Change your Valorant username through the Riot Games client

To change your Valorant username, open the Riot Games client on your computer, click your profile icon in the top right corner, and select "Account". From there, click "Edit" next to your username (also called your "Riot ID"). You can change the name part before the hashtag, and optionally change the tag (the numbers after the hashtag) as well. Type your new username, confirm it is available, and click "Save".

The change takes effect when ready in Valorant and across all Riot Games titles you play — League of Legends, Teamfight Tactics, Valorant, and others. Your old username becomes unavailable to other players right away, though you cannot use the exact same name again for 30 days.

Key Takeaways

  • You change your Valorant username through the Riot Games client under Account settings, not through the game itself.
  • Your username consists of a name and a tag separated by a hashtag; you can change one or both parts.
  • The change applies to all Riot Games titles you play, not just Valorant.
  • You can change your username once every 30 days, and the old name becomes unavailable to others when ready.

What counts as your Valorant username

Your Valorant username is your Riot ID, which appears as two parts separated by a hashtag. The first part is your name (up to 16 characters), and the second part is your tag (a number between 0 and 9999). For example, "Priya#NA1" or "ShadowPlayer#5280". Both parts together make up your full username.

When you first create a Riot Games account, the system assigns you a random tag automatically. You can keep that tag or change it when you update your username. Many players change their tag along with their name to make the username feel more personal, but you can also keep the tag and only change the name part.

Step-by-step: accessing the username change screen

Start by opening the Riot Games client on your computer — the launcher you use to start Valorant. In the top right corner, you will see your current username and a small profile icon. Click that icon to open a dropdown menu.

From the dropdown, select "Account". This takes you to your Riot Games account page in a web browser. On that page, look for a section labeled "Riot ID" or "Username". Next to it, you should see an "Edit" button. Click "Edit" to open the username change form.

Choosing and confirming your new username

In the edit form, you will see two fields: one for your name and one for your tag. Type the new name you want (up to 16 characters). You can use letters, numbers, and some special characters, but spaces are not allowed. The system will tell you if your choice contains a banned word or violates Riot's naming policy.

If you want to change your tag as well, click on the tag field and enter a new number between 0 and 9999. If you leave the tag field blank, Riot will assign you a random one. Once you have entered both parts, click the button to check if the username is available. If it is taken, the system will say so and you can try a different combination. Once you find an available username, click "Save" or "Confirm" to make the change.

What happens after you change your username

Your new username appears in Valorant and in all other Riot Games titles within a few minutes. Your friends will see the new name in their friends list, and your old name will no longer appear anywhere in the Riot Games ecosystem. Your rank, match history, and all other account data stay exactly the same — only the name changes.

Your old username becomes unavailable to other players when ready, but you cannot use that exact same username again for 30 days. This prevents people from impersonating you by taking your old name right after you change it. After 30 days, your old username enters a pool that other players can claim.

Restrictions and cooldowns on username changes

You can change your username once every 30 days. If you have already changed it recently, the system will tell you when you can change it again. This cooldown applies to the account, not to individual games, so changing your name in Valorant uses up your one change for all Riot titles.

Riot Games reserves the right to reset your username if it violates their naming policy — for example, if it contains hate speech, impersonates a public figure, or includes explicit content. If your username is reset, you will receive an email notification and will be able to choose a new one when ready.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my Valorant username on my phone or console?

No. You must use the Riot Games client on a computer to change your username. Valorant itself is only available on PC, and the account settings are only accessible through the client or the Riot Games website on a computer.

What if my desired username is already taken?

Try a different combination of name and tag. The tag is usually the easiest part to change — for example, if "Priya#NA1" is taken, try "Priya#NA2" or "Priya#5280". You can also change the name part and keep a tag you like. The system will tell you when ready whether a combination is available.

Does changing my username affect my rank or match history?

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

How long does it take for my new username to show up in the game?

Usually a few minutes. Your friends will see the new name in their friends list almost when ready, and it will appear in your own client right away. In rare cases, it can take up to an hour to appear everywhere, but this is uncommon.

Can I change my username back to my old one before 30 days?

No. You must wait 30 days before you can use your old username again. During that 30-day period, you can change to a completely different username if you want, but you cannot reclaim your previous name until the cooldown expires.