Change your Valorant username through the Riot Games website

Your Valorant username is managed through your Riot Games account, not through the game itself. You log into the Riot Games website, navigate to your account settings, and change your summoner name — the display name other players see in-game. The process takes about two minutes and costs 1,325 Valorant Points (the premium currency) the first time you change it, then 895 Valorant Points for each change after that.

You can change your username once every 30 days. If you have never changed it before, Riot Games gives you one free rename within the first 30 days of account creation — after that, every change costs currency. The name you choose must be between 3 and 16 characters, contain no spaces, and cannot match a name already in use by another player.

Key Takeaways

  • You change your Valorant username on the Riot Games website at account.riotgames.com, not in the game client.
  • The first rename costs 1,325 Valorant Points; each rename after that costs 895 Valorant Points.
  • You can change your username once every 30 days, and the new name takes effect when ready in-game.
  • Your new username must be 3 to 16 characters, contain no spaces, and cannot already be taken by another player.
  • If you created your account fewer than 30 days ago, you get one free rename before the currency cost kicks in.

Step 1: Go to the Riot Games account website

Open your web browser and go to account.riotgames.com. This is the official Riot Games account management page. Do not use the Valorant launcher or the in-game menu — the username change option is only on the website.

If you are already logged in, you will see your account dashboard. If you are not logged in, enter your email address and password, then click the sign-in button. If you have two-factor authentication enabled on your account, you will need to enter the code from your authenticator app or email.

Step 2: Find the summoner name section

Once you are on your account dashboard, look for the section labeled Summoner Name or Change Summoner Name. This is usually on the main account page, often near the top. The exact location can shift slightly depending on updates to the website, but it is always visible on the main dashboard without scrolling through multiple menus.

Next to your current summoner name, you will see a button or link that says Change or Edit. Click this button to open the rename dialog.

Step 3: Enter your new username and check availability

A text box will appear where you can type your new summoner name. Type the name you want, keeping in mind the rules: 3 to 16 characters, no spaces, and no special characters except underscores and hyphens in some cases. As you type, the system will tell you whether the name is available or already taken.

If the name is taken, you will see a red message saying so. Try a different name. Once you find a name that is available, it will show a green checkmark or confirmation message. Do not move forward until you see confirmation that the name is free.

Step 4: Confirm the cost and purchase Valorant Points if needed

Before you finalize the change, the website will show you the cost in Valorant Points. If this is your first rename and your account is fewer than 30 days old, the cost will be zero — you get one free change. Otherwise, the cost will be 1,325 Valorant Points for your first paid rename, or 895 Valorant Points for any rename after that.

If you do not have enough Valorant Points in your account, you will need to purchase them. Click the option to buy Valorant Points, choose the amount you need, and complete the payment using your credit card, debit card, or other payment method your region supports. Once the purchase is complete, return to the rename dialog and proceed.

Step 5: Confirm the change and wait for it to take effect

After you have entered your new name and confirmed you have enough Valorant Points, click the button to confirm the rename — usually labeled Confirm or Change Name. The website will process the change, deduct the Valorant Points from your account, and update your summoner name.

Your new username takes effect when ready in-game. The next time you launch Valorant or refresh the game client, you will see your new name in your profile and in the agent select screen. Other players will see your new name in matches right away. You will not be able to change your name again for 30 days from the date of this change.

What to do if your name change does not appear in-game

If you changed your name on the website but it still shows your old name in Valorant, close the game client completely and reopen it. The client sometimes needs to refresh to display the new name. If it still does not appear after restarting, log out of your Riot Games account on the website, wait a few minutes, and log back in to confirm the change went through.

If the website shows your new name but the game client still displays the old one after a full restart, your internet connection may have cached the old data. Clear your browser cache and restart your computer, then launch Valorant again. If the problem persists after these steps, contact Riot Games support through the support portal at support.riotgames.com.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my username for free?

Yes, but only once. If your account is fewer than 30 days old, you get one free rename. After that, every change costs Valorant Points — 1,325 for the first paid rename and 895 for each one after. If your account is already older than 30 days, all renames cost currency.

How often can I change my username?

You can change your summoner name once every 30 days. The 30-day timer starts from the date you made your last change, not from the date you created your account. If you changed your name on January 15, you cannot change it again until February 14.

What characters are allowed in a Valorant username?

Your username must be 3 to 16 characters long and can include letters, numbers, underscores, and hyphens. Spaces are not allowed. Special characters like @, #, $, or % are not permitted. The name is case-insensitive, so "Player" and "player" are treated as the same name.

Will changing my username affect my rank or match history?

No. Your rank, match history, agent skins, and all other account data stay exactly the same. Only your display name changes. Other players will see your new name when you play with them, but your competitive rank and stats remain on your account.

What if the name I want is already taken?

You will need to choose a different name. The system checks availability in real time as you type, so you will know when ready if a name is taken. Try adding numbers, underscores, or slight variations to the name you want until you find one that is free.