I found myself in a bit of a predicament the other day. As someone who enjoys gaming, I spend a significant amount of time playing Valorant, a popular tactical shooter from Riot Games. Everything was going smoothly until one day I received a notification that seemed off. It was an email from Riot Games mentioning a login attempt from an unfamiliar location. This got me thinking about the security of my account. I realized that I hadn’t updated my password in quite some time, and it was probably a good idea to change it.
Initially, I felt a bit overwhelmed. I was accustomed to the usual routine of changing passwords on various platforms, but the specifics of Riot Games’ system seemed a bit different. However, I was determined to ensure that my account was secure, so I decided to dive into the process of changing my password. Here’s a step-by-step account of how I managed to update my Valorant password, and I hope it helps anyone else who might find themselves in a similar situation.
The first thing I did was log into my Riot Games account. I knew I had to start this process from the Riot Games website rather than the Valorant client itself. So, I opened my web browser and navigated to the official Riot Games website. Once there, I clicked on the “Sign In” button, which took me to the login page where I entered my current credentials.
After successfully logging in, I was greeted by my Riot account dashboard. From here, I needed to access my account settings. This wasn’t immediately obvious, but I found a small icon that resembled a gear or cogwheel, typically used for settings, in the upper right corner of the page. Clicking on this icon opened a drop-down menu where I selected “Account Settings.”
In the account settings menu, I was looking for the security options. Riot Games offers a variety of account management tools, and the security settings were where I would find the option to change my password. After navigating to the security section, I saw an option labeled “Change Password.” I clicked on it, and a new page loaded with fields for my current password and the new password I wanted to set.
The next step was to enter my current password in the appropriate field. I was a bit cautious at this point, making sure that I typed it in correctly. This was crucial because entering the wrong current password could lead to complications or errors in changing my password. After verifying my current password, I proceeded to create a new password.
Choosing a strong and secure password was important. I decided to follow a few best practices for creating a password: it should be at least twelve characters long, include a mix of upper and lower case letters, numbers, and special characters. I also avoided using easily guessable information, such as names or birthdays. After creating a new password that met these criteria, I typed it into the designated field and then confirmed it by entering it again.
Once I was confident that I had entered the new password correctly, I clicked the “Submit” button to finalize the change. A confirmation prompt appeared, asking me to verify that I wanted to change my password. This was a standard security measure to prevent accidental changes, so I confirmed that I wanted to proceed.
After submitting the request, I received an email from Riot Games confirming that my password had been successfully changed. This email also included details on how to reset the password if I didn’t make the change myself. It was reassuring to know that my account was being monitored for any unusual activity.
In addition to changing my password, I took the opportunity to review my account’s security settings. Riot Games offers additional security features, such as enabling two-factor authentication (2FA). I decided to activate this feature to add an extra layer of protection to my account. Enabling 2FA involved linking my account with an authentication app, which would generate time-sensitive codes for login attempts.
With my new password set and two-factor authentication enabled, I felt much more secure about my Valorant account. It was a bit of a process, but taking these steps ensured that my account was better protected against unauthorized access. The whole experience reminded me of the importance of regular account maintenance and staying vigilant about online security.
If you’re ever in a similar situation, needing to change your password for Riot Games or any other platform, following these steps should help guide you through the process smoothly. It’s always a good idea to periodically review and update your security settings to protect your personal information and gaming accounts.