Updated Rules checked 2026-10-11
Switching referrers on Ourbit comes down to two situations. If your account has no referrer yet, you can add an invitation code yourself on the official referral page with “Bind referrer”. If you’ve already bound one, Ourbit states that it can’t be changed, and there’s no switch request. This guide covers the rules Ourbit has published, what to watch out for with the “sign up again with a new email” method that circulates online, and the steps if you go through Fee Otter.
The official rules below were checked on 2026-10-11 and are provided for reference.
Can you add or switch an Ourbit referral code?
| Your situation | Possible? | What to do |
|---|---|---|
| You didn’t enter an invitation code at sign-up and have no referrer | Yes | Log in, open the referral page, tap “Bind referrer” and enter an invitation code. Ourbit doesn’t state a deadline for adding one; what counts is whether the page still shows this button |
| You already have a referrer and want to switch to someone else | No | Ourbit states that users who are already bound can’t change the binding, and there are no rules for switch requests or reassignment after inactivity |
| You want to open another account with a new email or phone number | Risky | The user agreement states that each user’s account is their sole account, and Ourbit identifies linked accounts through devices, IP addresses and other means |
| You want to delete your account and sign up again | Risky | Deletion has to be requested from Ourbit and approved; the user agreement also states that Ourbit can directly delete an account registered again after service was terminated |
No referrer yet: how do you add an Ourbit invitation code?
Ourbit’s referral page has a “My referrer” field and a “Bind referrer” window. The window says: “Users who are already bound are not allowed to change their binding relationship, and an invitation code cannot be modified once bound. Please make sure the invitation code you enter is correct.” In other words, an account without a referrer can add one itself, once, and can’t switch after that.
- Log in to Ourbit on a computer or in the app and open the referral page.
- Find “My referrer”, tap bind, and enter the invitation code in the “Referrer’s invitation code” field. If you’re going through Fee Otter, its Ourbit invitation code is
FEEOTTER. - Check the code once more before you submit. If the system shows “Invalid invitation code”, the code was mistyped or has been deactivated.
Ourbit doesn’t state a deadline for adding a referrer, and doesn’t say whether accounts that have already deposited or traded can still add one. If you can still see “Bind referrer” on the page after logging in, your account can currently add a referrer.
Already have a referrer: can you still switch on Ourbit?
The referral page rules only say “cannot be modified once bound”, and Ourbit’s help center has nothing on switch requests, affiliate recall links, or reassignment after a period of inactivity. If your account is already bound to someone else’s invitation code, Ourbit offers no official way to change referrers. Two methods circulate online. Neither is an official process, so understand the risks first.
Opening a new account with an unregistered email or phone number
Fee Otter’s Ourbit switching guide describes this method: take an email or phone number that has never been registered on Ourbit, sign up again through Fee Otter’s Ourbit sign-up link, then move your trading to the new account. Ourbit’s KYC page does state that accounts without KYC can withdraw 30 BTC every 24 hours, and 200 BTC after advanced verification, so a new account is usable without identity verification.
However, Article 13 of Ourbit’s user agreement states that the account created at registration is the sole account through which the user logs in to Ourbit and uses its services. The same article goes on to state that Ourbit has the right to identify linked accounts through shared device information, IP addresses, behavior patterns and other means, and to treat them as jointly controlled; in case of a violation, it can freeze or restrict accounts and positions, cancel abnormal orders or improperly obtained gains, and even permanently disable accounts. The referral page rules also state that Ourbit doesn’t allow self-invitation through multiple accounts held by one person, and that in case of a violation the referral relationship and any rewards generated are void. Ourbit doesn’t say whether one person opening another account and binding someone else’s invitation code counts as a violation. If you really want to do this, assess it yourself first, or ask Ourbit support.
Deleting your old account and signing up again
Article 10 of the user agreement sets out the deletion process: pay all amounts owed, withdraw any withdrawable assets, apply to Ourbit to freeze the account, and the account is formally deleted once Ourbit approves. Article 33 states that if a user registers again, directly or indirectly, or registers under someone else’s name, Ourbit has the right to delete the account directly. The help center doesn’t say how long after deletion you can sign up again with the same email, phone number or identity details. This route involves waiting for a review and the outcome is uncertain; this site doesn’t recommend deleting your account just to change referrers.
Whichever method you use, don’t register or complete KYC with a family member’s or anyone else’s identity details. The user agreement states that if someone else’s identity details are used to register without authorization, Ourbit can suspend or terminate service and delete the registration data.
