# Create an Account on Binance

> Register on the Binance exchange and enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) to securely connect your exchange account to the Veles platform.

**Binance** is the largest and most reputable platform for trading cryptocurrency assets.

:::tip[Advice]
To avoid phishing **always check the website address**.
The address bar should contain: **accounts.binance.com**
This is especially important when logging in via search or third-party links.
:::

## Register on Binance

1. Go to the registration page on [**binance.com**](https://veles.link/binance).

2. Select your country of residence. If the information is correct, click **"Confirm"**.
   After that, a window will appear with the account type selection.

3. Select **"Create a personal account"**.

4. Enter an **email** and come up with **a strong password** (minimum 8 characters, combining numbers and letters).
   It is recommended to store the password in a password manager, not in a plain text file.

5. Click **"Next"** to proceed to the e-mail confirmation.

6. Enter the **6-digit code** that Binance will send to your email.
   Check the **Spam** folder if the email is not in the **Inbox**.

7. Open the email, find the code and paste it into the confirmation window.
   The code is valid for **30 minutes**.

## Account Security

Security is a key factor when working with cryptocurrency.
Make sure to enable **Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)**.

1. Click on the **profile icon** (top right) → **"Security"**.

2. In the **"Binance / Google Authenticator"** section, click **"Enable"**.

3. Select the option — **Binance Authenticator** or **Google Authenticator**.

4. Install the selected application on your phone.

5. A **QR code** and a **16-digit key** will appear on the screen.
   Scan the code or enter the key manually.

6. Enter the **6-digit code** from the application and click **"Next"**.

7. Save **a backup copy of the key** in a safe place and click **"Next"**.

8. Congratulations — 2FA has been successfully connected!
   Your account is now protected from unauthorized access.

Your Binance account is ready.
The next step is to **top up your balance** and **connect the API key to Veles**.