If you want to download the Binance APP on an Apple phone, you must use a non-mainland China Apple ID—because the mainland China App Store removed all cryptocurrency exchange APPs in 2021. The simplest method is to register a free US or Hong Kong Apple ID, log into the App Store, and search for "Binance" to download. You can first check the latest download entry via the Binance Official Website, or scan the code to get the Binance Official App. For detailed step-by-step graphical instructions, please see the iOS Installation Tutorial.
Comparison of Three Ways to Download Binance APP on iPhone
| Method | Difficulty | Stability | Cost | Recommendation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overseas Apple ID + App Store | Medium | High | Free | Highly Recommended |
| TestFlight Beta | Low | Medium | Free (Limited slots) | Backup Plan |
| Enterprise Certificate Signed | Low | Low | May cost | Not Recommended |
Preferred Solution: Register an overseas Apple ID. Set it up once and use it for life. Version updates also go through the official App Store channel, which is the safest.
Step 1: Register an Overseas Apple ID
Which Region to Choose
US (US) or Hong Kong (HK) are recommended:
- US Region: Supports the most apps, downside is you cannot use a mainland Chinese phone number for verification.
- HK Region: Traditional Chinese interface is more friendly, supports HK/Macau/Mainland phone verification.
- Japan Region: App Store is fast, but some APPs have feature restrictions due to JFSA regulations.
- Singapore: Crypto APPs are available, but requires a Singapore address for verification.
The easiest is the HK region. The steps below use the HK region as an example.
Action Steps
- Open a computer browser to https://appleid.apple.com
- Click "Create Your Apple ID"
- Fill in the information:
- Country/Region: Select Hong Kong
- First, Last Name: You can use Pinyin pseudonyms
- Date of Birth: Must be over 18 years old
- Email: Use an email never registered with Apple before (Gmail/Outlook recommended)
- Password: 8+ characters, uppercase+lowercase+numbers+symbols
- Security Questions: Select 3 and record the answers
- Phone Number: Enter a Mainland China number +86 or Hong Kong number +852
- Enter the email and SMS verification codes.
- Account creation successful.
Important Notes
- Do not bind any payment method (No credit cards or PayPal).
- Do not upload a personal photo.
- After creation, sign out first, then log in again in the iPhone's App Store.
Step 2: Switch to the New Apple ID on iPhone
Crucial Principle
Only sign out of the Apple ID for the App Store, do NOT sign out of iCloud. Otherwise, your photos, contacts, and notes will be cleared, which has serious consequences.
Action Steps
- Open the iPhone "Settings".
- Click your Profile Picture at the top to enter the Apple ID page.
- Scroll down and find "Media & Purchases" (older systems call it "iTunes & App Store").
- Clicking it will show your current Apple ID (China region account).
- Tap "Sign Out".
- Then tap "Sign In".
- Enter the newly registered HK region Apple ID and password.
- It might prompt "Review Account"—select "Review".
- First-time login requires agreeing to Apple's Terms of Service.
- On the Payment Method page, select "None".
- Billing Address: Fill in any HK address (you can use a real hotel address found online).
After completing this, the App Store will switch to the HK region, and the page will turn into Traditional Chinese.
Step 3: Download Binance APP
Search for Binance
- Open the iPhone's App Store.
- Tap the "Search" tab at the bottom.
- Enter "Binance".
- The first result is the official APP:
- App Name: Binance: BTC, Crypto and NFTS
- Developer: Binance Inc.
- Rating: 4.7 (2 million+ reviews)
- Tap "Get".
- Confirm with Face ID or passcode.
- Start downloading.
File Size
About 250-300 MB, taking about 1-2 minutes to download over Wi-Fi. Do not download over cellular data, it will consume a lot of data.
After Installation is Complete
The APP icon will appear on the home screen. Upon first opening:
- Select Language: Simplified Chinese / Traditional Chinese / English, etc.
- Agree to Terms of Service.
- Log in with phone number or email. If you don't have an account yet, tap "Register".
Step 4: Complete Initial Setup
Do These Things Immediately After Logging In
- Enable Google Authenticator 2FA.
- Set an Anti-Phishing Code (to prevent fake Binance emails).
- Enable Biometric Login (Face ID / Touch ID).
- Complete KYC Real-Name Authentication (otherwise you cannot deposit/withdraw fiat).
- Set up a withdrawal address whitelist.
Allow Notifications
It is recommended to allow push notifications from Binance—price alerts, order executions, and abnormal logins all need to be reminded via notifications. Go to "Settings → Notifications → Binance" to turn it on.
Why an Overseas Apple ID is Needed
It's not that Binance doesn't support Apple phones, but that the Mainland China App Store, due to regulatory requirements, removed all cryptocurrency-related APPs (including OKX, Bybit, etc.). Overseas App Stores still list these applications normally. Your iPhone hardware itself is fully compatible, you just need an overseas account to access the overseas App Store directory.
Can Commonly Used APPs Still Be Used After Changing Apple ID?
Already downloaded China region APPs are unaffected and run as usual. The only restrictions are:
- Updating China region APPs requires switching back to the China region Apple ID to download new versions.
- New China region APPs cannot be installed (e.g., downloading WeChat or Meituan for the first time).
- Apple paid services (iCloud storage, Apple Music) still use the originally bound China region account.
Changing regions only affects App Store downloads, not the use of already installed APPs.
Can iPad Users Use the Same Method?
Absolutely, the steps are exactly the same. The Binance APP on iPad is a compatible version (scaled-up iPhone version), not a native iPad design. The interface is still primarily portrait, but spot and futures trading features are fully usable.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Can I log into multiple devices with the same HK Apple ID?
A: Yes. The same Apple ID can be logged into up to 10 devices simultaneously, 5 of which can be iPhones/iPads. Your family can also use this HK Apple ID to download Binance, but sharing accounts is not recommended.
Q2: Do I need a VPN to download Binance?
A: The download process itself does not. As long as the Apple ID is in the HK region, you can download it using domestic networks. However, logging in and using it requires a stable network environment. Some ISPs may throttle or block binance.com; please use it compliantly according to local laws.
Q3: What if I can't find Binance in the App Store search?
A: There are three possibilities: 1. Apple ID has not been switched to an overseas region (go back and check); 2. App Store cache hasn't refreshed, force quit the App Store and reopen it; 3. The current region does not support Binance (e.g., US or Canada regions removed it due to compliance), switching to a HK or Japan region resolves this.
Q4: What is the minimum iOS version required to install Binance?
A: Currently, the Binance iOS APP requires iOS 14.0 and above. All models after iPhone 6s can install it. Older models like iPhone 6 (non-Plus) and iPhone 5s cannot install the latest version because their system versions are too low.
Q5: What if the Binance APP says "This App is currently not available in your country or region"?
A: This means the Apple ID you are currently logged into is in a region that does not allow downloading Binance. The most common is the US region (since Binance.US split from the main site, the US region lacks the main Binance app). Switching to a HK or Japan Apple ID solves this.