OKX Exchange Account Registration and Identity Verification Guide

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Step 1: Registering Your OKX Account

  1. Visit the OKX official registration page using the link below:
    👉 Secure OKX registration link

  2. Enter your email address (supports domestic 163/QQ or international Outlook/Gmail).

    • Pro Tip: Use the referral code 41322075 during registration to enjoy a permanent 20% fee discount on future trades.

  3. Complete the email verification:

    • Enter the 6-digit code sent to your email.
    • Click [Next].

  4. Verify your mobile number:

    • Select country code +86 (China).
    • Enter the SMS verification code received.
  5. Select China as your residence country and set a strong password (8+ chars, mix of letters, numbers, and symbols).

Step 2: Downloading the OKX App

For Android Users

For iOS Users

  1. Create/use an overseas Apple ID (e.g., U.S. region).
  2. Log out of your current Apple ID in App Store > Account.
  3. Log in with the new ID and search "OKX" to download.

Step 3: Identity Verification (KYC)

  1. Open the OKX app and click "Verify Now".
  2. Select China and ID Card as your document type.
  3. Upload clear photos of your ID’s front/back sides.
  4. Enter your legal name and ID number.
  5. Complete the live facial recognition scan.

Note: Use real credentials to avoid verification failure.

Step 4: Enhancing Account Security

  1. Navigate to Settings > Security Center.

  2. Enable:

    • Google Authenticator (for 2FA codes).
    • Email & mobile bindings (for recovery).

👉 Why 2FA is crucial for crypto exchanges

FAQs

Q1: Can I skip identity verification?
A1: No—KYC is mandatory for trading/withdrawals due to regulatory compliance.

Q2: How long does verification take?
A2: Typically under 10 minutes if documents are clear.

Q3: What if I lose my Google Authenticator?
A3: Contact OKX support with your bound email/phone for recovery.

Tip: Bookmark OKX’s official support page for quick troubleshooting.