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How To Easily Change your Riot Games Tag

Changing your Riot Games tag is a simple process that allows you to update your display name across all Riot Games titles. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to easily change your tag in just a few minutes.

What is a Riot Games Tag

A Riot Games tag is the name and hashtag combination that is displayed in-game across all Riot titles such as League of Legends, Valorant, Legends of Runeterra, and Wild Rift.

Your tag consists of two parts:

  • Name: The display name shown to other players in-game. This can be changed every 30 days.
  • Tag: The hashtag and numbers after your name, such as #1234. This can also be changed every 30 days.

For example, your full tag might look something like:

EpicGamer#NA1

Why Change Your Tag

Here are some common reasons you may want to change your Riot Games tag:

  • Update your name: You want to use a new or different display name in-game.
  • Refresh your tag: You want to change your hashtag and numbers to something new.
  • Offensive name flagged: Riot has flagged your current name as inappropriate and given you a temporary name.
  • Just for fun: You just feel like changing your identifier every month.

Rules for Riot Games Tags

When choosing a new Riot Games tag, make sure it complies with these rules:

  • Between 3-16 characters long
  • Can only contain letters, numbers, spaces, periods, underscores, and hyphens
  • Cannot contain personally identifying information
  • Cannot contain the word “Riot”
  • Cannot be offensive or inappropriate

How Often Can You Change Your Tag

The good news is you can change your Riot Games tag for free once every 30 days. This includes both changing your display name AND your hashtag.

After 30 days have passed since your last change, you can alter your tag again.

Step-by-Step Guide

Follow these simple steps to easily change your Riot Games tag:

1. Log Into Your Riot Account

2. Navigate to “Riot ID”

  • Once logged in, click on “Riot ID” on the left side
  • This is where you can view and change your current tag

3. Click the Edit Icon

  • Find the pencil icon to the right of your current Riot ID and tag
  • Click this icon to edit your existing name and tag

4. Enter New Riot ID

  • Type in your new preferred display name in the field
  • Keep rules around name length, allowed characters, etc. in mind

5. Enter New Tag

  • Type in your new hashtag and numbers
  • This can be letters, numbers or a mix
  • You can also click the “Randomize” button to have one auto-generated

6. Verify and Save Changes

  • Double check that your new Riot ID and tag comply with the rules
  • Click “Save Changes” at the bottom to confirm changes

7. Changes Take Effect

  • Changes to your Riot Games tag can take up to 24 hours to take effect
  • Next time you sign in and play, your updated ID should display

And that’s it! With just a few simple steps you can easily change your Riot Games tag. Just be aware you need to wait 30 days before your next free change.

Tips for Choosing Your Riot ID

When selecting a new Riot ID and tag, keep these tips in mind:

  • Be unique – Choose a name that stands out from the crowd. Avoid names that are too common or generic.
  • Be consistent – Use the same name across different Riot titles for easier recognition.
  • Reflect your style – Pick a name that communicates something about your personality or playstyle.
  • Plan ahead – Brainstorm name ideas ahead of time so you’re ready for your next free change.
  • Mix it up – Change your tag periodically to keep things fresh and new.

Common Questions

Here are answers to some frequently asked questions about changing Riot Games tags:

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

No, Riot only allows one free Riot ID change every 30 days per account. You will have to wait if trying sooner.

What happens if my name gets flagged?

Riot will automatically change your name to something generic. All change cooldowns get reset when this happens.

Does my tag change affect other Riot titles?

Yes, your updated Riot ID and tag gets changed across all Riot Games titles attached to your account.

Can I change the numbers in my tag separately?

Yes! You can change just your hashtag and numbers without changing the display name portion.

Get Out There with Your New Tag!

With your shiny new Riot Games tag, it’s time to get out there and show it off! Update the tag across all your Riot titles and load into your next matches with your fresh identifier.

Have fun gaming with your new tag! Don’t forget you can always change it again for free in 30 days.

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