Is someone else using your Aadhaar Card? How to check

Is someone else using your Aadhaar Card? How to check

New Delhi: Aadhaar Card frauds are on the rise. There have been many cases where scammers have misused an individual’s Aadhaar card to withdraw cash. As per the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) report, Aadhaar-enabled payment comprises 11 per cent of financial frauds. With the increased usage of Aadhaar Card, data safety has become a concern. At times, we are also required to share Aadhaar details be it for a photocopy or other work. Aadhaar being an identification proof, we must be aware of its usage.

So, if you want to know if someone else has used your Aadhaar Card then you can check it with Aadhaar Authentication history.

What is Aadhaar Authentication history?

Aadhaar authentication history lets you know about when and where your Aadhaar card has been used. It provides detailed information about where your Aadhaar has been used for authentication in the last six months. You can check your Aadhaar authentication history on the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) Website or by installing the mAadhaar App on mobile. Remember that your mobile number should be linked to your Aadhaar card to avail of this service.

Steps to check Aadhaar Authentication history

Step 1: Visit UIDAI’s official website i.e https://resident.uidai.gov.in
Step 2: Click on ‘My Aadhaar’ tab
Step 3: Then, select ‘Aadhaar Authentication History’
Step 4: Enter the Aadhaar number to request an OTP verification. You will receive OTP on your registered mobile number.

After OTP verification you will be able to see your Aadhaar details and previous authentication requests. You can also check your Aadhaar authentication history through the mAadhaar App. For this, you will need your Aadhaar Number or VID to log in.

How to report misuse of Aadhaar?

If you have not performed any of the transactions listed in the records then, you should report it immediately. Aadhaar user can may contact the respective Authentication User Agency (AUA) to report about Aadhaar misuse.

 How To Check misuse of Aadhaar Card: There have been many cases where scammers have misused an individual’s Aadhaar card to withdraw cash. As per a report, Aadhaar-enabled payment comprises 11 percent of financial frauds.  Personal Finance Business News – Personal Finance News, Share Market News, BSE/NSE News, Stock Exchange News Today