Copying a link from a Facebook post is a simple process that can be done in just a few clicks. When you want to share a post from Facebook with someone else, copying the post’s link is the easiest way to direct them right to that content. Here are the steps to copy a link from any post on Facebook:
Step 1: Open the Facebook Post
First, navigate to the Facebook post that contains the link you want to copy. This can be in your News Feed or on a friend’s Timeline. Simply click on the post so it opens.
Step 2: Click the Timestamp
Once the post is opened, look for the timestamp of when it was posted. This appears in small gray text above the post content. Click directly on the timestamp.
Step 3: Select the Link Text
When you click the timestamp, it will become highlighted in blue, indicating it is selected. The actual link itself will also be selected.
Step 4: Right Click and Select Copy
With the link text selected, right click anywhere on the selected text. This will bring up a menu – select Copy from this menu.
Step 5: Paste the Link Where Needed
Now the link has been copied and you can paste it anywhere a link can be placed – in a text document, email, social media post, etc.
Why Copy a Facebook Post Link?
Here are some of the most common reasons you may want to copy a link from a Facebook post:
- To share an interesting post with a friend through email or messaging
- To share a post to another social media platform like Twitter
- To bookmark or save an interesting article that was shared in a post
- To attribute content to the original Facebook post when sharing
- To view content from a post on another device that isn’t logged into Facebook
Copying the post’s link ensures you’ll always have a direct path back to that exact content on Facebook. It avoids any confusion about which specific post you’re referring to when sharing outside of Facebook.
Tips for Sharing Facebook Post Links
When you copy and share a link from Facebook, keep these tips in mind:
- Double check that the link works and takes you to the correct post before sharing further.
- Consider shortening lengthy Facebook links using a tool like bit.ly for easier sharing.
- Always check if the post was meant to be publicly shared before spreading a link further.
- Include a note about what the link contains when sharing it to provide context.
- Make sure to attribute the original Facebook post creator if relevant.
Common Problems When Copying Links
While copying Facebook post links is straightforward, here are some common issues to be aware of:
Link Copies Incorrect Text
Sometimes when you try to copy the link, it may copy text from the post instead. Make sure to specifically click the timestamp, not just anywhere in the post, to select the proper link.
Link Doesn’t Work After Copying
Occasionally a copied Facebook link will not work, often because the post’s privacy was changed or it was deleted after copying. There is unfortunately no way to retrieve the original if it is now not accessible.
Can’t Click Timestamp on Mobile
The mobile Facebook app makes it tricky to click the timestamp to copy the link. Instead, tap the three dots menu at the top right of the post and select Copy Link.
Copying Links on Facebook Business Pages
The process works the same way when copying a link from a post on a Facebook Business Page, rather than a personal profile. Simply navigate to the Page, open the post, and click the timestamp to select and copy the link.
The only difference is that copying a link will only take you to the post on that specific Facebook Page, not the original poster’s personal Timeline if they are different.
Other Ways to Copy Facebook Links
In addition to copying links directly from Facebook posts, you can also get the link to a post in other ways:
- From the post’s pop-up menu – click the three dots at the top right of a post and select Copy Link
- From your Activity Log – click on the post under your history and use the popup menu
- While reporting a post – when submitting a report, Facebook generates the link
So if for some reason you can’t access the post directly, these methods give you other routes to get the link.
Conclusion
Copying a Facebook post link only takes seconds. Just click the timestamp, copy the highlighted link, and paste it wherever needed. This gives you an easy way to share interesting Facebook content outside of the platform while properly attributing the source.
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Open the Facebook Post |
| 2 | Click the Timestamp |
| 3 | Select the Link Text |
| 4 | Right Click and Select Copy |
| 5 | Paste the Link Where Needed |
FAQ
Can I copy links from Facebook posts on a desktop computer?
Yes, the process for copying a Facebook post link is the same whether you are on a desktop computer or mobile device. Simply click the timestamp and select copy to get the link.
Do I have to be the one who created a post to copy its link?
No, you can copy the link from any public Facebook post, even if you weren’t the original poster. The steps are the same for any post you can access.
What’s the easiest way to copy a link on mobile?
On the Facebook mobile app, tap the three-dot menu at the top right of the post and select Copy Link rather than clicking the timestamp. This is the most reliable way to copy links on mobile.
Can I copy the links of Facebook posts that friends shared?
Yes, you can copy the link from any post visible in your News Feed, no matter who originally shared it. This lets you access the original post content.
What if I want to copy the text from a Facebook post too?
To copy text in addition to the link, simply highlight the desired text before right-clicking to access the copy option. This will copy both the text and link.