Ethan Brooks
How To Link Your Website to Your Facebook Profile on Mobile
Adding a website link to your Facebook profile can be a real game-changer, especially if you’re trying to drive traffic to your personal blog, business site, or whatever else you’ve got online. The thing is, the process isn’t super obvious in the app sometimes—Facebook’s UI can be a bit confusing or hidden behind menus that look the same for different things. So, this little guide helps clear up how to actually get that URL linked up without pulling hair out. Expect a few taps, maybe some poking around, but it’s doable.
Once done, your profile will show your website link, making it easier for visitors to find your stuff. No more copying and pasting links into posts, plus it adds some credibility if you’ve got a dedicated business site or portfolio. Just be aware, Facebook sometimes updates the layout or privacy options, so if things look different, it might be worth checking for recent app updates or fiddling with the settings a bit.
How to Add a Website to Your Facebook Profile Using the App
Access your profile from the Facebook app
- Open the Facebook app on your phone (iOS or Android).
- Tap on your profile icon or your name, usually at the top of the home screen, especially if your app’s default layout shows the feed first. This takes you straight to your profile page.
It’s kind of weird, but sometimes the profile icon isn’t obvious, especially if you’re new to the app. Tap around if needed, but typically it’s right there — a small circle with your profile picture or your initial.
Navigate to your profile settings and information
- Scroll down a bit until you see About or Edit profile.
- On some setups, you’ll need to tap the three dots or the menu icon (typically top right) and then look for Edit Profile.
- Within your profile, find the section called Contact info. If it’s hidden, look for an option like Edit profile details.
Honestly, Facebook’s menu can be a maze. But the goal here is to get to your profile info where your contact details live. This is where the magic happens.
Look for the option to add or edit your website
- Scroll so you see the Website or Website URL field. On some versions, it might be under Contact info or a similar label.
- If you’re not seeing the option, try tapping Edit (pencil icon) on that section. Some versions of the app only show the field after editing.
This part trips people up more often than you’d think—Facebook doesn’t always prominently display the website field on mobile, and sometimes it’s tucked away in the background. That’s why digging into profile edit mode is necessary.
Enter and save your website link
- Type or paste your website URL directly into the field. Make sure it starts with
http://orhttps://. Sometimes leaving out the prefix makes the link not show up correctly, or Facebook won’t recognize it properly. - Once you’ve entered everything, check that the link is correct—typos here mean visitors hit a dead end.
- Tap Save or the checkmark icon to confirm your changes.
If things aren’t saving immediately, give it a sec or try reloading your profile. Sometimes, app glitches happen, and re-trying after a quick restart of the app can fix weird bugs.
Adjust your privacy settings for the link
- After saving, double-check who can see your info. Tap on the website field and look for audience controls—typically a little icon that says Public, Friends, or Only Me.
- Set it to Public if you want everyone to see your website link without restrictions.
On some setups, privacy controls don’t update immediately—sometimes you need to go back into settings, or the app might need an update. Facebook is notoriously inconsistent about this, so if your link is hidden after updating, it’s worth rechecking privacy options or even reinstalling the app.
Final check — look at your profile
- Go back to your profile page and scroll down a bit. Your website URL should be visible near your bio or in the contact info section.
- If it’s not showing, try editing the profile again or refreshing the app.
Trust me, it’s kind of weird how Facebook handles this, especially on mobile—the profile editing can be inconsistent. But on one setup it worked the first time, on another… not so much. Patience is key.
Extra tips & common issues
- If the option to add your website isn’t showing up, make sure your Facebook app is updated to the latest version. Sometimes, new features or UI tweaks only roll out with updates.
- Privacy settings can block the display, so double-check those if your link isn’t visible to others.
- Double-check your URI for typos or missing prefixes. Using a URL shortener like Bitly can help if your link is long or messy.
- On some devices or app versions, these options might only show up on desktop, so switching to a desktop browser can sometimes make life easier.
Wrap-up
Getting that website link onto your Facebook profile on mobile isn’t as straightforward as it seems, but with a bit of poking around in the profile editing menu, it’s doable. Expect some trial and error with privacy or saving, but once it’s done, it makes your profile way more useful for anyone checking it out.
Summary
- Open Facebook app and go to your profile.
- Tap Edit Profile or scroll to contact info.
- Add or edit your website URL with the correct prefix.
- Make sure the visibility set to Public.
- Save and double-check if your link shows up.
Fingers crossed this helps
This isn’t always a smooth process—sometimes Facebook’s UI is unhelpful, and you might need to tinker a bit. But at least now, you’ve got a clearer map of where to look. Hopefully this shaves off some hours for someone, or at least prevents a few moments of frustration. Good luck, and keep that profile shiny!