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How do I stay safe from phishing SMS using the name OKX?
Due to limitations in SMS technology, sender names can be easily spoofed. This means fraudulent messages can appear right alongside your real OKX alerts—such as those for login activity or withdrawals—making it difficult to tell the difference at first glance.This manipulation of SMS sender ID is what makes these phishing attempts particularly dangerous and effective.How does phishing SMS work?Published on 9 May 2025Updated on 4 Mar 2026FAQ321I haven't received the verification code
Check storage space: Make sure your SMS inbox isn’t full. Delete old messages if necessary. Review blocked messages: Check whether security apps or system settings are filtering or blocking SMS messages. Disable SMS-blocking apps: Temporarily turn off any SMS-blocking or filtering apps on your device. Check carrier status: Visit your mobile carrier’s official website or app to confirm whether the message was successfully delivered.Published on 16 Aug 2023Updated on 7 Apr 2026FAQ32,705How do I change my phone number?
Select Send code in both the New phone SMS verification and Current phone SMS verification fields. We'll send a 6-digit verification code to both your new and current phone numbers.Published on 7 Sept 2023Updated on 12 Mar 2026FAQ14,402How do I change my phone number?
Select Send code in both the New phone SMS verification and Current phone SMS verification fields. We'll send a 6-digit verification code to both your new and current phone numbers.Published on 7 Sept 2023Updated on 3 Nov 2025FAQ1How do I change my login password?
I haven’t received the SMS codeFacial recognition failed Please update your app to the latest version. To enhance account fund security, the fund password feature has been removed starting from App version 6.0.24. If your page still prompts you to enter or set a fund password, please update the App to the latest version. If you are unable to change the password on your own or are unsure how to proceed, please contact customer support for assistance.Published on 22 Aug 2023Updated on 4 Mar 2026FAQ19,591How do I update my authenticator app?
You'll receive an email/SMS confirmation upon changing authenticator app successfully. Note: Follow here if you aren't receiving the SMS code and here to reset Two-factor authentication (2FA)Web Go to the Profile icon and select Security. Find Security on the Profile page Find Authenticator app and select Change. Find Authenticator app in the Authentication methods section Select Continue and follow the on-screen instructions.Published on 1 Aug 2024Updated on 16 Mar 2026FAQ177How can you protect yourself from a phishing attack?
Whenever you find an SMS or email is suspicious, you're always welcome to contact our support center that's available 24/7 to verify the authenticity of the message.Published on 17 Aug 2023Updated on 3 Mar 2026FAQ3,692How do I update my login password?
remember my login password Open your OKX app and select Menu Open Menu page Select Profile and settings, find Security, and select Login password under the Authentication methods section Fill in the information below and confirm: Current login password New login password 8-32 characters long 1 lowercase character 1 uppercase character 1 number 1 symbol Complete the Security authentication (such as Phone / Email authentication / Authenticator app code) that you've set up and select Confirm An email/SMSPublished on 22 Aug 2023Updated on 15 Oct 2025FAQ29How do I manage my P2P settings?
If you receive a suspicious email, SMS, or voice call, try to verify it through our official verification tool. If you have any questions, start with our AI chatbot: you can find it in the OKX Support Center on the website or in the app. You can also contact our customer support through chatbot.Published on 22 Aug 2023Updated on 17 Mar 2026FAQ2,527How do I change my authenticator app?
You'll receive an email/SMS confirmation upon changing authenticator app successfully.Web Go to the Profile icon and select Security. Find Security on the Profile page Find authenticator app and select Change. Find Authenticator app in the Authentication methods section Select Continue and follow the on-screen instructions.Published on 11 Sept 2023Updated on 6 Apr 2026FAQ4,291How can I protect myself from scammers?
Also, when you've a large number of orders, don't release your crypto based on an email or SMS notification. Scammers can send a fake SMS which at first glance looks like an SMS from a bank. Or they may send you a fake email, pretending to be from payment services such as Wise or AdvCash. Always check the email address to make sure the domain matches with the service domain. Raise a dispute if the domains don't match. Be cautious of 'partial payment or amount manipulation' scams.Published on 21 Aug 2023Updated on 3 Mar 2026FAQ12,075How long does it take to complete my identity verification?
You'll receive confirmation that you’ve been verified by SMS or email. If you haven’t heard from us after 24 hours, check out Support Center or contact AI chatbot for assistance.Published on 5 Sept 2023Updated on 6 Apr 2026FAQ7,025How do I add my emergency contact?
If your account stays inactive for the period you've chosen, we'll first try to contact you by email and SMS. If we don’t hear back or see any login activity within your selected response timeframe, we’ll begin contacting your nominated emergency contact by email and SMS. Follow-up messages will be sent every 10 days until we receive a response or your account is reactivated.Published on 24 Jul 2025Updated on 12 Feb 2026FAQ260How do I withdraw USD with International wire transfer as a Singapore user?
Enter the amount you wish to withdraw Enter your authorization code or SMS code and select Withdraw to submit your USD withdrawal Notes To add a withdrawal account, you must first make an initial deposit from that account to your OKX account.Published on 12 Mar 2025Updated on 3 Dec 2025FAQHow do I freeze my account? (app)
if you decide to unfreeze the account, you can contact our customer service for assistance.Getting Started Open your OKX app and select Menu Select Menu at the top left corner Go to Profile and Settings and select Security Find Account management at the Security page, select Freeze account Select Reason to freeze account Read what'll happen after freezing your account What'll happen after you freeze your account Tick the relevant terms if you confirmed freezing it and select Freeze account Get SMSPublished on 11 Jul 2024Updated on 5 Apr 2026FAQ7