Is there a limit on the number of Aadhaar VIDs that can be created?

Is there a limit on the number of Aadhaar VIDs that can be created?


❌ No. There is no overall limit on the number of Aadhaar Virtual IDs (VIDs) you can generate. However, certain rules govern how VIDs work.

🆕 VID Generation Rules

  • One active VID per Aadhaar → Only one VID can be valid at a time. Creating a new VID instantly invalidates the old one.
  • Unlimited generations over time → You can generate new VIDs as many times as you want in your lifetime.
  • 24-hour generation rule → A new VID can only be generated once every 24 hours.

🔄 What Happens When You Generate a New VID

  • The previous VID becomes inactive immediately.
  • Service providers must use only the latest VID for verification.
  • Old VIDs cannot be reused, ensuring stronger security.

🛡️ Why These Rules Exist

  • Protects privacy → If an old VID is exposed, generating a new one keeps your Aadhaar secure.
  • Simplifies authentication → Agencies only validate the most recent VID.
  • Prevents tracking → VID history cannot be used to trace activities.

📝 Quick Summary

Constraint

Details

Active VIDs

✅ One valid VID per Aadhaar at a time

Daily Limit

⏱ Only 1 new VID can be generated in 24 hours

Total Generations Allowed

♾️ Unlimited over time

Old VID Status

❌ Becomes inactive once new VID is created

🎯 What You Can Expect

  • Flexibility to regenerate whenever needed.
  • Strong privacy safeguards built into the system.
  • Always one active VID available for secure use.

🔗 Related FAQs

📞 Need Help?

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

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