Change Your Valorant Display Name in Three Steps

You can change your Valorant display name (the name other players see in-game) through the Riot Games client. Open the Valorant launcher, click the settings icon in the top right, select "Account", then choose "Edit Name". Type your new name, confirm it meets Valorant's naming rules, and click save. The change takes effect when ready in your next match.

Your display name is separate from your Riot ID, which is the account identifier that stays the same. You can change your display name as often as you want, but Riot enforces a cooldown period between changes — typically 30 days after your last name change. If you try to change it before that window closes, the system will tell you when you can change it again.

Key Takeaways

  • Display name changes happen in the Valorant client under Account settings, not on the Riot Games website.
  • You must wait 30 days between name changes, so choose a name you are comfortable keeping for at least a month.
  • Valorant blocks names that contain profanity, impersonate pro players, or violate the community code of conduct.
  • Your Riot ID (the account identifier) never changes, even if you update your display name multiple times.

Where to Find the Name Change Option

Start by opening the Valorant launcher on your computer. Log in if you are not already signed in. Once you are at the main menu, look for the settings icon — it looks like a gear and sits in the top right corner of the launcher window, next to your profile picture.

Click that settings icon and a dropdown menu will appear. Select "Account" from the list. This takes you to your account settings page within the launcher. You will see several options here, including "Edit Name" near the top. Click "Edit Name" to open the name change dialog.

What Names Valorant Will and Will Not Accept

Valorant has specific rules about what you can name yourself. Your display name cannot contain profanity, slurs, or hateful language. It also cannot impersonate professional Valorant players, streamers, or Riot Games staff members. Names that look like they are trying to scam or deceive other players (such as mimicking a support account) are blocked as well.

Your name must be between 1 and 16 characters long. It can include letters, numbers, and some special characters like spaces and underscores, but not symbols like @, #, or $. If you try to save a name that violates these rules, Valorant will reject it and show you a message explaining why. Read that message carefully — it tells you exactly what part of the name caused the problem.

If your current name was created before Valorant tightened its rules, you may be able to keep it even if a new name with the same text would be rejected today. However, if you change your name and then try to change back to an old name that violates current rules, the system will block it.

Understanding the 30-Day Cooldown Between Changes

After you change your display name, you must wait 30 days before you can change it again. This cooldown starts the moment your name change goes through, not when you submit the request. The Valorant client will show you the exact date when you can change your name next if you try to change it before the window opens.

This cooldown exists to prevent players from constantly switching names to avoid accountability or to confuse other players. It also reduces the load on Riot's servers. If you change your name and when ready realize you made a typo or do not like it, you are stuck with it for a month — so take a moment to double-check your spelling before you confirm.

What Happens to Your Rank and Match History

Your rank, match history, and all your stats stay exactly the same when you change your display name. Other players will see your new name in future matches, but your old name will still appear in past match replays and in the match history from before the change. This is normal and expected.

Your Riot ID — the account identifier that looks like "YourName#NA1" or similar — never changes, no matter how many times you update your display name. Friends will continue to see you in their friends list under your new name. If you were in a party when you changed your name, the party members will see the update the next time they look at the party list.

Troubleshooting Common Name Change Problems

If the "Edit Name" button is greyed out or not clickable, you are probably still in your 30-day cooldown period. Check the message that appears when you hover over the button — it will tell you the exact date you can change your name again. There is no way to bypass this cooldown, even if you contact Riot support.

If you see an error message saying your name is unavailable or violates the code of conduct, try a different name. Read the error message carefully — it usually tells you which part of the name caused the problem. If the message is unclear, try removing numbers, special characters, or any words that might be flagged as profanity or impersonation.

If the change does not go through after you click save, check your internet connection and try again. If you get a server error, wait a few minutes and try once more. If the problem persists, restart the Valorant launcher completely and log back in.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my name more than once?

Yes, you can change your name as many times as you want, but you must wait 30 days between each change. After you change your name, the next change will not be available for 30 days from that date.

What is the difference between my display name and my Riot ID?

Your display name is what other players see in-game and what you choose in the account settings. Your Riot ID is your account identifier (like "PlayerName#NA1") and never changes. Friends add you using your Riot ID, not your display name.

Will my friends still see me if I change my name?

Yes. Your friends will see your new name in their friends list and in-game. Your Riot ID stays the same, so they will still be able to find you even if they do not know your new display name.

Can I change my name back to what it was before?

Yes, but only if that old name does not violate Valorant's current naming rules. If your old name contained profanity or impersonation, the system will block you from using it again. Otherwise, you can change back to any previous name you have used, as long as you wait 30 days between changes.

What if someone else is using the name I want?

Multiple players can have the same display name in Valorant — the Riot ID (which includes a region tag) is what makes each account unique. If another player has the name you want, you can still use it. Both of you will have the same display name but different Riot IDs.