Can I close my account with cryptocurrency in it?

No, all wallets (spot, funding, margin, futures, earn) must have zero balance. Withdraw or convert all assets before closure.

What about staked or locked assets?

All staked, locked, or earning assets must be unstaked and withdrawn first. You may need to wait for lock-up periods to expire.

How long does account closure take?

After you confirm via email, account closure is typically immediate. However, data retention for compliance continues for required periods.

Can I withdraw dust (small amounts)?

Convert dust to BNB using Binance's dust conversion feature, then withdraw the BNB. This helps clear small balances that prevent closure.

What happens to my referral rewards?

All unclaimed referral rewards and bonuses will be forfeited when you close your account. Claim and withdraw them first.

Can I create a new account after closing?

Yes, but it will be treated as a completely new account requiring fresh KYC verification. Depending on your region, there may be restrictions.

How to Delete Your Binance Account - Step-by-Step Guide (2025)

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This guide helps you permanently delete your Binance account. We believe in digital autonomy: your right to leave any platform should be as easy as joining it. Follow these verified steps to ensure complete account deletion.

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Methodology: Hands-on testing with live accounts

Quick Information

Time Required

15 minutes

Difficulty

medium

Steps

5 steps

Official Resources

Official Binance Support - Close Account

Official deletion guide from Binance

Additional Resources

[1]

Binance Privacy Policy

Official privacy policy

[2]

Binance Terms of Use

Legal terms regarding account management

[3]

Binance Data Retention

Information about data retention policies

Step-by-Step Guide

Withdraw or convert all cryptocurrency

Withdraw all cryptocurrency to external wallets or convert to a single asset for easier withdrawal. Check all spot, funding, margin, futures, and other wallets.

Tips

•Check all wallet types
•Unstake any locked assets
•Cancel open orders
•Wait for pending transactions

Warnings

•Cannot close with remaining crypto balance

Disable all Binance services

Disable Binance Earn, staking, savings, liquidity farming, futures trading, margin trading, and any other active services.

Tips

•Redeem all locked products
•Close margin positions
•Cancel recurring buys
•Check for active subscriptions

Clear all pending matters

Resolve any disputes, complete KYC verifications if pending, and ensure no account restrictions or locks.

Tips

•Check for account restrictions
•Complete any pending verifications
•Resolve customer support tickets

Request account closure

Log into Binance website (not app), go to Profile > Security > Account Activity, scroll to bottom and click 'Disable Account'. Follow the verification process.

Tips

•Use website, not mobile app
•Complete security verification
•Download transaction history
•Save tax documents

Warnings

•Account closure only via website

Confirm closure via email

Check your email for the confirmation link from Binance. Click it to finalize account closure. The account will be permanently disabled.

Tips

•Check email within 48 hours
•Click confirmation link
•Save closure confirmation
•Binance retains data for compliance

Important Warnings

Financial records retention

Binance must retain transaction records and identity information for regulatory compliance, anti-money laundering requirements, and legal purposes.

Must have zero balance

All wallets (spot, funding, margin, futures, earn, etc.) must have zero cryptocurrency balance before you can close your account.

Locked and staked assets

All staked, locked, or earning assets must be unstaked and withdrawn before closure. This may require waiting for lock-up periods to end.

Regional restrictions

Account closure process and requirements may vary by region. Some jurisdictions have specific requirements.

Website-only closure

Account closure is only available through the Binance website, not the mobile app.

Email verification required

You must verify account closure via email link within a specific timeframe, or the closure request expires.

Alternatives to Consider

Keep account with zero balance

easy

Withdraw all assets and keep account dormant without closing it.

Pros

•Can reactivate easily
•Maintains transaction history
•No closure process needed

Cons

•Data remains on servers
•Account still exists
•May receive notifications

15 min

Transfer to self-custody

medium

Move all cryptocurrency to hardware or software wallets you control before closing.

Pros

•Full control of assets
•Better security
•Not your keys, not your crypto

Cons

•Responsible for wallet security
•Network fees for transfers
•Must manage private keys

45 min

Switch to alternative exchange

medium

Transfer assets to different cryptocurrency exchange before closing Binance.

Pros

•Continue trading
•Different features or fees
•Regional alternatives may be better

Cons

•Transfer and trading fees
•New KYC verification
•Learning curve

60 min

Frequently Asked Questions

No, account closure is only available through the Binance website. You cannot close your account from the mobile app.

References & Citations

[1]
Binance Privacy Policy
Official privacy policy
https://www.binance.com/en/privacy
[2]
Binance Terms of Use
Legal terms regarding account management
https://www.binance.com/en/terms
[3]
Binance Data Retention
Information about data retention policies
https://www.binance.com/en/support/faq/data-retention

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Critical Warnings

Financial records retention
Binance must retain transaction records and identity information for regulatory compliance, anti-mon...
Must have zero balance
All wallets (spot, funding, margin, futures, earn, etc.) must have zero cryptocurrency balance befor...
Locked and staked assets
All staked, locked, or earning assets must be unstaked and withdrawn before closure. This may requir...

Last Updated

November 8, 2025

Binance Account Deletion

How We Verified This Guide

Quick Information

Official Resources

Additional Resources

Step-by-Step Guide

Withdraw or convert all cryptocurrency

Disable all Binance services

Clear all pending matters

Request account closure

Confirm closure via email

Important Warnings

Financial records retention

Must have zero balance

Locked and staked assets

Regional restrictions

Website-only closure

Email verification required

Alternatives to Consider

Keep account with zero balance

Transfer to self-custody

Switch to alternative exchange

Frequently Asked Questions

References & Citations

Found incorrect information?

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Critical Warnings

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