UIDAI released an update to the Aadhaar app just a day ago. In a post on X, UIDAI stated that it would make the full version of the Aadhaar app available on January 28th. This update was supposed to include a feature to verify the identity of others. This feature was added to the app today, January 27th.
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UIDAI has finally launched the full version of the Aadhaar app. This full version includes some new features. The app’s look has changed significantly after the update, and the location of the options has also changed. A few days ago, UIDAI posted on X that the full version of the Aadhaar app would be launched on January 28th. Until now, users had the option to digitally share their Aadhaar, but couldn’t verify someone else’s. Let’s explore the full version of the Aadhaar app in detail.
Wait till January 28
UIDAI had announced the release of the full version of the Aadhaar app on January 28th. Therefore, this update has arrived a day earlier. It’s possible that UIDAI will push an update on January 28th as well, and some of the features that were removed from the app may be activated and reintroduced. Therefore, keep checking for updates to the Aadhaar app.
Has anything changed in the new Aadhaar app?
The full version of the Aadhaar app has seen significant changes. First, the app’s appearance and features have been revamped. The most significant update is the addition of a QR code scanner. This allows you to scan anyone’s digital Aadhaar and verify whether it’s genuine or fake. You can also check the other person’s Aadhaar details if you wish. This feature will be used in places where identity verification is required, such as hotels. After this, people will no longer have to submit a physical copy of their Aadhaar card anywhere.
Some options have been reduced.
The new update to the Aadhaar app has not only added features, but also removed some. This includes options to update your name and email address, which are no longer visible in the new app. It’s worth noting that in the old app, both of these features were visible in the Services section, but since the update, only the options for updating your mobile number and address are visible in the Services section. UIDAI had given the full version of the Aadhaar app a deadline of January 28th. Therefore, it’s possible that these options will be activated on January 28th and added to the app. It’s worth noting that in the old Aadhaar app, these two options were only visible. Tapping on them displayed a message that the features would be added soon.
How to get the new Aadhaar app?
To use the new Aadhaar app, existing Aadhaar users will need to update it on their phones. Android users can search for Aadhaar on the Play Store, and iPhone users can search for Aadhaar on the App Store, and then tap the Update option. After this, you can open the Aadhaar app and experience its new look and features.
If you haven’t been using the Aadhaar app yet, installing the app from the App Store or Play Store will only install the updated version on your phone.
How to verify someone else’s identity or Aadhaar?
As we mentioned, the biggest change in the full version of the Aadhaar app was the addition of the option to verify others’ Aadhaar. To use this, open the Aadhaar app on your phone. Then:
- Click on the Scan QR Code option displayed on the home page.
- Then scan someone’s Aadhaar QR code with your phone.
- As soon as you scan someone’s Aadhaar, you’ll see whether the other person’s Aadhaar is valid or not.
- After this, if you wish, you can check the other person’s details by clicking the View Details button.
