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Registering for Binance: What is the Very First Step?

FoxPress Editorial · 2026-04-21 · 12 min read

Getting started with Binance begins with visiting the Binance Official Website or downloading the Binance Official App. iPhone users should refer to the Binance App Download Guide to get the app installed correctly first. For those who have never touched crypto before, here is your definitive first step toward registration.

What to Prepare Before You Start

Item	Details
Email	A frequently used email address (Gmail or Outlook is recommended).
Phone Number	Your regular mobile number.
Government ID	Needed for the subsequent KYC process; have it ready.
Pen and Paper	To write down your 2FA recovery keys.
30 Quiet Minutes	To complete the setup without interruptions.

Avoid registering in public places like subways or coffee shops. A quiet, private environment is essential for security.

Step 1: Access via the Official Site or App

Once you open binance.com or the app, look for the "Register" button.

Web Version: "Register" button in the top right corner.
App: "Sign Up" on the home screen or "Create Account" upon launch.

Click to proceed.

Step 2: Choose Your Registration Method

Binance offers four ways to sign up:

Method	Speed	Recommendation
Email	Medium	★★★★★
Phone Number	Fast	★★★★
Google Account	Very Fast	★★★
Apple ID	Very Fast	★★★

We strongly recommend Email for beginners. Here’s why:

Email addresses are more stable than phone numbers (which you might change).
Google/Apple logins seem fast but introduce third-party dependency risks.
Password recovery via email is generally more reliable long-term.

Select Email to continue.

Step 3: Enter Your Email and Password

Input your email address and create a password.

Password Requirements

Binance requires your password to have:

At least 8 characters.
At least one uppercase letter.
At least one number.
Special characters are highly recommended for extra security.

Pro-tip: Use a password manager like 1Password or Bitwarden to generate a 16-character random password.

NEVER use:

Simple sequences (e.g., 12345678).
Your birthday or name.
Passwords you use for other websites.

Referral ID (Optional)

If a friend gave you a referral (ref) code, enter it here. This can grant you trading fee rebates (leaving it blank won't affect your registration).

Step 4: Email Verification

After submitting your details, Binance will send a verification email.

Open your inbox.
Find the email from Binance (Subject: "Verify your email").
Copy the 6-digit verification code.
Return to the Binance page and enter the code.

Security Tip: Copy the code instead of clicking links. Phishers often spoof verification emails; copying the digits is much safer than clicking an unknown URL.

Step 5: Phone Verification (Optional/Secondary)

In some cases, or for extra security, Binance will ask you to bind a phone number:

Enter your mobile number and country code.
Receive the SMS verification code.
Enter the code to link your phone.

Note: Use your actual mobile number, not a temporary or virtual one, as those are often flagged by security systems.

Step 6: Account Initialization

Once verified, you will be taken to your account dashboard. Your account is now created.

However, your account is not yet fully functional. You must immediately proceed with:

Enabling 2FA (Two-Factor Authentication).
Completing KYC (Identity Verification).
Setting an Anti-Phishing Code.

Estimated Time Required

Step	Time
Email Signup	3 Minutes
Email Verification	1 Minute
Phone Verification	2 Minutes
2FA Setup	5 Minutes
KYC (Basic)	10-30 Minutes (1-3 days for review)

The total initial setup takes about one to two hours (including KYC prep). Don’t rush; take your time to ensure everything is correct.

Common Registration Mistakes

1. Typos in Email

Simple but frequent. Type your email in a notepad first, double-check it, then copy and paste.

2. Verification Code Timeout

The code is valid for 10 minutes. If you miss the window, click "Resend Code."

3. Triggering Security Flags

Repeatedly trying to sign up in a short window may trigger a temporary lock. If this happens, wait 24 hours before trying again.

4. Phone Already Registered

If you get a "phone number already exists" error, you likely registered an account in the past. Use the recovery feature instead of trying to create a new one.

The Downside of Third-Party Logins

If you chose Google or Apple for registration:

Your Binance account is now tethered to that third party.
If you lose that account, you lose Binance access.
Changing back to a traditional email login requires an unlinking process.

Stick with Email for your first account until you are more familiar with the platform.

Signs of a Successful Registration

The home screen displays "Welcome" or a similar greeting.
Your email prefix appears at the top.
The "Security" section shows "Email Verified."
Your Assets page shows a 0 balance.

You are officially in! Do not deposit funds yet until you have completed your security settings.

FAQ

Q: Does registration cost money?
A: It is completely free. Anyone asking for a "registration fee" is a scammer.

Q: Can I use one phone number for multiple accounts?
A: No, only one account per number.

Q: Is there an age limit?
A: Yes, you must be 18 or older. KYC will verify your date of birth from your ID.

Q: Can I use Binance without KYC?
A: Without KYC, deposits, withdrawals, and P2P trading are restricted. KYC is mandatory for full access.