Change your username through the Riot Games website

You change your Riot username by logging into your Riot Games account on their website, not through League of Legends or Valorant directly. Go to account.riotgames.com, sign in with your email and password, and look for the account settings section. You will see your current username displayed there.

Click on the username field to edit it. Riot will show you whether your desired name is available in real time as you type. If the name is taken, you will see a message saying so, and you can try another. Once you find one that works, confirm the change. The new username takes effect when ready in both League of Legends and Valorant — you do not need to restart the games.

If you have never changed your username before, the first change is free. After that, each change costs 1,325 Riot Points (RP), which is Riot's premium currency. You can buy RP through the client or the website using a credit card, debit card, or regional payment methods depending on where you live.

Key Takeaways

  • Log into account.riotgames.com, not the game client, to change your username.
  • Your first username change is free; subsequent changes cost 1,325 Riot Points each.
  • The new username appears in both League of Legends and Valorant when ready after you confirm it.
  • Usernames must be between 3 and 16 characters and cannot contain certain symbols or offensive words.
  • If you forget your password, use the "Forgot your password?" link on the login page to reset it by email.

Username rules and what names Riot will reject

Riot enforces rules about what characters and words you can use. Your username must be between 3 and 16 characters long. You can use letters, numbers, and spaces, but not symbols like hyphens, underscores, or periods. Riot also blocks names that contain slurs, hate speech, or references to real-world violence, as well as names that impersonate Riot employees or professional players.

If you try to use a name that breaks these rules, the website will tell you it is unavailable and will not let you proceed. You will need to choose a different name. There is no appeal process for rejected names — you straightforward pick another one and try again.

What happens to your old username

When you change your username, your old name becomes available for someone else to take. This happens when ready. If you want to keep the old name reserved, do not change it. There is no way to hold a username you are no longer using.

Your rank, match history, skins, and all other account data stay exactly the same. Friends will see your new username the next time they log in, and you will appear under the new name in all match histories going forward. Old screenshots and clips that show your previous username will not update — they will still display the old name, but your profile will show the new one.

Changing your username if you have forgotten your password

If you cannot log into account.riotgames.com because you forgot your password, click "Forgot your password?" on the login page. Riot will send a reset link to the email address associated with your account. Check your inbox and spam folder, then click the link in the email to set a new password.

Once you have reset your password and logged back in, you can change your username the same way as described above. If you do not have access to the email address on your account, you will need to contact Riot Support through their website. They can verify your identity and help you regain access.

Buying Riot Points for username changes after the first one

The first username change is free, but the second and every change after that costs 1,325 RP. You buy RP through the League of Legends or Valorant client by clicking the RP icon, or you can buy it on the Riot Games website. Both routes accept credit cards, debit cards, and regional payment methods like PayPal in some countries.

RP is sold in bundles — you cannot buy exactly 1,325 RP. The smallest bundle that covers a username change is usually 1,650 RP. Once you own enough RP, go back to your account settings and the username change will cost the RP amount automatically when you confirm the new name.

Changing your display name versus your username

Riot Games accounts have two separate name fields: your username (what you log in with) and your display name (what appears in-game). The steps above change your display name, which is what other players see. Your username — the one you use to log into account.riotgames.com — is different and cannot be changed.

If you want to change the email address you log in with, that is a separate process. Go to account.riotgames.com, find the email section in account settings, and follow the verification steps. You will need access to both your current email and the new email address you want to use.

What to do if your desired username is taken

If the name you want is already in use, the website will show "unavailable" when you type it. You cannot reserve a name or join a waitlist for it. Your only option is to choose a different name. Many players add numbers, underscores (where allowed), or slight variations to get close to their desired name.

Names do become available when players stop using them, but Riot does not publish how long that takes or whether a specific name will ever open up. If you see a name you want, try it when you are ready to change. If it is taken, pick an alternative and move on.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my username more than once?

Yes. The first change is free, and you can change it again as many times as you want after that. Each change after the first costs 1,325 RP. There is no limit on how many times you can change your name or how often you can do it.

Does changing my username affect my rank or match history?

No. Your rank, wins, losses, skins, and all other account data stay exactly the same. Only the name displayed in-game and on your profile changes. Your old match history will show your new username when you look at it.

What if I change my mind right after changing my username?

You can change it back, but you will have to pay RP again (since the first change is only free once per account). If you want your old name back and someone else has taken it in the meantime, you cannot have it — you will need to pick a different name.

Can I use spaces or special characters in my username?

You can use spaces, but not symbols like hyphens, underscores, or periods. Riot blocks most special characters to keep usernames readable and prevent impersonation. Stick to letters, numbers, and spaces.

How long does it take for my new username to show up in-game?

Your new username appears when ready after you confirm the change on the website. You do not need to restart the game or log out and back in. If you are already in a match, you may need to return to the main menu to see the change reflected.