Change your Valorant username through the Riot Games website

You change your Valorant username by logging into your Riot Games account on their website, not inside the game itself. The process takes about five minutes and costs 1,325 Valorant Points the first time you change it — roughly $10 USD, though prices vary by region. After your first change, each additional name change costs 895 Valorant Points. The name takes effect when ready once you confirm it.

Your Valorant username is different from your Riot ID, which is the account name you use to log in. Changing your username does not affect your login credentials, your rank, your cosmetics, or anything else in your account — only the name other players see in-game.

Key Takeaways

  • You must buy Valorant Points with real money before you can change your username, since the rename costs 1,325 Points on your first change.
  • The change happens on the Riot Games website at account.riotgames.com, not inside Valorant itself.
  • Your new username takes effect when ready and is visible to all players in your next match.
  • You can change your username as often as you want after the first change, as long as you have the Valorant Points to pay for each change.

Step 1: Buy Valorant Points if you don't have enough

Open Valorant and click the Valorant Points icon in the top right corner of the main menu — it looks like a glowing diamond. Select how many points you want to buy. The smallest bundle is 475 Points, but you need at least 1,325 for your first name change, so buy the 1,675-Point bundle or larger. Complete the payment with your credit card, PayPal, or whatever payment method your region supports.

If you already own Valorant Points from previous purchases, log into your Riot Games account on the website to check your balance. Go to account.riotgames.com, click your username in the top right, and select "Account". Scroll down to see your Valorant Points balance. If you have 1,325 or more, skip to Step 2.

Step 2: Go to the Riot Games account website and sign in

Open a web browser and go to account.riotgames.com. Click "Sign In" and enter the email address and password you use for Valorant. If you have two-factor authentication enabled on your account, enter the code from your authenticator app or email when prompted.

Once you are signed in, you will see your account dashboard. Look for a section labeled "Riot ID" or "Username" — this is where you manage your in-game name.

Step 3: Find and click the rename option

On the account page, locate your current Valorant username. Next to it, you should see a pencil icon or an "Edit" button. Click it. A window will pop up showing your current name and a text box where you can type your new username.

If you do not see an edit option, scroll down the page — it may be further below. Some accounts show the rename option under a "Riot ID" section rather than directly on the main account page.

Step 4: Enter your new name and confirm the cost

Type your new username into the text box. Valorant usernames can be 3 to 16 characters long and can include letters, numbers, and spaces. The name cannot contain special characters like hyphens, underscores, or symbols. As you type, the website will tell you if the name is already taken — if it is, try a different one.

Once you enter a name that is available, the website will show you the cost: 1,325 Valorant Points for your first change, or 895 Points for any change after that. Click "Confirm" or "Purchase" to complete the rename. Your new username appears in-game when ready, and all players will see it the next time you join a match.

What to do if your desired username is taken

If the name you want already belongs to another player, the website will show "This name is unavailable" when you try to claim it. You cannot reserve a name or request that another player change theirs. Your options are to choose a different spelling, add a number or space, or wait and try again later if the other player eventually changes their name.

Some players use numbers, spaces between letters, or slight variations to get close to their preferred name. For example, if "Shadow" is taken, you might try "Shadow1", "S hadow", or "Shadowx". The website will tell you when ready whether each variation is available.

Changing your username again after the first time

After your first rename, you can change your username as many times as you want, but each change after the first costs 895 Valorant Points instead of 1,325. You do not have to wait any amount of time between changes — you can rename yourself every day if you have enough points. The process is identical: go to account.riotgames.com, click the edit button next to your username, enter a new name, and confirm the purchase.

Keep in mind that changing your name frequently can confuse your teammates and make it harder for other players to recognize you. Some players change their name once and keep it for years.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will changing my username affect my rank or cosmetics?

No. Your rank, battle pass progress, skins, and everything else in your account stays exactly the same. Only the name that appears above your character in-game changes. Your match history and statistics remain tied to your account under your new name.

Can I change my username if I have not played Valorant yet?

Yes. As long as your Riot Games account exists and you have purchased enough Valorant Points, you can rename yourself before playing your first match. You do not need to reach a certain level or play a certain number of games.

What if I change my mind right after renaming myself?

You can change your username again when ready by going back to account.riotgames.com and repeating the process. There is no waiting period, but you will have to pay 895 Valorant Points for the second change. Riot Games does not refund the points from your first change.

Does my Riot ID username have to match my Valorant username?

No. Your Riot ID is the email and password you use to log in, and it never changes. Your Valorant username is what other players see in-game, and it can be completely different from your login credentials. You can change your Valorant username without touching your Riot ID.