Archive · 13 Nov 2025
New Aadhaar App Enhances Identity Security and Convenience
Imagine your Aadhaar card is like a special ID.
The government has made a new app so you can keep a digital version of your Aadhaar right on your phone.
This app is like a safe wallet for your ID.
You can choose to show only parts of your ID, like your name and picture, instead of everything.
It also has extra security, like asking you to scan your face to make sure it's really you.
You can even put your family members' Aadhaar cards on the same phone if they use the same mobile number.
This new app is for showing your ID easily, while another app called mAadhaar is more for managing your account details.
It helps you keep your identity safe and share it only when and how you want.
UIDAI has launched a new Aadhaar mobile app for enhanced security and ease of carrying identity.
The app allows users to store their Aadhaar digitally on their phone with features like face authentication and biometric lock.
Users can control what information is shared and generate QR codes for contactless verification.
The new app supports multi-profile access for up to five family members if their Aadhaar numbers are linked to the same mobile number.
This app complements the existing mAadhaar app, which is focused on account management and downloads.
- Who
- Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI)
- What
- Launched a new Aadhaar mobile app for safer and easier carrying and sharing of Aadhaar identity.
- When
- Not specified in the article.
- Where
- Available on Google Play Store and Apple App Store.
- Why
- To provide a more secure and convenient way for individuals to manage and present their Aadhaar identity, with enhanced security features like face authentication and selective data sharing.
New Aadhaar App
Existing mAadhaar App
Primary Use Case
New Aadhaar App
Designed for everyday use, enabling easy and safe display or sharing of Aadhaar identity.
Existing mAadhaar App
Primarily for account-related tasks such as downloading e-Aadhaar, ordering PVC cards, updating contact details, and managing Virtual IDs (VIDs).
Security Features
New Aadhaar App
Includes face authentication for identity confirmation, biometric lock, PIN protection, selective data sharing, and an activity log.
Existing mAadhaar App
Supports updates and enrollment functions but lacks face authentication and multi-profile options.
Profile Management
New Aadhaar App
Allows adding up to five Aadhaar profiles on a single device if linked to the same mobile number.
Existing mAadhaar App
Does not offer multi-profile access.
Offline Access
New Aadhaar App
Provides offline access to Aadhaar details once set up.
Existing mAadhaar App
Requires an internet connection for most functions.
- App Name
- Aadhaar
- Developer
- UIDAI (Unique Identification Authority of India)
- Key Features
- Multi-profile access (up to 5), Face Authentication, Biometric Lock, Selective Data Sharing, Offline Access, Activity Log
- Setup Requirement
- Aadhaar-linked mobile number for OTP verification
- Additional Security
- Face scan and PIN/Biometric lock
- Family Profile Link
- Requires same registered mobile number for all family members