Aadhaar is a 12-digit unique identification number issued by the Government of India to all residents. It is linked to your biometric data, such as fingerprint and iris scan, which is used to verify your identity for various services and transactions. However, this also creates the risk of misuse and theft by fraudsters who can access your biometric data and use it to falsely identify you. To protect yourself from such fraud, you can lock your biometric data on the Aadhaar website or app. So let us know.
How to lock Aadhaar biometrics data, know here
Step 1: Visit the Aadhaar website or download the mAadhaar app on your smartphone.
Step 2: Log in with your Aadhaar number and OTP or use your registered mobile number and MPIN.
Step 3: Go to the 'Biometric Lock' section and click on 'Support Biometric Locking'.
Step 4: Enter your security code and confirm your action.
Step 5: Once you lock your biometric data, you won't be able to use it for authentication unless you unlock it again.
Step 6: To unlock your biometric data, go to the same section and click on 'Perform Biometric Locking'.
Step 7: Enter your security code and confirm your action.
Step 8: You can also choose to temporarily unlock your biometric data for 10 minutes, after which it will automatically lock again.
