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Aadhaar App Crosses 31 Million Downloads, Strengthening Access to Digital Identity Services

The Aadhaar App has crossed 31 million downloads within five months of its launch, reflecting growing adoption of digital identity services and increasing resident confidence in Aadhaar-enabled solutions. Developed by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), the app is designed to improve ease of living by enabling Aadhaar Number Holders to access a range of services directly from their smartphones. The application allows users to update mobile numbers, modify addresses, download e-Aadhaar, book appointments at Aadhaar Seva Kendras and securely share and verify identity details through a privacy-first framework. Since its launch, nearly 4 million residents have updated their mobile numbers using the app, while around 850,000 users have utilised it for address updates, highlighting its growing utility for everyday digital services.

The Aadhaar App also incorporates several user-centric features, including one-click biometric lock and unlock functionality, face authentication for proof of presence, authentication history tracking and a QR-based editable contact card for secure information sharing. The platform supports multiple real-life use cases such as hotel check-ins through Offline Verification Seeking Entity (OVSE) QR code scanning, hospital admissions, visitor management, event entry and identity verification for gig workers and service partners. Available on both Android and iOS platforms, the app is contributing to the expansion of India's digital public infrastructure by making identity verification more secure, convenient and accessible. The growing adoption of the Aadhaar App underscores the increasing role of digital technologies in delivering citizen-centric services and strengthening India's digital governance ecosystem.

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