Aadhaar cards can be locked by UIDAI to avoid fraud if lost or stolen. In this article we will explain how to lock Aadhaar cards via the UIDAI website…
UIDAI users can now lock their Aadhaar cards to avoid fraud in case of loss or theft. This service locks all authentication attempts. Users can unlock it by recovering or replacing their Aadhaar on the UIDAI website or using their registered mobile number. Aadhaar card loss protection: here are some tips.
Aadhaar (UID) Lock and Unlock?
Locking Aadhaar prevents unauthorized authentication.
UIDAI allows Aadhaar locking and unlocking for security.Locking Aadhaar Card via UIDAI?
Go to UIDAI website: https://uidai.gov.in/.
Click 'Aadhaar Lock/Unlock' under 'My Aadhaar'.
Enter your Aadhaar number, full name, and PIN code under 'Lock UID'.
Confirm with an OTP on your registered mobile number.SMS Aadhaar lock: Step-by-step
OTP request SMS from registered phone to 1947 with 'GETOTP'.
SMS 'LOCKUID OTP' to 1947 to lock.
Receive SMS confirmation after locking Aadhaar.How to unlock Aadhaar?
Go to UIDAI website: https://uidai.gov.in/.
Go to ‘My Aadhaar’ and click ‘Aadhaar Lock/Unlock’.
Select ‘Unlock UID’ and input 16-digit Virtual ID.
Confirm with an OTP on your registered mobile number.
SMS Aadhaar unlocking
OTP request SMS from registered phone to 1947 with ‘GETOTP’.
SMS ‘UNLOCKUID OTP’ to 1947 to unlock.
Receive SMS confirmation after unlocking Aadhaar.
Key points to remember
Lost Aadhaar should be locked to prevent misuse.
The 16-digit Virtual ID from locking is needed to unlock.
OTP from registered cellphone is needed to lock and unlock.
To prevent fraud and illegal use, you must lock and unlock your Aadhaar with UIDAI processes.
Secure your Virtual ID and use it properly to protect your identity and personal information.
Conclusion
Aadhaar cards can now be locked by UIDAI to avoid fraud in case of loss or theft. Users can recover or replace their Aadhaar on the UIDAI website or using their registered mobile number to unlock it when all authentication attempts fail. Users can lock an Aadhaar card by visiting the UIDAI website, clicking on ‘My Aadhaar’, choosing ‘Lock UID’, entering their number, complete name, and PIN code, and sending an OTP request SMS to 1947. The 16-digit Virtual ID from locking is needed to unlock. Users must appropriately utilize and secure their Virtual ID to prevent fraud.
