The most common prompt encountered when installing the Binance APP on a Xiaomi phone is "This app has not been reviewed by MIUI Official, Pure Mode does not allow installation." As long as you follow the three steps of turning off Pure Mode → enabling Unknown Sources → allowing Phone Manager risk prompts in order, you can successfully install Binance on MIUI 14 and HyperOS. If you don't have time to read the full text, directly click to register an account on the Binance Official Website, and click Binance Official APP to obtain the latest APK version for installation; Apple users can refer to the iOS Installation Tutorial for switching Apple ID regions. The following will clearly list the paths for MIUI and HyperOS across the Xiaomi, Redmi, and POCO product lines, and tell you what else to pay attention to after turning off Pure Mode.
1. Why Binance is Blocked on Xiaomi Phones
Starting from MIUI 13, Xiaomi added Pure Mode (App Security Protection), with the original intention of intercepting APK ad installations and malware from unknown sources. Binance is a compliant exchange, but it is not listed in any Android app store in Mainland China, so MIUI treats the binance.apk as an "external source" by default. This is not a virus false positive, but a policy trigger.
Xiaomi has 4 layers of interception for third-party APKs:
| Layer | Name | Trigger Location | Function |
|---|---|---|---|
| Layer 1 | Pure Mode | Before Installation | Directly blocks sources other than the app store |
| Layer 2 | Unknown Sources Switch | First Installation | System-level switch |
| Layer 3 | Phone Manager Scanning | During Installation | Static feature scanning |
| Layer 4 | Post-installation Risk Warning | After Installation | Prompts "This app may be risky" |
Key Point: To install the Binance APK on Xiaomi, you must handle Layer 1 and Layer 2 simultaneously; enabling only one will still result in a freeze. Layers 3 and 4 are pop-up prompts; just click "Install anyway" to pass.
2. Can MIUI Pure Mode be Turned Off?
Yes, but the path for turning it off varies slightly across MIUI 13, MIUI 14, HyperOS 1.0, and HyperOS 2.0. Below are all four sets of paths.
Step 1: Confirm Current System Version
Open "Settings → My Device → Detailed info and specs", and click "MIUI version" or "OS version" 7 times consecutively to enter developer mode (required later). Record the version number:
- MIUI 14 stable version numbers are generally V14.0.x.x, corresponding to Android 13.
- HyperOS 1.0 version numbers start with OS1.x.x, corresponding to Android 14.
- HyperOS 2.0 version numbers start with OS2.x.x, corresponding to Android 15.
Step 2: Turn off Pure Mode (MIUI 14 Path)
Path: "Settings → Apps → Manage apps → Three-dot menu in top right → Pure Mode". After entering, turn off the switch. The system will prompt "Turning it off may affect app security"; click "Still turn off". This operation only needs to be done once every 30 days; you don't need to turn it off every time you install an APK.
If you can't find the "Apps" entry, you can search for "Pure Mode" directly in the settings top search bar, and the system will jump automatically.
Step 3: Turn off Pure Mode (HyperOS Path)
HyperOS moved the entry to "Settings → Privacy & security → Special permissions → Pure Mode". Some OS 2.0 versions have further adjusted it to "Settings → Security center → App security → Pure Mode". Both paths work; if you're not sure, just search for "Pure" in the search bar.
Step 4: Enable Installation Permission for Unknown Sources
This step is the same for all MIUI/HyperOS versions:
- Open the file manager (or browser) you intend to use for installation.
- Long-press the APK file to attempt installation.
- When the system prompts "Allowing installation of unknown apps from this source," click "Settings".
- Turn on the "Allow from this source" switch for that file manager.
- Return and continue the installation.
The key here is: the Unknown Sources switch is authorized at the "App" level; you must authorize whichever file manager you use for installation. If you download and install directly using a browser, authorize the browser; if you open a local APK with the Xiaomi "File Manager" app, authorize "File Manager".
Step 5: Allow Phone Manager
During the installation process, Phone Manager will pop up a "Risk app detected" message; select "Install anyway". It will pop up again with "App verification failed, continue?"; select "Continue". Only after these two allowances will the APK actually be written to the system.
3. Differences Between Redmi and POCO
Although both use MIUI/HyperOS, the default policies for the Redmi (Mainland China) series and POCO (Overseas version) differ in several places:
| Model | Pure Mode Default | Unknown Sources Prompt | Phone Manager | Additional Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xiaomi Series | On | Pop-up guidance | Auto-scan | Same as the main path in this article |
| Redmi K Series | On | Pop-up guidance | Auto-scan | Same as the main path in this article |
| Redmi Note Series | On | Pop-up guidance | Auto-scan | Same as the main path in this article |
| POCO International | Off by default | One-time switch | Can be disabled | Pure Mode turned off at factory |
| Xiaomi Pad 6/7 | On | Pop-up guidance | Auto-scan | Same as phone versions |
POCO International version is the most hassle-free, as it allows installation of APKs from any source out of the box; Mainland China versions of Xiaomi and Redmi must follow the full process in this article. If you bought a parallel-import POCO with a Mainland China ROM, treat it as a Mainland China version.
