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Know Your Business (KYB) FAQ
KYB, short for "Know Your Business," is the process of verifying the identities of our institutional customers and any associated individuals with ownership or control, as well as understanding the nature and purpose of your institution’s relationship with OKX.Why does OKX conduct KYB? OKX is required to conduct KYB in accordance with financial crime regulations.Published on Jan 29, 2025Updated on Sep 27, 202530A beginner's guide to identity verification
I don't know how much I plan to deposit. Can I change my estimated amount later? No. We are collecting your estimated amount as a reference point and we understand that your use of the platform may change later.12. How do I check my identity verification information? App: Go to User center, find Profile and select Identity Verification Select Identity Verification to check Web: Go to Profile and select Verification13.Published on Sep 25, 2023Updated on Mar 25, 20266,455How do I verify an individual account?
Why is my individual account frozen? Your account may be frozen if you don't complete your identity verification within the stated grace period. However, you can still access your funds and make withdrawals. Once you've passed verification, full access to your account will be restored.5. Can I withdraw my funds and convert my tokens when my account is frozen, after the re-verification of my individual account? Yes.6. Can I change my name after completing identity verification?Published on Sep 25, 2023Updated on Mar 31, 202630,989How do I set up a recurring buy plan?
If an order fails, we'll send you an email to let you know and we'll continue to execute future orders on schedule.Published on Jan 23, 2025Updated on Dec 31, 202550How do I withdraw EUR with SEPA bank transfer?
Why am I not able to see the "Withdraw EUR" feature? To comply with local laws and regulations, cash deposits are only available in specific regions. This may mean that your account is currently not eligible to access this feature.2. Can I make a withdrawal while my bank account verification is still pending? No. You can only make the withdrawal once your account ownership is successfully verified.3. How do I know if my bank account is verified?Published on Nov 16, 2023Updated on Dec 25, 2025247Why is my deposit locked?
Below are some possible reasons that may lead to your asset being locked:1. Deposit locked due to P2P T+N risk control being triggered When you're buying crypto through P2P trading, our risk control system will comprehensively assess your transaction risks and impose N-day restrictions on the withdrawal and P2P sales of the equivalent amount of assets in your transaction. It's recommended that...Published on Dec 19, 2023Updated on Mar 3, 2026970How do I know if anti-money laundering (AML) program questionnaire is needed for my verification?
How do I know whether I'm required to complete the anti-money laundering (AML) program questionnaire? If you're required to have an anti-money laundering (AML) program in place in accordance with the local laws and regulations that your institution must comply with, then you'll be required to complete the AML program questionnaire as part of your onboarding process.Published on Dec 12, 2024Updated on Oct 15, 202578How can I protect myself from scammers?
Or, you might've suspected a scammer but don't know what to do. Here are some tips to avoid potential scammers and learn how to secure your assets.1. Does OKX hold crypto or cash? We only hold onto the seller's crypto once the order is made, for security (otherwise known as escrow). Escrow is a legal term used when a third party holds the assets in a transaction until an agreement has been met between the buyer and the seller.Published on Aug 21, 2023Updated on Mar 3, 202612,061Why is my OKX app not working?
There are several reasons why the app may stop working or crash. Common causes include: Outdated app version Device or operating system incompatibility Too many apps running on your device Network connectivity issues Corrupted app cache or data Temporary server outages Keeping both your device and the app updated can help prevent many of these issues.Why does my OKX app keep crashing? The app may crash if there are compatibility or device performance issues.Published on Mar 16, 2026Updated on Mar 31, 20262Why is there a minimum amount to deposit BTC?
We have the minimum deposit amount for each of the tokens. Also, we have a specific rule about minimum deposit amount and the solutions. Reasons: Operational Efficiency: setting a minimum deposit amount reduces the volume of small transactions that can burden the exchange's systems. Smaller transactions may require more resources for processing, affecting overall efficiency. Risk Mitigation:...Published on Oct 15, 2024Updated on Sep 3, 202515Why is my deposit/withdrawal suspended?
Why is token swap needed? Token swap is designed to let users swap their ERC20 token into the mainnet token. Once token swap is completed, the original ERC20 token will be burnt. If I encounter this situation, what should I do?Published on Aug 31, 2023Updated on Jan 26, 2026989How to prevent phishing emails?
Knowing how to spot these emails is one of the best ways to protect your assets.How do phishing emails typically work? Scammers often send emails that look very similar to official messages. Their goal is to deceive you into taking actions that put your account at risk, such as clicking a malicious link or sharing sensitive information.Published on Jun 24, 2025Updated on Dec 16, 20253What's KYC: What to expect and why it matters?
What's KYC and why is it necessary for me to complete it? KYC, or Know Your Customer, is a regulatory and security process that financial institutions use to verify the identity of their users. It’s a key step in maintaining a safe, transparent, and legally compliant platform for everyone.Published on Jun 24, 2025Updated on Jan 15, 202655Why is there a minimum deposit amount for non-BTC?
The minimum deposit amount is set to ensure the financial efficiency and effectiveness of each transaction, avoiding management costs and fee wastage from small deposits. Transaction efficiency: The platform sets a minimum deposit amount to ensure that each deposit has a certain financial value, preventing increased management costs due to small deposits. On-chain deposit logic: Our platform is a...Published on Oct 16, 2024Updated on Sep 3, 202532Why did my identity verification fail?
Submit your identity documents that meet our supported document type and Know Your Customer (KYC) requirements indicated on the page. Note: You can refer to How do I get my individual account verified for specific requirements and check this link for more tips on verifying your selfie and ID. How to check the failed reason of identity verification? You can check your email for the failed reason and submit it again by clicking the link.Published on Aug 8, 2024Updated on Jan 2, 202641