OnePlus phones have a large base of loyal users both domestically and internationally, known for their "Never Settle" product philosophy and a smooth experience close to stock Android. However, starting in 2022, the system for OnePlus phones in the domestic market fully switched from HydrogenOS to ColorOS, while the overseas versions running OxygenOS also gradually integrated the underlying code of ColorOS. This means that the process of installing the Binance APP on a domestic OnePlus phone today is highly similar to OPPO phones, requiring you to handle ColorOS's security scans and permission controls. Before starting the installation, the first thing is to go to the Binance official website to register your trading account, which can be done quickly with just an email address or phone number. Once the account is registered, obtain the Android installation package through the Binance official APP download page. Downloading from the official channel is the first line of defense for your asset's security. If you are using an Apple iPhone instead of a OnePlus Android phone, please head over to the iOS installation guide for specific installation instructions. This tutorial covers all OnePlus devices running ColorOS or OxygenOS, including the OnePlus 12 series, OnePlus Ace 3 series, OnePlus Ace 2 series, and OnePlus Nord series. Whether your OnePlus phone is the domestic version or the overseas version, you can find the corresponding installation method here.
System Differences Between Domestic and Overseas OnePlus Versions
Understanding which system your OnePlus phone runs is the first step in installing Binance, as the operation paths differ significantly between systems:
Domestic OnePlus (ColorOS): All domestic OnePlus phones released after 2022 run the ColorOS system (same as OPPO). Installing external APKs requires handling ColorOS's security scans and permission controls, and the process is basically identical to OPPO phones.
Overseas OnePlus (OxygenOS 14+): Overseas OnePlus phones run OxygenOS, but OxygenOS 14 and higher versions have deeply integrated the underlying code of ColorOS. The experience of installing external APKs lies somewhere between pure stock Android and ColorOS—more relaxed than the domestic version, but with a few more security checks than pure stock Android.
Older OxygenOS (13 and earlier): OnePlus phones running OxygenOS 13 and earlier versions offer an experience closer to stock Android. Installing external APKs is very simple, with almost no extra security interceptions.
To check your system version: Settings > About device > Software version.
Domestic OnePlus (ColorOS) Installation Tutorial
Step 1: Enable Installation Permissions
Settings > Password & security > System security > Install apps from external sources.
Find your browser in the list and turn on the "Allow apps from this source" switch.
Step 2: Download the APK
Open your browser, visit the Binance official website download page, and select the Android version to download.
If the browser prompts that the file is risky, select "Continue downloading". If the browser outright blocks the download, switch to using the Chrome browser.
Step 3: Install
Click the downloaded APK file. Possible prompts during installation:
"This app has not passed security testing": Wait for the countdown to end, then click "Continue installing".
"Installation blocked": You need to turn off App Installation Protection. Settings > Password & security > System security > App installation protection > Turn off.
"Recommended to download from App Market": Click "Ignore" or "Install anyway".
Step 4: Complete Installation
After successful installation, open the APP to start using it.
Overseas OnePlus (OxygenOS) Installation Tutorial
OxygenOS 14+ Versions
The installation process for OxygenOS 14 is slightly simpler than the domestic ColorOS version, but still requires authorizing installation permissions:
Settings > Security & Privacy > Install unknown apps.
Find your browser and enable "Allow from this source".
After downloading the APK, click to install. If a Google Play Protect warning appears, simply select "Install anyway".
OxygenOS 13 and Earlier Versions
This is the simplest scenario. OxygenOS 13 and earlier versions are close to stock Android, and there are virtually no extra hurdles to installing external APKs:
Settings > Apps > Special app access > Install unknown apps > Select your browser > Enable.
After downloading the APK, install it directly; you generally won't encounter any security interceptions.
System Settings Post-Installation
Battery Optimization (Domestic ColorOS)
Settings > Battery > More battery settings > Find Binance > Do not optimize.
Settings > App management > Auto-launch > Binance > Enable.
Lock the Binance background card in the recent tasks menu.
Battery Optimization (Overseas OxygenOS)
Settings > Battery > Battery optimization > All apps > Binance > Don't optimize.
Background management in OxygenOS is more relaxed than in ColorOS; simply setting the battery to "Don't optimize" is usually sufficient.
