Copying your Facebook profile link, also known as your Facebook ID, to your computer is a simple process that can be done in just a few clicks. Your Facebook profile link is the web address that leads directly to your personal Facebook page and profile. Having this link easily accessible on your computer can be useful for sharing your profile with others or accessing your page quickly.
What is a Facebook Profile Link?
A Facebook profile link, or Facebook ID, is the unique web address assigned to your personal Facebook profile page. This link will always lead directly to your timeline and information. A Facebook profile link generally follows this format:
www.facebook.com/your.name
Or:
www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1234567890
Your Facebook ID contains your name or your Facebook user ID number, allowing it to point directly to your profile. This is different from the general Facebook homepage URL www.facebook.com, which does not lead to any specific profile.
Why Copy Your Facebook Profile Link?
Having your Facebook profile link easily accessible on your computer can be useful for a few reasons:
- Easily share it with others – Having the link copied allows you to easily paste it to share your profile with new friends, colleagues, etc.
- Quick access to your profile – You can access your profile faster by clicking the saved link directly rather than having to log in each time.
- Fill out online profiles/forms – Many online profiles, forms, and services ask for your Facebook URL, so the copied link is handy to paste in.
- Share on social media – You may want to share your Facebook page on Twitter, LinkedIn, or other social networks which makes the link useful.
How to Find Your Facebook Profile Link
To copy your Facebook ID, you first need to locate the link to your profile page. Here are the steps to find your profile link on both desktop and mobile:
On Desktop:
- Go to your Facebook profile page
- In the address bar at the top, you will see the URL to your page – this is your profile link.
- The link will start with www.facebook.com/ and end with your name or ID number.
On Mobile:
- Open the Facebook app and go to your profile.
- Tap the three horizontal line menu icon in the top right corner.
- Select “Settings & Privacy” then scroll down and tap “Settings”.
- Tap “Account Ownership and Control”.
- Under “Info and Login” you will see your profile web address – tap it to open the link.
How to Copy Link on Desktop
Once you locate your Facebook profile link in the desktop browser address bar, copying it is simple:
- Highlight the entire link in the address bar.
- Right click the highlighted link and select “Copy” from the menu.
- The link is now copied to your clipboard.
Alternatively, you can use the keyboard shortcuts:
- Highlight the link in the address bar.
- Press Ctrl + C on a Windows computer or Command + C on a Mac to copy it.
You can now paste the link anywhere needed.
How to Copy Link on Mobile
To copy your Facebook profile link on mobile:
- After locating your profile link under settings, tap and hold on the link.
- Select “Copy Link” from the menu that pops up.
- The link is now copied to your mobile device’s clipboard.
You can paste the link in mobile apps or web pages as needed.
How to Paste Link on Computer
Once your Facebook profile link is copied, pasting it on a computer is easy:
- Click your mouse where you want to paste the link.
- Right click and select “Paste” from the menu.
- Alternatively, use the keyboard shortcuts Ctrl + V on Windows or Command + V on Mac.
The copied link will now be pasted wherever your cursor is placed.
How to Save Link on Computer
To save your copied Facebook profile link on a computer for easy access later, you have a few options:
- Save a text document: Paste the link into a new text document and save it on your desktop or another easy to find location.
- Email it to yourself: Paste the link into an email draft and email it to yourself. You can then open it on any device.
- Use a notes app: Copy the link into a note taking app like Evernote or OneNote for access across devices.
- Browser bookmarks: Bookmark your profile page in your preferred browser like Chrome or Firefox.
This allows you to quickly click and open your Facebook page from the bookmark later.
Conclusion
Copying your unique Facebook profile link to your computer only takes a moment. By following the steps to locate the link on desktop or mobile and copy it, you can paste it anywhere needed or save it for easy access later. With your Facebook ID handy on your computer, you can quickly share it, fill out online forms, or navigate to your page.