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Looking to delete your Binance account? Whether you're motivated by privacy concerns, a desire to switch accounts, or simply stepping away from crypto, this guide provides the most up-to-date instructions for permanently closing your Binance account in 2026. Follow each step carefully to avoid losing assets.
Before submitting your account deletion request, you must complete the following steps. Skipping any of these may cause your request to be rejected or result in asset loss.
This is the most critical step. Binance requires your account balance to be zero before allowing account closure. You must:
For tax purposes and personal records, download your complete transaction history before closing:
Binance offers two main ways to close your account: via the mobile app or via the web browser. Both methods follow the same general process but have slightly different navigation paths.
The mobile app is the most commonly used method. Here are the detailed steps:
If you prefer to use a desktop browser, follow these steps:
| Issue | Solution |
|---|---|
| Account still has a balance | Withdraw or sell all remaining assets |
| Open orders exist | Cancel all unfilled orders first |
| Outstanding loan balance | Repay all loans before requesting deletion |
| Account is restricted | Contact customer support to lift restrictions |
| Verification failed | Ensure your email, phone, and 2FA are all accessible |
| Locked Earn products | Wait for lock period to end or request early redemption |
| Pending P2P orders | Wait for completion or cancel by mutual agreement |
If you're only temporarily stepping away from Binance, consider these alternatives before committing to permanent deletion:
Withdraw all assets and simply leave the account dormant. This preserves your account history, KYC verification, and trading records—saving you the hassle of re-verifying if you return.
If excessive notifications are the issue, go to Settings → Notifications and turn off all push notifications and marketing emails without deleting your account.
For privacy concerns, you can update your registered email address in security settings, effectively severing the connection between your old email and Binance.
If security is a concern, enable stronger protections: set up an anti-phishing code, enable withdrawal whitelist, and activate login notifications—all without deleting your account.
If you want to start over, register a new account with a new email. New users can enjoy exclusive sign-up bonuses:
After you submit the deletion request, there is a mandatory 7-day cooling-off period during which you can cancel the request. After those 7 days, the account is permanently deleted within 1-3 business days. The entire process typically takes 7-10 business days. You'll receive a confirmation email once complete.
Yes, but you'll need to wait 30-90 days after deletion before the email can be used again on Binance. To avoid waiting, you can use a new email address to register a fresh account immediately after deletion.
Yes. First use the "Forgot Password" feature to reset your password. If you can't access your email either, contact Binance customer support—they can help verified users recover account access through KYC identity verification. Once you regain access, follow the normal deletion process.
It won't affect commissions already earned by the person who referred you. However, your own future referral earnings will stop since your account no longer exists to link new referrals.
Binance doesn't offer a self-service account suspension option. In cases of suspected unauthorized access, you can use the Security Center to lock your account—but this is a temporary security measure, not the same as account closure. A locked account can be unlocked later.
No, deletion can be completed entirely through self-service for accounts in good standing. However, if your account has restrictions, pending disputes, or inaccessible verification methods, you'll need to resolve these with customer support before proceeding.
No, not immediately. Binance is legally obligated under AML (Anti-Money Laundering) regulations to retain KYC identity data for several years (typically 5-7 years) even after account deletion. This data is securely stored and not used for commercial purposes.
Binance offers a "Convert Small Balances to BNB" feature that converts dust amounts (typically under 0.001 BTC in value) into BNB in a single click. Find this option in Wallet → Spot → Convert Small Balances.
New users who registered using your referral link but haven't yet been counted will lose the referral association. However, commissions already credited to your account before deletion should be withdrawn first, as they will be forfeited upon account closure.
No. Once your account is deleted, you cannot log in to view any historical data. Download all necessary records—transaction history, tax reports, deposit/withdrawal logs—before proceeding with deletion.
The core process for deleting your Binance account is: Zero out assets → Download records → Navigate to Security Settings → Submit deletion request → Complete identity verification → Wait 7-day cooling-off period → Account permanently deleted. While the process isn't complicated, each step requires careful attention—especially withdrawing all assets before submitting the request.
If you're only temporarily stepping away from crypto trading, consider keeping your account dormant instead of deleting it. If you're certain about deletion, follow the steps in this guide carefully, and always back up your transaction data first.
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only. Binance's interface may change with updates. Always refer to the official Binance interface for the most current instructions. This is not financial advice.
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