You change your Valorant username through the Riot Games website, not in the game itself

Your Valorant username is tied to your Riot Games account, so you change it on the Riot website by signing in, going to your account settings, and updating your summoner name. The process takes about five minutes and costs 1,325 Valorant Points the first time you change it — roughly $10 USD, though prices vary by region. After that, each name change costs 1,625 Valorant Points. You can change your name once every 30 days.

The name you choose must be between 3 and 16 characters, can include letters and numbers, and cannot contain spaces or special characters. Riot Games reserves the right to force a name change if your username violates their code of conduct, which means no slurs, hate speech, or impersonation of real people or public figures.

Key Takeaways

  • You change your Valorant username on the Riot Games website at account.riotgames.com, not inside the Valorant client.
  • The first name change costs 1,325 Valorant Points; each change after that costs 1,625 Valorant Points.
  • You can change your name once every 30 days, and the new name takes effect when ready across all Riot Games titles you play.
  • Your chosen name must be 3 to 16 characters, contain only letters and numbers, and cannot violate Riot's code of conduct.

Step 1: Sign in to your Riot Games account

Go to account.riotgames.com and click "Sign In" in the top right corner. Enter the email address or username you use to log into Valorant, then enter your password. If you have two-factor authentication enabled on your account, you will need to enter a code from your authenticator app or email to complete the sign-in.

If you cannot remember your password, click "Forgot your password?" on the sign-in page and follow the recovery steps. Riot will send a reset link to the email address associated with your account.

Step 2: Navigate to your account settings

Once you are signed in, look for your account name or profile icon in the top right corner of the page and click it. A dropdown menu will appear. Select "Account" from this menu to go to your account overview page.

On the account overview page, look for a section labeled "Summoner Name" or "Username" — this is where you manage your in-game name. Click the edit button (usually a pencil icon) next to your current summoner name.

Step 3: Choose and confirm your new username

A text box will appear where you can type your new username. Remember that it must be between 3 and 16 characters long and can only contain letters (A–Z, a–z) and numbers (0–9). No spaces, hyphens, underscores, or other special characters are allowed. As you type, the system will tell you whether the name is available or already taken by another player.

Once you have entered a name that is available and meets the requirements, the system will show you the cost in Valorant Points. Review the name one more time before you proceed — you cannot undo this change, though you can change your name again after 30 days.

Step 4: Pay and confirm the change

Click the button to confirm the name change. The system will deduct the Valorant Points from your account balance. If you do not have enough Valorant Points, you will need to purchase more through the Valorant client or the Riot Games website before you can complete the change.

Once the transaction is complete, your new username will appear when ready in Valorant and in all other Riot Games titles you play, such as League of Legends. Your friends' friend lists will update to show your new name within a few minutes.

What happens if your name is taken or unavailable

If the name you want is already in use by another player, the system will not let you reserve it. You will need to choose a different name. Some players add numbers to the end of a name they want — for example, if "Shadow" is taken, you might try "Shadow47" or "Shadow2024".

If you see a message that says your chosen name violates Riot's code of conduct, it means the name contains language or references that Riot does not allow. You will need to pick a different name that does not include slurs, hate speech, or attempts to impersonate someone else.

The 30-day waiting period between changes

After you change your username, you must wait 30 days before you can change it again. This rule applies even if you want to change it back to your old name. The 30-day timer starts the moment your new name goes live, not when you initiate the change.

If you change your name and when ready regret it, you cannot undo it or speed up the waiting period. Plan your name change carefully, and make sure you are happy with your choice before you confirm it.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does changing my Valorant username affect my rank or match history?

No. Your rank, wins, losses, and all match history stay exactly the same. Only your display name changes. Other players will see your new name when they look at match replays or your profile, but your statistics and competitive standing are unaffected.

Can I use special characters or spaces in my username?

No. Valorant usernames can only contain letters (A–Z, a–z) and numbers (0–9). Spaces, hyphens, underscores, periods, and other special characters are not allowed. The system will reject any name that includes them.

What if I want to change my username but do not have enough Valorant Points?

You will need to purchase Valorant Points through the Valorant client or the Riot Games website. You can buy them in bundles of varying sizes. Once you have enough points, return to your account settings and complete the name change.

Can I change my username if I have been banned or suspended?

If your account is currently suspended or banned, you cannot change your username until the suspension or ban is lifted. If Riot Games forces a name change because your current name violates their code of conduct, you will be required to choose a new name the next time you log in.

Will my friends see my old username or my new one?

Your friends will see your new username in their friend list within a few minutes of the change. In past match replays and screenshots, your old name will still appear because those are historical records, but your profile and current games will show your new name.