You can change your Riot username once every 90 days through the Riot Games website

Your Riot username is the name that appears in Valorant, League of Legends, and other Riot games. To change it, you log into your Riot account on the official website, go to your account settings, and use the username change tool. The process takes a few minutes, and the new name becomes active when ready — though you cannot change it again for 90 days after you do.

The username you choose must be between 3 and 16 characters, contain only letters, numbers, hyphens, and underscores, and cannot already be taken by another player. Riot does not allow spaces or special characters beyond those four. If the name you want is taken, you will see that message when you try to claim it, and you can search for variations until you find one available.

Key Takeaways

  • You can change your Riot username once every 90 days by logging into your account on the Riot Games website and using the account settings menu.
  • Your new username must be 3 to 16 characters long and can only contain letters, numbers, hyphens, and underscores.
  • The name change takes effect when ready, and you cannot change it again until 90 days have passed since your last change.
  • If your desired username is already taken, the system will tell you and you can try a different variation.

Step-by-step process to change your username

Start by going to account.riotgames.com and signing in with your Riot account email and password. Once you are logged in, look for the account settings or profile section — this is usually in the top right corner or in a menu labeled "Account".

Find the option that says "Change Username" or "Edit Username" — the exact wording varies slightly depending on when your account was created, but it will be clearly labeled in the account settings area. Click on it, and you will see a text field where you can type your new username. Type the name you want, then click the button to confirm the change. If the name is available, it will be yours when ready. If it is taken, you will see an error message and can try a different name.

After you change your username, it will appear in all Riot games within a few minutes. Your old username cannot be used by anyone else for 30 days, so if you change your mind very quickly, you may be able to change back to it before that window closes — but you will still be subject to the 90-day cooldown between changes.

What happens if your desired username is already taken

When you try to claim a username that another player already has, the Riot website will show you a message saying the name is unavailable. You cannot reserve a username or join a waitlist for one — you have to choose a different name right away if you want to make a change during that session.

Common workarounds include adding a number at the end (like "username123"), using an underscore or hyphen in the middle ("user_name" or "user-name"), or choosing a completely different name. Many players also check whether similar names with different spellings are free. Since you can change your username once every 90 days, you can also wait and try again later if you think a name might become available.

The 90-day waiting period between changes

Riot enforces a 90-day cooldown after each username change. This means if you change your username on January 1st, you cannot change it again until April 1st. The timer starts the moment your change goes through, not when you request it.

This rule applies to everyone, regardless of account age or status. There is no way to bypass it or request an exception. If you are unhappy with a name you just chose, you will need to wait the full 90 days before you can change it again. This is why it is worth taking a moment to think through your choice before you confirm it.

Username rules and what you cannot use

Riot usernames have specific requirements. They must be between 3 and 16 characters long. You can use uppercase and lowercase letters (A–Z, a–z), numbers (0–9), hyphens (-), and underscores (_). You cannot use spaces, periods, commas, or other punctuation marks.

Riot also does not allow usernames that contain hate speech, slurs, or content that violates their terms of service. If you try to use a name that breaks these rules, the system will reject it and ask you to choose something else. Names that are offensive or impersonate Riot staff or professional players may also be flagged and removed, even after you have set them.

How your username change affects your account and games

Changing your username does not affect your account security, rank, game progress, or anything else in your account. Your account ID — a number that Riot uses internally — stays the same. Friends will still see you on their friends list, and your match history will still be there under your new name.

In Valorant, your username is what appears above your character in-game and on the scoreboard. In League of Legends, it is your summoner name. If you play other Riot games, the same username will appear across all of them. The change is when ready, so teammates and opponents will see your new name the next time you play.

What to do if you cannot find the username change option

If you are logged into your Riot account but cannot find the username change tool, check that you are on the official Riot Games website — the URL should be account.riotgames.com, not a third-party site. Some older accounts or accounts in certain regions may have the option in a slightly different location within account settings.

If you have changed your username within the last 90 days, the option will be grayed out or hidden until the cooldown expires. You can hover over it to see how many days remain. If you believe there is a technical problem, you can contact Riot support through the website, though they cannot override the 90-day rule or change your username for you — they can only help if the tool itself is not working.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my username more than once every 90 days?

No. Riot enforces a strict 90-day cooldown between username changes for all players. There is no way to bypass this or request an exception, even if you are a paying customer or professional player.

What if I change my username and then want to change it back?

You can change back to your old username within 30 days of changing away from it, but you will still be subject to the 90-day cooldown. After 30 days, your old username becomes available to other players and you cannot reclaim it.

Does changing my username affect my rank or match history?

No. Your rank, match history, account level, and all game progress stay exactly the same. Only the name displayed above your character changes. Friends will still see you on their list.

Can I use spaces or special characters in my username?

No. Usernames can only contain letters, numbers, hyphens, and underscores. Spaces, periods, and other punctuation are not allowed.

What happens if Riot removes my username for violating their rules?

If your username contains hate speech or other prohibited content, Riot may remove it and force you to change it. When this happens, you will be notified and given a grace period to choose a new name. You will not be able to use the removed name again.