Get the current URL from their active profile
3. Check if you have the full username (sometimes hyphens are missed)

Problem 5: Redirect Issues

Symptoms: URL redirects to login page or unexpected location.

Why it happens: The profile owner has strict privacy settings, or you're accessing from a logged-out state.

Solution:

• Log into LinkedIn before accessing the URL
• Ask the profile owner to check their privacy settings
• Some profiles are only visible to connections or logged-in users

Quick troubleshooting checklist:

• ✅ URL format: linkedin.com/in/username (no extra characters)
• ✅ No tracking parameters (?trk=, ?utm_source=)
• ✅ No language codes (/en/, /es/)
• ✅ No country subdomains (use www.linkedin.com or just linkedin.com)
• ✅ Test in incognito mode while logged in
• ✅ Verify the username is spelled correctly with proper hyphens

Still not working? The profile may have been deleted, made private, or the username changed. Search for the person directly on LinkedIn to find their current URL.

What Most Guides Get Wrong About LinkedIn URLs

Most guides explain how to find your URL but miss the strategic opportunity: your URL is a branding tool.

Mistakes most professionals make:

1. Keeping the default random URL. URLs like linkedin.com/in/john-smith-4a8b9c2d look unprofessional on business cards and resumes. Customize it immediately.

2. Using inconsistent naming. If you're @johnsmith on Twitter/X and john.smith on email, use johnsmith on LinkedIn too. Consistency builds recognition.

3. Including unnecessary numbers. linkedin.com/in/johnsmith123 suggests you were late to the platform. If johnsmith is taken, try johnsmithconsulting or johnsmithnyc.

What your LinkedIn URL should be:

Good Examples	Why They Work
/in/johnsmith	Clean, memorable, matches other profiles
/in/johnsmithceo	Adds role context
/in/johnsmith-marketing	Includes specialty
/in/jsmithconsulting	Brand-forward for consultants

Strategic URL tips:

• Match your personal website domain if you have one (e.g., johnsmith.com → /in/johnsmith)
• Include your specialty if your name is common (/in/johnsmith-saas-sales)
• Keep it short — under 30 characters prints cleanly on business cards

The real test: When you hand someone your business card, can they type your LinkedIn URL from memory?

Frequently Asked Questions

Where do I find my LinkedIn URL on the app?

To find your LinkedIn URL on the mobile app: Open the LinkedIn app → Tap your profile picture (top-left) → Tap "View Profile" → Tap the three dots (⋮) menu → Select "Copy link to profile." Your URL is now copied. Alternatively, tap the three dots → "Contact info" to see your full profile URL displayed. The URL format is linkedin.com/in/yourname.

How do I copy my LinkedIn profile URL?

On desktop: Go to linkedin.com, click "Me" → "View Profile," then copy the URL from your browser's address bar. On mobile: View your profile → Tap three dots (⋮) → "Copy link to profile." Your URL will look like linkedin.com/in/yourname. For a cleaner URL, customize your LinkedIn vanity URL.

What is the format of a LinkedIn profile URL?

LinkedIn profile URLs follow this format: https://www.linkedin.com/in/[identifier] where the identifier is either your custom username (like /in/johndoe) or an auto-generated code (like /in/john-doe-a1b2c3). You can customize this by going to Settings → Public profile & URL → Edit your custom URL. Company pages use /company/name format instead.

How do I get someone else's LinkedIn URL?

To get another person's LinkedIn URL: Search for them on LinkedIn → Click their profile → Copy the URL from your browser's address bar. Faster method: Right-click their name in search results or your feed → "Copy link address" (this copies without opening their profile). For bulk URL collection, LinkedIn Sales Navigator offers export features.

How do I customize my LinkedIn URL?

To customize your LinkedIn URL: Go to your profile → Click "Edit public profile & URL" (right sidebar on desktop) → Under "Edit your custom URL," click the pencil icon → Enter your desired username → Save. Choose something professional like your name: linkedin.com/in/johnsmith. Custom URLs are easier to share and look better on resumes. Learn more about optimizing your LinkedIn profile.

Can I get my LinkedIn URL without logging in?

You can view public LinkedIn profiles without logging in, but you'll see limited information. If your profile is set to public, you can search "yourname LinkedIn" on Google, click the result, and copy the URL from your browser. However, to copy your own URL reliably, log into LinkedIn and use the methods above. Consider your LinkedIn privacy settings when sharing your public URL.

What should I do after finding my LinkedIn URL?

Add your LinkedIn URL to: your resume (use format: linkedin.com/in/yourname), email signature, business cards, portfolio websites, and other social profiles. Before sharing, optimize your profile so visitors become connections. A strong profile with the right keywords makes your URL worth clicking.

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