UIDAI Launches New Aadhaar App for Digital and Secure Identity Use

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has introduced a new Aadhaar mobile application for both Android and iOS platforms. The app is currently available in early access, allowing residents to explore its features, test its performance and share feedback before the final version is released. With this launch, users can carry their Aadhaar digitally and use it instantly whenever identity verification is needed.

A Digital Way to Use Aadhaar

The new Aadhaar app is designed to give users a simple and secure digital alternative to the physical Aadhaar card. While physical cards will continue to be issued, the digital version helps reduce paperwork and makes verification much faster. It can be used for a wide range of services such as banking, school and college admissions, driving licence applications, passport services and more.

The app focuses on giving residents better control over their personal information. It aims to make routine verification processes smoother while ensuring that privacy is maintained at all times.

Key Features of the New Aadhaar App

The app offers several user-friendly features:

• Users can share Aadhaar digitally without needing physical copies.
• Aadhaar details can be shared using a QR code or as verifiable digital credentials.
• Shared information is masked, ensuring the full 12-digit Aadhaar number is not revealed.
• Up to five Aadhaar profiles can be added on one device, provided all profiles are linked to the same registered mobile number. This is especially useful for parents managing their children's Aadhaar.
• The app includes biometric locking and unlocking. When locked, biometric data stays secure until the user chooses to unlock or disable it.

These features aim to increase convenience while maintaining a high level of security.

How to Use the New Aadhaar App?

Using the app is simple and involves a few steps:

1. Download the app from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store.
2. Choose your preferred language and enter your Aadhaar number.
3. Verify your registered mobile number using an OTP.
4. Authenticate your identity using a face scan or biometric.
5. Add your Aadhaar profile.
6. Set a six-digit security PIN to protect access.

Once set up, users can view their Aadhaar details, share masked credentials, retrieve their QR code and manage biometric security.

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Conclusion

The new UIDAI Aadhaar app marks a significant step towards convenient and secure digital identity management in India. By offering simplified verification and strong privacy controls, it enhances the way residents use Aadhaar in everyday services. The early-access phase will help UIDAI refine the app further before its wider rollout.

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