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Why did my identity verification fail?
Below are some possible reasons that may lead to a failed identity verification: Selfie detection failed. Invalid ID (E.g. Unsupported ID type, ID issued has expired). There's an existing account with the same identity information. ID detection failed. (E.g. Photos are overexposure, have reflections, or aren't fully visible).A few tips for successful identity verification: Make sure that the ID...Published on Aug 8, 2024Updated on Jan 2, 202642What can I do if my device is running in an unsafe environment?
If the problem still occurs, contact customer support promptly.What should I do if my account is automatically logged out on the PC while using a virtual machine? A virtual machine (VM) is software that simulates a complete hardware system, allowing a single physical computer to run multiple operating systems independently and in isolation. Your account may be automatically logged out because the browser environment has changed.Published on Jan 19, 2023Updated on Feb 12, 2026298What's OKX Security Assistant?
Below are the best practices when it comes to handling risky situations: What the OKX Security Assistant displays when there's a riskSingle-item uninstall vs. one-click uninstall Single-item uninstall: suitable when there are only a few risk items and you want to confirm their sources one by one.Published on Jan 15, 2026Updated on Feb 13, 202615How do I add my emergency contact?
Switch on the notification feature Ensure that the details provided are spot on Select when to notify your contact — we'll first reach out after your inactivity period, and if there's no reply within Your response time, we'll contact them. Set the inactivity period and your response time Review the information and make your confirmation.Published on Jul 24, 2025Updated on Feb 12, 2026261Why is my deposit not credited even when all information is correct?
When you deposit funds to our platform, if the receiving address, deposit network, and token contract are correct, and there is a record on the blockchain, but the funds haven't arrived, this may be due to the following reasons: There's a delay in syncing the blockchain to the platform: for the token you deposited, there may be a delay in syncing from the blockchain to the platform’s wallet, which can result in the deposit not being credited and not showing up in your assets.Published on Oct 17, 2024Updated on Feb 12, 20261,850How do I authorize a new device when I log in?
Phone verification: when you request phone verification, we'll call the phone number linked to your account. Just follow the voice prompts: select 1 to confirm authorization or 2 to cancel it. You can request up to 5 phone verification calls in 1 hour. Email verification: when you request email verification, we'll send a link to the email linked to your account. Open this link to confirm authorization. If you can't open the link from email, try copying and pasting it to your browser.Published on Aug 31, 2023Updated on Apr 9, 202613,755How do I buy crypto with my cash balance?
Why did my purchases with my cash balance fail? A purchase may fail due to reasons such as insufficient balance, high market volatility, or a system error. If you encounter any issues, please retry as it maybe a temporary issue. If the issue still exists, feel free to reach out to our customer support for further assistance.3. Why am I seeing a subset of crypto on Buy/Sell crypto list when buying with my cash balance?Published on Nov 16, 2023Updated on Dec 31, 20251How do I set up a recurring buy plan?
When will my recurring orders be executed? Your recurring orders will be automatically executed at the time you set up your plan and on the frequency you selected. If you create a weekly plan at 11:05 AM on Tuesday, your future orders will be completed every Tuesday at 11:05 AM. You can check the date of your next order with your plan details.3. How do I manage my recurring buy plan? You can manage your plan easily from your plan details.Published on Jan 23, 2025Updated on Dec 31, 202550How do I fix errors when submitting my institutional verification?
Use the progress bar on the side to navigate and fill out any remaining sections. Note: Document should be an original copy (preferably in PDF file format), clear quality, and smaller than 20MB. Please clear your browser’s cache and cookies, and restart your browser before trying again. Navigate the status of your details via the progress bar Learn more on how you can fix the errors on your Institutional account application here.Published on Oct 10, 2024Updated on Oct 8, 202560What attestation do we need to agree to when verifying as an institutional customer?
As part of OKX onboarding process, the entity making an application (hereafter, the "Applicant") to be verified and onboarded as an institutional customer shall have to agree, acknowledge and attest the following statements: Applicant hereby makes the statements set forth herein, with effect from the date of execution, to provide OKX with certain information needed to confirm that Applicant is...Published on Feb 5, 2024Updated on Oct 8, 2025131How do I track my assets when trading in Spot and Futures mode?
Your settings will be retained even when you reopen the app.Published on Oct 23, 2024Updated on Feb 12, 202619How to prevent phishing emails?
If any of these fields show fail, the email did not pass authentication and is likely sent from an unauthorized source. spf=fail dkim=fail dmarc=fail Check out “How do I check if an email is officially from OKX using an EML file?” to learn more.Reminders Whenever you receive an email that seems unusual, keep the following in mind: Don't click any links or follow instructions immediately Phishing emails often pretend to be urgent or appealing, pause and check first.Published on Jun 24, 2025Updated on Dec 16, 20253Affiliate FAQ
When I'm registering, I notice that there's a default affiliate invitation code already filled in and it can't be edited. Can I be allowed to edit it? No, it isn't allowed. The default invitation codes come from paid channels, such as affiliates, referrals, paid advertisements, and many more. To ensure fair competition among all channels, you can't edit the invitation codes on the registration page.7. How long does the affiliate application process take?Published on Dec 4, 2024Updated on Apr 6, 2026722How do I unlock my deposit when the Travel Rule additional verification is required?
You can find out more about the Travel Rule in the Travel Rule FAQ. You can unlock your deposit with the following guide:1. Start the deposit unlocking process Go to the Asset page, find your locked deposit, and select Submit Select submit to start additional verification2.Published on Apr 29, 2024Updated on Dec 31, 20251Why do I need to fill in tags (tag/memo) when I withdraw or deposit certain cryptos?
Then, submit the request and complete the necessary password or verification steps.Important note: If you’re withdrawing to a saved address from your address book, the Tag/Memo field may not appear, as it was already saved when the address was added. If the Tag/Memo is entered incorrectly, the funds may not be credited successfully. In this case, please click the Get help button below to submit feedback and contact our support team.Published on Aug 22, 2023Updated on Mar 4, 2026414