Yes, you can change your Riot account username, but only once every 90 days

Riot Games lets you change the username on your Riot account (the one you use to log into the Riot client) once every 90 days. The change takes effect when ready after you confirm it. You cannot change it back to a previous username, and you cannot change it to a name that is already in use or that violates Riot's username policy.

This is different from your in-game summoner name in League of Legends or your agent name in Valorant — those have their own separate change rules and cooldowns. If you want to change your Riot account username, you do it through your account settings on the Riot website, not through the game client.

Key Takeaways

  • You can change your Riot account username once every 90 days through your account settings at account.riotgames.com.
  • The new username takes effect right away, but you cannot revert to an old username or use one that is already taken.
  • Changing your Riot account username does not change your summoner name in League of Legends or your agent name in Valorant — those are separate.
  • If your new username violates Riot's policy (slurs, hate speech, impersonation), Riot may force a change and lock you out of further changes for a period.

Where to change your Riot account username

Go to account.riotgames.com and log in with your current credentials. Click on the "Account" tab on the left side. You will see a section labeled "Username" with your current name displayed. Click the "Change" button next to it.

A box will appear asking you to enter your new username. Type the name you want, then click "Change Username" to confirm. Riot will check whether the name is available and whether it follows their policy. If it passes both checks, the change is when ready — you will see your new username on the page right away.

If Riot rejects the name, you will see a message explaining why. Common reasons are that the name is already taken, contains banned words, or looks like an attempt to impersonate a Riot employee or a well-known player. You can try a different name when ready.

The 90-day cooldown and what it means

After you change your username, you cannot change it again for 90 days. This cooldown starts the moment you confirm the change, not when you first tried. If you change your mind five minutes after confirming, you are still locked in for 90 days.

The 90-day rule applies to every account separately. If you have multiple Riot accounts, each one has its own 90-day timer. Changing the username on one account does not affect the cooldown on another.

If you change your username and then realize you made a typo or want to go back, you will have to wait the full 90 days before you can change it again. There is no way to speed this up or get an exception.

Why your Valorant agent name and League summoner name did not change

Your Riot account username is separate from your in-game display names. When you change your Riot account username, your summoner name in League of Legends and your agent name in Valorant stay the same. This can be confusing because you might expect everything to update together.

If you want to change your summoner name in League, you do that through the League client — it costs 1,380 Blue Essence or 975 Riot Points, and you can change it as often as you want (though Riot may force a change if the name violates policy). If you want to change your agent name in Valorant, you do that through the Valorant client, and there is no cost or cooldown.

Your Riot account username is what appears when you log into the Riot client and what shows up in your account settings. Your in-game names are what other players see when they play against you or check your profile from within the game.

What happens if Riot forces a username change

If you choose a username that violates Riot's policy — such as one containing slurs, hate speech, sexual content, or an attempt to impersonate a Riot employee — Riot may force you to change it. When this happens, you will receive an email notification, and you will be required to pick a new username the next time you log in.

If Riot forces a change, they may also lock you out of changing your username again for a set period (often 30 to 90 days beyond the forced change). This is a penalty for the violation, not just the standard cooldown. Repeated violations can result in account restrictions or suspension.

Usernames you cannot use

Riot has a list of words and phrases that are not allowed in usernames. These include slurs, hate speech, sexual content, and names that impersonate Riot staff or famous players. Riot also blocks usernames that are too similar to existing ones — for example, if someone already has "Valorant," you cannot use "Valorant1" or "V alornt" (with a space).

Usernames that are purely numbers, that consist of only special characters, or that are extremely long (over 16 characters) are also rejected. If you are unsure whether a name will be allowed, try entering it in the change form — Riot will tell you when ready if it violates policy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my username back to what it was before?

No. Once you change your Riot account username, you cannot use any of your previous usernames again, even after the 90-day cooldown expires. If you want to use an old username, someone else would have to be using it first and then stop using it — and even then, Riot may not allow it.

Does changing my Riot account username affect my League or Valorant rank?

No. Your rank, MMR, and match history are tied to your account, not your username. Changing your Riot account username does not reset anything or affect your standing in any game.

What if someone else is using the username I want?

You cannot use a username that is already taken by another account. If the name you want is taken, you will need to choose a different one. There is no way to claim or reserve a username, and Riot does not release inactive usernames.

Can I change my username if my account is restricted or suspended?

If your account is suspended, you cannot log in and therefore cannot change your username. If your account is restricted (such as chat restrictions), you can still change your username through your account settings, but Riot may force a change if they determine your current username violates policy.

How long does it take for my new username to show up everywhere?

Your new username appears in your account settings right away. It will show up in the Riot client the next time you log in. In League and Valorant, your in-game display name (summoner name or agent name) will not change unless you change it separately through each game's client.