Many newcomers can't find where to enter the referral code when registering on Binance. This article explains exactly where to enter it across different registration methods. The simplest approach is to register directly through the Register on Binance now link — the referral code is automatically applied with no manual input needed. Downloading the Binance app also supports referral code registration.
Why Should You Enter a Referral Code?
Before covering where to enter it, let's explain why it's worth doing. Registering with a referral code gives you a permanent trading fee discount on every trade. Take a 1,000 USDT trade with a 0.1% fee — that's 1 USDT. If the referral code provides a 20% commission rebate, you save 0.2 USDT per trade. While the per-trade savings seem small, they add up substantially over time.
If you register without a referral code, you can't add one later, meaning you permanently forfeit this benefit. So always enter it during registration.
How to Enter on the Website
- Open the Binance registration page (Chrome or Safari recommended)
- Enter your email or phone number as the account ID
- Set your password (at least 8 characters, including uppercase, lowercase, and numbers)
- Find the "Referral ID (Optional)" field on the page
- Key step: This input field is collapsed/hidden by default — you need to click the text link to expand it
- After expanding, enter the referral code (e.g., XIAOYI1)
- Check the terms of service
- Complete the remaining registration steps (email or phone verification)
Common pitfall: The referral code field defaults to collapsed, showing only a small text link "Referral ID (Optional)." Many people miss it because they don't notice this link and assume the registration page has no referral code field. Look carefully and click to expand — only then will the input field appear.
How to Enter on the App
- Open the Binance app, tap "Sign Up" on the welcome page
- Choose to register with email or phone number
- Fill in your email/phone and password
- Find the "Referral" input field in the registration form
- Enter the referral code
- Complete the registration process
The location of the referral code field in the app may vary by version. Some versions display it directly; others require tapping a "Have a referral?" link to expand. If you can't find it, try updating the app to the latest version.
Using a Referral Link Is Even Easier
If entering a referral code manually feels cumbersome or you can't find the input field, clicking a referral link to register is the simplest approach. The registration page opened through a referral link automatically fills in the code — no extra action needed, and no risk of typos.
Referral links can be opened in a browser (directing to the web registration page) or on a phone (redirecting to the app registration page if installed). Either way, the referral code is carried over automatically.
How to Confirm the Referral Code Was Applied
After registration, you might want to verify the referral code was successfully linked. Here's how to check:
- Log in to the Binance app and go to the "Referral" or "Invite Friends" page
- Look for a "Referred by" status
- Or check your profile center for commission-related information
If you discover the referral code wasn't applied after registration, it likely wasn't entered correctly during the process. Unfortunately, referral codes cannot be added or changed after registration is complete.
FAQ
I entered a referral code but don't see any rebates? Rebates don't appear immediately — they're generated only after you start trading. After each trade, the rebate amount is credited after a processing period. You can view rebate records in the "Referral" page.
What if I entered the wrong referral code? If you entered an invalid code, the system will display an error and you can re-enter the correct one. If you entered someone else's valid referral code, it cannot be changed after registration — you'll be linked to that referrer.
Does it matter if I skip the referral code? Skipping it doesn't affect registration or normal use, but you miss out on the fee discount. Over the long term, this could mean saving tens or even hundreds of dollars less in fees each year. We strongly recommend always entering one.
Are referral codes case-sensitive? Typically not, but entering it exactly as provided is recommended to avoid any issues.
How to choose between multiple referral codes? If you have multiple options, choose the one with the highest rebate percentage. Different referrers may have set different commission rates.