Change your username through the Riot Games client

Wild Rift uses your Riot Games account, so you change your username in the same place you manage that account — not inside the game itself. Open the Riot Games website, sign into your account, and go to the Account Settings page. Look for the section labeled "Summoner Name" (this is what other players see in Wild Rift). Click the pencil icon or "Change" button next to it.

You will see a text field where you can type a new name. Riot Games allows one free name change every 90 days. If you have already used your free change recently, you can still change your name, but it will cost 1,300 Blue Essence or 390 Riot Points (the premium currency). The cost appears on screen before you confirm, so you know exactly what you are paying.

After you type your new name and confirm the change, it takes effect when ready in Wild Rift and all other Riot games you play. Your old name becomes available for other players to claim after a short delay.

Key Takeaways

  • You change your Wild Rift username on the Riot Games website in Account Settings under "Summoner Name," not inside the game.
  • You get one free name change every 90 days; additional changes cost 1,300 Blue Essence or 390 Riot Points.
  • The new name appears in Wild Rift when ready and affects all games linked to your Riot account.
  • Your old username becomes available for others to use after a short delay once you change it.

What names are not allowed

Riot Games blocks certain usernames automatically. You cannot use names that contain profanity, slurs, or hateful language. Names that impersonate Riot staff, professional players, or streamers are also rejected. If you try to set a name that breaks these rules, the system will tell you it is unavailable and ask you to choose something else.

Names must be between 3 and 16 characters long. Spaces, numbers, and most punctuation marks are allowed, but the name cannot start or end with a space or special character. If you see an error message saying your name is invalid, check the length and the first and last characters.

If your name change does not go through

The most common reason a name change fails is that someone else has already claimed the name you want. Riot Games does not hold names in reserve, so if the name is available when you type it but taken by the time you confirm, you will see an error. Try a slight variation — add a number, change a letter, or use a different spelling.

If you see an error message that does not mention the name being taken, check that you are signed into the correct Riot account. Some players have multiple accounts and accidentally try to change the name on the wrong one. If you are certain you are on the right account and the error persists, contact Riot Games Support through their website and describe what happened.

How to find your Riot account if you forgot your username

If you cannot remember your Riot account username or email, go to the Riot Games sign-in page and click "Having trouble signing in?" This takes you to account recovery. You will need to provide information Riot can verify — usually a phone number or email address associated with the account. Riot will send you a recovery link, and you can reset your password and confirm your account details.

Once you are back in your account, you can see your current Summoner Name and change it from there. If you cannot recover access to the email or phone number on file, Riot Support can help, but the process takes longer and requires you to prove you own the account.

The difference between your Riot username and your Summoner Name

Your Riot account has two names, and they serve different purposes. Your Riot username is what you use to sign in — it is private and only you see it. Your Summoner Name is what appears in Wild Rift and is visible to every player you encounter. When you change your Summoner Name through Account Settings, you are changing only what other players see, not your login credentials.

If you want to change the email address or password you use to sign in, that is a separate process in Account Settings under "Sign-In Email" or "Password." Changing your Summoner Name does not affect either of those.

Changing your name on mobile versus desktop

The process is the same whether you play Wild Rift on your phone or a computer. You must go to the Riot Games website to change your name — you cannot do it from inside the mobile app. Open a browser on your phone or computer, sign into your Riot account, and follow the steps above. The change will sync to Wild Rift on whatever device you play on within a few minutes.

If you are playing Wild Rift when you change your name on the website, you may need to close and reopen the game to see the new name in your profile. Restarting the app forces it to refresh your account information.

What happens to your old name after you change it

When you change your Summoner Name, your old name does not stay reserved for you. Other players can claim it as soon as Riot releases it back into the pool, which usually happens within a few hours. If you change your mind and want your old name back, you will have to wait until no one else is using it, then change to it again — and you will use up another free change or pay the cost.

For this reason, think carefully before changing a name you have used for a long time. Friends and teammates may not recognize you when ready, and you lose the name recognition you built up. If you are changing your name to escape harassment or for a fresh start, that is a good reason. If you are just experimenting, consider whether the cost or the free change timer is worth it.

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Yes, you can change your name as often as you want. Your first change every 90 days is free. After that, each additional change costs 1,300 Blue Essence or 390 Riot Points until the 90-day timer resets. If you change your name three times in one month, you will pay for the second and third changes.

Will my friends still see me in their friends list if I change my name?

Yes. Your friends list is tied to your Riot account, not your Summoner Name. When you change your name, you stay on all your friends' lists, and they stay on yours. Your friends will see your new name the next time they log in or refresh their friends list.

What if someone else is using a name I want?

You cannot claim a name that is currently in use. If the name you want is taken, you have to choose a different one. Riot does not have a reservation system or a waiting list. Your only option is to pick a variation or a different name entirely.

Do I need to change my password after I change my Summoner Name?

No. Changing your Summoner Name does not affect your password or your sign-in email. Your login credentials stay the same. If you want to change your password for security reasons, that is a separate action in Account Settings under "Password."

Can I change my name if I have been banned or suspended?

If your account is suspended or banned, you cannot change your name until the suspension ends or the ban is lifted. If you are permanently banned, you cannot change the name on that account. You would need to create a new account to play Wild Rift again.