Yes, you can change your Valorant username, but only once every 30 days

Your Valorant username — the name that appears in-game and on your profile — can be changed through the Riot Games client. You get one free name change, and after that you can change it again every 30 days without paying anything. The process takes a few minutes and the new name shows up when ready in most places, though some older match records may still show your old name.

The username is separate from your Riot ID, which is the account name you use to log in. Changing your Valorant username does not change your login credentials or affect your rank, MMR, or any of your cosmetics and skins.

Key Takeaways

  • Open the Riot Games client, go to your account settings, and select "Change Riot ID" to update your Valorant username.
  • You can change your username once every 30 days at no cost, and the change takes effect when ready in-game.
  • Your rank, MMR, skins, and all cosmetics stay with your account — only the display name changes.
  • Usernames must be between 3 and 16 characters, contain only letters, numbers, and hyphens, and cannot be offensive or already taken by another player.
  • If your desired name is taken, you will see that message during the change process and must pick a different one.

Step-by-step: changing your username in the Riot client

Start by opening the Riot Games client on your computer. Log in with your account if you are not already signed in. Look for your account icon or profile picture in the top right corner of the client window and click it.

From the dropdown menu, select "Account" or "Settings" — the exact wording varies slightly by region, but it is always in that top-right menu. Once you are in your account settings, look for a section labeled "Riot ID" or "Username." Click the option to change or edit it.

Type your new username into the text field. The system will tell you when ready if the name is already taken or breaks the naming rules. Once you enter a name that works, click "Confirm" or "Save." The change takes effect right away, though you may need to restart the Valorant game client to see it reflected everywhere.

What names are allowed and what names are not

Valorant usernames must be between 3 and 16 characters long. You can use letters (A–Z, both uppercase and lowercase), numbers (0–9), and hyphens. Spaces and special characters like underscores, periods, or symbols are not allowed.

Riot Games also blocks names that are offensive, contain slurs, or violate their code of conduct. If you try to use a name that breaks these rules, the system will reject it and ask you to try again. Names that are already taken by another player will also be rejected — you will see a message saying the name is unavailable.

The 30-day waiting period between changes

After you change your username, you must wait 30 days before you can change it again. This timer starts from the moment you confirm the change, not from when you first tried to change it. If you change your name on a Monday, you can change it again on the Monday 30 days later.

The 30-day rule applies whether you are changing your name for the first time or the hundredth time. There is no way to speed this up or pay to bypass it — you straightforward have to wait the full month.

What stays the same when you change your username

Your rank, rating, and match history all remain attached to your account. Your skins, cosmetics, battle pass progress, and any other items you own do not change or disappear. Friends will still see you on their friends list, though your name will update to the new one.

Your Riot ID — the account name you use to log in — is separate from your Valorant username and does not change when you update your in-game name. If someone needs to add you as a friend, they will need your current Valorant username, not your Riot ID.

If your desired name is already taken

When you try to claim a name that another player already has, the Riot client will show you a message saying the name is unavailable. You cannot reserve a name or join a waitlist for it. Your only option is to choose a different name.

Some players add numbers or hyphens to make a variation of the name they want — for example, if "Shadow" is taken, you might try "Shadow-1" or "Shadow99." The system will let you know right away whether your variation is available.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does changing my username affect my rank or MMR?

No. Your rank, rating, and all match history stay exactly the same. Only the name displayed above your character changes. Your account and all its data remain unchanged.

Can I change my username more than once every 30 days?

No. You must wait a full 30 days between each username change. There is no way to pay to skip this waiting period or change it more often.

What is the difference between my Valorant username and my Riot ID?

Your Valorant username is what shows in-game and on your profile. Your Riot ID is the account name you use to log in to the Riot Games client. Changing your Valorant username does not change your Riot ID or login credentials.

Will my friends still see me if I change my username?

Yes. Your friends will still see you on their friends list, and your name will update to the new one automatically. They do not need to re-add you or do anything on their end.

Can I get my old username back if I change my mind?

You can change your username again after 30 days have passed. However, if someone else has claimed your old name in the meantime, you will not be able to reclaim it. Choose your new name carefully.