Aadhaar card is an important document, but its misuse can lead to financial loss and fraud. In such a situation, you should keep checking whether your Aadhaar card is being misused or not. In such a situation, if you see suspicious activity, you should call 1947 or email help@uidai.gov.in.
Aadhaar card is an important document. Every Aadhaar card comes with 12 unique digits. Aadhaar card is the most important document of today's time. If you have to travel somewhere or take admission or open a new bank account, you have to provide Aadhaar card as a document everywhere. Aadhaar card is necessary for people of all ages. Bal Aadhaar card is made for children, which is known as Blue Aadhaar card. However, do you know that Aadhaar card can become the reason for your financial loss and fraud. In such a situation, you should always check that your Aadhaar card is not being misused.
With the help of Aadhaar card activity, you can get information about misuse of Aadhaar. With the help of “Authentication History” feature of MyAadhaar portal, you can see Aadhaar activity.
How to check Aadhaar history
First go to the myAadhaar portal.
After this, go to the official myAadhaar website.
Then login with OTP.
Enter Aadhaar number and captcha code and submit.
After this, select authentication history and select the time you want to check.
If you see any suspicious activity, report it immediately.
How to report unauthorized activity
If you see suspicious activity linked to your Aadhaar number, the first thing you should do is call UIDAI's toll-free helpline number 1947.
After this, you should email your complaint to help@uidai.gov.in.
Lock Aadhaar biometrics
UIDAI users can use their biometric lock to prevent misuse of Aadhaar. This prevents misuse of your Aadhaar number and no one can access your biometric information without your permission.
How to lock Aadhaar biometrics
First go to the UIDAI website.
Then go to the lock/unlock biometrics section.
Enter your Virtual ID (VID), name, PIN code, and captcha code.
Then verify with OTP.
Aadhaar card update
One should always check Aadhaar activity. Also, check whether your Aadhaar details are being misused or not. UIDAI advises Aadhaar users to always keep their details updated. Users should keep phone number, address and biometric details updated. If you have not updated Aadhaar for the last 10 years, then your biometrics should be kept updated.