You can change your Riot ID username once every 90 days through the Riot Games website

Your Riot ID is the name that appears in Valorant, League of Legends, and other Riot Games titles. It consists of two parts: your username and a four-digit tag (like "PlayerName#1234"). You can change the username portion once every 90 days at no cost by logging into your Riot Games account and using the change tool on your account settings page.

The process takes a few minutes and the new name becomes active when ready. You do not need to restart your game client, though you may see the old name briefly in some places until the system fully syncs — usually within an hour.

Key Takeaways

  • Log into your Riot Games account at account.riotgames.com, go to Account Settings, and select "Change Riot ID" to update your username.
  • You can change your username once every 90 days, and the change takes effect right away without restarting your game.
  • Your new username must be between 3 and 16 characters, contain only letters, numbers, hyphens, and underscores, and cannot be already taken by another player.
  • If your new name is rejected, the system will tell you why — usually because it violates the username policy, contains banned words, or is already in use.
  • Your four-digit tag is assigned randomly and cannot be chosen, but it stays the same even when you change your username.

Step-by-step process to change your username

Start by going to account.riotgames.com and signing in with your email and password. Once you are logged in, look for "Account" in the left sidebar menu and click it.

On the Account page, scroll down until you see a section labeled "Riot ID" with your current username and tag displayed. Click the button that says "Change Riot ID" — it is usually a blue button to the right of your current name.

A text box will appear where you can type your new username. Enter the name you want, then click "Check Availability" to see if it is already taken. If the name is available, a green checkmark appears. If it is taken or violates the username rules, you will see a red error message explaining why.

Once you have chosen an available name, click "Change Riot ID" to confirm. The system will ask you to verify this is really you — you may need to enter a code sent to your email or phone, depending on your account security settings. After verification, your new username is active when ready.

Username rules and what names are not allowed

Your new username must be between 3 and 16 characters long. You can use letters (a–z, A–Z), numbers (0–9), hyphens (-), and underscores (_). Spaces are not allowed, and you cannot use special characters like @, #, $, or periods.

Riot Games blocks usernames that contain slurs, hate speech, or references to real people's names without permission. The system also rejects names that are already taken, names that are too similar to existing ones (to prevent impersonation), and names that reference Riot Games staff members or professional esports players.

If your chosen name is rejected, the error message will usually tell you the reason. If it says "unavailable" without more detail, the name is already in use. If it says "violates policy," the name contains words or phrases that Riot Games does not allow.

What happens to your tag when you change your username

Your four-digit tag (the "#1234" part of your Riot ID) is assigned randomly when you create your account and does not change when you update your username. This tag is permanent and unique to your account — no other player will have the same combination of username and tag.

Friends and teammates see your full Riot ID (username plus tag) in the game client and in chat. If you change your username, they will see the new name when ready, but your tag stays the same. This means your friends can still find you by your tag even if you change your username multiple times.

The 90-day waiting period between changes

After you change your username, you must wait 90 days before you can change it again. This timer starts the moment your new name becomes active. If you try to change your username before 90 days have passed, the "Change Riot ID" button will be grayed out and show you how many days are left to wait.

The 90-day rule applies to each account separately. If you have multiple Riot Games accounts, each one has its own 90-day timer. Changing your username on one account does not affect the timer on another account.

Troubleshooting common problems

If the "Change Riot ID" button does not appear on your Account page, you may not have waited the full 90 days since your last change. Scroll down to the Riot ID section and look for text that says "You can change your Riot ID in X days" — that tells you how long you have to wait.

If you see an error message when you try to check availability, make sure your username is between 3 and 16 characters and contains only letters, numbers, hyphens, and underscores. If your username meets those rules but is still rejected, it may contain a word or phrase that Riot Games blocks, or it may already be taken by another player.

If your new username does not appear in the game client right away, wait a few minutes and restart your game. The change usually syncs within an hour, but restarting speeds it up. If your old name is still showing after an hour, log out of your Riot Games account completely, close the game client, and log back in.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my username more than once every 90 days?

No. Riot Games limits username changes to once every 90 days per account to prevent spam and impersonation. The 90-day timer starts when your new name becomes active, not when you click the button.

Will my friends still be able to find me after I change my username?

Yes. Your tag never changes, so friends can always find you by your full Riot ID. They will see your new username in the game client and in chat when ready after the change.

What if someone else takes the username I want before I can change mine?

If another player takes the name you want, you will need to choose a different username. There is no way to reserve a name or put it on a waiting list. If the name becomes available again later (because the other player changes theirs), you can try to claim it then.

Does changing my username affect my rank or match history?

No. Your rank, match history, and all game progress stay exactly the same. Only your display name changes — everything else on your account remains linked to your Riot ID and tag.

Can I change my username if my account is banned or restricted?

If your account is suspended or banned, you cannot change your username until the restriction is lifted. If your account is restricted (like a chat ban), you may still be able to change your username, but contact Riot Games support to confirm your account status first.