How do I create relative hyperlinks in Notion?

Creating relative hyperlinks in Notion is simpler than you might think—these internal links connect pages and blocks within your workspace using Notion's native linking system rather than external URLs. Unlike absolute web links, relative hyperlinks in Notion automatically update when you move or reorganize content, ensuring your internal navigation stays functional regardless of workspace changes. This approach allows you to build interconnected knowledge bases where information flows seamlessly from one page to another. Understanding how to create these links effectively can transform how you organize and navigate your Notion workspace.

The most straightforward method involves selecting the text you want to turn into a link, then typing "@" followed by the name of the page you want to link to. Notion will display a dropdown menu of matching pages in your workspace, and you can select the target destination. Alternatively, you can highlight text and use the keyboard shortcut Ctrl+K (or Cmd+K on Mac) to open the link dialog, then search for and select your target page. This creates what Notion calls a "page mention" that functions as your relative hyperlink.

For more precise linking, you can create links to specific blocks within pages by copying the block's link address. Right-click on any block (paragraph, heading, or database entry) and select "Copy link to block." When you paste this link elsewhere in your workspace, it creates a relative hyperlink that jumps directly to that specific content. This feature proves particularly valuable when referencing specific sections in long documents or connecting related ideas across different pages.

The main advantage of Notion's relative linking system is its resilience—links remain functional even when you rename pages, move them between databases, or share workspaces with others. However, there are limitations to consider. Links break if you delete the target page entirely, and the mobile experience for managing links can feel less intuitive than the desktop version. Additionally, relative links only work within the same Notion workspace, so they won't function if you export content to other platforms.

Mastering relative hyperlinks transforms your Notion workspace into a dynamic, interconnected system where information builds upon itself naturally. Whether you're creating a personal knowledge base, managing team documentation, or building complex project workflows, these internal connections help you maintain context and reduce the mental overhead of navigating between related content. The key is starting simple with basic page links, then gradually incorporating block-level linking as your workspace grows in complexity.