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MyAadhaar Vs mAadhaar:  In the digital era, everybody with an Aadhaar card must be able to manage their information easily. The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) provides two primary platforms for Aadhaar services: mAadhaar and MyAadhaar. While both platforms aim to ease Aadhaar-related work, they cater to different user demands and provide unique features.

In such a case, it is necessary to know and understand the difference between both the platforms and their uses.

MyAadhaar Vs mAadhaar

mAadhaar, a mobile app, enables users to access and manage their Aadhaar data on the go, while MyAadhaar, the official website, offers a variety of online services for Aadhaar updates, downloads, and verification. Understanding the fundamental distinctions between these two technologies might help you select the right platform for your unique Aadhaar-related needs.

To put it briefly, mAadhaar is a smartphone app for iOS or Android devices. On the other hand, holders of Aadhaar numbers may access a variety of Aadhaar-based online services through the login-based portal MyAadhaar.

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Purpose of mAadhaar:  The UIDAI created this smartphone app specifically for Aadhaar holders. On their mobile devices, individuals may access and manage their Aadhaar data through the app.

Key Features

Obtain and see Aadhaar data, such as the Aadhaar number.
Keep a digital copy of your Aadhaar card with you, together with the QR code and Aadhaar data.
Use an OTP (One-Time Password) to log in securely.
Features for securely locking and unlocking the Aadhaar number.
The ability to change the Aadhaar-linked cellphone number.

Purpose of MyAadhaar: It refers to the official UIDAI website (https://myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/), which allows users to execute different Aadhaar-related tasks online.

Key Features

Users can change their Aadhaar details (such as their address).
Download and print the Aadhaar card.
Check Aadhaar status or request an update.
Verify your Aadhaar enrollment.
Link Aadhaar to a variety of services.