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How to Download Masked Aadhaar: Secure Your Identity with Hidden Numbers

In an age where digital security is paramount, sharing your full 12-digit Aadhaar number can pose a risk to your privacy. Fortunately, the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) offers a feature called Masked Aadhaar, which allows you to protect your full identity while still using the document for verification.

This article provides a complete, step-by-step guide on how to download your Masked Aadhaar PDF securely from the official portal.

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What is a Masked Aadhaar?

A Masked Aadhaar is a digitally downloaded version of your e-Aadhaar where the first eight digits of your Aadhaar number are replaced by ‘X’ or ‘*’ characters (e.g., XXXX XXXX 1234) ([00:02:14]).

This feature ensures that the document can be used as a valid proof of identity while preventing the disclosure of your complete Aadhaar number, offering an extra layer of security whenever you need to submit a copy.

Step-by-Step Guide to Downloading Your Masked Aadhaar

The process of downloading a Masked Aadhaar is similar to downloading a regular e-Aadhaar, with one critical step that must be selected.

1. Start the Download Process

• Visit the Official Website: Open your browser and search for “Aadhaar” or go directly to the UIDAI’s official portal ([00:00:14]).
• Navigate to Download: Select your preferred language (English or Hindi) and then click the ‘Download Aadhaar’ option under the ‘My Aadhaar’ section ([00:00:32]–[00:01:10]).⁴

2. Enter Your Credentials

You have a few options to access your e-Aadhaar. Select one and enter the details carefully:

• Aadhaar Number (12-digit number) ([00:01:18])
• Enrollment ID (EID) ([00:01:18])
• Virtual ID (VID) ([00:01:23])

3. Verify Identity with OTP

• Enter Captcha: Input the security code (Captcha) displayed on the screen ([00:01:44]).
• Send & Enter OTP: Click ‘Send OTP.’ A One-Time Password will be sent to your mobile number that is linked to your Aadhaar ([00:01:44]).
  • Important Note: A linked mobile number is mandatory for this step. If your number is not linked, you must visit an Aadhaar Enrollment Centre to update it first ([00:01:58]).
• Input OTP: Enter the received OTP into the designated field.

4. Select the Masked Option

This is the most crucial step for downloading the secure version:

• Check the Box: You will see the option “Do you want a Masked Aadhaar?” ([00:02:14]). To download the masked version, ensure you check this box ([00:02:25]).
• Download: Click the ‘Verify and Download’ button to complete the process and save the e-Aadhaar PDF to your device ([00:02:31]).

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🔐 Opening the Secure PDF

Your downloaded e-Aadhaar PDF is protected by a password. You will need to enter a combination of your name and birth year in capital letters to open the file ([00:02:48]).

The password format is:

Component	Description	Example
First 4 Letters of Name	Use the first four letters of your name exactly as they appear on your Aadhaar, in CAPITAL letters.	ANIL
Year of Birth	Use the four-digit year of your birth (YYYY).	1990
Final Password	(Combination)	ANIL1990

By following these simple steps, you can successfully download your Masked Aadhaar and securely manage your identity for verification purposes.

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The video is available here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hgzMZRzgmmw

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👤 What is a Masked Aadhaar?

A Masked Aadhaar is a version of your e-Aadhaar where the first eight digits of your 12-digit Aadhaar number are replaced with characters like ‘X’ or ‘*’ (e.g., XXXX XXXX 1234). Only the last four digits are visible. This is used for security to prevent the disclosure of your full Aadhaar number when sharing it for verification purposes ([02:14]).

📝 How to Download Your Masked or Regular Aadhaar

1. Open the Official Portal: Go to the UIDAI website by searching “Aadhaar” on Google and clicking the official link, or directly selecting the Download Aadhaar option ([00:07]–[01:10]).
2. Select Language: Choose your preferred language (e.g., English or Hindi) ([00:32]).
3. Enter Credentials: On the download page, you can choose to enter your:
   • Aadhaar Number ([01:18])
   • Enrollment ID (EID) ([01:18])
   • Virtual ID (VID) ([01:23])
   • Service ID (SID) ([01:23])
4. Complete Authentication: Enter the security Captcha and click Send OTP ([01:44]). An OTP will be sent to your Aadhaar-linked mobile number.
   • Note: If your mobile number is not linked, you must visit an Enrollment Centre to update it first to receive the OTP ([01:58]).
5. Choose Masked Option: After entering the OTP, you will see a question: “Do you want a Masked Aadhaar?” ([02:14])
   • For Masked Aadhaar: Click the checkbox to select this option ([02:39]).
   • For Regular Aadhaar: Leave the checkbox unchecked ([03:39]).
6. Download: Click Verify and Download to save the e-Aadhaar PDF to your device ([02:31]).

🔒 PDF Password Format

The downloaded e-Aadhaar PDF is protected by a password that follows this specific format ([02:48]):

• First 4 letters of your name (in CAPITAL letters)
• Your Birth Year (YYYY)

Example: If your name is Anil and your birth year is 1990, your password will be ANIL1990.

By Reyansh Roshan AKA Viral Engineer BaBa