How to Complete Security Initialization After Web-Based Account Registration?

After registering via the web version, the core of security initialization consists of two steps: identity verification (KYC) and two-factor authentication (2FA). Without these settings, your account cannot even deposit or withdraw funds. The operation path on the web version is essentially the same as on the app, and completing these two steps takes about 10 minutes.

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Step 1: Complete Identity Verification (KYC)

After registering your account, the first thing to do is not to buy coins, but to complete identity verification. Without passing verification, you cannot deposit funds or trade.

Web version operation path:

1. Log in to theBinanceofficial website and click the [Personal Center] icon in the upper right corner.
2. In the dropdown menu, find [Identity Verification] or [Verification] and click to enter.
3. In the "Country/Region of Residence" dropdown list, users from China should select [China].
4. Fill in basic personal information: name (must match your ID document), date of birth, etc.
5. Fill in your current residential address (the address proof document later must correspond to this address).
6. Upload photos of the front and back of your ID card (ensure they are clear, complete, and without glare).
7. Complete the facial recognition verification as required.

Review is usually completedwithin a few minutes to half an hour. If the submission fails, check whether the ID photos are clear or if the lighting during facial recognition is sufficient.

Step 2: Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)

After passing verification,you must immediately enable two-factor authentication. Passwords can be compromised through credential stuffing or phishing; 2FA is the most effective way to prevent account theft.

Binance supports multiple 2FA methods,with priority recommended for Google Authenticator or the Binance Authenticator, which are more secure than SMS verification (SMS can be hijacked via SIM swapping) and have a low operational barrier.

Steps to bind the authenticator on the web version:

1. Download the App: Download Google Authenticator (or Binance Authenticator) on your phone.
2. Enter Binance Security Settings: Log in to Binance's web version, click [Personal Center] → [Account] → [Security].
3. Find Authenticator App: In the "Two-Factor Authentication" area, locate [Authenticator App] and click [Enable].
4. Scan to Bind: Use the authenticator app to scan the QR code displayed on the webpage. If scanning fails, you can click to copy the 16-digit key and manually paste it into the authenticator app.
5. Save Backup Keys: The system will display a set of backup keys.Be sure to take a screenshot or write them down and store them in a safe place. If you lose your phone, these keys will allow you to recover your 2FA.
6. Enter Verification Code to Confirm: Input the 6-digit dynamic code generated by the authenticator app into the webpage, then click confirm to complete the binding.

Step 3 (Highly Recommended): Set Up an Anti-Phishing Code

After binding 2FA, take the time to set up an "anti-phishing code." From then on, if you receive an email from Binance that does not contain the code you set, you can immediately identify it as a phishing email without opening it.

Setup path: [Security] Settings → Find [Anti-Phishing Code] → Enter a custom phrase (e.g., "MyCrypto2024") → Save

Step 4 (Optional): Withdrawal Protection

If you already have assets in your account, it is recommended to enable the "Withdrawal Protection" feature in the security settings. This function allows you to set a lock period of 1 to 7 days for withdrawals, during which on-chain withdrawals will be automatically blocked.

Web version setup path:

1. Go to [Personal Center] → [Account] → [Security]
2. Find [Advanced Security] → [Withdrawal Protection]
3. Set the lock period (1 to 7 days) and confirm

This feature gives you reaction time if your account is compromised, making it especially suitable for users with large holdings.

Common Failure Reasons

KYC Review Failure

• Photos are unclear, have glare, or corners are not fully captured.
• Insufficient lighting during facial recognition or wearing accessories that obscure the face.
• Submitted document information does not match the filled-in information.

2FA Binding Failure

• Phone system time is not synchronized, causing invalid verification codes. Check that your phone's time is set to "auto-sync."
• Backup keys were not saved, making recovery impossible after switching phones.Be sure to save them during binding.

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How to Confirm Completion

After completing the above settings, log out of your account and log in again. During login, the system will require you to enter the 2FA dynamic code. If you can access your account normally, your security initialization is fully complete.