How to Bookmark the Official Binance Website to Avoid Phishing Sites
Worried about clicking phishing sites when searching for Binance? This guide provides three solutions: bookmarking, setting a browser homepage, and creating desktop shortcuts.
Searching for "Binance" every time makes it easy to accidentally click on counterfeit sites in ad slots. The safest way is to bookmark the genuine site or pin it to your homepage. First, verify the authenticity of the Binance Official Website and download the Binance Official App (for iOS, see the iOS Installation Guide). Then, follow this article to set up a permanent entry.
Why You Should Do This
Search engine ad slots have been bought by phishing sites more than once. Even if Binance takes legal action, a new fake site can pop up the same day.
The most effective defense isn't just "keeping your eyes peeled," but never entering from search results:
- Verify the real site once.
- Add it to bookmarks / Pin it to your homepage / Create a desktop shortcut.
- From then on, enter only through these fixed entry points.
Comparison of Three Solutions
| Solution | Suitable For | Pros | Cons |
|---|---|---|---|
| Browser Bookmark | Everyone | Syncs across devices | Can still be replaced by malicious extensions |
| Browser Homepage | Daily browser users | Opens on startup | Limited to a single browser |
| Desktop Shortcut | Desktop power users | One-click from startup | Local to one machine only |
We recommend using all three simultaneously.
Solution 1: Browser Bookmarks
Chrome
- Enter
binance.comin the address bar and confirm the certificate is issued by DigiCert to*.binance.com. - Press Ctrl+D (Cmd+D on Mac).
- Select "Bookmarks bar" as the folder.
- Rename it to "Binance Official."
Enabling the Bookmarks Bar
Chrome: Menu → Bookmarks → Show Bookmarks Bar (Ctrl+Shift+B).
A "Binance Official" button will now always be visible at the top of your browser.
Syncing Across Devices
Sign in to your Chrome account and turn on sync. Your bookmarks will be available on Chrome on your phone and other computers.
Safari
Press Cmd+D to add a bookmark → Favorites.
Firefox
Press Ctrl+D. Select "Bookmarks Toolbar" for the folder.
Edge
Same process as Chrome.
Solution 2: Browser Homepage
There are two ways to add Binance to your homepage:
Single Homepage
Settings → On startup → Open a specific page or set of pages → Add https://www.binance.com.
The site will open automatically every time you launch the browser.
Multi-page Homepage
Add multiple pages: Binance, market tracking sites, email, and news sites. Launching the browser will open your entire workspace at once.
Ideal for daily traders.
Solution 3: Desktop Shortcut
Windows
- Open the Binance homepage in Chrome.
- Menu → More Tools → Create Shortcut.
- Check "Open as window."
- A "Binance" icon will appear on your desktop; double-click it to open it in an independent window.
The independent window provides an experience close to a native app, without getting mixed up with other tabs.
macOS
- Open the Binance homepage in Safari.
- File → Add to Dock (available in Sonoma and later).
- A Binance icon will appear on the Dock.
Alternatively, Chrome's "Create Shortcut" also works on Mac.
Mobile
iOS
Open the Binance homepage in Safari → Share → Add to Home Screen. This generates an icon on your home screen that launches like an app.
Android
Open the Binance homepage in Chrome → Menu → Add to Home Screen.
Note: This is just a web shortcut and is not a replacement for the actual app.
Post-Bookmarking Checklist
Don't rush to use it after adding the bookmark. Do these two things first:
1. Verify the Bookmark URL
Right-click the bookmark → Edit → Check that the URL is https://www.binance.com/, with no extra parameters or redirect addresses.
2. Check the Certificate
Go to the page → Click the padlock icon in the address bar → Certificate → Issued to *.binance.com, issued by DigiCert.
Repeat this check every few months.
Preventing Bookmark Hijacking
A few malicious extensions might secretly modify your bookmarks, redirecting "Binance Official" to a phishing address. Defense:
- Do not install extensions from unknown sources.
- Regularly review your browser extension list.
- Occasionally right-click to check if the bookmark URL has changed.
- Manage critical bookmarks using the "URL" feature in password managers (like Bitwarden).
Should You Enable Multi-Device Sync?
Benefits of enabling sync:
- Add a bookmark on one device, and it syncs to all.
- You won't lose bookmarks when upgrading or reinstalling the browser.
Risks:
- Browser account compromised → Bookmarks could be altered.
- Browser history is recorded in the cloud.
The trade-off: Enable 2FA for your browser account, and then sync is safe to turn on.
Recommended Combination
Average Users: Browser Bookmarks + Desktop Shortcut. Heavy Traders: All of the above + Browser Homepage + Mobile Home Screen Icon. Institutional / High Net Worth: All of the above + A dedicated browser (used only for Binance and email).
FAQ
Q: Could a malicious extension change my bookmark link? A: Theoretically, yes. It's a good habit to glance at the URL in the address bar every time you start.
Q: Which is better: a mobile home screen icon or the actual app? A: The app provides a better experience and more reliable notifications. Home screen icons are for temporary use on other devices.
Q: What if I get a new computer? A: Simply turn on browser sync; signing in to your browser account on the new computer will automatically restore your bookmarks.
Q: Does the "Add to Home Screen" icon on iOS update automatically? A: The icon is captured when created. If Binance changes its logo, you'll need to re-add it manually.
Q: Can I use a dedicated browser just for visiting Binance? A: Yes, especially configuring Firefox as "Binance-only" without any other extensions provides the highest security.
Further Reading
Fixing your entry point is far more reliable than "keeping your eyes peeled" every time you search.