Overview
Getting the URL of a LinkedIn post allows you to directly link to or share that specific content. LinkedIn makes it easy to find the URL for any post you have access to viewing. There are a few different ways to find the URL, depending on if you want the URL for your own post or someone else’s post.
Finding the URL for Your Own Post
If you want to get the URL for a post you created on LinkedIn, follow these steps:
- Go to your LinkedIn profile and click on the “Posts” section
- Locate the specific post you want the URL for and click on the three dots icon next to the post
- Select “Copy link to post” from the dropdown menu
This will automatically copy the post URL to your clipboard. You can then paste this anywhere you need to share a direct link to that post.
Using the Share Button
Another easy way to get the URL for your own post is to use the share button. Every post you create has a share icon below it. Simply click this share icon and then select “Copy link”. This will copy the URL so you can paste it elsewhere.
Finding the URL for Someone Else’s Post
To get the URL for another LinkedIn member’s public post, use these steps:
- Go to their profile and click on Posts
- Locate the specific post and click the three dots icon next to it
- Choose “Copy link to post” to copy the URL
This lets you share a direct link to content posted by connections and other profiles you can view.
Using the Share Button on Their Post
Just like with your own posts, you can click the share icon below any public post to access the copy link option. This gives you the URL that you can paste to share it.
URL Structure
LinkedIn post URLs follow a consistent structure that can tell you a bit about the post. Here is an example post URL:
https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:6754657546944716800/
The different parts include:
- https://www.linkedin.com/ – The LinkedIn domain
- feed/update/ – Indicates this is a post URL
- urn:li:activity: – Identifies the content type as an activity update
- 6754657546944716800 – The unique ID of the post
So the basic structure will always be the LinkedIn domain, followed by /feed/update/, the content type identifier, and the unique post ID number.
Finding URLs in the Mobile App
The LinkedIn mobile app makes it easy to find a post URL too. Just navigate to the post you want and tap the three dots icon next to it. Then select “Copy link” to copy the URL.
Post URLs for Pages vs. Profiles
One thing to note is that post URLs will differ slightly depending on whether they were shared on a LinkedIn Page or an individual profile.
For Pages, the URL will be:
https://www.linkedin.com/company/page-name/posts/post-id
For Profiles, it will be:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/profile-name/posts/post-id
The page or profile name and unique post ID will change, but the structure remains the same.
Embedding a Post
In addition to sharing a post URL directly, you can embed LinkedIn posts into other sites like a blog or website. Simply click the three dots next to a post, choose “Embed”, and copy the embed code.
Then paste this code into your site’s HTML where you want the post to display. Embedded posts allow readers to see the post content without leaving your site.
Post Visibility and Access
Remember, to share or embed a LinkedIn post URL, you must have access to view the full post content. Your visibility depends on:
- If the post is public or restricted to certain connections
- If your account is logged in and connected to the person who posted it
- Your account settings like country and language
So if you want to share posts with audiences broader than your own connections, it is best to publish them publicly. Private posts often give errors to people without access.
Troubleshooting Issues
Here are some common issues and troubleshooting tips for LinkedIn post URLs:
| Issue | Solution |
| URL gives a 404 or page not found error | The post may have been deleted or restricted after the URL was generated. Try navigating to the post directly on LinkedIn to troubleshoot. |
| URL redirects to homepage or LinkedIn login page | You may need to log in to your LinkedIn account to view the post based on visibility settings. |
| Embed code does not display post | Verify the embed code was copied correctly and that visibility settings allow it to be shown. |
| Shared URL only shows summary, not full post | Try logging into your LinkedIn account if you want to see the full post content. |
| Get malware warnings when clicking URL | This URL is likely a scam and not the real LinkedIn post. Do not click it and delete the message. |
Best Practices
Here are some best practices when sharing LinkedIn post URLs:
- Always view the post or embed code directly within LinkedIn before sharing to verify quality.
- If privacy settings allow, share posts publicly to maximize distribution.
- Use relevant hashtags and captions when sharing a post URL on other networks.
- Shorten long URLs with a link shortening tool to improve clickability.
- Monitor analytics on link clicks to see if your audience is engaging with the shared post.
- Make sure any embedded posts are placed in contextually relevant locations.
Conclusion
LinkedIn allows you to easily find the specific URL for any post in just a few clicks. This lets you directly link to content for sharing or embedding on other sites. While you can only access URLs for posts you have permission to view, there are many options to customize visibility when publishing. Post URLs can help drive traffic between sites and profiles, as well as increase the reach of high-quality content. Just be sure to follow best practices around sharing to get the most value.
