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Aadhaar Authentication History
Every time your Aadhaar is used to verify your identity whether at a bank for a SIM card at a ration shop or any other service UIDAI records the event. Think of it like a bank statement but for identity checks instead of money. Each entry shows when the check happened what type it was whether it succeeded and which agency requested it.
One important thing to understand: the log never reveals your actual data to anyone. UIDAI only ever returns a yes or no to the requester. The history simply lets you see the activity itself. Checking it every so often is the simplest way to catch any use of your Aadhaar that you didn’t authorise.
Step-by-Step: View Your Auth History on myAadhaar
You’ll need your Aadhaar-registered mobile for the OTP. The check is free and takes a couple of minutes.
- Go to the myAadhaar portal at myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in and log in with your Aadhaar number and OTP
- Open the “Authentication History” service
- Choose a date range within the last six months and optionally filter by authentication type
- Submit to see the list of authentication records for that period
- Review each entry’s date type status and requesting agency
You can also do this through the Aadhaar app. Two limits worth knowing: the history only covers the last six months and you can view a maximum of 50 records at a time so use the date filter to step through busier periods if you need to.
How to Interpret Authentication Records
Each record names the Authentication User Agency (AUA) which is the bank telecom or department that made the request along with the type and result. UIDAI logs six types: demographic biometric OTP face demographic with OTP and biometric with OTP.
Reading these is mostly common sense. An OTP authentication around the time you opened an account is expected. A biometric authentication from a place you’ve never been is not. A failed attempt followed by a success can be perfectly normal (a mistyped OTP happens to everyone) but a cluster of failed attempts is worth a closer look. The general rule is to match each entry to something you actually did. Anything you can’t place is what deserves attention.
What to Do If You See Suspicious Auth Activity
If an entry doesn’t match anything you did don’t ignore it but also don’t panic. Remember the log is a yes or no record not proof that your data leaked somewhere.
First write down the details: date time type the AUA name and any transaction ID shown. Then act to stop further misuse starting with locking your biometrics (covered in the next section).
Report the suspicious authentication to UIDAI through the 1947 helpline by email or through the grievance portal quoting those details. If it points to financial fraud an unknown loan or an unfamiliar account also report it on the cybercrime helpline 1930 and at cybercrime.gov.in and alert your bank in writing.
How to Secure Your Aadhaar After Spotting an Anomaly
A few free steps go a long way here.
Lock your biometrics on the myAadhaar portal or the Aadhaar app so no fingerprint or iris authentication can succeed until you choose to unlock it. This neutralises the most damaging kind of misuse.
Use a Virtual ID (VID) and masked Aadhaar for everyday sharing so your real number stays hidden.
Never share the OTP sent to your registered mobile. That’s the route fraudsters typically try once biometrics are locked down.
Keep your registered mobile current so alerts and OTPs actually reach you.
Together these steps make your Aadhaar substantially harder to misuse.
Authentication History at a Glance
| Detail | What to Know |
| Where | myAadhaar portal or the Aadhaar app |
| Needs | Aadhaar-registered mobile for OTP |
| How far back | Last 6 months only |
| Records per view | Up to 50 at a time filter by date/type |
| Cost | Free unlimited checks |
| Shows | Agency (AUA) type date success/fail not your data |
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Reviewed ByLast Updated: 2nd July 2026
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How do I check my Aadhaar authentication history?
Log in to the myAadhaar portal with your Aadhaar number and the OTP sent to your registered mobile then open the Authentication History service. Pick a date range within the last six months optionally filter by authentication type and submit to see the records. You can do the same through the Aadhaar app. The check is free and takes a couple of minutes.
Where can I see Aadhaar usage history?
On UIDAI’s myAadhaar portal under Authentication History or in the Aadhaar app’s authentication history feature. Both show where your Aadhaar was used to verify your identity over the last six months. You’ll need your Aadhaar-registered mobile to receive the login OTP. There’s no third-party site for this use only the official UIDAI portal or app.
What is the myAadhaar portal?
The myAadhaar portal at myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in is UIDAI’s official self-service site for Aadhaar holders. From it you can download your eAadhaar update details lock biometrics generate a VID order a PVC card and view your authentication history. Most services need an OTP sent to your registered mobile. It’s the trusted place to manage and monitor your Aadhaar online.
How many recent authentications can I see?
You can view a maximum of fifty authentication records at a time drawn from the last six months. To see more narrow the date range or filter by a specific authentication type and run the search again. The six-month window is a fixed limit so for anything older you’d need to contact UIDAI directly.
What should I do if I find suspicious authentication?
Note the date time type agency name and any transaction ID then lock your biometrics to prevent further misuse. Report the entry to UIDAI on 1947 by email or via the grievance portal. If it suggests financial fraud also report it on the cybercrime helpline 1930 and at cybercrime.gov.in and inform your bank in writing. Acting quickly limits any damage.
Can I block unauthorized Aadhaar use?
Yes. Locking your biometrics on the myAadhaar portal or Aadhaar app blocks fingerprint and iris authentication until you unlock it stopping the most serious kind of misuse. Using a Virtual ID and masked Aadhaar keeps your real number private and never sharing your OTP closes off the other common route. For a full lock UIDAI also lets you lock the Aadhaar number itself.
Is authentication history available in mAadhaar?
Yes the authentication history feature is available in UIDAI’s mobile app as well as the portal. Note that UIDAI is moving from the older mAadhaar app to a new official Aadhaar app which carries the same feature along with biometric lock and other services. Either way install only the official UIDAI app and log in with your registered mobile.
How long is auth history stored?
You can view your authentication history for the last six months through the portal or app. Older records aren’t shown in the self-service view. UIDAI retains authentication logs for longer in its own internal systems under its regulations but for residents the accessible window is the most recent six months. It’s worth checking periodically rather than relying on seeing very old activity.
