What does a LinkedIn URL look like?

Your LinkedIn URL is a combination of your first and last name plus some numbers and letters, and random slashes “/” for reasons unknown. It’s a valid address – meaning if you type it in, it works, but the tricky part is making sure that people type it in correctly.

Should I customize my LinkedIn URL?

Customizing your public profile URL makes you easier to find. It’s a quick, easy way to differentiate you from all of the other LinkedIn users out there. This is particularly important for those with common names. Doing so boosts your credibility.

How do I create a short URL?

For a Website

Copy the URL that you want to shorten.
Go to tinyurl.com.
Paste the long URL and click the “Make TinyURL!” button.
The shortened URL will appear. You can now copy and paste it where you need it.

What is a good URL for LinkedIn?

The default URL would look like- “linkedin.com/pub/yourname/29/890/2b9/”. Whereas the URL of any in-crowd member would appear as: “linkedin.com/in/their-name.” With a URL like this, you will look like a savvy LinkedIn user, and the URL will look much better whenever and wherever you post it. Enough of the waiting now.

What is the best LinkedIn URL?

Your custom URL can have 5-30 letters or numbers. Don’t use spaces, symbols, or special characters. We recommend using a variation of your name and/or your professional brand since you’ll share this URL with people so they can find your LinkedIn profile.

What do I put in my LinkedIn URL?

The LinkedIn URL on your resume can start with linkedin.com/. But make sure your link is a link (i.e. it’s clickable and redirects where it should), not just a character string. And this is how to personalize your public URL using LinkedIn Mobile App: Tap on the Me icon next to the search bar at the top.

How do I create a custom URL?

Follow these steps:

Go to Settings in the top right menu.
Click “Advanced”
Select “Add a custom short domain”.
Type your domain, then add.
You’ll be taken to the verification screen. Follow the steps to verify your ownership of the domain.

How do you copy your LinkedIn URL?

Now, if you’re wondering how to copy your LinkedIn profile link, it is quite easy. Just highlight (select) the web link in your web browser, copy the entire URL, and paste it on your resume or other digital touchpoints.

Why is LinkedIn URL not valid?

The error message “LinkedIn URL must be a valid URL” indicates that your link does not include all the necessary components for the system to recognize it as a valid URL. If you do not include https:// with your link URL, please add it and try to submit it again.