Installing the Binance APP on Huawei HarmonyOS 4.0 requires first disabling "Pure Mode" to allow the installation of APK files not sourced from the Huawei AppGallery. The operation path is: Settings → Security → More Security Settings → Pure Mode → Disable. After disabling it, download the Binance APK installation package through your browser (file size is about 128MB, current version v2.92), click the installation package file, and follow the prompts to complete the installation. Once the installation is complete, it is recommended to re-enable Pure Mode to protect your device's security. This tutorial applies to the Huawei Mate 60/70 series, P60/P70 series, nova 12 series, and all devices running HarmonyOS 4.0. You can get the latest APK installation package download link from the Binance Official Website. You can also download it directly via the Binance Official APP page. Apple users, please refer to the iOS Installation Guide page.
HarmonyOS 4.0 Pure Mode Explanation
What is Pure Mode
HarmonyOS 4.0's "Pure Mode" is Huawei's application security protection feature. When enabled, it only allows the installation of applications from the Huawei AppGallery and blocks the installation of APK files from unknown sources. The original intent of this feature is to prevent users from accidentally installing malware.
Since the Binance APP is not listed on the Huawei AppGallery, you must disable Pure Mode to install it via the APK method.
Steps to Disable Pure Mode
- Open "Settings"
- Tap "Security"
- Tap "More Security Settings"
- Find the "Pure Mode" option
- Tap to disable; the system will pop up a confirmation prompt
- Confirm the disable action
The disabling process takes about 5 seconds. Once disabled, the system will no longer intercept installation packages from non-AppGallery sources.
Re-enable After Installation is Complete
After completing the installation of the Binance APP, it is highly recommended to re-enable Pure Mode: Settings → Security → More Security Settings → Pure Mode → Enable. This can prevent the accidental installation of other unsafe applications. The already installed Binance APP will not be affected.
Download the Binance APK Installation Package
Download from the Official Website
- Open the built-in Huawei Browser or Chrome Browser
- Visit the official Binance website
- Find the "Download APP" entrance
- Select the "Android APK" download option
- Wait for the download to complete
The APK file size is about 128MB. Downloading over a 4G network takes about 1-2 minutes, and via Wi-Fi takes about 30 seconds. Once the download is complete, the file is usually saved in the "Downloads" folder.
Verify the Security of the Installation Package
After downloading is complete, it is recommended to verify the installation package:
- The file name should be in a format like "binance-v2.92.apk"
- The file size is about 128MB (margin of error ±5MB)
- Only download from the official website; do not use forwarded links from third parties
Install the Binance APP
Installation Steps
- Open the "File Manager" → "Downloads" folder
- Tap the downloaded Binance APK file
- The system will pop up an installation confirmation page, displaying the APP name and permission requirements
- Tap "Install"
- Wait for the installation progress bar to complete (about 10-15 seconds)
- Once the installation is successful, tap "Done" or "Open"
Handling the "Installation Blocked" Prompt
If the prompt "For the security of your device, the installation of apps from unknown sources has been blocked" appears:
- Tap the "Settings" link in the prompt
- Enter the "Install Unknown Apps" page
- Find the browser you are using (like Huawei Browser or Chrome)
- Turn on "Allow app installs"
- Return and tap the APK file again to install
After the installation is complete, it is recommended to turn off the "Allow app installs" permission for that browser.
Handling Huawei Security Check
HarmonyOS 4.0 will automatically perform a security scan when installing an APK. The scan results may present the following situations:
| Scan Result | Solution |
|---|---|
| No risk found | Install normally |
| Risk detected (Low) | Tap "Continue installing" |
| Recommended to download from AppGallery | Tap "Continue installing" to ignore the suggestion |
Huawei's security check is based on a local signature database scan. As a well-known financial application, the Binance APP is safe. The detection prompt is merely because the source is not the Huawei AppGallery.
Post-Installation Permission Settings
Necessary Permissions
Upon opening the Binance APP, it will request the following permissions:
- Notifications: Recommended to allow, used for receiving price alerts and security reminders
- Camera: Recommended to allow, used for scanning QR codes for deposits
- Storage: Recommended to allow, used for saving screenshots and exporting records
Optional Permissions
- Phone: Can be denied
- Location: Can be denied
- Contacts: Can be denied
Battery Optimization Whitelist
HarmonyOS 4.0's battery optimization restricts the activity of background applications. To ensure Binance notifications are not delayed, you need to add Binance to the battery optimization whitelist:
- Settings → Battery → More Battery Settings
- Find Binance
- Select "Don't restrict" or "Allow background activity"
Not adding it to the whitelist may cause notifications to be delayed by 30 seconds to several minutes.
Auto-Launch Management
Settings → Apps & Services → App Launch → Find Binance → Switch to "Manage manually" → Turn on "Auto-launch" and "Run in background". This ensures the APP is not killed by the system while running in the background.
HarmonyOS 4.0 Specific Compatibility Notes
NEXT Version Compatibility
HarmonyOS NEXT (the pure HarmonyOS version, incompatible with Android APKs) currently does not have a native HarmonyOS version released by Binance. If your device has been upgraded to HarmonyOS NEXT, you temporarily cannot install Binance via the APK method. You will need to wait for Binance to release a native HarmonyOS version, or use the web version (visit www.binance.com in a browser) as an alternative.
Multi-Screen Collaboration
Huawei's Multi-Screen Collaboration feature can project phone APPs onto Huawei computers or tablets. The Binance APP supports displaying on a MatePad or MateBook via Multi-Screen Collaboration, but trading operations still need to be completed on the phone. The projection delay is about 0.5 seconds.
Frequently Asked Questions
APP Icon Not on Desktop After Installation
By default, HarmonyOS 4.0 will display newly installed APP icons on the desktop. If you don't see it, open the "AppGallery" → "Me" → "Installation manager" list to find Binance, and tap "Open". Alternatively, swipe up on the desktop to search for "Binance".
"Parse Error" Prompt During Installation
Possible cause: The APK file download is incomplete or corrupted. Delete the downloaded APK file and download it again from the official website. Ensure the file size is about 128MB after the download is complete. If this issue occurs multiple times, try downloading with a different browser.
App Crashes Upon Opening After Installation
- Confirm the system version is HarmonyOS 4.0 or above
- Check if the phone's remaining storage space exceeds 500MB
- Restart your phone and try opening it again
- If it still crashes, uninstall and re-download the latest APK version for installation
Will Binance Be Available on the Huawei AppGallery in the Future?
Currently, the Huawei AppGallery has not listed Binance or other cryptocurrency exchange APPs. The listing time depends on policy and business cooperation progress. At present, installing via the APK method is the standard solution for Huawei devices.