Change your Valorant name through the Riot Games client on your computer

To change your Valorant name, open the Riot Games client, click your profile icon in the top right corner, and select "Riot ID". From there, click "Edit" next to your current name. Type your new name in the game name field (up to 16 characters), add or change your tag number if you want (the number after the hashtag), then click "Save". The change takes effect immediately in Valorant and all other Riot games you play.

You can change your name once every 30 days at no cost. If you try to change it again before 30 days have passed, the client will show you the exact date when you can make another change. There is no way to speed this up or bypass the waiting period. Your tag number (the digits after your name) is separate from your name itself — you can change your tag without changing your name, or change both at the same time.

Key Takeaways

  • Open the Riot Games client, click your profile icon, select "Riot ID", and click "Edit" to change your name in one step.
  • Your new name can be up to 16 characters long and takes effect immediately across all Riot games.
  • You can change your name once every 30 days for free, and the client shows you when your next change is available.
  • Your tag number (the digits after your name) can be changed separately or at the same time as your name.

What happens to your old name after you change it

Your old name becomes available for other players to use after you change it. There is no way to reserve it or claim it back later. If you think you might want your old name again, wait before changing it, because someone else could take it within hours or days.

Your rank, match history, and all your progress stay attached to your account and your new name. Changing your name does not reset anything or affect your stats. Other players will see your new name on their screens, but everything else about your account remains the same.

If you cannot find the Riot ID option

Make sure you are logged into the Riot Games client on your computer, not playing through a console or mobile device. Valorant name changes are only available through the desktop client. If you are on the right platform and still do not see "Riot ID" in your profile menu, try logging out completely and logging back in.

If the "Edit" button is grayed out or not clickable, you have likely already changed your name within the last 30 days. The client will tell you the exact date your next change becomes available. You can still view your current name and tag, but you cannot modify them until the waiting period ends.

Choosing a name that will not get flagged

Riot Games has automated systems that flag names containing slurs, hate speech, or sexual content. If your chosen name is flagged, you will see an error message and cannot save it. The system is strict — even partial words or intentional misspellings of offensive terms can be caught.

Names that reference real people, impersonate staff members, or look like account phishing attempts are also rejected. If you are unsure whether a name will be accepted, try entering it — the client will reject it immediately if there is a problem, and you can try a different name without penalty.

Changing your name on console or mobile

You cannot change your Valorant name through the console or mobile versions of the game. You must use the desktop Riot Games client on a computer. Log in there, make your change, and it will sync to your console or mobile account automatically within a few minutes.

This restriction applies whether you play on PlayStation, Xbox, or a mobile device. The name change system is only built into the desktop client, so that is the only place where the option appears. Once you have made the change on your computer, all your other devices will show your new name the next time you log in.

What to do if your name change did not save

If you clicked "Save" but your name did not change, close the Riot Games client completely and reopen it. Sometimes the change takes a few seconds to sync. If it still has not changed after reopening the client, try restarting your computer.

If you see an error message when you try to save, read it carefully — it will tell you whether the name is flagged, already taken, or if there is a technical problem. If the error says the name is already taken, someone else has claimed it since you started typing. Choose a different name and try again.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my name more than once every 30 days?

No. Riot Games enforces a 30-day waiting period between name changes. The client shows you the exact date your next change is available. There is no way to pay for a faster change or bypass this limit.

Will changing my name affect my rank or match history?

No. Your rank, stats, and all match history stay exactly the same. The only thing that changes is what other players see when they look at your profile or encounter you in a match.

What if someone else takes my old name?

Once you change your name, your old name becomes available immediately and anyone can claim it. There is no way to reserve it. If you think you might want it back, do not change your name.

Can I change my name on my phone or console?

No. Name changes only work through the desktop Riot Games client on a computer. Log in there, make your change, and it will update on your phone or console automatically within a few minutes.

Why is my name change not showing up?

Close and reopen the Riot Games client — sometimes the change takes a few seconds to sync. If it still has not appeared after reopening, restart your computer. If you see an error message, it will explain whether the name is flagged, taken, or if there is a technical issue.