Downloading the Binance App on an iPhone is the first hurdle many users face. Since the Chinese App Store has removed Binance, searching for it directly won't return any results. But that doesn't mean there's no way—there are actually several methods, and none of them are particularly complicated.
You can register an account through the Binance website first, then installing the app will go more smoothly. If your phone runs Android, you can download the Binance App directly without any extra steps.
Method 1: Download Using a Foreign Apple ID
This is the most common and most reliable method. You need a non-China-region Apple ID (e.g., US, Hong Kong, or Japan).
If You Already Have a Foreign Apple ID
- Open Settings on your iPhone → tap your name at the top → "Media & Purchases"
- Select "Sign Out" to log out of your current China-region Apple ID
- Sign back in with your foreign Apple ID
- Open the App Store and search for "Binance"
- Download and install
- Once installed, you can switch back to your China-region Apple ID—the Binance App won't disappear
If You Don't Have a Foreign Apple ID
Steps to create a US Apple ID:
- Open appleid.apple.com in a browser on your computer
- Click "Create Your Apple ID"
- Select "United States" as the country/region
- Enter an email address (one not already registered with Apple ID), password, and security questions
- Complete verification and sign in
- Set payment method to None
- For the address, you can use one from a tax-free US state (e.g., Oregon)
After registration, sign in to this US Apple ID on your iPhone following the steps above, then download Binance from the App Store.
Method 2: Install via TestFlight
TestFlight is Apple's official beta app distribution platform. Binance sometimes distributes its app through TestFlight.
- Download and install TestFlight from the App Store (available in the China region)
- Get the TestFlight invitation link from Binance's website
- Tap the link—it will automatically open TestFlight
- Tap "Install" in TestFlight
Apps installed via TestFlight are functionally identical to the official release, but they have a 90-day validity period. After that, you'll need to re-accept the invitation to update.
Method 3: Direct Download from the Website
Binance's website offers a direct iOS download:
- Open Binance's website in Safari
- Find the App download page
- Select the iOS version
- Follow the on-screen instructions—you may need to install a configuration profile
This method installs an enterprise-signed version. The downside is that Apple may revoke the certificate, causing the app to stop opening. If that happens, you'll need to reinstall.
Trust Settings After Installation
If you installed via Method 3, opening the app might display an "Untrusted Enterprise Developer" message. To fix this:
- Go to Settings → General → VPN & Device Management
- Find the Binance enterprise certificate
- Tap "Trust"
- Return to the home screen and reopen the Binance App
Basic Setup After Installation
Once the app is installed, configure a few basics:
Enable Notifications
The first time you open the app, it will ask for notification permissions—allow them. Price alerts, login reminders, and trade confirmations all come through push notifications.
Enable Face ID / Touch ID
In the app → Profile → Security Settings → enable biometric login. This removes the need to manually enter your password each time while keeping your account secure.
Set Language and Currency
The app may default to English. In settings, switch the language to your preference and set the display currency (e.g., CNY to show values in yuan).
Troubleshooting
Q: Can't find Binance in search? Make sure your App Store is signed in with a foreign Apple ID. You can check at the bottom of the App Store—if the email shown is your China-region account, you haven't switched yet.
Q: Download asks for a payment method? A US Apple ID may require a payment method the first time you download a free app. Select "None." If the None option isn't showing, try downloading any free app after signing in on your iPhone—the system will guide you through payment setup, where you can then choose None.
Q: App won't open after installation? Your iOS version may be too old. The Binance App typically requires iOS 14 or above. Check your version: Settings → General → About → Software Version. If it's below the requirement, update your system first.
Q: Can I delete the foreign Apple ID after installation? You can switch back to your China-region Apple ID for daily use—the installed Binance App won't be affected. However, when Binance releases an update, you'll need to switch back to the foreign Apple ID to update it in the App Store.
Summary
The most reliable way to install Binance on iPhone is to download it from the App Store using a foreign Apple ID. Creating one only requires an unused email address and a few minutes. After installation, switch back to your China-region Apple ID for normal use and switch back when updates are available. While it takes a few more steps than Android, once it's done, you won't need to deal with it again.