To check if your ban has expired, create a brand-new account (do

Occasionally, even display IDs are logged.

log into your banned main) and try to play the tutorial. If you can complete the tutorial and play two full matches without being auto-banned, the hardware lock is lifted. Official Appeal:

If you are tech-savvy, you can attempt to alter your hardware identifiers manually without using third-party software tools. This method requires a complete wipe of your computer. Step 1: Flash Your BIOS Vanguard heavily tracks your motherboard's BIOS UUID.

Use this tool to change the serial numbers of your drives (C:, D:, etc.).

The absolute best and safest free method to lift an HWID ban is to wait it out or appeal it directly through Riot Games. Understanding the 90-Day Delay

The most effective free "bypass" is simply waiting out the duration. Do not attempt to play Valorant on that specific hardware during this time, as any new accounts created will likely be banned immediately, potentially resetting your timer. Support Ticket: Once the time has passed, you should submit a support ticket

Go to Windows Device Manager, find your Network Adapter, go to Properties > Advanced, find "Network Address," and manually change the value to a random string of 12 hexadecimal characters.

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