How to Send a LinkedIn Profile Link

Sending your LinkedIn profile should be a five-second task, but a messy, clumsy link can make the wrong first impression. Getting it right is about more than just copying and pasting, it’s about presenting yourself professionally online. This guide will walk you through exactly how to find, customize, and share your LinkedIn profile link on any device so you can network with confidence.

Why Your LinkedIn URL Matters More Than You Think

Think of your LinkedIn profile link as your digital business card. It's the one link you can put in your email signature, on your resume, or in a direct message that immediately tells someone who you are professionally. When a recruiter, a potential client, or a new connection asks to see your profile, a clean, direct link signals that you're polished and detail-oriented. A long, default URL filled with random numbers does the opposite - it can feel impersonal and a bit sloppy. Taking just 60 seconds to find and customize your URL is a small effort that pays off in every professional interaction you have online.

Finding and Sharing Your LinkedIn Profile Link

Let's get right into finding that link. Sharing your profile on the go is easy from the mobile app. The process is slightly different depending on whether you're on a computer or your phone, but both are straightforward once you know where to look.

On a Desktop or Laptop

Using a computer is the most direct way to get your profile link and is also where you'll want to be to customize it later.

1. Log into your LinkedIn account.
2. Click on the "Me" icon in the top right of the navigation bar (it has your profile picture).
3. From the dropdown menu, click "View Profile."
4. Once you're on your profile page, look at the address bar in your web browser. The URL displayed there is your profile link! You can copy it directly from there.

However, there's an even better place to find and copy your link, especially because this same page is where you’ll customize it.

1. On your profile page, look over to the top right side. You’ll see a box with the heading, "Public profile &, URL."
2. Click on "Edit public profile &, URL."
3. A new page will open. On the right side, under the section called "Edit your custom URL," you will see your official profile link (something like linkedin.com/in/yourname-a1b2c3d4). Next to it is a handy copy icon. Simply click that to copy a clean version of your URL.

On the LinkedIn Mobile App (iOS &, Android)

Sharing your profile on the go is easy from the mobile app. The steps are the same whether you're using an iPhone or an Android device.

1. Open the LinkedIn app on your phone.
2. Tap on your small profile picture in the top left corner.
3. Tap "View Profile" under your name.
4. Right below your headline and location, tap the three dots icon (...) for more options.
5. A menu will pop up from the bottom. You have two main choices:
   • Tap "Share via..." This opens your phone's native sharing menu, allowing you to send your profile link directly through apps like text messages, Slack, email, or WhatsApp.
   • Tap "Copy link" to copy the URL to your clipboard. You can then paste it anywhere you like.

The link copied from the mobile app is a shortened version (e.g., https://www.linkedin.com/in/ACoAAE...), which is perfectly fine for quick sharing but isn’t as professional as the custom URL you can set up on desktop.

The Pro Move: Creating a Custom LinkedIn URL

A default LinkedIn URL often contains your name followed by a string of random characters. It’s functional, but it’s not memorable or professional. A custom, or "vanity," URL makes your profile link clean, branded, and easy for people to remember.

Compare these two:

• Default URL: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-smith-9b1b3a1a5/
• Custom URL: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnsmith-marketing/

The custom one looks a lot better on a resume, right? Customizing it takes less than a minute and is one of the most effective personal branding tweaks you can make on the platform.

How to Set Up Your Custom URL

You can only do this from a desktop browser, not the mobile app.

1. Navigate to your profile by clicking the "Me" icon and then "View Profile."
2. On the right side of the page, click "Edit public profile &, URL."
3. This will take you to your Public Profile settings page. On the top right, under "Edit your custom URL," click the pencil icon.
4. A box will appear where you can type in your new custom URL ending. Your URL must be between 3-100 characters and can only contain letters and numbers (no spaces, special characters, or symbols).
5. Click "Save." If the URL you chose is already taken, LinkedIn will let you know, and you can try a different variation.

Quick Tips for Choosing a Great Custom URL:

• Start with your name: The best format is usually some variation of your professional name. Start with `firstname-lastname` or `firstnamelastname`.
• Add a middle initial: If your name is common, adding a middle initial (`john-d-smith`) is a simple way to find an available URL.
• Add your industry or skill: Including a keyword can be a great branding move. For example, `sarahjones-copywriter` or `michaelre-softwaredev`.
• Keep it simple: Avoid using numbers unless they are part of your established professional brand. The goal is to make it easy to read and remember.

Strategic Ways to Share Your LinkedIn Link

Once you have your nice, clean, custom URL, it’s time to put it to work. Don't just let it sit there - make it an active part of your professional toolkit.

In Your Email Signature

This is probably the most valuable real estate for your LinkedIn profile link. Every single email you send is an opportunity for a connection. Add it to your signature in Gmail, Outlook, or any other email client you use. Most people simply hyperlink their name or add a small LinkedIn icon to keep the signature clean.

On Your Resume or CV

Never submit a resume without a link to your LinkedIn profile. Place it in your header section along with your contact information (email, phone number). Make sure it’s a clickable hyperlink in the digital version (PDF or Word doc). A customized URL looks significantly more put-together here.

In Your Other Social Media Bios

If you have professional social media accounts on platforms like X (formerly Twitter) or a portfolio website, include your LinkedIn link in your bio. This creates a clear path for people who discover you on one platform to connect with you on the primary business network.

When Networking Via Messages

Whether you're following up after a meeting or making a new connection online, context is king. Never just drop your link into a message without explanation. Frame it politely.

Imagine this difference:

• Bad: "Hey, here's my LinkedIn: [link]"
• Good: "It was great connecting with you today. As we discussed, I’d love to stay in touch. Here’s a link to my LinkedIn profile, which has more details about my work in project management: [link]. Looking forward to connecting!"

On a Business Card (with a QR Code)

If you still use physical business cards, you can't just type out the URL and expect people to re-type it. Instead, generate a QR code that links directly to a free QR code generator online. This adds a modern, tech-savvy touch that makes it effortless for someone to visit your profile with a quick scan from their phone.

Final Thoughts

Learning how to find, customize, and share your LinkedIn profile link is a foundational skill for anyone serious about managing their professional brand online. A clean, custom URL makes you look more polished and detail-oriented, and when shared thoughtfully in email signatures, resumes, and messages, it becomes a powerful tool for effortless networking.

At our core, we believe that managing your professional brand and social media content should be straightforward, not complicated. Keeping your brand consistent and your content organized across multiple platforms, including LinkedIn, is exactly what Postbase was designed to fix. By giving you a simple, visual calendar and reliable scheduling that’s built for modern content formats, we help you plan your entire social strategy without the usual headaches, so you can focus on building meaningful connections.