Can an Aadhaar VID be mapped back to an Aadhaar number?

Can an Aadhaar VID be mapped back to an Aadhaar number?

❌ No. An Aadhaar Virtual ID (VID) cannot be traced back to or reveal your Aadhaar number. It is intentionally designed to protect your privacy and prevent misuse.

🎯 Why VIDs Protect Your Privacy

  • Randomized structure → VIDs are 16-digit random numbers that have no mathematical or visible link to your 12-digit Aadhaar number.
  • UIDAI assurance → UIDAI clearly states: “It is not possible to derive the Aadhaar number from a VID.”
  • Substitute identifier → VIDs serve as a safe alternative to Aadhaar during authentication, reducing the risk of exposure.

🔄 How VIDs Work

  • Internal mapping only → Each VID is internally linked to an Aadhaar number within UIDAI’s secure system. This mapping is never shared with external agencies.
  • Temporary & flexible → You can regenerate a VID anytime. Old VIDs automatically become invalid once replaced, ensuring they cannot be reused.

📝 Quick Summary

Question

Answer

Can a VID reveal my Aadhaar number?

❌ No, VIDs do not encode or expose Aadhaar numbers

Who maintains the mapping?

✅ UIDAI, securely and internally

Can agencies reverse-map a VID?

❌ No, external agencies cannot access this mapping

What happens to old VIDs?

⏱ They expire or are invalidated when regenerated

🎯 What You Can Expect

  • Enhanced privacy: Aadhaar number is never exposed while using VID.
  • Peace of mind: Even if your VID is shared, it cannot be reverse-engineered.
  • Control: You can regenerate VIDs at any time for added protection.

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📞 Need Help?

For Aadhaar-related assistance, visit the official UIDAI Help Center or call 1947 (UIDAI helpline).

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