Copying the link for your Facebook group allows you to share it with others so they can request to join or visit the group. Here are the steps to copy the group link on desktop and mobile:
On Desktop
If you manage a Facebook group on desktop, copying the group link is easy. Just follow these steps:
- Go to your Facebook group page.
- In the right panel, click on the “…” icon next to the group name.
- Select “Copy Link” from the dropdown menu.
This will copy the full group link to your clipboard, which you can then paste anywhere you want to share it. The link will look something like this:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1234567890/
On Mobile
Copying the link is a bit different on mobile, but still straightforward:
- Open the Facebook app and go to your group.
- Tap the “…” icon in the top right corner.
- Choose “Copy Link.”
The full group link is now copied and ready to share. It will look the same as the desktop link.
Sharing the Link
Once you’ve copied the link, you can easily share it in a few ways:
- Paste it in a Facebook post or message to invite people to join.
- Include it in an email newsletter or website.
- Send it directly to people you want to join the group.
When shared, the link allows people to either request to join a closed group, or visit and join an open group. It’s a quick way to gain new members and grow your community.
Copying on Facebook Lite
The Facebook Lite mobile app has a slightly different process for copying a group link:
- Open Facebook Lite and go to your group.
- Tap the 3 dots next to the group name.
- Choose “Copy link to group” from the menu.
This will copy the link so you can paste it anywhere necessary to share it with others. The copied link will be the standard group URL.
Copying from a Computer
If you manage your Facebook group from a computer rather than mobile, here’s how to copy the link:
- Go to your group’s page on the Facebook website.
- Click the 3 dots beside the group name and choose “Copy Link” from the menu.
- The link will now be copied for sharing.
This gives you the direct URL to provide to new members. Keep in mind you can only copy the link if you are an admin or moderator of the Facebook group.
Copying from Facebook Messenger
You may want to share your Facebook group link directly in a Messenger conversation. Here’s how to copy it from Messenger:
- Open the Messenger app and go to your group chat.
- Tap the name of the group at the top of the chat window.
- Tap “Copy Link” from the menu.
Now the link will be available to paste into any Messenger conversation. This provides an easy way to invite people to join right from an existing chat.
Sharing from the Facebook Pages Manager App
If you manage your groups through the Facebook Pages Manager app, here are the steps to copy a link:
- Open Pages Manager and go to your group.
- Tap the 3 dots beside the group name.
- Select “Copy Link” from the menu.
The link will now be ready to paste anywhere you want to share it. Pages Manager provides an easy way to manage groups and copy info from them.
Copying from a Page You Admin
If you admin a Facebook page, you can also copy a link to one of your groups:
- Go to your page and click “Groups” in the left menu.
- Find the group you want and click the 3 dots next to it.
- Choose “Copy Link” from the menu.
This is handy if you want to share group info with your page followers. The link can be posted directly to your page.
Allowing Group Link Sharing
Keep in mind group admins can restrict members from sharing the group link. To change this setting:
- Go to your group’s About section.
- Click Group Settings.
- Under Permission, toggle “Allow members to share the group link” on or off.
Turning this on allows all members to copy and share the link. Turning it off restricts link access to just admins.
Copying Link from Email Notification
If you receive an email from Facebook about group activity, you can also copy the link from the notification:
- Open the group notification email.
- Click the group name.
- Copy the URL from your browser address bar.
This will copy the direct link to your group for sharing. Just paste it wherever you want post it.
Alternative Ways to Share a Facebook Group
In addition to copying the group link, there are some other ways to share your Facebook group with potential new members:
- Invite people from your Friends list directly to the group.
- Share it in your Facebook profile or other groups you manage.
- Promote it on your other social media accounts.
- Encourage existing members to invite friends.
- Place the link on your website, blog, or email newsletter.
- Advertise your group in targeted Facebook ads.
Using a mix of direct invitations and link sharing can help get new members and grow your community. Be sure to follow Facebook’s rules and guidelines when promoting groups.
Troubleshooting Group Link Issues
In some cases, you may encounter issues copying or sharing your Facebook group link. Here are some troubleshooting tips:
- Make sure you’re an admin or moderator – only they can copy the link.
- If you can’t find the copy option, log out and back into Facebook.
- Double check group settings to confirm sharing abilities.
- Try copying on both desktop and mobile to see if one works.
- Make sure you have the latest Facebook app updates.
- If the link doesn’t work, regenerate a new one in your group’s settings.
Following these tips should help resolve any problems copying and sharing your Facebook group’s link. Reach out to Facebook support if issues persist.
Conclusion
Copying and sharing your Facebook group link is a simple process – just locate the copy option from the group menu. On desktop, mobile web, and apps, you can easily obtain the link and paste it anywhere you want. You can then promote your group and gain new members.
Remember to only share the link on platforms that adhere to Facebook’s terms of service. With the right promotion, your group can expand while staying within Facebook guidelines.