How to Lock Your Aadhaar Card: A Step-by-Step Guide

NewsPatiala, October 22, 2023: The Aadhaar card is one of the most important documents in India, but it is also one of the most vulnerable to misuse. If your Aadhaar card is lost or stolen, it is important to lock it immediately to prevent unauthorized access.

What does locking your Aadhaar card do?

When you lock your Aadhaar card, it disables all authentication methods, including biometrics, demographics, and OTP. This means that no one can use your Aadhaar card to authenticate themselves or access any services that require Aadhaar authentication.

How to lock your Aadhaar card online

1. Visit the UIDAI website: https://uidai.gov.in/
2. Click on the My Aadhaar tab.
3. Click on Aadhaar Lock/Unlock under the Aadhaar Services section.
4. Click on the Lock UID option.
5. Enter your Aadhaar number, name, and pin code.
6. Click on Send OTP.
7. Enter the OTP.
8. Your Aadhaar card will now be locked.

How to lock your Aadhaar card through SMS

1. Send a message to 1947 from your mobile number linked with your Aadhaar card.
2. In the message, type GETOTP followed by the last four digits of your Aadhaar number.
3. You will receive an OTP.
4. Send another message to 1947, typing LOCKUID followed by the last four digits of your Aadhaar number and the OTP.
5. Your Aadhaar card will now be locked.

How to unlock your Aadhaar card

To unlock your Aadhaar card, you can follow the same steps as above, but select the Unlock UID option instead. You will need to generate and enter an OTP to unlock your Aadhaar card.

Tips for keeping your Aadhaar card safe

• Never share your Aadhaar number or card with anyone you don’t trust.
• Be careful about where you submit your Aadhaar card copies. Only submit copies to trusted entities that require Aadhaar authentication for legitimate purposes.
• Keep your Aadhaar card safe and secure. If you lose your card, report it to UIDAI immediately and lock your Aadhaar card.

Conclusion

Locking your Aadhaar card is a simple and effective way to protect yourself from fraud and misuse. If you lose your Aadhaar card or suspect that it may have been compromised, lock it immediately to prevent unauthorized access.