How to Create a Binance Account: Step-by-Step Guide

Last updated: 2026-10-10

Steps	7 in the app, 5 on the website
Cost	Free
What you need	An email address or phone number, and you must be at least 18
Next step	Identity verification (required before you can deposit or trade)

Before you start: 4 things to know

Age: You must be at least 18. In Bahrain and the UAE, local law sets the minimum at 21 for signing up to Binance's local platforms there.
Account type: You'll choose between a personal account and a business account. Choose carefully: Binance states clearly that the account type can't be changed after signup. If you're an individual, pick the personal account.
ID comes later: You don't need an ID card to create the account itself, but you'll need it right afterwards for verification. Have your national ID card or passport ready.
Your country: Binance isn't available in some countries. Check your country's page before you sign up.

Choose how you want to sign up

Method	Best for
Email	Most people: it's easy to recover, and every important notification goes there
Phone number	You'd rather get your codes by text message
Google or Apple	Speed: one tap with an account you already have
Telegram	You use Telegram a lot and want it linked to your account

How to create a Binance account on your phone (7 steps)

Download the official Binance app from Google Play or the App Store, and check that the developer is listed as Binance before you install it.

Step 1: Open the app and tap [Sign Up]

Open the app and tap Sign Up. The button is there in both Lite and Pro mode.

Step 2: Tap [Create Binance Account]

You'll see a choice screen. Tap Create Binance Account. (There's also a Create Entity Account option. Skip it if you're signing up as an individual.)

Step 3: Choose how to sign up

Pick email or phone number, or tap Continue with Google or Continue with Apple. If you go with Google or Apple, sign in to that account, accept the terms, tap Next, and skip straight to step 7.

Step 4: Enter your email or phone number and accept the terms

Type in your email address or phone number, tick the box to accept the Terms of Service and Privacy Policy, then tap Next.

Step 5: Enter the verification code within 30 minutes

You'll receive a 6-digit verification code by email or text. Enter it within 30 minutes, then tap Submit.

Step 6: Create a strong password

Your password needs at least 8 characters, including at least one uppercase letter and one number. Tap Next.

Step 7: Finish signing up

You'll see a "Welcome!" message with a green tick confirming your account has been created. Tap Next and the app takes you straight to identity verification.

Congratulations, your account is ready. Next up: verification.

Create your Binance account now →

How to sign up for Binance on a computer (5 steps)

Go to the official Binance website, enter your email or phone number on the home page, and click Sign Up.
Tick the box to accept the terms and Privacy Policy, then click Next.
Enter the 6-digit verification code within 30 minutes and click Submit.
Create your password (at least 8 characters, with an uppercase letter and a number) and click Next.
Click Next to finish signing up.

Signing up with Telegram

Tap Continue with Telegram, then Connect, and log in to Telegram.
Tap Confirm on the notification you get in Telegram.
Tap Create New Binance Account.
Enter your email or phone number, accept the terms, and tap Next.
Enter the code you were sent and tap Next. Your account is ready.

What can you do before you verify?

Very little. According to Binance, unverified accounts are restricted. Verification is what unlocks:

Deposits and withdrawals
Unrestricted trading
Fiat, Spot and Futures accounts
Advanced features

So don't stop once your account is created: verify your account now. Depending on your country, you'll need a national ID card, passport or driver's license.

Secure your account from day one

Binance strongly recommends turning on at least one form of two-factor authentication (2FA). It takes two minutes once your account is set up:

Turn on 2FA with an app like Google Authenticator, or set up a passkey.
Turn on the anti-phishing code, so you can tell real Binance emails from fake ones.

Then read up on the most common P2P scams before your first purchase.

Common problems and fixes

The verification code isn't arriving

Check your spam folder.
Make sure you typed your email or phone number correctly, with the right country code.
Wait for the timer to run out, then request a new code. Remember, each code is only valid for 30 minutes.

My password is rejected

Make sure it has at least 8 characters, including an uppercase letter (A–Z) and at least one number.

My email is already registered

That means you already have an account. Tap log in, and use "Forgot password" if you need to.

I picked a business account by mistake

The account type can't be changed after signup. Contact Binance support from inside the app to find out what options you have.

My country isn't listed, or signup is rejected

Binance may not be available in your country. Don't use a VPN or another country's details: it breaks Binance's terms and can get your account and funds frozen. Check which exchanges are available in your country.

Looking for a Binance alternative?

If Binance isn't available where you live, or you just want to compare, the signup steps on these other big exchanges are similar:

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Or compare them side by side: crypto exchange comparison.

Frequently asked questions

Is creating a Binance account free? Yes, signing up is completely free.

Do I need an ID card to create an account? Not to create the account itself. You'll need it for verification, though, and verification is required before you can deposit or trade.

How old do I have to be to sign up for Binance? At least 18, or 21 for Binance's local platforms in Bahrain and the UAE.

Can I create an account without a phone number? Yes. You can sign up with an email address, or with a Google, Apple or Telegram account.

How long is the verification code valid? 30 minutes from when it's sent.

Can I switch from a personal to a business account later? No. The account type can't be changed after signup, so choose carefully.

Can I deposit before verifying my account? No. Verification is what unlocks deposits, withdrawals and trading.

What should I do after creating my account? Three things, in this order: verify your account, turn on two-factor authentication, then make your first deposit.

Next step: verify your Binance account

Your account is ready, but it won't be fully usable until you verify it. Grab your ID and follow the guide:

Binance identity verification, step by step →

Last updated: 10 October 2026 · Sources: we checked every step against Binance's official help pages (app signup: updated 16 January 2026; website signup: updated 21 January 2026). Button names may vary slightly depending on your app version.