Where to change your username in the Riot Client

Open the Riot Client and select your account icon in the top right corner. Click Account from the dropdown menu. On the account page, find the section labeled Riot ID — this is what appears in-game and in your profile. Next to your current Riot ID, you'll see an Edit button. Click it to change your username.

The username you enter here is the first part of your Riot ID (the part before the hashtag and number). You can change this name once every 30 days. If you've already changed it recently, the button will show a countdown timer telling you when the next change becomes available.

Key Takeaways

  • Your Riot ID username is edited through Account settings in the Riot Client, not through the game itself.
  • You can change your username once every 30 days, and the system will tell you if you're on cooldown.
  • The change takes effect when ready across all Riot games — Valorant, League of Legends, and others on your account.
  • Your account email and password stay the same; only the display name changes.

What happens to your old username

Once you change your username, the old one becomes available for other players to claim after a short delay. Your old username does not stay reserved for you. If you change your mind and want it back, you'll need to wait until someone else claims it, then hope they're willing to trade — which is not may provide.

Any friends who had you added will still see you in their friends list under your new username. Your match history, rank, and all other account data remain exactly the same. The change is purely cosmetic.

The 30-day cooldown between changes

Riot enforces a 30-day waiting period between username changes to prevent account instability and reduce confusion in the community. If you've just changed your username, you cannot change it again until 30 days have passed from the date of your last change.

The Riot Client will show you exactly when you're may be able to access to change again. If you're still on cooldown, the Edit button will display a timer. There is no way to bypass this cooldown, even if you contact Riot support.

Choosing a username that won't get flagged

Riot's system automatically rejects usernames that contain profanity, slurs, or references to hate groups. The system also blocks names that impersonate Riot employees or famous players. If you try to set a name and it's rejected, the client will tell you the name violates the policy, but not always which specific rule.

Names with numbers, underscores, and most special characters are allowed. Spaces are not. If a name you want is rejected and you're unsure why, try removing numbers or shortening it. If it's still blocked, the name likely contains a flagged word or phrase.

Changing your tagline (the number after the hashtag)

Your full Riot ID includes a tagline — the number that appears after the hashtag (for example, JamesRod#NA1). This tagline is separate from your username and cannot be changed. It's assigned to your account and stays with you permanently.

The tagline helps Riot distinguish between players with identical usernames. If you want a completely different Riot ID, your only option is to change the username part, which you can do once every 30 days.

If your username change doesn't appear in-game

Changes usually take effect when ready, but occasionally the Riot Client and the game client need to sync. If you changed your username and it still shows the old name in Valorant, close the game completely and restart both the Riot Client and Valorant. This forces the clients to refresh your account information.

If the old name persists after a restart, wait a few minutes and try again. In rare cases, the change can take up to an hour to appear everywhere. If it's been longer than an hour and your username still hasn't updated, contact Riot support through the Support section in the Riot Client.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my username more than once every 30 days?

No. Riot enforces a strict 30-day cooldown between changes. The timer resets from the date of your last change, not from a calendar month. You cannot pay to bypass this cooldown or request an exception from support.

Will my friends still see me after I change my username?

Yes. Your friends list connection is tied to your account, not your username. Everyone on your friends list will see your new username automatically, and you'll still appear on their friends lists.

What if someone else takes my old username?

Once you change your username, the old one enters a pool available to other players. If someone claims it before you change back, you cannot reclaim it. You would need to contact that player and negotiate a trade, which they're not obligated to accept.

Does changing my Riot ID username affect my League of Legends account?

Yes. Your Riot ID is shared across all Riot games on your account. Changing your username in the Riot Client changes it in Valorant, League of Legends, Teamfight Tactics, and any other Riot game linked to that account.

What if my username change was rejected?

The Riot Client will display a message explaining that the name violates policy. Common reasons include profanity, slurs, impersonation, or hate group references. Try a different name, or remove numbers and special characters from your original choice and try again.