If you’re looking to change your name in League of Legends, you’ll now have to edit your Riot ID, which replaced the old Summoner Name system in late 2023. This guide covers how to change your name, how often you can do it, and what rules apply, all based on Riot’s official sources as of 2025.
? How to Change Name in League of Legends (Riot ID)
You can change your name in two different ways:
Option 1: On the Riot Account Website
- Visit account.riotgames.com and log in with your account username and password.
- Under Riot ID, enter your new In-Game Name and Tagline.
- Click Save Changes.
Option 2: Through the League In-Game Client
- Open the League of Legends client.
- Go to the Store (shop icon top-right).
- Click the Account icon (small person symbol).
- Select “Riot ID Change” — this opens a link to the Riot Account site.
- Change your Riot ID and save it.
? Name Change Cost & Limits
- Riot gives one free name change every 90 days.
- There is no way to pay for a name change with RP or Blue Essence anymore.
- If you’ve already changed your name within 90 days and are being harassed or targeted, you can submit a support ticket to request an additional free change.
? Riot ID Rules & Restrictions
To make sure your new name is accepted:
- Game Name must be 3–16 characters long.
- Tagline (after the #) must be 3–5 characters.
- Only alphanumeric characters are allowed (no special symbols).
- No profanity, hate speech, impersonation, or personal info.
- You can’t include “Riot” or similar terms.
- Game Name + Tagline combo must be unique globally.
Example: “ShadowBlade#NA1” is different from “ShadowBlade#7777”.
? Availability Across Regions
- Riot IDs are global. Your name stays the same even if you transfer servers.
- Taglines may start with your region (e.g., #EUW, #NA1), but once changed, you can’t revert back to a region-based tag.
?? Forced Renames & Exceptions
- Riot may force you to change your name if it breaks their rules (e.g., inappropriate content).
- If that happens, you’ll be asked to select a new name for free.
? Summary: How to Name Change in League of Legends (2025)
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Where to change | account.riotgames.com or League client Store > Account |
| Cost | Free, with 90-day cooldown |
| Paid changes? | No (1300 RP/BE no longer used) |
| Length rules | 3–16 characters (Game Name), 3–5 characters (Tagline) |
| Format | Must follow Riot’s rules; profanity & impersonation not allowed |
| Global name system | Yes — name + tag must be unique across all regions |
Need more help? Visit Riot’s official name change support page or submit a ticket if you’re facing issues.
