You can change your Riot username once every 30 days through the Riot Games website

To change your username, log into your Riot Games account at account.riotgames.com, go to the "Username" section, and enter your new name. The change takes effect when ready in Valorant and all other Riot games you play. You can make another change 30 days after your last one.

Your Riot username is different from your in-game Riot ID (the name plus the tag number, like "PlayerName#NA1"). When you change your username, your Riot ID updates automatically, but your tag stays the same. Other players will see your new name in matches and on your profile right away.

Key Takeaways

  • Log into account.riotgames.com, find the Username section, and type your new name to change it when ready.
  • You can change your username once every 30 days, and the change shows up in Valorant within seconds.
  • Your Riot ID (name plus tag) updates automatically when you change your username, but your tag number stays the same.
  • Usernames must be between 3 and 16 characters, cannot contain spaces, and cannot match a name already in use.
  • If your change fails, the most common reason is that the name is already taken or contains characters Riot does not allow.

What names you can and cannot use

Riot allows usernames between 3 and 16 characters long. You can use letters, numbers, and underscores, but not spaces or special characters like hyphens, periods, or symbols. The name you choose cannot already be in use by another player, and Riot blocks names that contain slurs, hate speech, or impersonation of professional players.

If you try to change to a name and the system rejects it, the most likely reason is that someone else already has it. Try adding a number or underscore to make it unique. If the rejection message says the name violates content policy, Riot has flagged it as inappropriate and you will need to choose a different one.

Step-by-step: changing your username on the website

Open a web browser and go to account.riotgames.com. Log in with your email and password. On the left side of the page, look for "Username" and click it. You will see your current username displayed.

Click the edit button (usually a pencil icon) next to your username. Type your new name in the text box. Click "Save" or "Change Username" to confirm. The system will tell you when ready if the name is available or if there is a problem. If it succeeds, your new username is live in Valorant within a few seconds.

The 30-day waiting period between changes

After you change your username, you cannot change it again for 30 days. This timer starts from the moment you confirm the change, not from when you first tried. If you change your mind right after making a change, you will have to wait the full 30 days before you can try again.

The 30-day rule applies across all Riot games, not just Valorant. If you change your username while playing League of Legends, for example, you cannot change it again in Valorant until 30 days have passed.

What happens to your Riot ID and tag when you change your name

Your Riot ID consists of two parts: your username and your tag (a number like #NA1, #EUW1, or #BR1). When you change your username, the first part updates but your tag stays the same. So if your old ID was "Player#NA1" and you change to "NewName", your new ID becomes "NewName#NA1".

Your tag is tied to your account region and does not change unless you move your account to a different region. Friends will see your new username in their friends list, and your match history will show the new name going forward. Old match replays may still show your old username because they are stored as they were played.

Troubleshooting: why your change might not work

If you see an error message when you try to change your username, check these common issues. First, make sure you are logged into the correct account — if you have multiple Riot accounts, you might be on the wrong one. Second, verify that your new name does not contain spaces or special characters other than underscores. Third, confirm that you have waited 30 days since your last change.

If the system says the name is unavailable, someone else already has it. Try a variation with a number or underscore. If you get a message about content policy, the name contains language Riot does not allow. If none of these explore and you still cannot change your username, contact Riot Support through the website — they can investigate account-specific issues.

How your username appears to other players

In Valorant matches, your username appears above your character and in the scoreboard. Your full Riot ID (username plus tag) shows on your profile page and in the friends list. When you change your username, all of these update when ready. Players you are queued with will see your new name in the next match you play together.

If you are part of a team or organization, your username change does not affect your team roster or any official records — those are tied to your account ID, not your username. Your rank, match history, and all statistics stay with your account regardless of what name you choose.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

No. Riot enforces a 30-day waiting period between changes. The timer starts when you confirm a change, so if you change your mind when ready after, you still have to wait the full 30 days before you can change again.

What if someone takes the username I want before I can change to it?

Usernames are first-come, first-served. If someone else claims the name you want, you cannot use it. Try adding a number or underscore to create a variation. You can also wait to see if the other player stops playing and Riot recycles the name, though this is not may provide.

Does changing my username affect my rank or match history?

No. Your rank, statistics, and match history stay with your account. Your old matches will show your old username in the replay, but your current profile and ongoing rank display your new name when ready after the change.

Can I use special characters like hyphens or periods in my username?

No. Riot only allows letters, numbers, and underscores. Hyphens, periods, spaces, and other symbols will be rejected. If you want to separate words, use an underscore instead.

What if I get an error saying my username violates content policy?

Riot has flagged your chosen name as containing inappropriate language or references. You will need to pick a different name. If you believe the rejection was a mistake, contact Riot Support with details about the name you tried.