Welcome, Radiants! VALORANT redeem codes occasionally unlock free player cards, sprays, titles, gun buddies, and other cosmetic rewards. Riot does not release universal public codes on a fixed schedule. New codes most often appear during Pride celebrations, story campaigns, community challenges, esports promotions, merchandise offers, and limited partner events.
The codes below were checked against Riot’s official 2026 announcements and recently refreshed August tracking sources. Riot did not publish an expiration date for the 2026 Pride codes, so redeem them as soon as possible and treat the result shown by Riot’s redemption page as final for your account.
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Active VALORANT Codes (August 2026)
Riot officially released the following three codes on June 1 for Pride Month 2026. No newer universal public VALORANT code was found in Riot’s official news posts through August 1. A frequently refreshed August tracker still labels all three Pride codes as likely valid, while a separate guide updated July 27 also continues to list them as redeemable.
| Code | Reward | Current Status |
|---|---|---|
CC-VAL26-HOLDN-SPACE |
“Holding Space” player title | Official 2026 Pride code; currently reported as likely valid |
CC-VAL26-ALLUV-SPRAY |
“All Love” Pride Wingman spray | Official 2026 Pride code; currently reported as likely valid |
CC-VAL26-PLAYR-CARDS |
Eight Pride player cards: Sherbet, Galactic, Sunset, Mint, Rainbow, Twilight, Primary, and Cotton Candy | Official 2026 Pride code; currently reported as likely valid |
Riot’s June 1 announcement links directly to the official web redemption page but does not state a deadline. This means the three codes should not be described as permanent, even though current August tracking evidence still supports trying them.
VALORANT Code With Conflicting Status
CC-VAL26-ALPHA-OMEGA was publicly released in February 2026 for the For Retribution player card. Riot did not announce a public expiration date. However, its current status is now disputed: one guide updated July 27 still lists it with the active codes, while an August tracker has moved it to the inactive section and labels it “probably expired.”
| Code | Reward | Current Assessment |
|---|---|---|
CC-VAL26-ALPHA-OMEGA |
For Retribution player card | Official code, but currently unconfirmed and probably expired |
It costs nothing to test this code through Riot’s official redemption page, but it should not be counted as a confirmed active code. If Riot returns an invalid or expired message, move on rather than repeatedly submitting it.
Expired VALORANT Codes
The following public codes belong to earlier Pride campaigns, community challenges, and other past promotions. Their stated redemption periods have ended or current sources consistently treat them as unavailable.
CC-VAL25-FLYBY-BUDDY– Flyby Hug gun buddy; expired June 30, 2025CC-VAL25-ATE25-TITLE– “Ate” title; expired June 30, 2025CC-VAL25-PLAYR-CARDS– Eight Pride player cards; expired June 30, 2025CC-VAL24-PLAYR-CARDS– Eight Pride player cards; expired June 25, 2024CC-VAL24-HEART-BUDDY– Tactibear gun buddy; expired June 25, 2024CC-VAL24-BETTR-2GTHR– “Better Together” title; expired June 25, 2024CC-VLRNT-CCHAL-00002– Not a Peep and VERSUS // Deadlock + Gekko player cards; expired December 31, 2023CC-VLRNT-CCHAL-00001– Community Challenge reward; expiredCC-VLRNT-CCHAL-VAL02– Community Challenge reward; expiredCC-VLRNT-CCHAL-WNGMN– Community Challenge reward; expiredYTILAUD– Duality player card; expiredPRISMATIC– Pride // Rainbow player card; expiredCOTTONCANDY– Pride // Cotton Candy player card; expiredPRIMARY– Pride // Primary player card; expiredGALACTIC– Pride // Galactic player card; expiredSUNSET– Pride // Sunset player card; expiredTWILIGHT– Pride // Twilight player card; expiredSHERBET– Pride // Sherbet player card; expiredJUBILANT01– “Proud” title; expiredJUBILANT02– “Ally” title; expired
How to Redeem VALORANT Codes
For public cosmetic codes such as the 2026 Pride rewards, Riot’s official browser-based redemption page is the preferred method. The PC client’s Prepaid Cards and Codes menu is primarily documented for prepaid cash cards and VALORANT Points, so it should not be treated as the guaranteed method for every promotional content code.
Method 1: Riot Code Redemption Website
- Open the official Riot Code Redemption page.
- Sign in with the Riot Account that should receive the reward.
- Enter the promotional code exactly as displayed, including every hyphen.
- Select Redeem Code.
- Launch or restart VALORANT and check the appropriate section of your Collection.
If the page temporarily says redemption is unavailable, confirm that you are signed in to the correct Riot Account, reload the page, and try again later. The message can also depend on the selected game, maintenance, region, or code type.
Method 2: PC Prepaid Cards and Codes
Riot officially documents this client menu for prepaid cards and VALORANT Points on PC. Some eligible Riot content codes may also work there, but the 2026 Pride announcement specifically directs players to the web redemption page.
- Launch VALORANT on PC and sign in to the correct Riot Account.
- Select the VALORANT Points icon near the top-right corner.
- Choose Prepaid Cards and Codes.
- Enter the prepaid PIN or another eligible Riot code.
- Select Submit.
