What is DigiLocker? How to use DigiLocker?

You must have heard about Digilocker yourself. If you haven't heard, then no problem, I am going to give complete information in today's article, What is DigilockerHow to use Digilocker? How to create account on Digilocker?

If you understand Digilocker in easy language, then you can call it this online vault or purse. In which you can keep your important documents safe.

Just like we can do our signature on any document without copy and pen with the help of e-signature , in the same way we can use it everywhere by uploading the soft copy of our original documents.


What is DigiLocker?

What is DigiLocker?

Its meaning is hidden in the name of Digilocker itself. Digilocker is made up of two words - Digital and Locker. This is an online digital locker.

Which has been created by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) . This service was started from 2015.

In Digilocker, you can keep your important documents like soft copy of ID card , PAN card , license , ration card , school mark sheet , etc. safely online.

By using Digilocker, there is no fear of losing your important documents. And you can access your documents whenever, wherever and as many times as you want.

Let me explain Digilocker to you by taking some easy examples as you must have a purse. In that purse you have some money, Aadhar card. Keep the necessary documents like PAN card, license, ATM.

So is Digilocker too. Where you can keep a soft copy of all your important documents. And you can use it whenever you want in future.

Now you must have understood what Digilocker is. This is an e-wallet where you can save and keep soft copies of your important documents.

What is DigiLocker?


Is Digilocker safe?

Digilocker is a safe and secure platform. Where you can safely save your documents.

According to Rule 9A of the IT Act 2000, documents issued on DigiLocker will get the same recognition as an original document.

It is a secure platform because to login to DigiLocker, you have to create a username and password with the help of mobile number, Aadhar card number, and OTP.

Only after that you can login to Digilocker with that username and password and access your documents.

How to create an account on Digilocker?

To create an account on Digilocker, you need a mobile number, aadhar card number, and otp. And on DigiLocker, you can create an account with the same mobile number that your Aadhar card is linked with the mobile number.

You can create your account on Digilocker with the help of any of Digilocker's official website or app . The method of creating an account on both is the same.

DigiLocker app is available on both Google Play Store and App Store platforms.

I will show you how to create an account on Digilocker with the help of Digilocker website. You can also create an account with the help of digilocker app by following these steps .

Step 1. First of all you visit the official website of Digilocker After visiting, click on the more option given above.

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Step 2. Now you will see a sign up button there, tap on it.

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Step 3. A form will open now. There you fill your correct detail. Name (which is in Aadhar Card), Date of Birth, Mobile Number, Gender, Security Plan, Email ID. Aadhar card number, etc.

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Step 4. Now an OTP will come on mobile number. Fill the OTP correctly and then click on submit option.



Step 5. Now you set up a username. You will set a strong and memorable username because with the help of this you have to login. After setting the username, click on the submit option.



After this your account on Digilocker will be ready. By tapping on the login option, you can login to Digilocker with the help of username and password.

How to upload documents on Digilocker?

To upload documents on DigiLocker, you must first login to it with the help of your username and password.

Step 1. You will see 3 bars on the left side. Click on it. You will see an upload option. Click on Upload option.

Step 2. Now the upload icon will appear on the right side, click on that upload icon.

Step 3. Now select from where you want to upload the photo, such as file, gallery, etc.

Step 4. Select the file from your file manager or gallery and upload. Once the document is uploaded, it will be saved in Digilocker.

How to issue documents from digilocker? How to issue a document with Digilocker?

You can not only upload documents on Digilocker but you can also issue your documents by entering your document details.

You can issue all types of government documents on Digilocker. Here you will find almost all types of service.

For example, if you want to issue your Aadhar card, then click on the UIDAI option. And by entering your Aadhar number, mobile number and OTP, click on submit option.

Similarly , you can issue your driving license, PAN card , etc.

What are the advantages of Digilocker?

If you use Digilocker, then you get many benefits from it. I have given information about some important Digilocker benefits.

  • When we keep our original documents with us, it turns yellow after some time or the paper documents get torn by using them. On the other hand, if you save a soft copy of your documents , then it lasts for a lifetime. There is no fear of getting lost, nor is there any rate of bursting and getting wet.
  • You can use the saved documents on Digilocker just like the original documents. Both the soft copy and the original copy of the documents remain valid.
  • You can access the uploaded documents on DigiLocker anytime and from anywhere. and can use it.
  • You can save multiple documents in a single app on the same mobile .
  • This institution is valid for both government and private organizations. A step has been taken to make it digital India . With the help of which we minimize the use of paperwork.

How to delete Digilocker account?

Friends, till now no option has been added to delete digilocker account. Maybe the feature to delete Digilocker account will be brought in the future.

But you can delete uploaded documents on Digilocker.

Step 1. Login to Digilocker with the help of your username and password .

Step 2. Now click on the upload icon. In the upload option, you will get all the uploaded documents.

Step 3. Click on the 3-dot in front of the documents you want to delete.

Step 4. Now click on delete option given on Digilocker. After this your documents will be successfully deleted.

Frequently asked questions

How to Forget Password on Digilocker?

First of all, click on the login option. There you will see the option of username and password. Right below that, you will see a forgot password button. Click on Forget Password button. After this OTP will sent on your mobile number. After entering the OTP, set a new password.

How many documents can I upload on Digilocker?

When Digilocker was launched in 2015, at that time you used to get only 10 MB of free stories. But this storage has been upgraded to 1 GB. Meaning that you get 1 GB free storage on DigiLocker. You can upload documents up to 10 MB in size. In this you can upload all types of file formats.

What is Digilocker Customer Care Number?

If you have any issue on this or need any help then you can click on this link to get the solutions of your problem.

Is Digilocker safe?

Yes Digilocker is 100% safe. You can use it with confidence.

Can I create an account on Digilocker for free?

Yes, you do not need to pay any fees to create a Digilocker account. And also you get free storage up to 1 GB.

Conclusion

So friends, in today's article, I told you what is Digilocker? How to create account on Digilocker? How to upload documents on Digilocker? With this I have given complete information about Digilocker.

Thank you…

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