FAQs

The app places control over data sharing directly in the hands of the Aadhaar Number Holder. The ANH can choose to share Aadhaar data either full or in part, with whom, and for what purpose.

The app includes face authentication-based onboarding, consent-based selective data sharing, and biometric lock features that protect identity and ensure that only Aadhaar Number Holders (ANH) can access their Aadhaar information.

Any Aadhaar Number Holder who seeks a secure, convenient, and privacy-centric way to verify identity, share Aadhaar information, and manage personal identity data can use the Aadhaar App.

The Aadhaar app cannot be used when developer mode is enabled. This restriction is implemented to ensure data security and user protection.

Aadhaar Verifiable Credentials are machine-readable files that can be shared via WhatsApp or email. They can be read using UIDAI-issued tools and prescribed technical standards

Consent management in the Aadhaar app is governed by the Aadhaar Act and other applicable laws. No identity data is shared without the explicit consent of the Aadhaar Number Holder.

The processing time for mobile number and/or address updates is up to 30 days. Once the update is successfully completed, the revised data is reflected in the Aadhaar app.

QR codes on PVC Aadhaar cards and e-Aadhaar will continue to work and can be scanned easily using the Aadhaar App or Aadhaar QR Code scanner for identity verification.

The QR-based verifiable presentation follows a UIDAI specification and OPENID4VP, but the reading capability is limited to the Aadhaar App, Aadhaar QR Code scanner only.

No SDK is required. The OVSE must follow the QR generation guidelines issued by UIDAI. A registered OVSE may contact UIDAI for any technical support related to QR generation.