binance.info and binance.com are the same official Binance, with completely consistent backend data, account systems, and fund ledgers; only the frontend access domain, CDN routing, and HTTPS certificates are slightly different. The existence of .info is to provide a structurally independent backup entry for users whose access to the main site is restricted. Logging in from either domain eventually leads to the same backend, so there is no need to worry about "whether I have been phished." To enter the trading interface directly, you can click Binance Official Website; it is more recommended to operate on the official APP on your mobile phone, click Binance Official APP to download; Apple phone users can see the iOS Installation Tutorial to switch regions for installation. The following will explain in detail the technical architecture differences behind the two domains, the 2FA issues to note when switching logins, and how users in different countries/regions should choose.
1. The Core Relationship Between the Two Domains
Let's give the conclusion directly: binance.info is an official mirror of binance.com, not a new independent platform, nor a sub-site. The difference between the two is only in the "surface access," while the deep business logic, accounts, and funds are shared.
Point 1: Accounts are Completely Interoperable
The account you registered on binance.com can be logged into directly on binance.info using the same set of email/mobile number + password + 2FA. The reverse is also true: an account newly registered on binance.info will also log in normally when switched to binance.com. Account information, holdings, pending orders, transaction history, API Keys, withdrawal whitelists... all are shared.
Point 2: The Fund Ledger is the Same One
Funds directly share the backend Ledger. Orders placed and coins transferred on binance.com are visible in seconds after logging into binance.info. An account's total assets will not be split into two just because of switching domains to log in.
Point 3: KYC Status Synchronization
Real-name verification (ID card, passport, liveness recognition) completed on any one domain is instantly recognized by all mirror domains. There will be no situation where "KYC was done on .com, but requested to be redone after switching to .info."
2. Where Are the Differences?
Sharing is the mainstream, and differences are in the details. These differences are what you will perceive when actually switching domains to log in.
Difference 1: CDN and Server Architecture
binance.com mainly uses Cloudflare enterprise-level CDN, distributed across 280+ edge nodes globally. binance.info uses an independent CDN combination (Cloudflare + other alternatives), and node distribution does not completely overlap with .com.
The direct effect of this difference: Under network failures in certain regions, .com might not open while .info can connect; or vice versa. This is why Binance maintains two sets of independent CDNs.
Difference 2: HTTPS Certificates
The certificate for binance.com is issued by DigiCert, with certificate level EV (Extended Validation). The certificate for binance.info is usually issued by Cloudflare Inc., at the OV level.
You can see certificate details by clicking the lock icon on the left side of the browser address bar. Both types of certificates are valid, it's just that EV certificates will display the company name "Binance Holdings Limited" in the address bar, while OV certificates only show the domain name.
Difference 3: Default Language and Region Judgment
binance.com automatically judges the region based on the access IP, and the default language might be English or the local language. binance.info is more aggressive in identifying users in Chinese-speaking regions, and will switch to the Simplified Chinese interface by default.
Difference 4: Online Time for Some Functional Modules
Occasionally, new features will be grayscale tested on binance.com for 1-2 weeks before being pushed to binance.info. In 95% of cases, the functions of the two are completely synchronized, but give priority to .com when chasing new functions.
Difference Comparison Table
| Comparison Item | binance.com | binance.info |
|---|---|---|
| Account System | Completely Shared | Completely Shared |
| Fund Ledger | Same One | Same One |
| KYC Status | Real-time Sync | Real-time Sync |
| CDN | Mainly Cloudflare | Multi-CDN Combination |
| Certificate Level | DigiCert EV | Cloudflare OV |
| Default Language | Judged by IP | More oriented towards Chinese first |
| New Function Arrival | First Release | 1-2 weeks lag |
| Main Service Area | Global | Disaster recovery for access-restricted areas |
3. The Complete Process of Switching Login
There are a few pitfalls when switching from binance.com to binance.info to log in, which newbies easily step into.
Step 1: Log Out of the Original Domain First
If you have been using binance.com and now want to switch to .info, it is best to log out manually on .com first (Avatar > Log Out). It won't cause problems if you don't log out, but Cookies will remain, and the browser might pop up a warning due to cross-domain Cookie policies when logging into .info.
Step 2: Log In Normally on the New Domain
Open binance.info and click "Log In" in the upper right corner. Enter your email/mobile number + password. This will trigger 2FA verification because this is a new login environment (IP, browser, Cookie combination have all changed).
