How to Reset a Forgotten Binance Password

Forgetting your password happens to everyone, especially if you have not used Binance for a while. The good news is that the recovery process is straightforward. As long as you still have access to the email or phone number you registered with, you can reset your password in minutes. Open the Binance App or visit the Binance website to start the password reset process from the login page. If you do not have an account yet, sign up on Binance first.

Reset Password via Email

Steps

1. Open the Binance App or website login page
2. Tap "Forgot Password"
3. Enter the email address you registered with
4. Tap "Submit"
5. The system sends a password reset email to your inbox
6. Open your email and find the message
7. Click the "Reset Password" link in the email
8. Set a new password
9. Complete verification (may require SMS or 2FA code)

Important Notes

• The reset link has a time limit, typically valid for 30 minutes
• If you cannot find the email in your inbox, check the spam folder
• Verify the email contains your previously set anti-phishing code

Reset Password via Phone Number

If you registered with a phone number:

1. Tap "Forgot Password" on the login page
2. Select "Reset via Phone Number"
3. Enter your phone number
4. Receive and enter the SMS verification code
5. Set a new password
6. Complete additional security verification

New Password Requirements

Binance requires passwords to meet these criteria:

• At least 8 characters
• Must include an uppercase letter
• Must include a lowercase letter
• Must include a number

Recommendation: Use a strong password of 12+ characters including uppercase, lowercase, numbers, and special characters. Do not use birthdays, phone numbers, or other easily guessed information. A password manager is ideal for generating and storing passwords.

Security Restrictions After Reset

After resetting your password, Binance temporarily restricts certain functions to protect your account:

• Withdrawal restriction: No withdrawals for 24 hours after reset
• P2P trading restriction: P2P selling may be temporarily unavailable
• API restriction: API keys may need to be recreated

These restrictions prevent anyone who resets your password through your email from immediately transferring your assets.

What If You Cannot Access Your Email or Phone?

If you cannot access your registered email or receive SMS, you need Binance support to handle it manually:

Submit a Ticket

1. Find "Help Center" or "Contact Support" on the Binance website
2. Select "Account Security" related issues
3. Submit an account recovery request

Information Required

• Registered email or phone number
• ID document photos
• Recent transaction records in the account
• Approximate registration date
• Other information proving account ownership

Processing Time

Manual review typically takes 1-7 business days. Monitor your email or SMS for updates during this period.

What If You Also Lost Your 2FA?

If you have forgotten your password AND lost access to Google Authenticator (for example, switched phones without migrating):

1. Try using the backup key to restore Google Authenticator
2. If you do not have the backup key, contact Binance support to reset 2FA
3. Identity verification and video verification will be required
4. Processing takes longer, potentially several days

This is exactly why backing up your 2FA key is so important.

How to Avoid Forgetting Your Password Again

1. Use a password manager: Tools like LastPass, 1Password, or Bitwarden securely store all passwords
2. Enable biometric login: Set up fingerprint or Face ID in the Binance App
3. Write it down securely: Write the password on paper and lock it in a safe -- old-fashioned but effective
4. Do not change frequently: If your password is strong enough, frequent changes are unnecessary
5. Use a passphrase: Create a password phrase meaningful to you but impossible for others to guess

Emergency Steps If Your Account Is Compromised

If you suspect your account was stolen rather than just forgetting the password, act immediately:

1. Try resetting the password via email
2. If you can still log in, change the password immediately and check for unauthorized activity
3. Verify 2FA settings have not been tampered with
4. Review recent login records and transaction history
5. Contact Binance support to freeze the account
6. If funds were transferred, provide the transaction hash to support

Sign up on Binance and set up proper security measures to prevent these issues.

FAQ

Is there a fee to reset my password?

No, password reset is free.

Are my previous settings preserved after reset?

Password reset only affects the login password. Other settings (2FA, whitelist, etc.) remain unchanged.

Can I set the same password as before?

Technically yes, but it is not recommended. If you reset due to a potential password leak, use an entirely new password.

Can I reset multiple times in one day?

Yes, but frequent attempts may trigger security restrictions. It is best to set a secure password on the first try.

Safety Tips

• Immediately review account security settings after a password reset
• Confirm 2FA verification is still working properly
• Check recent login records for any anomalies
• Do not reset passwords on public computers or public Wi-Fi
• Beware of any third-party services claiming to help "recover your password"