You change your Valorant username through the Riot Games website, not in the game itself

Your Valorant username is tied to your Riot Games account, which controls login across all Riot games including League of Legends and Teamfight Tactics. To change it, you log into your Riot account on the web, navigate to your account settings, and use the username change tool there. The process takes about five minutes and takes effect when ready in Valorant.

You can change your username once every 30 days at no cost. If you change it and want to change it again, you must wait a full month before the option becomes available. Riot does not charge money for username changes, though they do have restrictions on what characters and words you can use.

Key Takeaways

  • Log into your Riot Games account at account.riotgames.com, not through the Valorant launcher.
  • Go to the Account section, find Username, and click Edit to see your change options.
  • Your new username takes effect when ready in Valorant and all other Riot games on that account.
  • You can change your username once every 30 days, and Riot blocks usernames with slurs, impersonation attempts, or certain special characters.
  • If your desired username is taken, you will see that message when you try to save — there is no waitlist, so you must choose a different name.

Step 1: Go to your Riot Games account page

Open a web browser and go to account.riotgames.com. Do not try to change your username through the Valorant game launcher — the option is not there. You must use the Riot Games website.

If you are not logged in, click Sign In and enter your email address and password. If you have two-factor authentication enabled on your account, you will need to enter a code from your authenticator app or email after you enter your password.

Step 2: Find the Username section in Account settings

Once you are logged in, look for the left sidebar menu. Click on Account. You will see several options including Email, Password, and Username.

Click on the Username row. You will see your current username displayed, along with an Edit button to the right of it. Click Edit to open the username change tool.

Step 3: Enter your new username and check availability

A text box will appear where you can type your new username. Riot usernames can be 3 to 16 characters long and can include letters, numbers, spaces, hyphens, and underscores. You cannot use special characters like @, #, or &, and Riot blocks usernames that contain slurs, impersonation attempts (like "Riot" or "Valorant" in the name), or other content that violates their terms.

As you type, the system checks whether the username is available. If it is taken, you will see a message saying the username is not available. If it is available, you will see a checkmark or confirmation message. Choose a different name if your first choice is taken — there is no waitlist for usernames.

Step 4: Save your new username

Once you have entered an available username, click the Save or Confirm button. The page will refresh, and your new username will appear in the Username section. The change takes effect when ready in Valorant and in your profile across all Riot games.

You do not need to restart Valorant or log out and back in. The next time you launch the game or load your profile, you will see your new username. Other players will see the updated name in matches, on your profile card, and in your friends list.

What happens if you want to change it again

After you change your username, the Edit button will disappear from the Username section for 30 days. When the 30-day cooldown ends, the Edit button will reappear and you can change your username again. Riot enforces this limit account-wide, so you cannot change it on one Riot game and then when ready change it on another.

If you need to change your username before the 30 days are up, you cannot do so through the normal process. Riot support does not override the cooldown for regular username changes, though they may help if your account was compromised or if you need to change a username for safety reasons.

Usernames that Riot will not allow

Riot blocks usernames that contain slurs or hate speech in any language, usernames that impersonate Riot employees or official accounts, and usernames that are primarily numbers or spaces. They also block names that are identical to famous players or streamers if the system detects an impersonation attempt, though this is checked on a case-by-case basis.

If you try to save a username and it is rejected, the page will tell you why — usually "contains prohibited content" or "not available". Try a different name. If you believe your username was rejected by mistake, you can contact Riot support through the support website, though they rarely override these blocks.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does changing my username affect my rank or match history?

No. Your rank, match history, and all statistics stay exactly the same. Your username is just the display name — everything tied to your account remains unchanged. Other players will see your new name when they look at past matches, but your data is not affected.

Can I change my username if I have been banned?

If your account is currently banned, you cannot change your username until the ban expires. If your account is permanently banned, you cannot change your username at all. Riot ties username changes to active accounts only.

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

Usernames are first-come, first-served. If someone else claims the username you want during your 30-day cooldown, you cannot get it back. You will need to choose a different username when your cooldown ends.

Does my username change show up in my match history when ready?

Yes. Your new username appears in all past and future matches as soon as you save the change. Other players viewing your profile or past games will see your new name, not your old one.

Can I change my username on mobile?

You can view your account on mobile, but the username change tool works best on a desktop or laptop browser. If you try to change it on mobile, you may run into display issues. Use a computer for the smoothest experience.