With the rise in Aadhaar card fraud, many people are concerned about the misuse of their Aadhaar details.
Fraudsters often steal Aadhaar information and use it for personal gain or illegal activities.
However, there’s a way to safeguard your Aadhaar card and prevent fraud—by using a Masked Aadhaar Card.
What is a Masked Aadhaar Card?
A Masked Aadhaar Card displays only the last 4 digits of your Aadhaar number, keeping the rest of the number hidden.
It is just as valid as the regular Aadhaar card for government work and can be used safely without exposing your full Aadhaar number.
Steps to Download a Masked Aadhaar Card
- Visit https://myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in.
- Enter your Aadhaar number and complete the CAPTCHA.
- Click on “Login.”
- An OTP will be sent to your registered mobile number. Enter it on the website to log in.
- Once logged in, select the “Download Aadhaar” option.
- You will see the option to download both the regular Aadhaar card and the Masked Aadhaar Card. Choose the Masked Aadhaar Card and download it.
- To open the file, type the first four letters of your name (in capital letters) followed by your birth year.
Now your Masked Aadhaar Card is ready for use. This is a secure way to share your Aadhaar details without risking misuse.
