After installing the Binance APP on your iPhone, it is highly recommended to switch back to your original Chinese Apple ID. The Binance APP already installed on your home screen does not rely on the App Store account and will continue to open and function normally. You only need to switch back to the US region for future Binance APP updates. The switching process takes 1 minute: App Store → Avatar → Sign Out → Sign in with your original account. To register a new Binance account, go to the official Binance site. The APP portal is at the official Binance APP. For the complete iOS process, see the Download Center. This article explains all the impacts of switching back.
Why You Should Switch Back to Your Original Account
Staying logged into the US account after installing Binance will cause the following issues:
| Issue | Impact |
|---|---|
| Chinese Apps Cannot Update | Apps like WeChat, Alipay, TikTok, and Honor of Kings will not detect updates in the App Store |
| Regional Subscriptions Paused | Subscriptions like Chinese Apple Music and video streaming memberships will show abnormal status |
| Family Sharing Disabled | Cannot share purchased items with family members |
| iMessage / FaceTime Switch | Some services might switch regions |
| Recommended Apps Become English | App Store home page recommendations will change to local US apps |
| Game Center Isolated | Game leaderboards with friends will not display |
Therefore, after installing the necessary overseas applications, you should immediately switch back to your original account to avoid daily usage inconveniences.
Switching Steps
1. Open the App Store
Find and tap the App Store icon on your iPhone home screen.
2. Enter Account Management
Tap the avatar in the top right corner (currently showing your US account avatar).
3. Sign Out of Current Account
Scroll to the very bottom of the page and you will see a red "Sign Out", tap it.
⚠️ Crucial: Only sign out of Media & Purchases here, do not sign out of iCloud in system settings — iCloud data must be preserved.
4. Sign in to Original Account
After signing out, the App Store will prompt you to sign in. Enter:
- Your original Chinese Apple ID email
- The password for that account
- Two-factor authentication code (if enabled, it will be sent to your trusted device)
5. Verification Complete
Once successfully signed in, the top avatar in the App Store will change back to your original account's avatar. The home page recommendations will revert to Chinese apps.
Binance APP Status After Switching Back
After switching back to the Chinese account, the status of the Binance APP is as follows:
| Operation | Is it Normal? |
|---|---|
| Open APP | ✓ Normal |
| Log in to Account | ✓ Normal |
| View Market Data | ✓ Normal |
| Spot Trading | ✓ Normal |
| Futures Trading | ✓ Normal |
| Deposit/Withdraw | ✓ Normal |
| KYC Verification | ✓ Normal |
| Push Notifications | ✓ Normal |
| Auto Detect Updates | ✗ Disabled |
| Update from App Store | ✗ Disabled |
The Binance APP is already installed locally and its operation does not depend on any Apple ID. You only need to switch regions again for updates.
About Automatic Updates
iOS enables the "App Updates" feature by default. However, because the Binance APP does not belong to the current account, the system cannot find the corresponding application and will not automatically update Binance.
You might receive notifications like:
- "Binance is not available in your country or region"
- "This app needs to be purchased in the App Store"
This is normal and can be ignored. The Binance APP remains usable on your home screen.
How to Update the Binance APP
After switching back to your Chinese account, there are several ways to update Binance:
Method 1: Temporarily Switch to US Region to Update
Most common:
- App Store → Avatar → Sign Out
- Sign in with your US Apple ID
- Go to "Account" → "App Updates"
- Tap "Update" next to Binance
- Switch back to your Chinese account after completion
The entire process takes about 5 minutes. It is recommended to do this every 1-3 months.
Method 2: Skip the Update
If the current version works fine, you can temporarily hold off on updating. The Binance APP has good compatibility, and lagging behind 1-3 versions is usually not a problem (lagging behind 6 or more versions will force an upgrade).
Method 3: Re-download
For special situations (like APP corruption):
- Long press the Binance icon on the home screen → Remove App
- Switch to your US Apple ID
- Re-download and install
- Switch back to your Chinese account
Your data is saved on Binance's servers, so logging in after a reinstall will automatically restore all your assets, orders, and settings.
Optimization Tips for Multiple Account Switching
If you frequently need to switch between US and Chinese Apple IDs, we recommend:
Save Account Info in a Password Manager
- 1Password, Bitwarden, etc.
- Separate entries for each account
- Include email, password, and security question answers
You only need to copy and paste each time you switch, avoiding typing errors.
Use Authenticator Instead of SMS for 2FA
- SMS might face delays or fail to arrive across regions
- Authenticator (like Google Authenticator) generates dynamic codes locally
- Switching is much smoother
Regularly Log in to Keep the Secondary Account Active
- A US secondary account that remains unused for a long time might be marked as "dormant" by Apple
- Log in once every 3-6 months to keep it active
- Also check for any unusual activity while you're at it
Pre-Switch Checklist
Before switching back to your Chinese account, it is recommended to confirm:
- You have finished downloading all required US region apps
- There are no ongoing downloads
- You are not currently subscribed to US Apple Music / Apple TV+ (if you are, you can temporarily keep the account until it expires)
- Your US Apple ID password and security questions are securely backed up
If you have active US subscriptions, be aware that renewals might be affected after switching.
Check Immediately After Switching Back
After switching back to the Chinese account, confirm:
- The App Store home page recommends Chinese apps
- "Account" → "Apple ID" shows your Chinese account email
- Going to "Purchased" shows apps bought under your Chinese account
- Update prompts for Chinese apps have returned to normal
If the switch was unsuccessful (still showing US apps), restart the App Store or restart your iPhone and try again.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Will Binance be automatically uninstalled after switching back to my Chinese account? A: No. Installed apps are not uninstalled due to account switching.
Q: Will Binance show "Unable to Verify App"? A: No. Verification only happens during the initial installation; previously installed apps do not re-verify on subsequent launches.
Q: Can I use my Chinese account to update Binance again after switching back? A: No. Binance is not listed on the Chinese App Store, so it cannot be searched for or updated.
Q: I uninstalled the Binance APP, can I reinstall it using my Chinese account? A: No. Reinstalling Binance requires switching to a US account. Unless binance.com provides an IPA file and you jailbreak (not recommended).
Q: Switching regions every time I update is a hassle, can I just not update? A: You can temporarily not update, but if you lag behind more than 6 versions, the Binance servers will refuse the connection. We recommend updating every 2-3 months.
Q: Is installing Binance on an iPad the same switching logic as an iPhone? A: Yes. The iPad's App Store is also independent, and the switching process is the same. Your iCloud data remains equally secure.
Summary
After installing the Binance APP on your iPhone, you should immediately switch back to your original Chinese Apple ID to avoid disrupting your daily use of other Chinese apps. The switching process takes 1 minute: App Store → Avatar → Sign Out → Sign in with your original account. After switching back, the Binance APP continues to operate normally (running does not depend on the Apple ID), but it cannot automatically update from the App Store — you just need to temporarily switch back to the US region when an update is needed. We recommend doing an update switch every 2-3 months to balance convenience and version currency.