Downloading the Binance APP on Android is straightforward -- just install the APK. But iPhones are trickier because the China App Store doesn't have Binance. The solution is to use an overseas Apple ID to download it. If you haven't registered on Binance yet, create an account first. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to install Binance on your iPhone.
Why Isn't It in the China App Store
The Binance APP is not listed on the China App Store due to domestic cryptocurrency regulations. But this doesn't prevent you from using it -- just switch to an overseas Apple ID and you can download and install it normally.
After installation, switch back to your China Apple ID. The installed APP won't disappear, and it won't affect future updates either.
Method 1: Register an Overseas Apple ID (Recommended)
This is the most reliable method, giving you a permanent account.
Step 1: Register a New Apple ID
- Open appleid.apple.com in your browser
- Click "Create Apple ID"
- Fill in your information -- use a new email, select US or Japan for country/region
- Select "None" for payment method
- Fill in any address (for the US, search for a tax-free state address like Oregon)
- Complete the registration
Step 2: Switch on Your iPhone
- Open "Settings" and tap your name at the top
- Tap "Media & Purchases" then "Sign Out"
- Tap "Media & Purchases" again then "Not [your name]?"
- Sign in with your new overseas Apple ID
Step 3: Download Binance
- Open the App Store
- Search for "Binance"
- Find the official app with the yellow icon and download it
- Installation complete
Step 4: Switch Back to China Region
- Go to "Settings" > your name > "Media & Purchases"
- Sign out of the overseas ID and sign back in with your original China Apple ID
- The Binance APP remains and works normally
Method 2: Buy an Overseas ID
If registering is too much hassle, you can buy a ready-made overseas Apple ID from online marketplaces for just a few yuan. After purchase, switch on your iPhone, download, and switch back.
Note: Don't sign in to iCloud with a purchased ID -- only use it in the App Store. Signing into iCloud could cause data sync issues on your phone.
Method 3: Install via TestFlight
Binance occasionally opens TestFlight beta installation spots. However, this method isn't very reliable since spots are limited, so it's not recommended as a primary approach.
Post-Installation Setup
After the APP is installed, open Binance:
- Log in to your account (if you don't have one, register first)
- Switch the language to Chinese in "Settings"
- Enable Face ID login -- more secure and convenient
- Enable two-factor authentication (2FA)
How to Handle Future Updates
When the Binance APP needs updating, you'll need to switch to the overseas Apple ID again. The process is the same as installation: switch to overseas ID, update APP, switch back to China ID.
If you find switching every time inconvenient, you can turn on automatic updates while signed in with the overseas ID.
FAQ
Will switching Apple IDs lose my phone data?
No. You're only switching the App Store login account, which is unrelated to your iCloud account. Your photos, contacts, WeChat data, and everything else remain unaffected.
What if it won't open after downloading?
Check if your iOS version is too old. The Binance APP requires iOS 13 or above. If the version is fine but it still won't open, try restarting your phone.
Is the US region or Japan region better?
Either works. The US region may get updates slightly faster, while the Japan region can sometimes be slightly delayed. It mainly depends on which one you chose during registration.
Safety Tips
- Only download from the official App Store channel; don't install unknown configuration profiles
- After downloading, verify that the developer shows as "Binance Inc."
- Don't install from random links found online; beware of phishing
- Make sure you download the latest official version