Aadhaar card news: With digital transactions and identity fraud on the rise, verifying Aadhaar cards has become a must. UIDAI has responded by upgrading the security features of Aadhaar cards. The biggest change is a new secure QR code that has demographic information and a photo of the cardholder.
From Simple to Secure: Evolution of the QR Code
Earlier the QR code on physical Aadhaar letters and downloadable e-Aadhaar copies had only basic details like name, address, gender and date of birth. This was not enough for offline identity verification. To address this UIDAI has introduced a new digitally signed secure QR code which has the cardholder’s photo along with other details.
The new QR code is digitally signed by UIDAI so it’s tamper proof and secure. It’s very useful for offline identity checks as scanning the QR code with an authorized mobile app eliminates the need to manually enter Aadhaar number. This reduces the risk of errors and fraud.
How to Verify Aadhaar with Secure QR Code
Verifying an Aadhaar card with this QR code is easy and doesn’t require internet. Here’s how to do it:
1. Download any UIDAI approved app like mAadhaar or Aadhaar QR Scanner.
2. Open the app and select the option to scan a QR code.
3. Point your phone’s camera at the QR code printed on the Aadhaar card.
4. After scanning the app will display the individual’s name, date of birth, gender and photo.
5. Verify these details with the printed Aadhaar card.
This makes identity checks faster and more reliable. It’s very useful for institutions and service providers who need quick and secure verification without internet. As Aadhaar is going to be the digital identity of India, the secure QR code feature is a big step forward in protecting users from identity theft and fraud.
