What is Aadhaar (UID) Lock & Unlock? keyboard_arrow_down For an Aadhaar number holder, security and privacy of personal data is always a primary concern. To strengthen the security of his/her Aadhaar number and to provide control to the Aadhaar number holder, UIDAI provide a mechanism of locking and unlocking Aadhaar number (UID). Can I unlock my Aadhaar biometric data offline? No, currently, it is not possible to unlock your Aadhar biometric data offline and it requires OTP (One-Time Password) authentication sent to your registered email or mobile number. To unlock or lock your Aadhaar biometric data online, follow these steps: Visit the official UIDAI website or the Aadhaar Self-Service Portal. Look for the “Lock/Unlock Biometrics” option or similar feature. Provide your Aadhaar number or Virtual ID (VID). Enter the security code or CAPTCHA as shown on the screen. Click on the “Send OTP” button. UIDIAI has made it easier to lock and unlock your Aadhaar number online through their official myAadhaar portal at myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in. In this article, you will get to know the following points on how to lock/unlock your Aadhaar number online, Let’s see each of these points in detail.
