Your Riot username is the account name you chose when you created your Riot account, and you can find it by logging into your account on the Riot Games website or by checking your game client

Your Riot username is different from your in-game display name. It is the account identifier you use to log in, and it does not change even if you update your display name in Valorant, League of Legends, or other Riot games. If you have forgotten it, the fastest way to recover it is through your Riot account page or your game client — both show your username within seconds.

The method you use depends on whether you can still access your account. If you remember your email and password, you can log in directly. If you have forgotten your password, you will need to reset it first. If you no longer have access to your email, the process takes longer and requires contacting Riot support.

Key Takeaways

  • Your Riot username is the account name you log in with, separate from your in-game display name.
  • If you can log in, your username appears on your account page at account.riotgames.com under "Account Information."
  • If you have Valorant or League of Legends installed, you can see your username in the top-left corner of the client before you even launch a game.
  • If you have forgotten your password, use the "Forgot your password?" link on the Riot login page to reset it by email.
  • If you no longer have access to your email address, contact Riot support through their support portal and provide proof of account ownership.

Check your username in the Riot client

The quickest way to find your username is to open Valorant, League of Legends, or any other Riot game you have installed. Your username appears in the top-left corner of the client, above your display name. You do not need to launch the game itself — the client shows it as soon as you log in.

If you are already logged in but do not see it when ready, look for your profile icon or account menu in the top-right corner. Click it, and your username will appear in the dropdown menu. This method works even if you have changed your display name multiple times, because your username remains the same.

Log into your Riot account page

Go to account.riotgames.com and log in with your email and password. Once you are logged in, click "Account Information" in the left menu. Your username will be listed under "Summoner Name" or "Account Name," depending on which game you primarily play.

If you do not remember your password, click "Forgot your password?" on the login page. Riot will send a reset link to the email address associated with your account. Check your inbox and spam folder, click the link, and create a new password. Once you have reset it, log back in and navigate to Account Information to see your username.

Reset your password if you are locked out

If you remember your email but not your password, the password reset process takes about five minutes. Go to account.riotgames.com, click "Forgot your password?", and enter the email address linked to your account. Riot will send a reset email within a few minutes.

Open the email, click the reset link, and create a new password. The link expires after 24 hours, so act within that window. Once you have set a new password, log in to your account page and find your username under Account Information. If you do not receive the reset email, check your spam or promotions folder — it sometimes lands there by mistake.

Contact Riot support if you have lost email access

If you no longer have access to the email address linked to your Riot account, you will need to contact Riot support directly. Go to support.riotgames.com, click "Submit a Request," and select "Account & Sign In" as the category. Choose "I can't access my account" or "I forgot my username" from the dropdown.

Riot will ask you to provide information that proves you own the account — this typically includes the phone number you registered with, the country where you created the account, or the purchase history of any Riot Points or cosmetics you bought. The more details you can provide, the faster they can verify your identity. Response times vary, but Riot usually replies within 24 to 48 hours.

Recover your username from your email history

If you still have access to the email address linked to your account, check your email history for messages from Riot Games. Search for emails from "noreply@riotgames.com" or "support@riotgames.com." Riot sends account confirmation emails when you first sign up, and these emails often include your username or a link to your account page.

Look for emails with subjects like "Welcome to Riot Games," "Confirm your email," or "Account security alert." If you find one, it may contain your username directly or a link to your account page where you can view it. If your inbox is very old, check your email's archive or trash folder — sometimes these messages get filtered or deleted.

Understand the difference between username and display name

Many players confuse their Riot username with their in-game display name, but they are two separate things. Your username is what you use to log in — it never changes and is unique to your account. Your display name is what other players see in-game, and you can change it whenever you want (though some games charge a small fee after the first change).

If you have changed your display name in Valorant or League of Legends, that change does not affect your login username. Your username stays the same. This is why you might see a different name in-game than the one you use to log in. If someone asks for your "Riot username," they are asking for your login name, not your in-game display name.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is my Riot username the same as my Valorant username?

No. Your Riot username is your account login name. Your Valorant username is your in-game display name, which you can change. They are separate. Your Riot username never changes, but your Valorant display name can be updated in your account settings.

Can I change my Riot username?

Riot usernames cannot be changed. If you want a different login name, you would need to create a new Riot account. However, you can change your in-game display name (Valorant name, League name, etc.) as often as you want through your account settings.

What if I see a username I do not recognize on my account?

If you see an unfamiliar username or display name on your account, your account may have been compromised. Change your password when ready, enable two-factor authentication in your account settings, and contact Riot support if you notice any unauthorized purchases or activity.

Do I need my Riot username to play Valorant?

You need your Riot username and password to log into the Riot client, which is required to play Valorant. Once you are logged in, other players see your in-game display name, not your username. Your username is only for logging in.

How long does it take Riot support to help me recover my username?

If you can access your email, you can find your username within minutes by resetting your password. If you need to contact support because you have lost email access, response times typically range from 24 to 48 hours, though it can take longer during high-volume periods.