The new Aadhaar app, designed by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), has been updated to improve the user experience and ensure better accessibility for people who need to manage their Aadhaar data. Here's a brief overview of what the new app offers and how it works:
Aadhaar eKYC: The app facilitates easy eKYC (Electronic Know Your Customer), which helps users link their Aadhaar with various services and applications that require identity verification.
Aadhaar Virtual ID Generation: One of the primary privacy features is the option to generate a Virtual ID. The Virtual ID acts as a temporary replacement for the Aadhaar number and can be shared with services that require verification, without exposing the Aadhaar number itself.
Aadhaar Lock/Unlock: You can lock or unlock your Aadhaar number using the app. This adds an additional layer of security by preventing unauthorized access to your Aadhaar data.
Aadhaar Update: The app allows you to update certain details linked with your Aadhaar, such as your address. However, more significant changes, like a name change or biometric updates, need to be done through UIDAI’s official channels.
QR Code Scan: The app can scan and validate the Aadhaar QR code of other individuals. This helps businesses and service providers to quickly and securely verify Aadhaar details.
Aadhaar Authentication: It supports Aadhaar-based authentication for services, meaning it can verify your identity for a variety of uses, from government schemes to private sector services.
Download Aadhaar: You can easily download a digital copy of your Aadhaar card or an eAadhaar, which is a valid digital version of your physical Aadhaar card.
Enhanced Security: With a fingerprint or IRIS scan, the app is designed to offer biometric-based authentication, which adds another layer of security when accessing or updating Aadhaar details.
Aadhaar Status Tracker: It lets you track the status of your Aadhaar or any request made regarding updates or reprints.
Download the App: The Aadhaar app is available for download on both Android and iOS platforms through the Google Play Store and Apple App Store.
Set Up the App: After installation, you will need to link your phone number with your Aadhaar. This is required for receiving OTPs for authentication and updates.
Navigating Features: Once set up, the app’s main interface will allow you to access various features, including the ability to check your Aadhaar details, update them, or download an eAadhaar.
Security Features: To lock/unlock Aadhaar or generate a Virtual ID, users will need to authenticate with their biometric or OTP-based login.
Convenience: Everything is in one app, from authentication to updates, making it user-friendly.
Privacy Protection: The Virtual ID feature reduces the risk of Aadhaar misuse by enabling users to share a disposable ID instead of their original number.
Security: The app comes with enhanced security measures, including OTPs, biometrics, and the option to lock the Aadhaar number.
Accessibility: It simplifies the process for individuals who need to authenticate or update their Aadhaar details remotely.
Internet Access: Since the app connects to UIDAI’s servers for authentication and updates, a stable internet connection is required.
Aadhaar Safety: It’s crucial to be cautious about sharing your Aadhaar details. Lock your Aadhaar to ensure that it’s not accessed without your permission.
Limited Updates via App: While many updates can be handled via the app, complex issues like biometric updates or name changes require visiting UIDAI centers.