Should Australian Users Choose Phone Number or Email to Register on Binance？
For Australian users, registering with an email address is the preferred recommendation, combined with a phone number for two-factor authentication. Australian phone numbers (+61) can be used during sign-up, but email is more reliable than a phone number when it comes to account recovery, KYC communications, and long-term security. The two methods are not mutually exclusive; we recommend binding both after registration.
The world's largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume,leading in security and liquidity.
New user benefit: Enjoy 20% off trading fees upon registration!
1. Core Differences Between the Two Registration Methods
Compare email registration and phone number registration in terms of security, usability, and real-world suitability to determine the best starting option. Details are as follows:
| Comparison Dimension | Email Registration | Phone Number Registration |
|---|---|---|
| Account Recovery Ability | Strong — can reset password independently, unaffected by carrier changes | Weak — requires additional appeal process after changing numbers |
| Stability of Verification Code Reception | Depends on email provider (Gmail/Protonmail recommended) | Depends on mobile carrier (roaming, overdue payments, changing numbers will affect) |
| KYC Communications | Official notification emails are archived long-term for easy reference | SMS notifications are time-sensitive and cannot be retrieved later |
| Account Isolation | Can be set up as a Binance-dedicated address, separated from other platforms | Phone numbers are typically linked to many platforms, higher risk of exposure |
The industry widely recommends setting up a dedicated email for exchange accounts, not shared with everyday or social media accounts, to reduce credential-stuffing risks. The comparison clearly shows the advantage of email in account security and recovery, so prioritize email registration.
2. Registering a Binance Account with Email
Use a dedicated email to complete your Binance registration. Steps are as follows:
-
Prepare a dedicated email address that is not used on other platforms or linked to social media accounts (Gmail or Protonmail recommended).
-
Visit the Binance official website binance.com or the official app, and click "Sign Up".
-
Select "Sign up with email" and enter your email address.
-
Check your email for the 6-digit verification code; enter and submit it within 30 minutes.
-
Set a strong password (at least 8 characters, including 1 uppercase letter and 1 number).
-
After submission, the account is created and the system will redirect to the identity verification page.
Completion standard: account created, KYC verification page reached. Prerequisite: the email can receive messages normally and has its own two-step verification enabled.
Common failure reasons:
-
Using an email like QQ mail that is classified as high risk or shared across many platforms; switch to Gmail instead.
-
Verification code input timed out (valid for 30 minutes); request a new one.
If you register via a referral link, the referral code will be automatically filled in, and a green checkmark next to it indicates it is bound.
3. (Optional) Registering with an Australian Phone Number
If you prefer phone number registration, Binance supports Australian numbers (+61). Steps are as follows:
-
On the registration page, select "Sign up with phone number".
-
Enter the country code +61, then your Australian mobile number.
-
Wait to receive a 6-digit SMS verification code, enter it to complete verification.
-
Subsequent steps are the same as email registration.
Completion standard: account created, KYC verification page reached. Prerequisite: your Australian mobile number can receive SMS verification codes.
Phone number registration suits scenarios where you need quick access to basic features, but account recovery is weaker than email.
4. Binding Dual Verification to Enhance Account Security
After registration, bind the other verification method to the same account to achieve email + phone number dual verification and increase your security level. Steps are as follows:
-
Log in to your Binance account and go to the "Security" center.
-
If you registered with email, click "Phone Number Binding", enter your Australian phone number and complete verification.
-
Enable Google Authenticator or Binance Authenticator as the second form of verification.
-
It is recommended to enable withdrawal address whitelisting and device management.
Completion standard: the account has both email and phone number bound, plus a 2FA authenticator. Prerequisite: Australian phone number is operational.
Common failure reasons: unable to receive verification code during binding; confirm the number supports international SMS and that the number is entered in full (including +61 country code).
Related risk warnings:
-
Do not bind the same phone number to multiple high-risk platforms (such as social media) to reduce information leakage risks.
-
Do not use a public email or a phone number previously used on SMS verification platforms to register for Binance.
The world's largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume,leading in security and liquidity.
New user benefit: Enjoy 20% off trading fees upon registration!
5. Special Compliance Requirements for Australian Users
Be aware of additional identity information Australian users must provide when making transfers, and prepare in advance. From 1 July 2026, Binance Australia will require the full name, country of residence, and city of both sender and receiver for every crypto deposit and withdrawal to comply with FATF Travel Rule regulations. Specific rules are as follows:
-
When withdrawing, you must provide the recipient's full name, country of residence, and city.
-
After a deposit is credited, you must provide the sender's full name, country of residence, and city.
-
When transferring to your own other wallets, you only need to provide the counterparty exchange name to simplify the process.
This policy applies to all transaction amounts, with no minimum threshold exemption.
Related risk warnings:
-
If complete information is not provided, transactions may be delayed, rejected, or returned.
-
From 1 July 2026, all accounts must log in again to continue being usable.
Next steps: Log in to the Binance app or website now, and we recommend completing registration with a dedicated email. Immediately after registration, go to the "Security" center to bind your Australian phone number (+61) and Google Authenticator. If you need to make transfers, prepare the sender's and receiver's full names, country of residence, and city information in advance to ensure compliance with Australian regulations.
