One of the main forms of identification for Indian citizens is now their Aadhaar card. For access to banking services, telecom connections, and government services, this 12-digit unique ID is crucial. Although many administrative procedures are made simpler by this document, if the card is not handled carefully, it can now be misused.
Many incidents in recent years have reportedly involved fraudsters using stolen Aadhaar details for identity theft, financial fraud, or unauthorized access to services because of the data associated with it.
How To Know If Someone is Using Your Aadhaar Card?
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However, how can you determine whether someone is abusing your Aadhaar? You can review the past uses of your Aadhaar Card number, including travel, lodging, banking, and other uses, even though you are unable to check directly. The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has launched tools to assist users in monitoring and safeguarding their Aadhaar usage in order to help people keep their Aadhaar secure and track its usage.
How To Check Aadhaar Card Usage History?
1. Access the myAadhaar website.
2. Click “Login With OTP” after entering your Aadhaar number and captcha code.
3. Your registered mobile number will receive an OTP. To access your account, enter it.
4. Pick the time frame you wish to examine by selecting the “Authentication History” option.
5. Examine the log for any transactions that seem strange or questionable. Report any unauthorized activity you come across to UIDAI right away.
How To Lock Aadhar Biometrics
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Additionally, to guard against abuse, UIDAI provides the ability to lock and unlock Aadhaar Card biometrics.
- Even if someone manages to obtain your Aadhaar credentials, locking your biometrics prevents them from abusing the data.
- To secure your Aadhaar biometrics: Check out the official UIDAI website. Proceed to the “Lock/Unlock Aadhaar” area.
- Read the Guidelines and go over the page’s instructions. Provide the necessary details:
- Enter the captcha code, PIN, name, and Virtual ID (VID). A one-time password will be sent to the registered mobile number you provided when you click “Send OTP.”
- Safeguard Your Biometric Information: After completing the process, lock your Aadhaar biometrics using the OTP.
You can either:
Call UIDAI’s toll-free helpline: 1947
Write your report and send it to Email: help@uidai.gov.in
