How to Lock Your Aadhaar Biometrics

Protect your identity & stop Aadhaar fraud using the mAadhaar app!

What is the mAadhaar App?

It is the official mobile application developed by UIDAI. Allows you to carry your digital Aadhaar card everywhere. Features advanced security tools, including biometric locking.

Downloading Aadhaar

Android Users: Open Google Play Store.

iOS Users: Open Apple App Store.

Search for Aadhaar and download the official app published by UIDAI.

Profile Setup Steps

Open the app and create a 4-digit Security PIN.

Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar number.

nter the OTP sent to your registered mobile number to complete verification.

Why Enable Biometric Lock?

Prevents unauthorized fingerprint and iris authentication.

Protects you against banking frauds and illegal SIM card issuance.

Ensures your sensitive biometric data remains 100% secure.

How to Lock Your Biometrics

Log in to the app and open the My Aadhaar section.

Tap on Biometric Lock.

Enter your PIN/OTP and confirm to lock.

our biometric data is now fully locked!

Unlocking Biometrics for Verification

Need e-KYC or fingerprint authentication? Select Unlock Biometrics in the app.

Biometrics will automatically unlock for 10 minutes.

It will re-lock automatically after the time expires.

Secure Your Identity Today!

aking a few minutes to lock your biometrics safeguards your digital privacy.

Tip: Never share your OTP, PIN, or Aadhaar details with strangers.