What to Prepare Before Opening a Binance Account with the iPhone App?
To open aBinanceaccount using the iPhone app, you need three key items: a usable overseas Apple ID (the international version of Binance is not available in the mainland China App Store), an identity document (for KYC verification), and an email or phone number that can receive verification codes. Your network environment also matters; IP addresses from the US or Singapore may affect registration and verification.
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1. The Most Critical Preparation: Get an Overseas Apple ID
The Binance app cannot be found in the mainland China App Store, which is the biggest hurdle. You need to log in to the App Store with anon-mainland China, non-US Apple IDto download it.
Three methods:
Register one yourself: When creating an Apple ID, selectHong Kong or Taiwanas the region, choose "None" for payment method, and no credit card or PayPal is required.
Change region directly: On your iPhone, go to [Settings] → [Apple ID] → [Country/Region] and temporarily change it toHong Kong or Taiwan. After the change, you can search for Binance in the App Store. You can switch back after downloading.
Obtain from a third party: If you prefer not to handle it yourself, you can buy a ready-made overseas Apple ID from an e-commerce platform, but choose a reliable source.
Note: Donotuse aUS Apple ID, as the US App Store offersBinance.US, which has limited features and different rules.
2. Prepare the Information Needed for Registration
Once you have the overseas Apple ID, prepare the following items in advance to make the registration process smoother:
| Item | Details | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Gmail or Outlook preferred; a +86 phone number is also acceptable | Email is more stable than a phone number for receiving verification codes | |
| Identity Document | National ID card or passport | Required for KYC verification: upload front and back, and complete facial recognition |
| iPhone with Camera | For facial recognition | The one you are using works |
| Network Environment | Avoid US or Singapore IP nodes | Choose Hong Kong or Taiwan nodes for stability |
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3. Download and Registration Process (A Few Steps)
Download: After logging in with your overseas Apple ID, search for "Binance" in the App Store. Ensure the developer is "Binance," then download and install.
Register: Open the app, tap [Register], enter your email (recommended) or +86 phone number, and set a password that is at least 8 characters long, including uppercase and lowercase letters and numbers. If you have an invitation code, you can enter it; otherwise, leave it blank—it does not affect registration.
Complete KYC: After registration, the system will guide you through identity verification—select "China" as the region, upload the front and back of your ID card, and complete facial recognition. Review usually takes a few minutes to half an hour. You can deposit funds and trade only after verification is approved.
Enable Security Settings: After KYC approval,immediately bind Google Authenticator or Binance Authenticatorand enable two-factor authentication (2FA). This step is more important than setting a password.
What is the relationship between the region selected during registration and the KYC verification?Selecting "China" during registration is standard. For KYC verification, also select "China" as your country of residence, and ensure your ID information matches the region. If you select another region during registration, it may cause issues during verification.
Does Binance support mainland China phone numbers (+86) for registration?Yes. However,receiving verification codes may be slower than with email, or they may be intercepted. If you do not receive them, switching to email registration is a more hassle-free option.
Is there any risk in using a VPN for registration?This is a common practice for mainland users, but it is important toavoid US IP addresses, as they may cause registration failure or KYC rejection. It is recommended to use Hong Kong or Taiwan nodes.
