Aadhaar Virtual ID - How to Generate Aadhaar Virtual ID?

An Aadhaar Virtual ID (VID) is a secure, temporary 16-digit number that lets you complete Aadhaar authentication without sharing your Aadhaar number. Knowing how to generate Aadhaar Virtual ID helps protect your personal information during e-KYC, banking and other verification processes.

Aadhaar Virtual ID Overview

What is Aadhaar Virtual ID?

The Aadhaar Virtual ID (VID) is a 16-digit temporary and revocable number issued by UIDAI against an Aadhaar number.UIDAI introduced the VID as a security feature, which enables Aadhaar holders to give identity proof without disclosing their Aadhaar number. 

Since Aadhaar numbers are linked to sensitive information, such as bank accounts, mobile numbers and financial services, an Aadhaar Virtual ID helps protect your privacy during authentication. It can be used for Aadhaar authentication, e-KYC, government schemes and financial transactions without disclosing your Aadhaar number.

• You can generate an Aadhaar Virtual ID against your Aadhaar number as many times as required. However, only one VID remains active at a time, and generating a new VID automatically deactivates the previous one.
• An Aadhaar Virtual ID allows authorised agencies to verify your demographic and biometric details without accessing your actual Aadhaar number.

How to Generate Aadhaar Virtual ID Online (UIDAI)?

Follow the steps below to generate Aadhaar Virtual ID online through the myAadhaar portal:

Step 1: Visit the official website of myAadhaar.

Step 2: Click on the ‘Virtual ID (VID) Generator’ option.

Step 3: Select ‘Generate VID’ and enter your Aadhaar number, and a captcha code and click on ‘Send OTP’. 

Step 4: An OTP will be sent to your registered mobile number. Enter the OTP received and click on ‘Verify and Proceed’. The 16-digit virtual ID will be displayed on the screen and also sent to you on your registered mobile number.

How to Generate Aadhaar Virtual ID via mAadhaar?

You can also generate Aadhaar Virtual ID using the mAadhaar app by following these steps:

Step 1: Access the Google Play Store or Apple App Store and download the mAadhaar app.

Step 2: Open the mAadhaar app. Register your mobile number on the app.

Step 3: On the home screen, find and select the ‘Generate Virtual ID’ option.

Step 4: Next, enter your Aadhaar number, captcha code and click on ‘Request OTP’.

Step 5: Enter the OTP and tap ‘Generate Virtual ID’ to complete the process and obtain your Virtual ID.

How to Generate Aadhaar Virtual ID via SMS?

Here is the step-by-step guide to generating an Aadhaar virtual ID using text SMS from your mobile phone:

Step 1: Open the messaging app on your mobile phone.

Step 2: Start a new message and type “GVID”, followed by a space and the last four digits of your Aadhaar number. If your Aadhaar number is 2256-7734-4311, type: “GVID 4311”.

Step 3: Then, simply send this message to the number 1947.

You will soon receive a text with your newly generated Virtual ID (VID).

Features & Benefits of Aadhar Virtual ID

The Aadhaar virtual ID is a simple yet vital security feature for each and every Aadhaar holder. It allows an additional layer of security that helps protect the sensitive information linked to your Aadhaar number. 

Using an Aadhaar Virtual ID is one of the easiest ways to protect your Aadhaar number during authentication. You can generate Aadhaar Virtual ID anytime through the myAadhaar portal, mAadhaar app or SMS and regenerate it whenever required for enhanced privacy and security.

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