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

Riot Games allows you to change the username you use to log in, but the process has a built-in waiting period. After you change your username, you must wait 90 days before you can change it again. This applies whether you're changing it for the first time or the tenth time — the 90-day clock resets each time you make a change.

The change takes effect when ready once you confirm it, and your old username becomes available for someone else to claim after a short period. Your in-game summoner name (the name other players see) is separate from your login username and can be changed more frequently through a different process.

Key Takeaways

  • You change your Riot login username through your account settings on the Riot Games website, not through the game client itself.
  • The 90-day waiting period begins the moment you confirm your new username, and you cannot bypass it.
  • Your old username becomes available for others to use after you change it, so choose a new one you plan to keep.
  • Changing your login username does not affect your in-game summoner name, which has its own separate change rules.

Where to find the username change option

Log in to your Riot account at account.riotgames.com using your current username and password. Once you're logged in, look for the account settings or profile section — this is usually accessible from a menu in the top right corner of the page.

Find the section labeled "Username" or "Login Credentials." This is where you'll see your current username displayed. Next to it, there should be a button or link that says "Change" or "Edit." Click that button to open the change form.

What happens when you enter a new username

When you click to change your username, you'll see a text field where you can type your new one. Riot has rules about what usernames are allowed: they must be between 3 and 16 characters long, can include letters and numbers, and cannot contain spaces or special characters like @, #, or $. The system will tell you when ready if your chosen name breaks these rules or if someone else has already claimed it.

Type the username you want, then click the button to proceed. The system will ask you to confirm your choice and may ask you to re-enter your password for security. Once you confirm, the change is final and takes effect right away.

The 90-day waiting period explained

After you change your username, you cannot change it again for 90 days. This timer starts the moment you confirm the change, not when you first click the change button. If you change your mind when ready after confirming, you're still locked into the 90-day wait.

Riot enforces this rule to prevent account takeover fraud and to keep the username system stable. If someone gains temporary access to your account and changes your username, you can contact Riot support to request an exception, but standard changes have no exceptions.

What to do if you cannot log in after changing your username

After you change your username, you must use the new one to log in to your Riot account and to launch games like Valorant or League of Legends. If you try to log in with your old username, the system will reject it. Write down your new username somewhere safe so you don't forget it.

If you forget your new username, go to the Riot Games login page and click "Forgot username?" You'll need to verify your email address, and Riot will send you a message showing your current login username. If you cannot access the email address linked to your account, contact Riot support through their help portal.

How your summoner name is different from your login username

Your login username is what you type into the Riot Games login screen to access your account. Your summoner name is what other players see in the game itself — it's the name displayed above your character in Valorant or League of Legends. These are two separate things, and changing one does not change the other.

You can change your summoner name through the game client itself, usually through a shop or account settings menu within the game. Summoner name changes often cost in-game currency and may have different cooldown rules than username changes. If you want to change how you appear to other players, you're changing your summoner name. If you want to change how you log in, you're changing your username.

What to do if your username is taken

If the username you want is already in use, the system will tell you so when you try to claim it. You'll need to choose a different name. There is no waitlist or reservation system — if someone else has it, you cannot get it unless they change their username and it becomes available again.

Try variations of the name you want: add a number at the end, use a different spelling, or combine it with another word. Keep in mind that your new username needs to be something you can remember, since you'll be typing it every time you log in.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my username more than once?

Yes, but you must wait 90 days between changes. The 90-day timer resets each time you make a change, so if you change your username today, you cannot change it again until 90 days from today.

Will changing my username affect my game progress or rank?

No. Your login username is separate from your account data. Changing it does not affect your rank, your cosmetics, your match history, or anything else tied to your account. Only the name you use to log in changes.

What if I change my username and then forget the new one?

Go to the Riot Games login page and click "Forgot username?" Verify your email address, and Riot will send you your current login username. You can also contact Riot support if you cannot access that email.

Can I change my username if my account is banned?

No. If your account is suspended or banned, you cannot make changes to it until the suspension is lifted. Contact Riot support to discuss your account status.

Does changing my username change my summoner name in the game?

No. Your login username and your in-game summoner name are separate. Changing one does not affect the other. You change your summoner name through the game client itself, not through account settings.