For Android users who want to install the Binance APP directly, the fastest way is to download the official APK installation package. The only legitimate source for the genuine APK is the download page of the Binance official website (download.binance.com or the "Download" entry in the main site's menu). Any third-party download site carries the risk of being tampered with. By entering the Binance official website, you can see the download button. Scanning the QR code can also directly acquire the Binance official APP. Apple users, please check the iOS Installation Guide.
The Only Sources for Official APK Downloads
Binance provides the official APK in only two places:
- The "Download" page on the main site binance.com — Menu → Download → Android.
- The official short link download.binance.com — Automatically redirects to the latest version.
The APP file size is around 80-120 MB, and the version number format is X.XX.X (e.g., 2.92.4).
Warning: Do not download the APK from the following channels:
- Third-party download sites (e.g., apkmirror, pgyer, cn-down.com, etc.).
- "Proxy download" services on Taobao, Xianyu, etc.
- APKs shared in Telegram or WeChat groups.
- Shared links from Baidu Netdisk or Quark Netdisk.
- Any short link redirects (bit.ly, t.cn, etc.).
Over 30% of APKs in these channels have backdoors injected. Once installed, they will quietly scan your phone wallet, keyboard inputs, and SMS verification codes, presenting an extremely high risk of asset loss.
Step 1: Open the Binance Official Website with a Secure Browser
Recommended Browsers
- Chrome (Preferred)
- Firefox
- Edge
- Samsung Internet
- Huawei Browser
Browsers Not Recommended
- WeChat Built-in Browser — Intercepts all APK downloads.
- QQ Browser — Injects advertisements.
- UC Browser — Has a history of injecting malicious scripts.
Enter the Correct Website
Only enter binance.com (do not add www, just enter the main domain). Be wary of lookalike domains:
- binance-cn.com (Fake)
- binance.net (Fake)
- binnance.com (Fake)
- binance.cc (Fake)
Binance's only official main domain is binance.com. If you see any other domain, it is a phishing site.
Step 2: Find the Download Entry
Method A: Main Menu
- Open binance.com.
- Click the three horizontal lines menu in the top right corner.
- Scroll down to "Download".
- Enter the download page.
Method B: Directly Visit the Download Page
Enter https://www.binance.com/en/download in the address bar to visit directly. This is the public download address in Binance's official documentation.
Method C: Scan to Download
There is a QR code on the download page. Scanning it with any APP will redirect to the same download link. The content of this QR code is the short link to binance.com/en/download.
Step 3: Choose the Correct Version
You will see several options on the download page
- iOS Version (Redirects to App Store)
- Android APK (Directly downloads the .apk file)
- Windows Version (.exe installer)
- macOS Version (.dmg disk image)
- Linux Version (.deb or .tar.gz)
- API Client (For developers)
Select "Android APK Download" or "Download for Android".
Click the Download Button
The browser will start downloading the .apk file. The filename is usually binance-2.92.4.apk or a similar format.
Download Speed
On a stable Wi-Fi, it takes about 30 seconds to 2 minutes. If the download interrupts or is unusually slow, your network might be throttled by your carrier — please switch to another network environment and try again (4G/5G, or a different Wi-Fi).
Step 4: Verify Authenticity After Downloading
Method 1: Compare File Size
The genuine APK size is consistently between 80-120 MB. If the file you downloaded is only 10-30 MB, it is almost certainly a packed trojan or a downloader (not the real client).
Method 2: Check the Signature Certificate
Use your phone's file manager to check the APK's signature information:
- Package Name: com.binance.dev
- Signature Certificate SHA-256: (Fixed for each version, published on Binance's official website)
- Developer: Binance Holdings Ltd.
On a computer, you can use the command apksigner verify -v --print-certs binance.apk to check.
Method 3: MD5 Checksum
The lower section of the Binance download page will mark the MD5 and SHA-256 hashes of the current version. After downloading:
- Windows:
certutil -hashfile binance.apk MD5 - macOS/Linux:
md5 binance.apk - Mobile: You can use tools like "Hash Droid" to calculate.
Only install if the hash values match. If they don't, delete it immediately and redownload.
Step 5: Install the APK
Enable Unknown Sources Permission
When installing an APK for the first time, the system will prompt "For security, your phone is not allowed to install unknown apps from this source." Click "Settings" and turn on "Allow from this source".
Paths for various phone brands:
- Huawei: Settings → Security → More Security Settings → Install apps from external sources
- Xiaomi: Settings → Privacy Protection → Special Permissions → Install unknown apps
- OPPO: Settings → Password & Security → System Security → Installation sources
- vivo: Settings → Apps & Notifications → Special App Access → Install unknown apps
- Samsung: Settings → Biometrics and Security → Install unknown apps
- OnePlus: Settings → Apps → Special App Access → Install unknown apps
Start Installation
Return to the file manager, click the APK file again, and then click "Install". The installation completes in about 20-30 seconds.
First Launch
Click "Open" or find the Binance icon on the home screen and tap it. Upon first launch, it will request several permissions:
- Camera Permission (Used for facial recognition KYC)
- Storage Permission (Used to save transaction history screenshots)
- Notification Permission (Price alerts)
These can be granted as needed. Remember: Binance will NOT request "Read SMS" or "Contacts" permissions — if those pop up, the APK you downloaded is fake.
How to Update to the Latest Version After Installation
Method A: Check for Updates In-App
Open the Binance APP → "Account" → Scroll to the bottom → "Check for Updates". If there's a new version, a prompt will pop up; clicking "Update Now" will download the new APK from official servers.
Method B: Redownload from the Official Website
Open binance.com/download every 2-4 weeks to check the version number. Compare it with your current version; if the website has updated, just download the new APK and install it over the old one, your data will not be lost.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Can I download the Binance APP from built-in app stores (Huawei, Xiaomi, OPPO App Stores)?
A: No. App stores in mainland China have completely removed the Binance APP (due to regulatory policies). If you search for "Binance" in Huawei, Xiaomi, OPPO, or vivo app stores and find a result, it is 100% fake — please report it immediately and absolutely do not install it.
Q2: What if the Binance official website prompts "Unable to access in this region"?
A: This is usually the result of IP geographic location identification. Users in compliant regions can try clearing their browser cache or trying a different browser. Users in restricted regions need to confirm the compliance status of cryptocurrencies according to local laws.
Q3: Can an interrupted APK download be resumed?
A: It depends on the browser. Chrome and Edge support resuming downloads; clicking download again will continue. If it has been interrupted for a long time (over 24 hours), it is recommended to delete the partially downloaded file and redownload from scratch to avoid file corruption.
Q4: What if it says "There was a problem parsing the package" during APK installation?
A: The three most common reasons: 1. APK file corrupted (download interrupted), redownload; 2. Phone OS version too low (Below Android 6.0), upgrade your system; 3. APK does not match CPU architecture (e.g., arm64 vs arm32), redownload the universal version from the official website.