How do you confirm your Ourbit invitation code is bound?
- Referral page: log in and open the referral page. “My referrer” shows the invitation code you bound, and the “Bind referrer” button no longer appears. For other exchanges, see the referral code lookup guide.
- Self-rebate history: the “Self-rebate history” on the referral page shows the self-rebate generated by each of your futures and spot (non-margin) trades. Under the referral page rules, spot rebates are paid at about 08:00 the day after the trade and futures rebates at about 09:00 (UTC+8); actual timing may be later.
Since 2024-09-03, all spot pairs on Ourbit have 0 trading fees (Ourbit’s zero spot fee announcement), so at the moment only futures and DEX trades generate rebates. If you only trade spot, switching referrers makes no difference to your fees.
How do you bind Ourbit through Fee Otter?
- New sign-up: register through Fee Otter’s Ourbit sign-up link and check that the invitation code field shows
FEEOTTERbefore you submit. If you already have an account but no referrer, addFEEOTTERon the referral page. - Sign up for Fee Otter and link your Ourbit UID on the member page. Linking only needs your UID, never your password, verification codes or API keys.
- Fee Otter states that Ourbit has no affiliate API, so its team manually checks whether your UID is under its invitation code. Its guide says a code can’t be added after sign-up, which differs from the add-a-referrer feature on Ourbit’s referral page; if you’re adding a referrer that way, ask Fee Otter support whether it will be recognized before you bind.
Fee Otter’s rebate page lists Ourbit at 70% (50% automatic from the exchange + 20% extra from Fee Otter) (checked 2026-10-11). The extra 20% is paid by Fee Otter, not the exchange, and not Kevin Wu. If you’d rather use only an invitation code without a rebate site, see Ourbit invitation code.
What are the risks of switching on Ourbit?
- You can add a referrer only once: if you enter the wrong invitation code, Ourbit states that it can’t be modified after binding.
- Fees paid before you add a referrer aren’t counted retroactively: Ourbit doesn’t say that adding a referrer applies retroactively, so check the “Self-rebate history” for rebates starting from trades made after binding.
- Rebates have a time limit: the referral page states that referrer rebates are valid for 1080 days from the friend’s sign-up date. Ourbit doesn’t state whether, for an account that added a referrer later, this counts from the sign-up date or the binding date.
- Not every fee counts: fees paid with futures bonuses (trial funds) and deposit or withdrawal fees don’t earn rebates, and fees from abnormal trades aren’t counted either.
- Multiple accounts and deletion: as covered above, the user agreement states that each account is the user’s sole account, and linked accounts may be frozen or disabled. Think it through before moving assets.
- Futures risk: rebates come only from futures and DEX trades, but futures and leveraged trading can wipe out your entire margin in a short time. Don’t trade more just to earn rebates.
FAQ
Can I change my Ourbit referral code?
No. Ourbit’s referral page states that users who are already bound can’t change the binding, and that an invitation code can’t be modified once bound. Ourbit also has no switch request.
Can I add a referral code after signing up on Ourbit?
Yes, if your account has no referrer yet: go to the referral page and enter an invitation code with “Bind referrer”. Ourbit doesn’t state a deadline; what counts is whether the button is on the page after you log in. For other exchanges’ rules, see can you add a referral code after sign-up.
How much rebate do I get after switching?
It depends on the invitation code you bind. Ourbit affiliates can set the self-rebate share they pass on to invitees, so it differs from code to code. Fee Otter’s rebate page lists Ourbit at 70% (50% automatic from the exchange + 20% extra from Fee Otter) (checked 2026-10-11). Spot currently has 0 fees, so rebates come only from futures and DEX trades.
Do I have to complete KYC on a new Ourbit account?
Not necessarily. Ourbit’s KYC page states that without KYC you can withdraw 30 BTC every 24 hours, and 200 BTC after advanced verification. Opening another account still carries the multi-account risks described above, though, so KYC isn’t the only thing to consider.
A rebate site is asking for my password or API key. Should I give it?
No. Linking a rebate site only needs your UID; ignore any site that asks for your password, verification codes or API keys. For more, see how to spot a rebate scam.
To compare which exchanges allow switching, see the guide to switching referral codes. If a rebate hasn’t arrived, see what to do if a referral rebate doesn’t arrive; for common reasons rebates are canceled, see rebate cancellation rules; for how rebate sites differ, see how to choose a rebate site; and each exchange’s invitation code is listed in the exchange referral code overview.