How to Download and Verify e-Aadhaar PDF Online (Official UIDAI Guide)

Official UIDAI Download Procedure

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) allows every citizen with an active mobile-linked Aadhaar to download a password-protected electronic copy (e-Aadhaar).

Step-by-Step Official Download Procedure:

1. Navigate directly to the official portal: https://myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/.
2. Click on Download Aadhaar.
3. Enter your 12-digit Aadhaar Number or 28-digit Enrolment ID (EID).
4. Complete the CAPTCHA and click Send OTP.
5. Enter the One-Time Password sent to your UIDAI-registered mobile number.
6. Select whether you prefer a Masked Aadhaar (recommended for general verification) or regular copy.
7. Click Verify & Download to save the encrypted PDF file.

How to Validate the Digital Signature

1. Open the PDF file in Adobe Acrobat Reader.
2. If the signature box displays a yellow question mark (*"Validity Unknown"*), right-click the signature panel.
3. Select Signature Properties > Show Signer's Certificate.
4. Navigate to the Trust tab and click Add to Trusted Certificates.
5. Re-validate the signature; it will display a Green Checkmark stating *"Signature Valid"*.

Important Citizen Advisory

WebToolsHub is an independent software tool website and never collects, verifies, or processes Aadhaar numbers or biometric details. Always handle personal identification documents directly on official government servers.