what is masked aadhaar card?
Hey kashish, a masked Aadhaar card is basically a safer version of your regular Aadhaar that hides the first eight digits of your Aadhaar number and only the last four digits are visible. It’s designed to help you share your Aadhaar without exposing your full number, especially when you just need it for identity verification and not for official KYC purposes.
When I download my masked Aadhaar from the UIDAI website, I notice it looks exactly like the regular aadhaar with the same name, photo, address, and QR code but with my Aadhaar number partially hidden (for example, XXXX-XXXX-1234).
I find it really useful when I have to submit my Aadhaar for things like SIM card verification, job applications, or hotel check-ins where full details aren’t needed. It keeps my identity secure while still being fully valid as proof of identity. It gives you the same convenience as your regular Aadhaar, with an extra layer of protection.