How to use DigiLocker to store documents: Upload PAN, Aadhaar, and Driving License

The government-approved DigiLocker app is a cloud-based app that allows users to store their important documents online. DigiLocker-issued documents are legally valid as per the IT Act, 2000. This means you do not have to carry your physical certificates such as Aadhaar, Driving license, PAN card, and others with you if you have these documents stored on Digilocker. Here’s how you can store all your documents and files on the app.

How to store issued documents on DigiLocker

Step 1: Download and Install the DigiLocker app from the Google Play Store on Android and the App Store on iOS.

Step 2: Open the app and select the language. DigiLocker is available in 12 languages including English.

Step 3: Read the instructions and Tap on Next twice. Then tap on Let’s Go. Create an Account by entering all your details such as mobile number and email.

Step 4: Once you are in the app and on the home screen, tap on the search icon at the top. Search for the document, for example: Driving license.

Step 5: Tap on the first option. Now, enter your name, DOB, and Driving License no. These details will vary for different documents.

Step 6: Tap on Get Document and your Driving License should be visible. Tap on it and store it.

By following this process, you can store all issued documents on DigiLocker.

How to upload documents on DigiLocker

Now, to upload a physical document’s copy on DigiLocker, follow the process below.

Step 1: Open the DigiLocker app and be on the home screen.

Step 2: Tap on the Drive, which is located in the DigiLocker Utility section.

Step 3: Tap on New.

Step 4: Tap on Upload File.

Step 5: If you have the document saved as a PDF file on your phone, select Choose Files. If you have a photo in the gallery, select Choose Photo. If you want to click a photo of a document and store it, select Open Camera.

Step 6: Now, select the file or photo and confirm. Or click a picture of the document and confirm.

Now, your document/photo should be stored on DigiLocker. However, it is worth noting that only issued documents are valid. This means uploading a picture of a document may not be accepted everywhere. That said, this method is only useful if you want to keep all your documents in one place. Use the first method to store issued documents as they will be acceptable.

That’s how easily you can store documents on DigiLocker.