What Should You Prepare Before Opening an OKX Account on Desktop?
To open an OKX account on your computer, you need a valid mobile phone number, email address, identity document, and a stable internet connection. The core process: register first, then complete identity verification (KYC); unverified accounts have limited functionality.
Prerequisite: Confirm You Are Registering via Desktop
You've chosen to register on the desktop (web), which differs slightly from the mobile app in the registration entry point, but the core process is the same: you must bind both a mobile number and email address.
Key Reminder: Please manually type the official OKX website www.okx.com in your browser's address bar. Avoid entering through search engine ads or unknown links to prevent phishing sites.
Step 1: Prepare Required Materials for Registration
What to do: Have all necessary information ready before starting, so the registration isn't interrupted.
How to do it:
| Required Material | Specific Requirements |
|---|---|
| Mobile phone number | A number under your name that can receive international SMS verification codes. |
| A frequently used email (QQ, 163, Outlook, etc.) that can receive emails normally. | |
| Identity document | Government-issued valid ID, passport, or driver's license for subsequent KYC verification. |
| Network environment | Stable internet connection to ensure normal access to the OKX website. |
Completion criteria: All four items are at hand, and both your phone and email can receive verification codes normally.
⚠️ Regional Restrictions: US residents cannot use OKX International services. Some countries/regions may be restricted. Check whether your region is within the service scope before registration.
Step 2: Visit Official Website and Start Registration
What to do: Open your browser, go to the OKX official website, and enter the registration process.
How to do it:
Type www.okx.com in the address bar, press Enter.
Click [Register/Login] → [Sign Up Now] at the top right corner.
Select your [Country/Region of Residence], read and agree to the Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
Completion criteria: The page redirects to the registration information form.
Step 3: Fill in Registration Details and Complete Two-Factor Verification
What to do: Follow the on-screen instructions to enter your email, phone number, and password, and complete dual verification.
How to do it:
Enter email: Provide your email address, click [Register].
Email verification: Log in to your email, find the 6-digit verification code from OKX, and enter it.
Add phone number: Enter your mobile number, select the correct country code (e.g., +86 for China), click [Verify Now].
Phone verification: Enter the SMS code to complete phone binding.
Set password: Create a login password with a mix of uppercase, lowercase, numbers, and special characters, at least 8 characters long.
Completion criteria: The page shows successful registration, and the account has been created.
⚠️ Referral Code: There is an optional 'Referral Code' field on the registration page. If you wish to fill it in, the OKX recommended code is 24U2795. Leaving it blank does not affect registration.
Step 4: Complete Identity Verification (KYC) – Key Step
What to do: After registration, you must complete identity verification to unlock core functions such as trading, deposits, and withdrawals.
How to do it:
After logging in, go to [Profile] → [Identity Verification].
Select [Personal Account], click [Continue].
Upload as instructed:
Identity document: Clear photo of passport, ID card, or driver's license.
Selfie: Complete the liveness detection as required.
Personal information: Name, date of birth, address, etc.
Submit and wait for review, which usually takes from a few minutes to 24 hours.
Completion criteria: The page displays "Verified" or "Approved", and account privileges are unlocked.
⚠️ Age Requirement: Registered users must be at least 18 years old. There is no upper age limit.
Step 5: Recommended Security Setup
What to do: While or after completing KYC, configure security measures to protect your account.
How to do it:
Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA): Bind Google Authenticator in [Security Settings]; this is more secure than SMS verification.
Set up Anti-Phishing Code: Customize a string, and OKX official emails will include this code to help you identify phishing emails.
Backup Recovery Key: The recovery key generated when binding 2FA; store it offline in a safe place.
Completion criteria: 2FA is bound, anti-phishing code is set, and recovery key is backed up.
Common Reasons for Failure
Not receiving verification code: Check if your mobile number has international SMS enabled, or look in your email spam folder.
KYC review rejected: Uploaded ID photo is blurry, the information does not match, or the document has expired.
Network access issues: The website is slow or unreachable; try switching networks or browsers.
Information already in use: If you see "mobile/email already registered," check whether you previously registered. If not, contact customer support.
Risk Warning
Always register from the official website www.okx.com, and beware of fake websites and phishing links.
Never share your password, verification codes, private key, or seed phrase with anyone. OKX official staff will never ask for these.
Digital asset trading carries high risk. Please operate cautiously based on your own risk tolerance.
How to Confirm You Have Completed Registration Correctly
After logging into your OKX account, go to [Profile] and check:
Account status shows "Logged In"
Identity verification status shows "Verified" or "Approved"
If both are normal, your desktop account setup is complete. You can then deposit or trade—but it's advisable to familiarize yourself with the platform interface and basic functions before committing funds.
