Valorant: How to Whisper

Effective communication can determine the outcome of any Valorant match. While team chat and voice chat are the go-to methods for coordination, there’s another powerful tool that many players overlook: the whisper feature. This allows for private messaging between players, making it ideal for sharing strategies, giving feedback, or just talking discreetly with a friend.

In this guide, we’ll show you how to whisper in Valorant, both during matches and from the client. Whether you're sharing crucial information or simply chatting outside the spotlight, this is the cleanest way to keep conversations private.

How to Whisper in Valorant (In-Game Method)

Using whispers in Valorant during a match is simple once you know the shortcut. Here’s how:

1. Open the Chat Box: Press Enter to open the chat.
2. Enter Whisper Mode: Press CTRL + Enter to switch to whisper.
3. Type the Player’s Name: Enter the exact Riot ID (e.g., PlayerName#1234).
4. Send Your Message: Type your text and press Enter to send the whisper.

To return to the team or party chat, just press TAB to toggle back to the standard chat window.

How to Whisper from the Valorant Client (Outside a Match)

You can also whisper when you're not in a match, directly from the main menu:

1. Open Your Friends List: Click the Social tab.
2. Find the Player: Locate your friend from the list.
3. Right-Click Their Name: Select “Send Message.”
4. Start Chatting: Type and send your message in the popup window.

✅ Note: You can only whisper to players who are on your friends list. Make sure their Riot ID is correctly spelled, including the hashtag and numbers.

Rules for Whispering in Valorant

Using whispers gives players more flexibility in how they communicate, but it's still subject to Riot Games' Code of Conduct. The messaging system is monitored, and abuse of it can result in penalties or even account suspensions.

Avoid the following behaviors when using the Valorant whisper function:

• Harassment or Toxic Language: Do not insult, provoke, or harass others.
• Abuse Based on Performance: Avoid shaming players for their in-game actions.
• Discriminatory or Hate Speech: Never target someone's identity or background.
• Provoking Drama or Conflicts: Keep whispers strategic—not combative.
• Inappropriate Usernames: Even in private chats, offensive usernames can be flagged.

Riot’s detection systems can flag offensive messages even if they aren’t reported manually, so always keep your messages respectful and appropriate.

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