clean up your linkedin url

by | Oct 12, 2026

first impressions matter so don’t ignore

Your LinkedIn profile is often the first digital handshake you offer. But if your URL looks like a robot’s generated it by bashing random keys —full of random numbers and characters—it’s time for a tidy-up. This guide walks you through how to customise your LinkedIn URL so it’s sleek, memorable, and brand-ready.

why your default LinkedIn url Is letting you down

By default, LinkedIn assigns a messy string of characters to your profile URL. It’s not personal, it’s not professional, and it’s definitely not something you want printed on a business card. Think of it like showing up to a networking event wearing socks with sandals. Technically fine. But… why?

how to edit your linkedin url

  1. Go to your LinkedIn profile.
  2. Click “Edit public profile & URL” (top right corner).
  3. Hit the pencil icon next to your URL.
  4. Type in your clean, custom version—ideally just your name or brand.

    Save and admire your handiwork.

💡 Tip: Keep it simple. Avoid symbols, spaces, or anything that screams “1998 email address.”

your urls clean – now let’s polish your profile

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written by James Mossop

Logo and brand designer at The Pink Octopus in Corby, helping start-ups and small businesses get logos they actually own.

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