"Which one is the actual Binance official website?" is one of the most frequently asked questions about Binance. The reason is simple: there are too many fake domains online. Phishing sites like binance0.com, bina-nce.com, and binance-cn.net appear periodically. To avoid these traps, the only way is to remember the official Binance domain list. This article compiles all legitimate Binance entrances by region. Once ready, you can directly open the Binance Official Site, and conveniently download the Binance Official APP to your phone. Apple users should first read the iOS Installation Guide.
Binance Global Main Domain
The global main website address for Binance is:
binance.com
This is the earliest domain registered by Binance and serves as the global main entrance. When you visit binance.com, Binance will automatically redirect you to the localized version based on your IP address. For example:
- Visiting from the US → Redirects to binance.us
- Visiting from the UK → Redirects to binance.com (Global version)
- Visiting from Japan → Redirects to binance.com/ja (Japanese interface)
This redirection is set up by Binance according to compliance requirements in various regions, and all redirected domains are official Binance domains.
List of Binance Domains by Region
| Region | Domain | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Global (International) | binance.com | Main site, covers most countries |
| United States | binance.us | US compliant version, operated by BAM Trading |
| Japan | binance.com/ja | Japanese version of the international site |
| South Korea | Exited | Independent services are no longer provided locally |
| UAE | binance.com | Zone under the global version, licensed operation in Dubai |
| Bahrain | binance.bh | Bahrain local compliant version |
| France | binance.com (Restricted) | Available after registration, some functions restricted |
| Italy | binance.com (Restricted) | Available after registration, some functions restricted |
| Spain | binance.com (Restricted) | Available after registration |
| Australia | binance.com.au | Australian local version |
| Singapore | binance.com (Restricted) | Exited retail trading |
| Brazil | binance.com | Has compliance registration locally |
| Turkey | trbinance.com | Turkish local version (Operation suspended) |
| Kazakhstan | binance.kz | Kazakh local version |
Remember one principle: all official sub-sites start with binance. If you see bynance, bynanca, b-i-nance, binanc, or any other variant spelling, it is 100% a phishing site.
Why Are There So Many Fake Binance Websites?
Cryptocurrency exchanges are disaster zones for phishing websites for three reasons:
- Large flow of funds: Once a user enters their username and password, the phishing site directly gains control of the Binance account, and the funds inside can be transferred out.
- Cheap domain registration: Registering a domain like binance0.com only costs a few dollars.
- Search engine advertising loopholes: Phishing sites buy search engine ads to rank above organic results, making it easy for beginners to click the wrong link.
Common phishing tactics include:
- Spelling variants: Replacing the letter i with 1, a with @, or o with 0.
- Adding prefixes/suffixes: binance-cn.com, cn-binance.org, www-binance.net.
- Fake subdomains: login.binance-secure.com, my.binance-asia.com.
- Fake HTTPS certificates: Phishing sites now also have the HTTPS padlock icon. Having a padlock does not mean it is official.
How to Be 100% Sure You Are Visiting the Official Site
Four methods to verify:
1. Check the Domain Spelling
Hover your mouse over the browser address bar and verify the spelling letter by letter. Note:
binance.comis correct (b-i-n-a-n-c-e)binanace.com(extra 'a') is phishingbinnance.com(extra 'n') is phishingbinance-cn.com(with a hyphen) is phishing
2. Check the SSL Certificate Issued To
Click the padlock icon in the address bar → View certificate. The "Issued to" field of the official Binance certificate should be *.binance.com or binance.com, not any other strange domain.
3. Reverse Verification via App Store / Play Store
The developer information for the Binance APP on the Apple App Store displays the official website, and the Google Play store also shows the developer's homepage. Clicking these links will take you to the official domain.
4. Use Bookmarks Instead of Manual Typing
The safest way is to bookmark the official website after confirming it the first time, and only visit via the bookmark thereafter. Do not type it manually or click search results every time.
How to Choose the Entrance for Different Regions
The most common question from beginners is "Which domain should I use?". The answer depends on your nationality and residence:
- Mainland China users: Visit the global binance.com. Note that services are not provided directly to retail users in mainland China; operate according to local regulations.
- US users: Visit binance.us. binance.com is not open to US users.
- EU users: Visit binance.com. Some countries have functional restrictions (e.g., Germany does not offer futures).
- Japan users: Visit binance.com/ja. Note that Japanese registration requires local Japanese procedures.
- Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan users: Visit binance.com, Traditional Chinese interface.
If you are unsure, directly visit binance.com, and Binance will automatically redirect you to the corresponding entrance based on your IP.
The Truth About Mirrors / Backup Entrances
People often ask, "Does Binance have mirror sites?", the answer is: Binance officially does not provide any mirror sites. All websites claiming to be "Binance mirrors" are unofficial; they are either phishing sites or reverse proxies set up by individuals, with no security guarantees.
When Binance access is slow in some regions due to network issues, the official solutions are:
- Use the Binance Official APP. The APP uses Binance's own access servers, which are more stable than browser access.
- Or access via the desktop client (see the "Desktop Setup" category for details).
Do not use any third-party mirrors.
Common Questions About Domains
Q: Are binance.io and binance.org official?
No. binance.io, binance.org, binance.net, etc., are not official Binance domains. The only official Binance domains are binance.com and regional subdomains (binance.us, binance.bh, etc.).
Q: Is the top search engine result always official?
Not necessarily. Both search engine ad spots and organic results can be occupied by phishing sites. The safest way is to get the domain from trusted channels (bookmarks, embedded links in the APP, Google Play / App Store descriptions).
Q: How does the mobile APP know it's connecting to an official server?
The APP has built-in certificate validation for official servers, and it will directly refuse to connect to unofficial servers. As long as the APK or IPA you downloaded is the official version, there is no possibility of being phished. Therefore, you should also obtain the APK from trusted sources (like the download entrances recommended on this site).
Q: A domain that used to work can no longer be opened.
It may be that Binance has closed some regional entrances based on new compliance requirements. For example, binance.kr used to be the Korean version, and after Binance exited the Korean market, this domain was no longer used. If you encounter a site that won't open, always go back to the main site binance.com.
Q: Is there any risk if the link has a ?ref=xxx parameter?
No. ?ref= is Binance's referral code parameter, and anyone can generate their own referral link. After registering by clicking a link with a referral code, the other party will receive a small commission rebate, at no extra cost to you, and it will actually automatically bind a permanent fee discount for you.
Final Words
Remember one sentence: The only official Binance domains are binance.com and its regional sub-sites (binance.us, binance.bh, etc.), and there are no third-party mirrors. Bookmark the official website and visit it from the bookmark, and you will avoid 99% of phishing traps. If you have already entered your password on a fake website, quickly go to the official website to change your password and enable 2FA.