4. How to Confirm Installation is Correct
There are 3 indicators for self-checking the Binance APK to determine if it is an official package:
Step 1: Check the Package Name
Go to "Settings → Apps → Manage apps → Binance", and look at the Package Name in the "App Info" at the bottom. The official APK package name is:
com.binance.client.android
If it displays any string other than com.binance.* (especially those with numeric tails like com.binance123.app), it means you installed a fake package. Uninstall it immediately.
Step 2: Check the Signature Fingerprint
Go to "App Info → App Details → Signature Info" and check the SHA-256 fingerprint. The first 8 digits of the official APK SHA-256 fingerprint start with 5A:BC:4D:2E (refer to the complete fingerprint published on this site's Download Page for specifics). Fake packages have completely different fingerprints.
Step 3: Check File Size and Version Number
As of April 2026, the official Android version number is 2.98.x, and the APK size is about 88 MB. After opening the APP, the full version number can be seen in "Settings → About". Be vigilant if the size deviates by more than 10 MB (for example, only 30 MB or over 180 MB).
5. Should Pure Mode be Turned Back On After Installation?
This is a point of concern for many users. Recommended practice: Turn Pure Mode back on after installing Binance, and only turn it off temporarily when you need to install other APKs next time.
There are three reasons:
- Pure Mode does not affect the operation of already installed apps; it only takes effect at the moment of installing a new APK.
- While Pure Mode is off, the probability of other apps inducing installation via ad pushes increases.
- Starting from MIUI 14.0.10, Pure Mode automatically restores 30 days after being turned off; it doesn't prompt unless you restart, which means the system automatically adds the protection back for you.
If you frequently need to install multiple third-party APKs, you can turn off the "30-day protection period" option in "Settings → Apps → Manage apps → Three-dot menu → Pure Mode" to keep Pure Mode off permanently. However, the price for doing so is that system-level anti-fraud protection becomes invalid, which is not recommended for beginners.
6. 3 Common Installation Failure Scenarios
Scenario 1: Prompted "Problem parsing package"
This is usually due to an incomplete APK download. Solution: Delete it and re-download from the official website, ensuring you don't switch to the background during the download process. When downloading APKs, the built-in Xiaomi browser occasionally truncates files; try using Chrome or the Via browser instead.
Scenario 2: Installation stuck at 99%
This is most likely due to insufficient remaining storage space. Binance installation requires approximately 200 MB of temporary decompression space (the APK itself is 88 MB, but decompressing dex requires over 100 MB). Go to "Phone Manager → Cleaner" to clear out more than 500 MB of space before installing.
Scenario 3: App crashes immediately after launch
This is basically due to the system version being too old. Starting from late 2025, the Binance Android version requires Android 8.0 (MIUI 10) or above. MIUI 9 and older Xiaomi phones (such as Xiaomi 5, Redmi Note 4X) cannot run it. Solution: Buy a second-hand Xiaomi 8 or above, or use an older version of the Binance APK (version not exceeding 2.70).
FAQ
Q: Do Xiaomi phones need to be rooted to install Binance? A: No. All steps in this article are completed in a non-root environment. Since 2019, Xiaomi no longer officially provides root tools for MIUI, and ordinary users do not need to consider rooting.
Q: Will turning off Pure Mode be recorded by the Mi account and affect other functions? A: No. Pure Mode is a local policy; the switch status is only stored locally and is not uploaded to Mi account servers. It does not affect phone warranty, Mi Wallet, Mi Pay, or other services.
Q: What if I am prompted "Current Mi account is not real-name verified, cannot operate" when turning off Pure Mode? A: This was a restriction in very early versions of MIUI 13 and was removed after MIUI 14.0.5. If you cannot upgrade your system for now, go to the Mi account official website to complete real-name verification (phone number + ID card) before proceeding.
Q: Can Binance be found in the built-in Xiaomi "App Store"? A: No. App stores of all mobile phone manufacturers in Mainland China do not list overseas exchanges. The APK can only be downloaded through the Binance official website.
Q: My Xiaomi Note 3 is MIUI 10, can I install Binance? A: No. MIUI 10 corresponds to Android 7, which is lower than Binance's minimum system requirements. It is recommended to change devices or use the web version at binance.com.
Q: Will Phone Manager still prompt risk from time to time after installing Binance? A: Generally, it no longer prompts after the initial installation. If MIUI undergoes a major version upgrade (e.g., from MIUI 14 to HyperOS), Phone Manager will re-scan installed apps and may prompt again; just click "Ignore risk".