What info do I need to fill in on Binance App as a new user?

TL;DR: Identify the Official Site → Pick the Right Version → Lock Down Security After Install

Downloading the Binance App for the first time isn't just a tap. The correct order is: first confirm it's the real official site, then pick the right version for your phone OS, and right after install, do the security setup. Skipping any step creates risk — get it wrong upfront and you install a fake App; get it wrong at the end and your account isn't secure. Save the three official entry points before starting: Binance Official Site Binance Official App iOS Install Guide.

This article walks step-by-step from zero to a working install, in the order easiest for beginners to follow, plus the 5 must-do security settings after install. Finish reading and you can operate independently.

Step 1: Confirm the Official Site

Type the URL Manually, Don't Search

Open your browser and type binance.com in the address bar (not the search box). Hit Enter. Don't search "Binance" on Baidu or Google and then click a result — top search results can be paid ads or phishing sites.

Check the HTTPS Lock

Once the page loads, look for a lock icon on the left of the address bar. The lock means the HTTPS certificate is valid. No lock, or a red cross? Close immediately.

Look for the "Download App" Button

The real official site has a clear "Download App" entry in the top-right (desktop) or top (mobile). Click it and you'll see a QR code download page — it won't make you click an unfamiliar link directly.

Step 2: Pick the Right Version for Your OS

iPhone Users

iPhones can only install via App Store — unlike Android, you can't directly install a package. Steps:

1. Verify your Apple ID isn't mainland China. If it is, either switch to an overseas region (HK, JP, US, SG are all fine), or register a new overseas Apple ID.
2. Open App Store, search "Binance."
3. Verify the developer is "Binance" (not Binance.US), icon is a yellow diamond.
4. Tap "Get" to download.

Binance App has long been delisted on mainland China App Store. Where most people get stuck in this process is registering and topping up an overseas Apple ID. Binance's official site has a detailed iOS install guide.

Android Users

Android users have two options:

• Option A: Google Play (if you can access Play Store): search "Binance" directly, verify the Binance official developer, tap Install.
• Option B: Official APK download: open app.binance.com in the phone browser, tap the "Android Download" button. Once the .apk file downloads, allow "Install from unknown sources" permission.

Chinese Android (Huawei, Xiaomi, OPPO, vivo, Honor) don't have Google services framework, so Option B is essentially required.

Step 3: Download and Install

iOS Install Process

After App Store downloads, install is automatic. A yellow diamond icon appears on the home screen. First launch requests notification and Face ID permissions. Allow both — they're important for daily use.

Android APK Install Process

Once the APK downloads, tap the file to open the install screen. If "Not allowed to install unknown apps" appears, follow the prompt into Settings and enable "Allow" for the current browser, then return and continue.

Install completes in 30–60 seconds, and a yellow icon appears on the home screen. Immediately disable the "Allow unknown sources" permission you enabled to prevent other apps from sneaking in.

Step 4: First Launch

Language and Region

On first launch, you'll pick a language. Chinese users pick "Simplified Chinese". Then pick region — international users pick "Global," not "United States" (that's the binance.us entry).

Register or Log In

The bottom of the interface has "Register" and "Log In." First-time use: choose "Register":

1. Fill in email or phone number.
2. Set a password — at least 8 characters, including uppercase, lowercase, number, and symbol.
3. Enter referral code (optional).
4. Tap "Register."
5. Open your email for the verification code, enter it to complete registration.

KYC Identity Verification

Right after registering, complete KYC immediately. Unverified accounts have many restrictions (low withdrawal limits, no Launchpad access, etc.). Steps:

1. In "Me," find "Identity Verification."
2. Upload front and back of passport or national ID.
3. Complete face recognition (record a short video).
4. Wait for review — usually 15–30 minutes.

Step 5: The 5 Must-Do Security Settings After Install

1. Enable Google Authenticator (2FA)

This is the most important step. Go to "Security → 2FA → Google Authenticator":

• Download Google Authenticator (available on App Store / Play Store)
• Scan the QR code Binance shows
• Write the Backup Key on paper and keep it safe — don't screenshot, don't save on phone
• Enter the 6-digit code from Google Authenticator to finalize binding

From then on, every login, withdrawal, and security setting change requires the 6-digit code.

2. Set Anti-Phishing Code

Go to "Security → Anti-Phishing Code" and set a code only you know (e.g., "Tiger42"). Every email Binance sends you will carry this code — any email without it is definitely fake.

3. Enable Biometric Login

In App "Security → Fingerprint / Face ID Login," enable it. After this, login uses fingerprint or face unlock instead of password. Safer and more convenient.

4. Set Withdrawal Whitelist

Go to "Security → Withdrawal Whitelist" and add your own wallet address. Once you enable "Only allow whitelisted addresses for withdrawal," even if the account is stolen, funds can't be withdrawn to an unknown address. Many beginners overlook this, but it's the last line of defense.

5. Record Account Recovery Info

Write down these items on paper and keep them somewhere safe (not in phone notes, not in cloud notes):

• Email address
• Google Authenticator Backup Key
• Anti-phishing code
• Referral code used at registration (if any)

If your phone is lost or stolen, these are the only credentials to recover the account.

Complete First-Time Timeline

About 1 hour total from zero to ready-to-trade. Don't rush — make each step solid.

Reminders Before Your First Trade

Start Small

Don't immediately trade a large amount. Try depositing $50–100 equivalent first and buy a little bit of blue-chip coins (BTC, ETH, BNB) to feel the flow. Losing a few dollars in fees and slippage beats diving in with hundreds of thousands and stepping on a landmine.

Understand Spot vs. Futures

New accounts default to spot. Futures need separate activation and carry very high risk. First-time Binance users: don't touch futures for at least a month or two — master spot first.

Understand Fees

Binance spot default Maker/Taker is 0.1%, and BNB deduction gets a 25% discount (0.075%). New accounts have BNB deduction on by default, but if you don't hold BNB, deduction can't happen.

Common Questions

Does an Overseas Apple ID Violate Apple's Terms

Technically, downloading apps under an overseas Apple ID complies with Apple's terms, but you can't top up with a mainland Chinese credit card, or the account may be locked. Use gift cards or overseas bank cards.

App Installed but Can't Log In

First confirm whether the account is registered on binance.com or binance.us. The international App can't log into binance.us accounts, and vice versa. Check password and whether the 2FA code has expired (6-digit code refreshes every 30 seconds).

Which Chain Should I Use for First Deposit

For major coins, use BTC on the BTC chain, ETH on ERC20, USDT on TRC20 (cheap fees). Before transferring, always confirm deposit chain matches withdrawal chain — wrong chain means lost coins.

Will Beginners Get Scammed

Binance itself is safe. Scams happen externally: "teachers" in Telegram groups, "insider info" from WeChat contacts, strangers asking you to send coins to an address to "double them." Ignore them all. Binance support never messages you privately.

Can I Use Someone Else's Account

Absolutely not. First, it violates Binance's user agreement — accounts are identity-verified; second, detection triggers risk control and assets may be frozen; third, taxes and legal liability are your problem. Register your own account in your own name.