📤 Quick Answer
To share your Instagram profile: Go to your profile → Tap the ☰ menu → Select "QR code" to show your scannable code, or tap "Share profile" to copy link or send via other apps. Your profile URL is always: instagram.com/yourusername
Your Instagram Profile URL
Every Instagram account has a direct URL that follows this format:
Replace "yourusername" with your actual Instagram username. This link works everywhere – text messages, emails, websites, business cards, and more.
Method 1: Copy Your Profile Link
Go to Your Profile
Open Instagram and tap your profile picture in the bottom right.
Open Menu
Tap the three horizontal lines (☰) in the top right corner.
Select Share Profile
Tap "Share profile" from the menu options.
Copy Link or Share
Tap "Copy link" to copy your profile URL, or choose an app to share directly.
Method 2: Share via QR Code
QR codes are perfect for in-person sharing – at events, networking, or on printed materials.
To access your QR code:
1. Go to your profile → Tap ☰ menu
2. Select "QR code"
3. Your scannable QR code appears – others can scan it with their camera
4. Tap the code to customize color or add an emoji
5. Use the share button to save or send the QR image
💡 Pro tip: Save your QR code to your photos and add it to business cards, presentations, or marketing materials for easy following.
Method 3: Share as Profile Card
Profile cards are visual previews of your profile that look great when shared in messages or on other platforms.
1. Go to your profile → Tap Share profile
2. Select a messaging app (iMessage, WhatsApp, etc.)
3. Instagram automatically creates a visual card preview
4. Send to your recipient – they'll see your name, photo, and bio
Best Places to Share Your Instagram Profile
Email Signature
Add your Instagram link to your email signature for passive exposure.
Website & Blog
Add an Instagram icon/link in your header, footer, or contact page.
Other Social Platforms
Link your Instagram in TikTok, Twitter, YouTube, and LinkedIn bios.
Business Cards
Print your QR code or username on business cards and marketing materials.
Resume/Portfolio
Include your Instagram if it showcases relevant work or personal brand.
Events & Presentations
Display your QR code on slides or at booth displays for easy scanning.
How to Share Someone Else's Profile
1. Go to their profile
2. Tap the three dots (⋯) in the top right
3. Select "Share this profile"
4. Choose how to share: DM, copy link, or other apps
💡 You can also long-press on their username anywhere in Instagram to get quick sharing options.
Tips for Getting More Followers from Profile Shares
Optimize Your Profile First
Before sharing widely, make sure your bio is compelling, your profile pic is clear, and your recent posts represent your best content.
Share with Context
Don't just drop a link. Tell people why they should follow you: "I share daily recipe ideas" or "Behind the scenes of my art process."
Track Your Growth
After sharing your profile, monitor which methods bring the most new followers and double down on what works.
Frequently Asked Questions
Track Your Follower Growth
Sharing your profile should bring new followers. But are they sticking around? UnfollowCheck shows you who followed, who unfollowed, and helps you understand your growth.
Try UnfollowCheck Free→