Binance's sub-account feature allows you to create multiple independent sub-accounts under one master account, each with its own trading records and assets. This is very useful for multi-strategy management or team collaboration.
What Can Sub-Accounts Do?
1. Strategy isolation Assign different trading strategies to different sub-accounts. For example, one for spot DCA, another for futures scalping — they don't interfere with each other, making it easy to track each strategy's performance independently.
2. Risk isolation Losses in a futures account don't affect other sub-accounts' funds. If one sub-account gets liquidated, funds in other sub-accounts remain safe.
3. Team collaboration If you have a trading team, assign each member a sub-account to operate independently. The master account can view all sub-account trading activity.
4. API separation Each sub-account can generate independent API keys, ideal for running multiple quantitative strategies.
If you're interested in sub-accounts, register on Binance first for the master account and complete identity verification.
Eligibility Requirements
Not all users can use sub-accounts. Typical requirements include:
- Intermediate or higher KYC verification completed
- Minimum account age requirement
- Some advanced features may require VIP status
Specific requirements may change — refer to the latest information on the Binance website.
Steps to Create a Sub-Account
- Log in to the Binance website (app functionality may be limited; web is recommended)
- Go to "Account Management" → "Sub-Accounts"
- Click "Create Sub-Account"
- Set the sub-account email address (each sub-account needs a unique email)
- Set the sub-account password
- Choose the sub-account type (Standard/Managed)
- Confirm creation
Standard sub-account: Has an independent login — can be logged into and operated separately Managed sub-account: Can only be managed through the master account; cannot log in independently
Managing Sub-Accounts
Fund transfers Funds can be freely transferred between the master account and sub-accounts — instant, no fees.
Path: Sub-Account Management → Asset Management → Transfer → Select master/sub-account → Choose currency and amount
Permission settings The master account can set different permissions for each sub-account:
- Whether spot trading is allowed
- Whether futures trading is allowed
- Whether withdrawals are allowed
- API permission configuration
Viewing sub-account activity The master account can view all sub-accounts':
- Asset balances
- Trading records
- Position details
- P&L data
Relationship Between Sub-Accounts and Master Account
- Sub-accounts inherit the master account's KYC — no re-verification needed
- Sub-account VIP level typically matches the master account
- The master account can freeze or unfreeze sub-accounts at any time
- Sub-accounts cannot self-delete; only the master account can manage them
Use Case Examples
Scenario 1: Personal multi-strategy management
- Master account: Holds BNB and long-term assets
- Sub-account A: Spot grid trading
- Sub-account B: Futures trading
- Sub-account C: Launchpool farming
Each strategy's performance is crystal clear, not mixed together.
Scenario 2: Family financial management
- Master account: Yours
- Sub-account: For family members to use, while you retain ultimate control
Scenario 3: Quantitative trading
- Each quant strategy uses a separate sub-account and independent API
- Even if one strategy fails, it doesn't affect other strategies' funds
Important Notes
- There's a limit on sub-account quantity, depending on your account tier
- Each sub-account requires a unique email address
- Sub-accounts cannot independently perform KYC — security is determined by the master account
- Some features (like C2C trading) may not be available on sub-accounts
- Master account security issues affect all sub-accounts
Sub-accounts are an advanced feature that most users may not need. But once your trading scale and strategy count reach a certain level, sub-accounts make management much easier.