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 the latest VALORANT news available on September 21, 2026. 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.
Active VALORANT Codes (September 2026)
Riot officially released three Pride Month 2026 codes on June 1, and no newer universal public VALORANT code was found in Riot’s official news posts through September 21. Riot’s original Pride announcement still displays all three codes and does not state an expiration date. Their current acceptance can only be confirmed by submitting them on Riot’s official redemption page.
| Code | Reward | Current Status |
|---|---|---|
CC-VAL26-HOLDN-SPACE |
“Holding Space” player title | Official 2026 Pride code; no expiration date announced |
CC-VAL26-ALLUV-SPRAY |
“All Love” Pride Wingman spray | Official 2026 Pride code; no expiration date announced |
CC-VAL26-PLAYR-CARDS |
Eight Pride player cards: Sherbet, Galactic, Sunset, Mint, Rainbow, Twilight, Primary, and Cotton Candy | Official 2026 Pride code; no expiration date announced |
Riot’s June 1 announcement links directly to the official web redemption page but does not state a deadline for the three Pride codes. Because Riot does not provide a public live-status list, the message returned by the official redemption page is the final result for each account.
Is CC-VAL26-ALPHA-OMEGA Still Active?
CC-VAL26-ALPHA-OMEGA circulated publicly in February 2026 for the For Retribution player card. Riot did not publish a searchable announcement or public expiration date for the code, and recent player reports now conflict: some older reports describe successful redemptions, while newer reports say it has expired or returns an error.
Because its current status cannot be confirmed reliably, this guide no longer lists it as an active code. Players can still test it on Riot’s official redemption page, but it should not be presented as a confirmed September 2026 code.
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.
Riot’s official news feed currently highlights Champions Shanghai, which runs from September 24 to October 18, 2026. Group Stage Pick’Ems are open until approximately September 24 at 2:10 AM PT and offer account-linked rewards including the “Calculated” title and Stone of Heaven gun buddies. Champions broadcasts will also offer exclusive Drops. Pick’Ems rewards and viewing Drops are not public redeem codes.
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 September 2026?
The best-supported public codes are CC-VAL26-HOLDN-SPACE, CC-VAL26-ALLUV-SPRAY, and CC-VAL26-PLAYR-CARDS. Riot published all three for Pride Month 2026 and did not announce an expiration date. Their current acceptance must still be confirmed on Riot’s official redemption page. CC-VAL26-ALPHA-OMEGA is no longer included in the active list because its recent status is disputed.
What Is the Newest VALORANT Code?
The newest universal public codes remain the three Pride Month 2026 codes released on June 1. No newer universal public code was found in Riot’s official news feed through September 21, 2026.
Is CC-VAL26-ALPHA-OMEGA Still Active?
Its current status is unconfirmed. Riot did not publish a searchable expiration notice, but recent player reports include expired-code and redemption-error results. It has therefore been removed from the active table; Riot’s official redemption page is the only reliable way to test it for your account.
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. Riot’s official Pride instructions direct players to the code redemption page and provide the exact code strings, so changing the format is not recommended.
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 . No newer universal public code was found in Riot’s official news feed after the June Pride release. Riot is currently promoting Champions Shanghai, Pick’Ems rewards, viewing Drops, merchandise, and the September game update, but none of these announcements includes a new universal public redeem code.
