Yes, you can change your Riot Games username, but only once every 90 days

Riot Games lets you change the username tied to your account — the name that appears in League of Legends, Valorant, and other Riot games. You can do this yourself through your account settings without contacting support. The catch is a cooldown: after you change it, you must wait 90 days before changing it again.

The username you change is different from your email address. Your email stays the same and is what you use to log in. The username is what other players see in-game and on your profile. If you have not changed your username before, you can do it right now. If you changed it recently, the system will tell you exactly when you can change it next.

Key Takeaways

  • You change your username in your Riot account settings under "Username", not in the game client itself.
  • The change takes effect when ready across all Riot games you play, but a 90-day cooldown begins after each change.
  • Your email address and password do not change when you update your username — only the display name changes.
  • If you have already changed your username recently, the settings page will show you the exact date you can change it again.

Where to find the username change option

Go to account.riot.com and log in with your email and password. Once you are logged in, look for the "Username" section on the left side of the page. Click on it, and you will see your current username and a button to change it.

Do not look in the game client itself — League of Legends, Valorant, and other Riot games do not have a username change option built into them. You must use the Riot account website. If you cannot find the Username section, make sure you are logged into the correct account and that you are on the main account settings page, not a subsection like "Security" or "Billing".

What happens when you change your username

The new username appears in all Riot games within a few minutes. Your friends will see the new name in their friend lists, and your profile will show the updated username. Your rank, match history, and all other account data stay exactly the same — only the name changes.

Your email address, password, and login credentials do not change. You still log in with the same email you have always used. The username change is purely cosmetic from a technical standpoint, but it is visible to everyone who looks at your profile or plays against you.

The 90-day cooldown explained

After you change your username, Riot locks you out of changing it again for 90 days. This cooldown is automatic and applies to every account. There is no way to bypass it or request an exception — you must wait the full 90 days.

The cooldown starts the moment you confirm the change, not when you first tried to change it. If you change your username on January 1st, you can change it again on April 1st. The account settings page will show you the exact date you become may be able to access to change it again, so you do not have to guess or count days yourself.

If you cannot find the username change option

The most common reason the option is missing is that you are not logged into the right account. Double-check that the email shown at the top of the account settings page is the one you use to play. If you have multiple Riot accounts, make sure you are on the one you want to change.

Another reason the option might be unavailable is if you are still within the 90-day cooldown from a previous change. The settings page will display a message telling you when you can change it next. If you see an error message or the option is completely gone, try logging out and logging back in, or try a different web browser. If the problem persists, Riot Support can investigate, but they cannot override the 90-day cooldown.

Choosing a new username

Riot has rules about what usernames are allowed. Your new username must be between 3 and 16 characters long, can include letters and numbers, and can include some special characters like underscores or hyphens. Usernames cannot contain spaces, and Riot will reject names that include slurs, hate speech, or impersonation of famous people or Riot employees.

The system checks availability in real time. If the username you want is already taken, the settings page will tell you when ready and you can try a different one. Once you pick an available name and confirm the change, it is yours. If someone else takes a name you wanted, you have to wait 90 days after your current change before you can try again.

What to do if you forget your password

If you cannot log into your Riot account to change your username, go to account.riot.com and click "Forgot your password?" on the login page. Riot will send a reset link to the email address tied to your account. Click the link, create a new password, and then log back in to access your account settings.

Make sure you check your spam folder if you do not see the reset email within a few minutes. If you cannot access the email address tied to your account, you will need to contact Riot Support to verify your identity and regain access.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does changing my username affect my rank or match history?

No. Your rank, wins, losses, and all match history stay exactly the same. Only the name displayed changes. Anyone looking at your profile will see your new username, but all your stats and history remain unchanged.

Can I change my username more than once if I wait longer than 90 days?

Yes. The 90-day cooldown resets after each change. Once 90 days have passed since your last change, you can change it again, and another 90-day cooldown begins. You can change your username as many times as you want, as long as you wait 90 days between each change.

What if someone else takes the username I want?

Usernames are first-come, first-served. If the name you want is taken, you cannot use it. You can try a variation, like adding numbers or an underscore. You can also wait and check back later — if the person who has it stops playing and Riot recycles inactive usernames, it might become available again.

Will my friends still see me in their friend list after I change my username?

Yes. Your friends will see your new username in their friend list within a few minutes. You will still be on their list and they will still be on yours. The change is seamless from their perspective.

Can I change my username if my account is banned or suspended?

No. If your account is restricted or banned, you cannot change your username until the restriction is lifted. If you believe your account was restricted by mistake, contact Riot Support to appeal.