How to Share a TikTok Profile Link

Sharing your TikTok profile link should be simple, and it is - the app gives you a direct link in just a few taps. The real challenge isn't finding the link, but knowing the most effective places to share it to attract the right kind of followers. This guide will walk you through the quick steps to find your link and QR code, but more importantly, it will give you a strategic playbook on where and how to share it for maximum growth.

Finding and Sharing Your TikTok Profile Link: A Quick Guide

First things first, let's get that link in your clipboard. TikTok offers a few different ways to grab your profile URL, whether you’re on your phone or on a computer. Each method is straightforward and takes less than a minute.

1. From the TikTok Mobile App (The Easiest Way)

Most of us use TikTok on our phones, and the app makes this process incredibly easy. There are two primary ways to do it.

Method One: The "Edit Profile" Menu

This is the most direct way to copy your link.

• Open the TikTok app and tap the Profile icon in the bottom-right corner.
• On your profile page, tap the "Edit Profile" button located just below your follower count.
• Look for the section labeled "Profile URL." You'll see your link right there, formatted as tiktok.com/@yourusername.
• Tap on the link itself, and a "Link copied" confirmation will appear at the top of your screen. That’s it! The link is now ready to be pasted anywhere you like.

Method Two: The "Share Profile" Option

This method gives you more sharing options besides just copying the link.

• Navigate to your Profile page.
• Tap the three horizontal lines (☰) in the top-right corner to open the menu.
• Select "Settings and privacy."
• Near the top of the next screen, you’ll see an option for "Share profile." Tap it.
• A share sheet will pop up from the bottom, giving you several choices. You can tap "Copy link" to add the URL to your clipboard, or you can send it directly to friends via SMS, WhatsApp, Instagram DMs, and other apps.

2. Sharing Directly with a QR Code

A QR code is a fantastic tool for sharing your profile in real-world situations, like at a networking event, on a business card, or on a flyer in a physical store. Instead of asking someone to spell out your username, you can just let them scan your code.

How to find your TikTok QR code:

• Go to your Profile page in the TikTok app.
• Tap the small QR code icon that appears right next to your username near the top of the screen.
• Your unique QR code will appear, fully branded with your profile picture. From here, you can tap "Download" to save the image to your phone's gallery, or you can share it directly with contacts through various apps.

Pro Tip: Many people screenshot their QR code and save it in a "Favorites" album on their phone for quick access during conversations.

3. Finding Your Link on a Desktop Computer

If you're using TikTok on a laptop or desktop computer, the process is even simpler. Your profile link is just the URL in your browser's address bar when you’re viewing your profile page.

• Open your preferred web browser and go to Tiktok.com.
• Log in to your account.
• Click on your profile picture in the top-right corner of the window.
• From the dropdown menu, select "View profile."
• Once your profile page loads, simply highlight and copy the full URL from the address bar at the top of your browser. It will always be in the format https://www.tiktok.com/@yourusername.

Your TikTok Link is an Invitation: Where to Share It for Real Growth

Having your link is just the first step. To turn that link into a growth engine for your brand, you need to place it where your target audience, potential customers, and future fans already hang out. Think of it as leaving a trail of breadcrumbs back to your profile. Here’s where to start. You can also learn how to promote your business on social media more broadly.

1. Your Instagram Bio (The "Link in Bio" Staple)

This is probably the most valuable digital real estate you have for cross-promotion. The audience that follows you on Instagram is already interested in what you do, all you need to do is make it easy for them to find your TikTok content. Your Instagram bio is the perfect place to do that.

• How to do it: Go to your Instagram profile, tap "Edit Profile," and paste your TikTok link into the "Website" field.
• Level it up: Regularly use Instagram Stories to promote your new TikToks. Film a short teaser, add a "New Video" sticker, and verbally tell your audience - or use on-screen text - to "Check out the full thing on TikTok! Link in bio." Direct and clear instructions work best.

