Binance
The largest global crypto exchange; not available to US residents, who are directed to Binance.US.
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Binance key facts
| Category | Crypto exchange |
|---|---|
| US availability | Not available in the US |
| Trading fees | Not verified |
| Simple buy fee | Not verified |
| Debit card purchase | Not verified |
| Coins available (US) | Not verified |
| Staking (US) | Not for US residents |
| US licenses | None in the US |
| Custody | Custodial |
| Self-custody wallet | Not verified |
What is Binance?
Binance.com is the global exchange of the Binance group. Its terms list the United States as a restricted location, so US residents use the separate Binance.US instead. In 2023 Binance pleaded guilty in the US to anti-money-laundering and sanctions violations and agreed to pay about $4.3 billion.
Binance alternatives
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Binance pros and cons
- Very wide coin and market choice outside the US
- Large trading volume
- Not available to US residents
- $4.3B US criminal resolution in 2023
- Former CEO pleaded guilty to anti-money-laundering violations
Binance FAQ
What is Binance?
Binance.com is the global exchange of the Binance group. Its terms list the United States as a restricted location, so US residents use the separate Binance.US instead. In 2023 Binance pleaded guilty in the US to anti-money-laundering and sanctions violations and agreed to pay about $4.3 billion.
Is Binance available in the US?
Not available in the US, according to Binance’s own page (checked Sep 26, 2026).
Can I stake on Binance?
Not for US residents.
Does Binance hold my crypto?
Binance is custodial: it holds the keys to your balance. To hold your own keys, withdraw to a self-custody wallet.
Sources
How this page works
Sources: Binance: official site, Binance terms of use, Binance licenses. Data as of Sep 26, 2026.
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