Promotional Codes vs. Prepaid VALORANT Codes
VALORANT uses several types of codes, and they should not be treated as interchangeable.
- Public promotional codes: Shared codes announced by Riot for free cosmetics, such as the 2026 Pride title, spray, and player cards.
- Unique content codes: One-use codes supplied through merchandise, event platforms, community programs, creator campaigns, or partner promotions. A code shown publicly by another player may already have been claimed.
- Prepaid card codes: Purchased PINs redeemed for VALORANT Points. Riot documents these as PC products and states that they can be region-locked.
- Account-linked event rewards: Cosmetics earned through Twitch Drops, esports viewing, login campaigns, missions, event passes, or linked third-party platforms. These may not use a public code at all.
Why Is My VALORANT Code Not Working?
- The code expired: Riot can disable promotional content codes after an event even when the original announcement remains online.
- The code was already redeemed: Public promotional rewards are normally limited to one redemption per Riot Account, while unique codes can only be claimed once in total.
- The reward is already owned: Redeeming a repeated player-card bundle may not grant an additional copy of content already in the account.
- The code was entered incorrectly: Copy promotional codes exactly, including capitalization and hyphens.
- The wrong Riot Account is signed in: Confirm the account before submitting the code, especially if you use more than one Riot ID.
- You used the wrong redemption method: Try Riot’s official browser page for cosmetic codes rather than relying only on the PC payment menu.
- The prepaid card is from another region: Riot prepaid products are region-locked and generally must match the account region.
- The prepaid card was not activated: Keep the card and purchase receipt and contact the retailer if Riot reports that the PIN was not activated.
- Too many attempts were made: Riot’s prepaid-card support guidance says to wait 24 hours after exceeding the permitted number of attempts.
- The redemption service is temporarily unavailable: Sign in again, check Riot service status, and retry later.
How to Find More VALORANT Codes
Universal public codes are relatively rare. Riot more commonly distributes rewards through event participation, account-linked Drops, merchandise purchases, creator promotions, community programs, and esports challenges.
- Official VALORANT News: Check community celebrations, game updates, and special promotions.
- Official VALORANT X Account: Follow limited code and cosmetic announcements.
- Official VALORANT YouTube: Watch trailers, developer videos, and campaign announcements.
- Official VALORANT Twitch Channel: Check tournament broadcasts and eligible Drops.
- Official VALORANT Discord: Review official announcements and community-event information.
- VALORANT Esports: Follow VCT events, Pick’Ems, viewing rewards, and account-linked campaigns.
Do not assume every VCT broadcast includes a public code. Riot often uses account-linked Drops or event missions instead, and a code should only be advertised when Riot or an authorized campaign has published it.
Need More VALORANT Points?
Free promotional codes generally unlock profile cosmetics rather than premium weapon collections. Weapon skins, bundles, Battle Passes, and Night Market purchases require VALORANT Points. Radianite Points are used to unlock eligible upgrades and variants after a compatible skin has been obtained.
Players purchasing currency can visit the BuffHub VALORANT Top-Up Store. Confirm that the product, platform, currency, and account region match before placing an order, because Riot prepaid products can be region-restricted.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which VALORANT Codes Are Active in August 2026?
The three best-supported public codes are CC-VAL26-HOLDN-SPACE, CC-VAL26-ALLUV-SPRAY, and CC-VAL26-PLAYR-CARDS. Riot did not publish a deadline in its June 1 announcement, and current August tracking sources still mark them as likely valid.
What Is the Newest VALORANT Code?
The newest universal public codes remain the three Pride Month 2026 codes released on June 1. No newer public code was found in Riot’s official news posts through August 1, 2026.
Is CC-VAL26-ALPHA-OMEGA Still Active?
Its status is disputed. A guide updated July 27 still lists it as active, but a current August tracker labels it probably expired. You can test it through Riot’s official redemption page, but it should not be counted as confirmed active.
Are VALORANT Promotional Codes Free?
Yes. Universal public cosmetic codes released by Riot are free. Prepaid card codes are different because they are purchased currency products, while merchandise or partner codes may require an eligible purchase or event action.
Are VALORANT Codes Case-Sensitive?
Copy each promotional code exactly as Riot publishes it, including its capitalization and hyphens. Earlier Riot Pride instructions explicitly described the codes as case-sensitive.
Can Console Players Redeem VALORANT Codes?
Console players should use the official browser redemption page while signed in to the Riot Account linked to their PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X|S profile. The in-client prepaid-code instructions are primarily documented for PC.
Can I Redeem the Same Code More Than Once?
No. Public promotional rewards are normally limited to one redemption per Riot Account. Unique merchandise, event, and partner codes can only be redeemed once in total.
What if I Cannot Find Prepaid Cards and Codes?
Use Riot’s official browser redemption page for promotional cosmetics. The in-client prepaid option is a PC payment feature and may not appear on console or in every regional client layout.
Do VALORANT Promotional Codes Give Free VP?
Universal public promotional codes usually provide cosmetics such as player cards, titles, sprays, or gun buddies. Riot does not routinely distribute free VALORANT Points through shared public codes.
When Was This VALORANT Code List Updated?
This page was last source-checked on . Promotional-code availability can change without an updated announcement, so the response shown by Riot’s redemption system is final for the account being used.