2. All Your Other Social Media Profiles (X, Facebook, Threads, LinkedIn, etc.)

Don’t neglect your other profiles. Make sure your TikTok link is accessible everywhere you have an online presence. While a simple link in your bio section is good, it's even better when you actively promote your TikTok content in your posts.

• On X (Twitter) or Threads, share your link with a clever caption like, "If my short text posts are good, wait 'til you see what I do with 60 seconds of video. Follow me on TikTok!"
• On your Facebook Page, you can add your TikTok link to the "About" section and occasionally share a popular TikTok video (downloaded without the watermark, if possible) with a call to action directing people to your profile for more.
• On LinkedIn, this works surprisingly well if your TikTok content aligns with your professional brand. A creator in the marketing space could post: "I'm sharing daily marketing tips in quick, easy-to-digest formats over on my TikTok. Check it out here."

3. Your Email Signature

This is one of the most underrated branding opportunities. Think about how many emails you send every single day. Adding your TikTok link to your email signature is a passive but powerful way to get your profile in front of clients, colleagues, collaborators, and customers without doing any extra work.

• Most email clients let you add hyperlinked text or social media icons. Instead of pasting the raw URL, you can use a small TikTok icon and link it directly to your profile for a cleaner, more professional look.

4. Your Website or Blog

If you have a website, your TikTok profile should be featured prominently. Visitors to your site have already shown a high level of interest in you or your brand. Give them another way to connect.

• Add social media icons (including TikTok) to your website’s header, footer, or contact page.
• For advanced users, you can embed your TikTok feed directly onto a page on your site. This shows off your latest videos and drives traffic back to your profile.

5. In Your YouTube Video Descriptions

If you create long-form content or YouTube Shorts, it is absolutely essential to link your TikTok in your video descriptions. The audience for Shorts is nearly identical to the audience for TikToks. Create a virtuous cycle where your YouTube viewers become TikTok followers and vice versa.

• Add your TikTok profile link to your default video description so it's included in every new upload.
• Pin a comment on your most popular videos that says something like, "For more content like this, follow me on TikTok!" with your profile link.

Don't Just Share - Give People a Reason to Click

Simply pasting a link doesn't guarantee a follow. You need to frame it in a way that creates curiosity and makes people want to see what you’re all about. Here’s how to elevate your sharing strategy, and ultimately grow your social media followers.

The Power of a Strong Call to Action (CTA)

A link by itself is passive. A call to action is an active invitation. Never just drop a link without context. Tell people exactly what they'll get when they click it.

• Weak CTA: "My TikTok: tiktok.com/@yourusername"
• Strong CTA: "Follow my daily 'day-in-the-life' videos as I build my brand on TikTok!"
• Another Strong CTA: "Want exclusive looks behind the scenes? It's all on my TikTok profile. Tap the link to follow!"

Be specific. Give them a tangible reason - tutorials, entertainment, behind-the-scenes content - to click that link and hit the follow button.

Create a "Link-Worthy" Profile

The best promotion for your TikTok link is a fantastic TikTok profile. Before you go on a sharing spree, make sure your house is in order. You might want to learn how to optimize your Instagram profile for better results.

• Does your bio clearly state who you are and what value you provide?
• Is your profile picture clear and recognizable?
• Are your most recent videos a good representation of the content someone can expect if they follow you?

When someone clicks your link from another platform, they should instantly understand what your page is about. Your profile needs to deliver on the promise you made in your call to action.

Final Thoughts

Getting your hands on your TikTok profile link or QR code is the easy part, taking just a few seconds on mobile or desktop. The real path to growth comes from strategically placing that link across every channel where you have a presence, from your Instagram bio and email signature to your YouTube descriptions. Pairing that link with a compelling reason for someone to click is what turns a simple share into a new, engaged follower.

Consistently managing this kind of cross-promotion across all your channels can easily become overwhelming. With Postbase, you can use the visual calendar to schedule all of your social posts in one place. You can plan ahead and create all the posts that promote your TikTok content on X, Facebook, and LinkedIn in one session, making sure your growth strategy runs on autopilot while you focus on creating great videos.