June 8, 2025 | For Binance Users in East Africa!

In the world of cryptocurrency trading, Binance is one of the most popular platforms in the world. But despite having millions of users, there are mistakes that many make unknowingly, resulting in accounts being suspended, funds being locked without warning, or even being completely banned from using Binance services.

Whether you are a new user (newbie) or even someone with little experience in the field of cryptocurrency, it is important to thoroughly understand these mistakes. Through this article, we will explain in detail these 5 mistakes, in simple language and real examples, along with steps to take to safeguard your account's security.

1️⃣ SKIPPING OR IGNORING THE IDENTITY VERIFICATION STEP (KYC)

What is KYC?

KYC stands for Know Your Customer, meaning 'Know Your Customer'. This is a security step used by many financial institutions, including Binance, to ensure they know who is using their services.

Why is it important?

Many users join Binance and immediately start trading (buying and selling cryptocurrencies) without completing KYC. Others see it as a way to evade taxes or maintain privacy, but this is a big mistake.

Binance monitors all accounts that do not complete KYC, and often suspends those accounts suddenly, without notice. Those accounts are placed in a 'suspended' state and all funds within them cannot be withdrawn until the identity is verified - or sometimes, they are not allowed to be withdrawn at all.

Real example:

Joseph from Arusha created a Binance account and started investing without completing KYC. After three months, he received a message that his account had been suspended for failing to meet security criteria – all his USDT funds could not be withdrawn until he verified his identity.

Solution:

✔️ As soon as you register, complete the KYC steps: Use a national ID or passport, provide a face photo (selfie) and accurate residential details.

✔️ Ensure you are using real information - not someone else's.

2️⃣ USING A VPN FROM COUNTRIES RESTRICTED BY BINANCE

What is a VPN?

A VPN is short for Virtual Private Network. This is technology that allows you to connect to the internet using an IP address from another country. Many users use VPNs to access websites that are blocked in their countries.

Why is it a problem on Binance?

Binance is restricted or has not launched services in some countries, such as the United States, North Korea, Sudan, and others. Users from these countries use VPNs to deceive the system and appear as if they are from another country.

Binance has very advanced technology to detect VPN usage. Once it detects that a user is logging in from a restricted country through a VPN, it can suspend that account immediately.

Real example:

Asha, who is Tanzanian but was traveling in Iran, tried to log into Binance through a VPN. Her account was detected as having been opened through an IP from a restricted country, and within just one hour, her account was suspended.

Solution:

✔️ Do not use a VPN to log into Binance from a restricted country.

✔️ If you are traveling, seek official information from Binance about the countries that are allowed.

✔️ If you are in a banned country, use other permitted platforms.

3️⃣ USING A BOT OR ATTEMPTING TO INFLATE TRADE VOLUME FRAUDULENTLY

What is a bot?

A bot is an automated program that trades on your behalf. There are some legitimate bots, but there are bots that are used to artificially inflate trading volume to appear as if you are trading a lot, with the goal of making illicit profits.

Why is it dangerous?

Binance monitors every trade step. If you submit many fake orders (orders that are not intended to be executed), or use unapproved bots, your account may be suspended automatically, without warning or appeal.

Real example:

Mwita used a bot found on Telegram that promised to give him a 10% profit every day. After two weeks, his account was completely suspended. When he contacted customer service, he was told that he had violated the 'Market Manipulation' policy.

Solution:

✔️ Do not use bots whose security you have not verified.

✔️ Only use programs approved by Binance through the API.

✔️ Ensure all your businesses are clean and legal - do not engage in 'wash trading'.

4️⃣ SHARING ACCOUNT LOGINS WITH OTHERS (LOGIN SHARING)

Why do people share login information?

People often think there is no harm in giving their spouse, friend, or relative their account login information - perhaps to help carry out transactions or monitor activities.

But Binance sees different IPs or devices accessing that account as suspicious behavior. This can be considered as an account controlled by a group of people - which poses a risk to system security.

Real example:

Bakari gave his brother the login to his Binance account to help him trade while he was traveling. A few hours later, Binance suspended the account for security reasons - requiring proof that the account is owned by only one person.

Solution:

✔️ Never share your password with anyone else.

✔️ Use the 'Sub-Account' feature if you need help from someone else.

5️⃣ IGNORING WARNING EMAILS OR NOTIFICATIONS FROM BINANCE

Why is it important?

Binance frequently sends emails or notifications to your account about policy changes, verification requests, or security issues. Many users see these emails as an annoyance and ignore them - which can lead to accounts being suspended without further notice.

Real example:

Miriam received an email from Binance asking her to provide more information about the source of her funds. She ignored the email for two weeks. On the 15th day, her account was completely suspended for not responding.

Solution:

✔️ Check your emails daily – especially those from Binance.

✔️ Act quickly if something is required from you.

✔️ Do not use a temporary email address - use an email you check daily.

✅ HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF AND AVOID YOUR ACCOUNT BEING SUSPENDED.

In summary, here are the key things to follow to ensure your Binance account remains safe:

✔️ Complete KYC fully as soon as you join

✔️ Do not use a VPN if you are in a restricted country

✔️ Do not use unofficial bots or engage in fake trading

✔️ Do not share your account with anyone else

✔️ Respond quickly to emails and alerts from Binance

CONCLUSION: DO NOT LET ONE MISTAKE COST YOU ALL YOUR MONEY.

Binance is a platform with great opportunities, but it also has security systems that monitor everything. One small mistake can cost you everything. Ensure you adhere to the terms of use, trade legally, and be cautious about your account security.

👊 Remember: Your account security is your responsibility.

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