Notification Settings
Domestic Version: Settings > Notifications & status bar > Manage notifications > Binance > Enable all.
Overseas Version: Settings > Notifications > App notifications > Binance > Enable all.
Network Permissions
Ensure Binance has dual network access for both WiFi and mobile data.
Domestic Version: Settings > App management > Binance > Data usage > Check both WLAN and Mobile data.
Performance Advantages of OnePlus Phones
OnePlus phones are renowned for their high-performance hardware, featuring Snapdragon 8 series flagship processors, high refresh rate screens (up to 120Hz or even higher), and large amounts of RAM (12GB/16GB/24GB). These hardware advantages bring noticeable experience improvements when using the Binance APP:
High Refresh Rate: A 120Hz screen makes the scrolling and animations in the Binance APP much smoother. OnePlus's high refresh rate screen technology is top-tier in its price range.
Large RAM: Having 16GB or more of RAM means Binance can remain active in the background for a long time without being easily killed by the system. This also reduces the necessity for strict background keep-alive settings (though basic settings are still recommended).
Flagship Processor: Keeps everything fluid when loading complex candlestick charts, switching between multiple trading pairs, or running the futures trading interface.
Enabling High-Performance Mode
OnePlus phones (domestic ColorOS versions) have a High-performance mode switch: Settings > Battery > High performance mode > Enable.
When enabled, the Binance APP's response speed will improve, but it will increase power consumption. It is recommended to enable this temporarily when intensive trading is needed.
OnePlus Open Foldable Phone
The OnePlus Open is OnePlus's first foldable phone, running OxygenOS or ColorOS (depending on the sales region). The basic steps to install Binance are the same as for the corresponding system versions mentioned above.
When unfolded for the large screen, the Binance APP's display generally adapts automatically. If you encounter display issues:
Domestic Version: Settings > Display & brightness > Large screen app adaptation > Binance > Select compatibility mode.
Overseas Version: Settings > Display > App display ratio > Binance > Select the appropriate ratio.
The split-screen feature of the OnePlus Open can simultaneously display Binance and other apps, which is very practical during trading.
OnePlus Phones Running Custom ROMs
OnePlus phones are very popular in the geek community, and many users flash custom ROMs (like LineageOS, Pixel Experience, etc.). If your OnePlus phone is running a custom ROM:
Installing the Binance APK is usually even simpler, as custom ROMs generally don't have extra security interceptions. You only need to authorize the "Install unknown apps" permission in settings.
However, note that some custom ROMs might affect the SafetyNet (Google security certification) status. While the Binance APP currently does not mandate passing SafetyNet verification, this might change in the future.
Running Binance on a rooted device poses certain security risks (malicious apps could use root privileges to steal Binance data), so use with caution.
Older HydrogenOS Users
If your OnePlus phone is still running HydrogenOS (OnePlus's early customized system for the domestic market), the steps to install Binance are very simple:
Settings > Security & lock screen > Install unknown apps > Select your browser > Enable.
After downloading the APK, install it directly; HydrogenOS rarely presents security interceptions. However, the corresponding system version for HydrogenOS might be quite old (Android 12 or earlier). If you encounter compatibility issues, it is recommended to upgrade the system to the latest ColorOS version.
Frequently Asked Questions
Cannot open after installation, showing "App not installed": This might be caused by conflicting residual files from a previous installation. Settings > App management > Find Binance (if it exists) > Uninstall. Then reinstall.
Binance needs reconfiguration after a domestic OnePlus system update: ColorOS system updates might reset some permission settings. After updating, check if installation permissions, battery optimization, auto-launch, etc., are still correctly configured.
Using the Chinese version of Binance on overseas OnePlus phones: After downloading the Binance APP, you can simply switch the language within the APP; there is no need to download a specialized Chinese version.
Conclusion
The difficulty of installing Binance on a OnePlus phone depends on your system version. Overseas OxygenOS is the easiest, domestic ColorOS requires handling the same security controls as OPPO, and older HydrogenOS versions are also very straightforward. The high-performance hardware configurations of OnePlus phones make the Binance usage experience excellent, especially with the high refresh rate screens and large RAM ensuring smooth trading operations and effective background keep-alives. By following the operations corresponding to your system version in this tutorial, you can successfully install and use Binance on your OnePlus phone.