Aadhaar App on iPhone: Easy Guide to Downloading and Setting Up UIDAI Services via Apple's App Store
A new guide details how iPhone users can download and set up the official Aadhaar application from Apple's App Store. The process requires iOS 16.0 or later, mobile number verification, face authentication, and a secure 6-digit passcode. Scroll below to know how to set up your profile on the Aadhaar app.
For iPhone users looking to manage their identification documents digitally, downloading and setting up the official Aadhaar application from Apple's App Store provides seamless access to Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) services. The app allows residents to carry a verified digital copy, track service requests, and perform secure authentications directly from their iOS devices.
Downloading the Aadhaar App from Apple's App Store
To begin the process, ensure your iPhone is running iOS 16.0 or later, which is the minimum system requirement for the application. How To Check if Your Mobile Number Is Linked to Your Aadhaar: A Step-by-Step Guide.
- Open the App Store application on your iPhone.
- Tap on the Search tab located at the bottom right corner.
- Type "Aadhaar" into the search bar and look for the official application developed by UIDAI. Make sure to select the correct official utility listing to avoid third-party software.
- Tap the Get button next to the app icon.
- Authenticate the download using Face ID, Touch ID, or your Apple ID password. Once downloaded, the app icon will appear on your home screen or App Library.
Download Aadhaar App Today, Says UIDAI
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— Aadhaar (@UIDAI) July 14, 2026
Initial Setup and Profile Registration
Once the installation is complete, setting up your profile requires a few straightforward security and verification steps linked to your registered mobile number.
- Language Selection: Launch the app and select your preferred language from the available regional options supported by the platform.
- Registration: Enter your 12-digit identification number and review the terms and conditions and privacy policy.
- Mobile Verification: The application will prompt you to verify your mobile connection and authenticate the request.
- Biometric Authentication: Complete the built-in face authentication process to verify your identity against central UIDAI databases.
- Security PIN: Set a secure 6-digit passcode to protect the application from unauthorised access every time you open it on your device. Aadhaar Letter, PVC Card or App: Which Version Is Valid for Identity Proof?
Key Features and Services Available in Aadhaar App
After successful onboarding, the app gives users direct access to a dashboard of digital identity management services. Users can download password-protected electronic copies, view authentication histories, check the status of update requests, and manage biometric locking mechanisms directly from their mobile interface. The application is designed to minimise the need to carry physical identification cards while providing robust security features for everyday digital verification.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Jul 28, 2026 05:11 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).
