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

Riot Games lets you change the username tied to your account through the official website. The change takes effect when ready, and you can use it across all Riot games — League of Legends, Valorant, Teamfight Tactics, and others. However, there is a cooldown: after you change your username, you must wait 90 days before changing it again.

The process itself takes about five minutes. You log into your Riot account, navigate to the username settings, enter your new name, and confirm. Riot will check that the name is not already taken and does not violate their naming policy. If it passes, the change is live.

Key Takeaways

  • You change your username through the Riot Games website account settings, not through the game client itself.
  • New usernames must be between 3 and 16 characters, contain only letters, numbers, spaces, and hyphens, and cannot match an existing account.
  • The 90-day cooldown starts the moment you confirm the change, so plan ahead if you think you might want to change it again soon.
  • Changing your username does not affect your rank, MMR, skins, or any other account data — only the name other players see.
  • If Riot rejects your chosen name, the system will tell you why (usually because it violates their code of conduct or is already taken).

Where to change your username

Go to the Riot Games account website at account.riotgames.com. Log in with your email and password. On the left sidebar, click Username. You will see your current username and a button to edit it.

Do not try to change it in the game client itself — that option does not exist. The only way to change your username is through the account website. If you are logged into the website but cannot find the Username section, make sure you are in the account settings area and not the support or billing pages.

What names Riot will and will not accept

Your new username must be between 3 and 16 characters long. It can contain letters (uppercase and lowercase), numbers, spaces, and hyphens. It cannot contain special characters like underscores, periods, or emoji.

Riot also blocks names that violate their code of conduct. This means no slurs, hate speech, or sexually explicit content. Names that impersonate Riot staff, professional players, or celebrities are usually rejected. If your chosen name gets rejected, the website will show a message explaining why — either because it is already taken, violates the policy, or does not meet the character requirements.

The 90-day waiting period between changes

Once you change your username, you cannot change it again for 90 days. This cooldown is strict — there is no way to bypass it or request an exception. The timer starts the moment you confirm the change, not when you first try to change it.

If you are unsure about a new name, test it out mentally or ask friends what they think before you confirm. Changing your mind after you have already changed your username means waiting three months to try again. Some players write down their desired username and sit with it for a few days before making the change.

What stays the same when you change your username

Your rank, rating, win rate, and all statistics remain exactly the same. Your skins, champions, agents, and any cosmetics you own do not disappear. Your friends list does not reset. The only thing that changes is the name that appears above your character in games and on your profile.

Other players will see your new username the next time they encounter you in a match or check your profile. If you were on someone's friends list before the change, you will still be on it after — they will just see the new name next to your account.

If you forget your username or cannot access your account

If you cannot remember your current username or cannot log into your account, you will need to recover your account first. Go to account.riotgames.com and click Forgot your password? or Can't sign in? Riot will send a recovery link to the email address associated with your account.

If you no longer have access to that email address, contact Riot Support through the website. They can verify your identity and help you regain access. This process usually takes a few days. Once your account is find again, you can change your username normally.

Common mistakes when changing your username

The most common mistake is trying to change your username in the game client instead of the website. The client does not have a username change feature — you must use the account website. Another mistake is choosing a name that is already taken and not realizing it until you try to confirm. Riot checks this automatically, so you will see an error message if the name is unavailable.

Some players also forget about the 90-day cooldown and change their username impulsively, then regret it a week later. There is no undo button. If you change your mind, you have to wait 90 days to change it back. A few players also try to use special characters or spaces in ways that are not allowed — the system will reject these and explain what characters are permitted.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does changing my username affect my rank or MMR?

No. Your rank, rating, and all game statistics stay exactly the same. Only the name displayed on your profile and in matches changes. Your account history and all your data remain tied to your account.

Can I change my username back to my old one after 90 days?

Yes, as long as no one else has claimed that username in the meantime. After your 90-day cooldown ends, you can change to any available name, including your previous one. If someone else took it, you will have to choose a different name.

What if Riot rejects my username choice?

The website will show you why — usually because it is already taken, contains forbidden characters, or violates the code of conduct. Try a different name that meets the requirements: 3 to 16 characters, letters, numbers, spaces, and hyphens only, and no slurs or impersonation.

Does my username change affect my friends list or chat history?

No. Your friends will still see you on their list with your new name. Old chat messages and game history are not deleted. Everything stays connected to your account — only the display name changes.

Can I change my username if I am banned or suspended?

If your account is suspended or banned, you cannot log in to change your username. If your account is permanently banned, Riot will not allow username changes. If your account is temporarily suspended, you can change your username once the suspension ends and you regain access.