After signing up for Binance, set up an anti-phishing code to protect your account. Download the Binance APP and configure it in security settings. Phishing emails are one of the most common scams in crypto. The anti-phishing code helps you instantly identify real vs. fake emails. Our site shows you how.
What Are Phishing Emails?
Phishing emails are fake emails disguised as official Binance communications. They typically:
- Claim your account has security issues and ask you to "verify" via a link
- Say you won a prize and need to log in to claim it
- Report suspicious login activity and urge you to change your password
- Pose as withdrawal confirmations to trick you into clicking
If you click the link and enter your credentials, scammers gain access to your account.
How Anti-Phishing Code Works
An anti-phishing code is a custom identifier you set. Once configured, every official Binance email includes this code.
- Email WITH your code = Real Binance email
- Email WITHOUT your code = Likely a phishing email
Simple but highly effective.
Setup Steps
Step 1: Go to Security Settings
Open Binance APP -> Profile -> Security Settings -> Anti-Phishing Code
Step 2: Create Your Code
Enter a 4-20 character identifier. Choose something memorable but not guessable. Examples: "MyCrypto26", "SafeBN88". Do not use your password.
Step 3: Verify Identity
Complete email verification and Google Authenticator code (if enabled).
Step 4: Done
All future official Binance emails will display your anti-phishing code.
How to Use It
Every time you receive an email from "Binance":
- Check if your anti-phishing code is present
- If yes = real email
- If no = likely phishing -- delete immediately
Common Phishing Tactics
- Spoofed sender addresses: binance.com vs. b1nance.com or binance-support.com
- Fake websites: Identical-looking sites with slightly wrong URLs
- Urgency/fear: "Account frozen in 24 hours" or "unauthorized withdrawal detected"
- Fake customer support: Impersonators on Telegram, WeChat, etc.
Additional Anti-Phishing Measures
- Check sender email: Real emails come from @binance.com
- Never click email links: Type the URL directly in your browser
- Use bookmarks: Save the official Binance URL and always access from bookmarks
- Use Binance Verify tool: Verify links and email addresses on the official website
- Ignore social media "support": Binance will never contact you first via messaging apps
FAQ
Can I change my anti-phishing code?
Yes. Change it anytime in security settings. New emails will show the updated code.
Does the anti-phishing code work for SMS and push notifications?
Currently it applies to emails only. APP push notifications within the app are inherently trusted.
What if I forgot my anti-phishing code?
View or change it in Binance security settings.
What should I do with an email missing my code?
Do not click any links. Do not reply. Delete it immediately. If concerned about your account, open the Binance APP directly to check.
Security Tips
- Setting the anti-phishing code takes 1 minute but protects you long-term
- Make it a habit to check the code on every Binance email
- Do not trust urgent emails -- scammers exploit fear to prevent rational thinking
- Even with the code, verify links -- confirm URLs before clicking
- Change the code periodically for extra security
Register for Binance and set up your anti-phishing code immediately -- one minute of setup for significant security improvement.