Mask Aadhaar Number (Hide First 8 Digits)
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How to use Mask Aadhaar Number
- Choose an image or PDF of the Aadhaar.
- Select Find numbers automatically.
- Check each black box; drag to add any that were missed and click to switch off wrong ones.
- Select Mask and save, then check the result before sharing.
What to expect
A new masked image or PDF is created. Hidden areas are burned into the pixels, so the digits cannot be recovered from the output.
- Automatic reading depends on photo quality; it can miss a number or box the wrong digits, so always check.
- Only the Aadhaar number (and a 16-digit Virtual ID) is detected. Other personal details such as name, date of birth and address stay visible unless you box them too.
- A masked copy does not replace UIDAI’s own masked e-Aadhaar; some offices require the official one.
- PDF input is saved as a PDF of images.
Frequently asked questions
How do I mask an Aadhaar number?
Choose an Aadhaar photo or PDF and select Find numbers automatically. The tool reads the page on your device, boxes the first 8 digits of each 12-digit number, and lets you fix or add boxes before saving a masked copy.
Is masking enough to share safely?
It removes the number’s first 8 digits. Share only what the recipient needs, and for what purpose, ideally with a watermark such as “for KYC with [name] only”.
Is my Aadhaar image uploaded anywhere?
No. The Aadhaar image is processed by JavaScript in your browser. Only the website's own code and assets are downloaded, and you can check this in your browser's network panel.
Do I need to create an account?
No. Every tool works without sign-up or login.
Is it safe for confidential documents?
Files are processed locally in your browser and never uploaded. Close the tab or select Clear to release them from memory.