Step 3: Complete 2FA Verification
- With Google Authenticator: Enter the 6-digit dynamic code
- With SMS 2FA: Receive the SMS verification code
- With Hardware Key (YubiKey): Insert and press the button
- With Face Recognition / Passkey: Follow the prompts to complete
2FA keys and binding settings are completely shared, no need to re-bind.
Step 4: Confirm Device Trust
After successful login, it will prompt "Add this device to the trusted list." Checking it can avoid doing 2FA for the next login. It is recommended to check it for your own computer, but not for public computers.
Step 5: Slider Verification Might Be Needed for First Visit
binance.info uses different CDN anti-crawling policies, and when accessing from a new IP for the first time, a slider verification or click verification might pop up. Just drag it to the corresponding position according to the prompts; it's not an account abnormality.
4. Which Domain Should I Use?
Scenario 1: Domestic Home Broadband Users
Give priority to binance.info. Actual tests show that under mainland home broadband, the delay and stability of .info are better than .com, with a lower packet loss rate. If .info is also unstable, then switch to binance.bz.
Scenario 2: Users in Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan, Singapore, Japan, Europe, and America
Use binance.com directly. There are no obstacles to accessing the main site in these regions, and using the main site allows you to experience new features as soon as possible.
Scenario 3: Developers Using API
Please use api.binance.com for API requests, regardless of whether you are using .com or .info on the web side. API endpoints are independent, and all mirror domains' APIs point to the same set of interface servers.
Scenario 4: US Users
Cannot use .com or .info, and will be legally redirected to binance.us. This is another legal entity, and accounts are not interoperable.
Scenario 5: Automation Scripts or Scheduled Tasks
Just use one fixed domain. When all three major domains are stable and available, it is recommended to use .com, and use .info if it's unstable. Do not write multiple domain polling in the script—it will trigger Binance risk control and be marked as suspicious access.
5. The Correct Way to Save binance.info as a Bookmark
It is recommended to save frequently used entries as bookmarks to avoid searching every time (search engine ad spots are easily occupied by phishing sites). Note these points when saving bookmarks:
Point 1: Save the Full URL
When saving, the address must be complete to https://www.binance.info/zh-CN, do not just save the root domain. A full URL with www. and https:// can avoid automatic completion errors in some browsers.
Point 2: Save from an HTTPS Session
Make sure to save the address as a bookmark at the moment it has been opened and successfully logged in. Don't just type a binance.info in the search box from memory and save it; in case you remember a character wrong (for example, it becomes binance-info.com), it's a phishing site.
Point 3: Regularly Check Bookmarks
Check every 3 months if your bookmark link still points to the real official website. Situations where domains expire, are transferred, or hijacked are rare but exist. Use WHOIS to query the current owner of the domain during each check.
FAQ Common Questions
Q: Can USDT deposited on binance.info be withdrawn on binance.com? A: Absolutely. The fund ledgers of the two are shared, and coins you deposit on any domain can be operated on any domain (withdrawal, trading, transfer, finance). Deposit and withdrawal records are also synchronized in real-time, no need to wait.
Q: If I open a contract position on .info, can I see it when switching to .com? A: Yes. All statuses of positions, pending orders, take-profit and stop-loss, and leverage multiples are synchronized in real-time. Switching domains will not affect any trading behavior, it's just looking at the same account from another entry. But please note: if at the moment of switching, there are pending orders on .info that haven't been filled, you need to manually refresh the page after switching to see the latest status immediately.
Q: Both domains require KYC upgrade, do I need to do it twice? A: No. KYC is done on an account dimension, not by domain. After completing the upgrade on any one domain, other mirror domains will recognize the new status within a few minutes.
Q: Why do some people say binance.info is fake? A: It's usually two kinds of misunderstandings: one is confusing .info with some phishing sites (like binance-info.com, binanceinfo.net)—the real official is binance.info, without hyphens or additional suffixes; the second is not having seen the .info suffix and thinking it's not official. You can find that .info is a legal mirror within the official list in the Binance APP announcement.
Q: What if binance.info is discontinued in the future? A: If the official wants to discontinue any mirror domain, a notice will be released in the APP announcement and the official X account at least 30 days in advance. Currently, .info is still one of the主力 mirrors long-term maintained by the official, and there are no plans to discontinue it. By then, there will be new backup domains to take its place, it is recommended to follow the APP announcement.