A Line-by-Line Breakdown of Binance App Permission Requests
- Permission Grouping
- Mandatory Dangerous Permissions
- Optional Dangerous Permissions
- Permissions You Don't Need to Grant
- Special Permissions Explained
- Permission Differences Between Old and New Versions
- Authorization Recommendations by Scenario
- How to Revoke Granted Permissions
- Privacy-Sensitive Reminders
- FAQ
- Further Reading
When you launch the Binance app for the first time after installation, a series of permission requests will sequentially pop up: camera, photo album, location, notifications, clipboard... Many users worry whether the app is asking for too much. This note categorizes and explains every permission requested by Binance based on its purpose, so you know exactly what is going on. For the new version download, please use the Binance official website or the Binance Official App; for iPhone installation, refer to the iOS installation tutorial.
Permission Grouping
According to the Android permission model, the permissions requested by Binance can be divided into several categories:
| Category | Impact | User Choice |
|---|---|---|
| Normal Permissions | System grants automatically | No action required |
| Dangerous Permissions | Prompts for user consent | Can be denied |
| Special Permissions | Requires manual toggle in settings | Off by default |
Dangerous permissions are the part users care about the most.
Mandatory Dangerous Permissions
Denying these permissions will affect core functionality:
| Permission | Purpose | Impact if Denied |
|---|---|---|
| Camera (CAMERA) | KYC selfies, scanning payment QR codes | Cannot complete KYC or scan codes |
| Notifications (POST_NOTIFICATIONS) | Price alerts, order executions, login alerts | Cannot receive push notifications |
| Network (Automatic) | All internet-dependent features | App becomes unusable |
We recommend granting these three. The notification permission is a runtime permission introduced in Android 13; older systems will grant it automatically.
Optional Dangerous Permissions
Grant these on-demand; denying them still leaves most functions usable:
| Permission | Purpose | Impact if Denied |
|---|---|---|
| Storage (READ_MEDIA_IMAGES) | Uploading KYC ID photos, saving receive QR codes | Must select images one by one when uploading |
| Location (ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION) | Certain region-restricted events, risk assessment | Occasional "Cannot recognize region" prompts |
| Microphone (RECORD_AUDIO) | Customer service voice calls (rare scenarios) | Can only use text with customer service |
| Contacts (READ_CONTACTS) | Convenient selection when transferring to friends | Can still input addresses manually |
We suggest selecting "Allow only while using the app" for these, rather than keeping them permanently enabled.
Permissions You Don't Need to Grant
Permissions that the Binance app might declare in its manifest but doesn't actually force you to grant:
- Phone Status: Only used to pause certain animations during an incoming call; can be denied.
- Device ID: Rarely used now since compliance requirements were adjusted.
- SMS: Only used for 2FA login in specific regions; users in mainland China won't encounter this.
If your device prompts you for these permissions, you can safely deny them.
Special Permissions Explained
Special permissions do not automatically trigger a pop-up request; they must be manually turned on in the system settings:
Special Permission 1 · Install from unknown sources Already handled during the first APK installation; no need to toggle again.
Special Permission 2 · Draw over other apps Used for Binance price alert pop-ups. When enabled, floating notifications can appear even if the app is in the background.
Special Permission 3 · Background auto-start Some ROMs prevent apps from starting in the background by default, causing scheduled market data fetches to fail. Binance recommends setting the app to "Unrestricted" in "Battery optimization".
Special Permission 4 · Show on lock screen Allows price alert notifications to appear on the lock screen; if off, you will only see them after unlocking the device.
Permission Differences Between Old and New Versions
| Permission | v2.90 | v2.100 |
|---|---|---|
| Notification Runtime Permission | Only Android 13+ | Same |
| Granular Media Permissions | READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE | READ_MEDIA_IMAGES (Refined) |
| Bluetooth | Not requested | Not requested |
| NFC | Requested in some builds | Not requested |
| Camera | Requested | Requested |
The scope of permissions requested by newer versions is actually narrowing, aligning with Google's principle of least privilege.
Authorization Recommendations by Scenario
Scenario 1 · Only viewing market data, no trading
- Mandatory: Network, Notifications
- Deny: Camera, Location, Storage, Microphone
Scenario 2 · Spot trading + KYC
- Mandatory: Network, Notifications, Camera, Storage
- Optional: Location
Scenario 3 · Heavy futures user
- Grant all mandatory permissions
- Enable "Draw over other apps" and "Unrestricted background usage" in Special Permissions
Scenario 4 · Multi-account family use
- Authorize each account independently within the "App cloner" or "Dual apps" space
How to Revoke Granted Permissions
If you want to revoke permissions after granting them:
| ROM | Revocation Path |
|---|---|
| MIUI | Settings → Apps → Manage apps → Binance → Permissions |
| HarmonyOS | Settings → Apps → Binance → Permissions |
| ColorOS | Settings → App management → Binance → Permissions |
| Stock Android | Settings → Privacy → Permission manager → Select permission type → Find Binance |
Once revoked, the app will prompt you with a request again the next time the permission is needed.
Privacy-Sensitive Reminders
- The official Binance app will NOT read your clipboard (unless you explicitly tap a "Copy Address" button).
- It will NOT scan non-KYC photos in your album.
- It will NOT upload your contacts.
- It will NOT listen to your microphone (unless you initiate a voice call with customer service).
If you see a prompt about Binance reading your clipboard when you haven't actively performed an action, you should suspect that you might have installed a fake, counterfeit package.
FAQ
Q: Will denying notification permissions affect security? A: Yes. Login alerts, withdrawal notifications, and security warnings are delivered via push. If denied, you can only see these messages by opening the app.
Q: Can I grant camera permissions only during KYC? A: Yes, Android 11+ supports the "Only this time" option.
Q: Will denying location permissions trigger risk control? A: Occasionally, as risk control cross-verifies IP and GPS data. However, it won't directly lead to an account ban.
Q: Can I use LSPosed to block certain permissions? A: Yes, but it requires root access. System settings are sufficient for average users.