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Who is authorized to store Aadhaar VIDs?

Aadhaar VID Storage Policy


Info : Only UIDAI (Unique Identification Authority of India) is authorized to store Aadhaar Virtual IDs (VIDs). No other agency, organization, or service provider is permitted to retain VIDs in their systems or logs.



🛡️ Key Rules for Aadhaar VID Storage


  • UIDAI-only storage → VIDs are securely stored only in UIDAI’s system.
  • No third-party retention → Agencies such as AUAs, KUAs, banks, telecoms, e-KYC providers, or private organizations cannot store VIDs.
  • Temporary by design → VIDs are revocable and regenerable, making external storage unnecessary and against UIDAI policy.
  • Audit compliance → Only UIDAI maintains official logs of valid VIDs for verification purposes.



📝 Quick Summary


Entity

Can Store VID?

Notes

UIDAI

✅ Yes

Official system of record for all Aadhaar VIDs

AUAs / KUAs (Banks, Telecoms etc.)

❌ No

Must only use VIDs for authentication, not store

e-KYC providers

❌ No

Retention strictly prohibited

Private companies / service apps

❌ No

Cannot store or log VIDs

Aadhaar number holder

✅ Yes (personal)

Can generate, retrieve, or regenerate via UIDAI



🎯 What This Means for You


  • Full control → Only you can generate or regenerate a VID.
  • Data protection → VIDs cannot be stored by service providers.
  • Peace of mind → Even if shared, a VID is temporary and can be changed anytime.






📞 Need Help?


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

Updated on: 20/09/2025