Your Riot username is the account name you created when you signed up

Your Riot username is the display name you chose when you first created your Riot Games account. It is not your email address — it is the name that appears in-game and on your profile. If you have played League of Legends, Valorant, Teamfight Tactics, or any other Riot game, you already have one.

The fastest way to find it is to log into your Riot account on the official website, where your username displays when ready. If you cannot remember your password, you can reset it using your email address. The process takes a few minutes and does not require you to contact support.

If you have never created a Riot account, you will need to do that first before you have a username to find. The account creation process is free and happens on the same website where you log in.

Key Takeaways

  • Your Riot username is the display name you chose during account creation, visible in-game and on your profile page.
  • Log into your account at the official Riot Games website to see your username when ready without contacting anyone.
  • If you forgot your password, use the "Forgot your password?" link on the login page to reset it with your email address.
  • Your username is different from your email address and different from your in-game summoner name in League of Legends.

Log into your Riot account to see your username

Go to account.riotgames.com and enter the email address you used to create your account, then enter your password. Once you are logged in, your username appears at the top of the page, usually in the upper right corner or in a dropdown menu next to your profile icon.

If you see a name displayed there, that is your Riot username. Write it down or take a screenshot so you have it saved. You can also click on your profile to see more details about your account, including which games you have played and when you last logged in.

Reset your password if you cannot log in

If you do not remember your password, click the "Forgot your password?" link on the login page. Enter the email address associated with your account. Riot will send you a password reset link to that email within a few minutes.

Open the email, click the reset link, and create a new password. Use a password you have not used before on this account. Once you have set a new password, return to the login page, enter your email and new password, and log in. Your username will be visible on your account page.

If you do not receive the reset email within five minutes, check your spam or junk folder. If it is not there, the email address you entered may not be connected to a Riot account. Try a different email address you may have used, or contact Riot support to confirm which email is on file.

Find your username in-game if you play League of Legends

If you play League of Legends, your Riot username is different from your summoner name. The summoner name is what other players see in-game; the Riot username is what you use to log in. To see your Riot username while playing, open the client and look at the top left corner where it displays your account name.

You can also hover over your profile icon in the League client to see both your summoner name and your Riot username. The Riot username is usually listed as "Riot ID" or "Account Name" in the tooltip that appears.

Check your email confirmation if you just created an account

If you created your Riot account very recently, check the confirmation email Riot sent you. This email contains your username and confirms that your account was set up successfully. Search your email inbox for messages from "noreply@riotgames.com" or "Riot Games".

If you cannot find the confirmation email, log into your email provider and check the spam or promotions folder. Once you locate it, the email will show your username clearly. You can then use that username to log in at account.riotgames.com.

Contact Riot support if you cannot access your account

If you have tried to reset your password and still cannot log in, or if you believe your account has been compromised, visit support.riotgames.com and select "Submit a request". Choose the category that matches your problem — usually "Account & Sign In" — and describe what is happening.

Riot support will ask you to verify your identity by providing information like the email on your account, the region where you play, and details about games you have played. This process can take 24 to 48 hours. Once they confirm you own the account, they can tell you your username or help you regain access.

Understand the difference between your Riot username and other names

Your Riot username is what you use to log into your account. Your summoner name (in League of Legends) or player name (in Valorant) is what other players see in-game and can be changed. Your email address is separate from both and is used for account recovery and notifications.

If someone asks for your "Riot username", they want the name you log in with, not your in-game name. This matters because your Riot username cannot be changed — it is permanent. If you want a different display name in-game, you change your summoner name or player name instead, which costs in-game currency but does not affect your Riot username.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my Riot username?

No, your Riot username is permanent and cannot be changed. If you want a different name to display in-game, you can change your summoner name in League of Legends or your player name in Valorant, but your Riot username stays the same. The in-game name change costs Blue Essence or Valorant Points depending on the game.

Is my Riot username the same as my summoner name in League?

No, they are different. Your Riot username is what you log in with across all Riot games. Your summoner name is your League of Legends in-game name and can be changed. You can see both by logging into your account or by opening the League client and checking your profile.

What do I do if I forgot which email I used for my account?

Try logging in with each email address you think you may have used. If none of them work, visit support.riotgames.com and submit a request explaining that you cannot remember your email. Riot support can help you recover your account if you can verify other details like your region or games you have played.

Why do I need my Riot username?

You need your Riot username to log into your account on any device. You may also need it if you are setting up two-factor authentication, contacting support, or linking your account to a streaming platform or other service. It is the official identifier for your Riot Games account.