How Do I Find My User Id in Linux?
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How do I find my user ID Linux?

There are a couple of ways:

  1. Using the id command you can get the real and effective user and group IDs. id -u <username> If no username is supplied to id , it will default to the current user.
  2. Using the enviroment variable. echo $UID.

How do I find my user ID?

How do I find my user ID?

  1. Open the Activity tab.
  2. Tap the Settings wheel in the top right-hand corner.
  3. Tap on Account.
  4. Your user ID should be visible underneath the Change password button.
Maya Lin-Takahashi

Maya Lin-Takahashi

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Maya is a hardware enthusiast who tests and reviews smart home devices, smartphones, wearables, and audio gear. She focuses on practical consumer value and build quality.

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