How to Find an Instagram URL

Trying to find an Instagram profile URL can feel like a simple task you should already know, but a few extra steps can make it surprisingly confusing. Don't worry, it's easier than it looks, and this guide will show you exactly how to grab that link in seconds. We’ll cover how to find your own URL, how to find someone else’s URL, and the best way to do it on both your phone and a computer.

Understanding the Instagram URL Structure

Before we get into the "how," let's quickly break down the "what." Every public Instagram account has a unique URL that leads directly to its profile page. The structure is always the same and super simple:

https://www.instagram.com/username/

The only part that changes is the username. For example, the URL for Nike's Instagram profile is an easy-to-remember https://www.instagram.com/nike/. This direct link format is why having a clear and memorable username is so valuable for your brand. When the URL is clean, it's easy for people to share and even type into a browser from memory.

Knowing this basic structure is helpful because if you already know someone's exact username, you can often build the URL yourself without even opening Instagram. But for most cases, it’s faster and more reliable to just copy the link directly from the app or website.

How to Find Your Own Instagram Profile URL

You’ll often need your own URL to put in an email signature, on a resume, or on your website. Here are the two most common ways to find it.

From a Desktop Browser (The Easiest Way)

If you're on a laptop or desktop computer, finding your URL is the most straightforward method. It takes less than 10 seconds.

1. Open Your Browser: Navigate to Instagram.com and log into your account if you haven't already.
2. Go to Your Profile: In the top-right corner of the screen, click on your profile picture. A dropdown menu will appear.
3. Select "Profile": From that dropdown menu, simply click on "Profile."
4. Copy the URL: Look up at the address bar at the very top of your browser window. The URL displayed there is your direct profile link. Click on it, then copy it (you can right-click and select "Copy" or use the keyboard shortcut Ctrl+C on Windows or Cmd+C on a Mac).

That's all there is to it. The URL in your address bar is the link to your personal Instagram page, ready to be pasted wherever you need it.

From the Instagram Mobile App (A Little Different)

Finding your URL on the mobile app isn't as obvious, because there’s no address bar to look at. Instead, Instagram gives you a way to share your profile, which is how you can access the link.

1. Open the Instagram App: Launch the app on your smartphone.
2. Navigate to Your Profile: Tap on your profile picture in the small circle at the very bottom-right corner of the screen.
3. Tap "Share Profile": On your profile page, right below your bio and follower counts, you should see buttons for "Edit Profile" and "Share Profile." Tap "Share Profile".
4. Copy the Link: A new screen will appear showing your custom QR code, which others can scan to find you. Directly underneath the QR code, you'll see two options: "Copy Link" and "Share Profile." Tap "Copy Link".

Just like that, your personal Instagram URL has been copied to your phone's clipboard. You can now paste it into a text message, email, note, or anywhere else you need it.

How to Find Someone Else's Instagram URL

Whether you want to share a cool creator with a friend or add a client's profile link to a document, grabbing someone else's URL is just as easy.

Using a Desktop Browser

This process is nearly identical to finding your own URL. The web browser makes it easy to find any public-facing link.

1. Go to Instagram.com: If you're logged in, use the search bar at the top of the page to type in the name or username of the person or brand you're looking for.
2. Go to Their Profile: Click on their profile from the search results to navigate to their main page.
3. Copy From the Address Bar: Once their profile loads, the URL in your browser's address bar is the direct link to their page. Simply click and copy it.

Using the Instagram Mobile App

Just like with your own profile, you'll use a "sharing" option to grab the URL. Instead of sharing a QR code, you'll go through the profile menu.

1. Find the Profile: Use the search feature (the magnifying glass icon in the bottom menu) to find and navigate to the person's profile page.
2. Open the Profile Menu: On their profile page, look for the three dots (…) in the top-right corner of the screen. Tap them.
3. Copy the Link: A menu will slide up from the bottom of the screen with several options like "Report," "Block," and "About This Account." Towards the bottom of this menu, you'll find an option that says "Copy Profile URL." Tap it.

A small notification will appear confirming that the link has been copied to your clipboard. You're now ready to share that user's profile anywhere you like.

Common Reasons You'd Need an Instagram URL

Knowing how to find the URL is one thing, but understanding why it's so useful is important for anyone building a brand or presence online. This simple piece of text is a bridge between your Instagram and the rest of the world.

• Digital Business Cards: Adding your Instagram URL to your email signature lets every person you communicate with know where to find you on social media.
• Website &, Blog Integration: You can use the URL to create "Follow me on Instagram" buttons or links on your website, directing your site traffic to your social profile.
• Physical Marketing Materials: Your Instagram URL (or better yet, a QR code that links to it) can be printed on business cards, flyers, posters, and product packaging.
• Cross-Promoting on Other Platforms: This is a big one. You need the direct URL to link to your Instagram profile from your bio on X (formerly Twitter), your LinkedIn profile, your TikTok bio, or your YouTube channel description.
• Sharing Profiles with Others: Sending a direct URL is much more effective than telling a friend to "search for @amazingbrand2024." It eliminates confusion and takes them right where you want them to go.
• Connecting to Third-Party Apps: Many social media tools, analytics platforms, or contest apps require a direct profile URL to connect your account or track data properly.

Bonus Tip: How to Find an Instagram URL Without an Account

What if you just want to find a profile but don't want to log in? As long as the profile is public, you can. You just need to know the person's exact username.

Simply open any web browser and type the URL format directly into the address bar:

https://www.instagram.com/therock/

Replace "therock" with the username you're looking for, press Enter, and if you've typed it correctly, the public profile will appear. The biggest drawback here is precision - a single typo in the username will give you a "Sorry, this page isn't available" error. This method also won't work for private profiles, which can't be viewed without logging in and following the person.

Final Thoughts

Finding an Instagram URL is a simple task that everyone managing a social presence needs to know. Whether you’re on a computer and can grab it from the address bar or on your phone using the "Share Profile" or "Copy Profile URL" function, it only takes a few taps to get the exact link you need to share, connect, and promote your brand.

Having direct links on hand is especially important when you start managing several profiles for yourself or for clients. At that point, staying organized becomes everything. We built Postbase because we knew that feeling of drowning in too many tabs and apps. By using our visual calendar to plan and schedule all your content, and our unified inbox to manage all notifications, you can consolidate your entire social media workflow into one clean space instead of feeling scattered across multiple platforms.