UIDAI Launches New Aadhaar App: Revolutionary Offline Verification with Enhanced Privacy Controls

The new Aadhaar app offers users the flexibility to verify and share complete or selective Aadhaar information securely.

New Delhi:

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) is launching a revolutionary new Aadhaar app that will transform identity verification across the country by providing a secure, paperless solution. This upcoming application will enable offline Aadhaar verification, giving users complete control over their personal data while maintaining privacy and security standards.

UIDAI officials have revealed that the app will permit identity verification without exposing sensitive Aadhaar details, significantly reducing fraud and misuse risks. The platform will feature options for sharing selective information from Aadhaar cards and utilizing offline face verification, ensuring accessibility even in regions with poor internet connectivity.

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The officials elaborated on various offline verification applications, including hotel check-ins, residential society entry management, and event access control. They detailed different offline verification methods, highlighting QR-based verification that enables smooth identity confirmation without physical Aadhaar documentation. Users will benefit from the app's versatility, which allows verification and sharing of either complete or selective Aadhaar information, alongside offline facial verification for confirming physical presence.

The Key Features Of The New App

Selective Data Sharing: Users maintain control over shared information, choosing between full Aadhaar details or specific elements only.

Offline Verification: Identity verification functions without internet connectivity, making it suitable for remote locations.

Biometric Security: Enhanced protection through one-click biometric data locking/unlocking.

Family Integration: Management capabilities for up to five family members' Aadhaar details within a single app.

Additionally, the app will simplify mobile number and address updates, making these processes more efficient for users. According to UIDAI Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Bhuvnesh Kumar, this initiative will empower individuals with greater control over their identity and personal data, establishing a more secure and efficient nationwide identity verification system.