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JioID is the most secure and easiest way to Login to any App or Portal, authorize transactions digitally using your mobile phone. With JioID you will not need to remember the specific user id and password for each portal, you can simply link your JioID with each app or portal and start using your JioID for Login or approving transactions.

What is the use of JioID?

You can use JioID to Login to any app or portal and approve or authorise transactions. When you link your JioID with any app or Portal then you will no longer need to remember the specific Userid and password for each app or portal respectively.

How secure is JioID?

JioID uses a highly secure patented technology wherein your passwords or PINs are not stored anywhere and it cannot be hacked. So even if you lose your JioID mobile phone, no one will be able to use the JioID as it requires the PIN1 and PIN2 to use your JioID which are known only to you. However, you need to always keep your PINs safe by not writing it down anywhere and not disclosing it with anyone.

Can someone hack my JioID PIN1 or PIN2?

Your PIN 1 and PIN 2 are not stored anywhere so they cannot be hacked. However, never share your pins with anyone.

Where all can I use the JioID?

Currently you can start using the JioID with Reliance ESS application. Shortly you will be able to use the JioID, with all the Reliance apps or portals. In future you will be able to use the JioID with any app or portals.

Why do I need to share my Aadhaar card and Video when signing up?

JioID is a digital identity product and it guarantees uniqueness with your Aadhaar card and your Video so that a person cannot create two JioIDs.

What if I do not accept the T&C's?

It is mandatory to accept the T&C's of the application.

Can I use JioID on Jio Phone?

JioID is currently available for Android devices and iOS devices only. We are working towards making JioID available for JioPhone as well.

How can I sign-up to JioID?

You need to install JioID application available on Android App store or Apple Play Store and sign up/create your JioID on your mobile phone. You will be guided through step-by-step process on the app. Please not that during sign-up process you will need to take pictures of your Aadhaar card and record your 20 second live video to create your JioID.

Can I create a JioID with a document other than Aadhaar card?

Currently JioID creation can be done only with Aadhaar card. In future if other documents are made available then you will be notified.

What if I am unable to receive the OTP?

The OTP will be auto-fetched by the app. If not auto-fetched you can check messages on your mobile. In case unable to receive messages, then you need to check if SMS permissions are allowed for JioID app through your Settings tab.

What happens if I entered wrong OTP frequently?

OTP is sent to the registered mobile number to guarantee that it is a verified user behind that device. If you enter wrong OTP more than 3 times in a row: You will have to start the JioID signup process again.

While creating my JioID, I am being prompted to create PINs. What is the use of these PINs?

While using JioID you will need the 4-digit PIN 1 to Authenticate i.e. logging in to an App or portal and 6-Digit PIN 2 to approve transactions.

Can I sign up to JioID with two different mobile numbers?

One person can create only one JioID using their Aadhaar card and 20 second video.

I am using two mobile phones. Can I use the JioID on both the phones/devices?

You can use your existing JioID account on another phone by installing JioID app and selecting "Log in" instead of "Create account". You need your first phone with active JioID and connected with internet to approve the JioID duplication on the 2nd phone.

Can I create two JioID?

You cannot create two JioID as one person can create only one JioID using your Aadhaar card.

My phone is used by multiple people, can we all have our own JioID on that one phone?

You can have only one JioID account on one mobile number.

I have completed the process for JioID sign up however my ID is still not getting activated or is rejected?

JioID activation is completed within 24 hours latest. If there is any issue in the document uploaded or the video, then it will not get activated or will be rejected. You can send an email at JioIDCare@Jio.com with your complaint.

I want to create a JioID, however I don't have an Aadhaar card?

JioID can be created by using only Aadhaar card as of now. In future when other documents options are available, you may create your JioID.

Is a Jio mobile number mandatory for creating a JioID?

You can create a JioID with any valid 10-digit mobile number from any operator.

Can I change my mobile number I connected with JioID?

Changing the mobile number connected to JioID is currently not available, but we are constantly developing new features and changing the number will be available soon.

What happens if my JioID creation fails?

You must start over JioID creation process again or write to JioIDcare@Jio.com for more assistance.

How can I use JioID with an app or portal?

After you have created your JioID, you will need to Link your JioID with the userid of the respective app or portal by choosing "Login using JioID" option on the respective App portal. You will need to enter your Userid and Password of the respective app or portal for the first time. Afterwards you can simply login with your JioID and enter the PIN1 in your JioID app on your mobile.

I am unable to find the "Login with JioID" option on "XX" app or portal?

JioID is being integrated with apps or portals, if it is available for usage with the respective app or portal you will see the Login with JioID option on the login screen.

What is the purpose of the secure images which keep popping on my app or web application screen?

It is a secure process to ensure that the transaction is being performed by the same person.

What happens if I select wrong secure image?

If you select wrong secure image, you will have to restart the session again.

What happens if I enter wrong PIN 1 into the JioID app during logging in process?

You will have to enter the PIN 1 again. If you enter wrong PINs 3 times in a row your JioID account will be for 3 hours and you will not be able to log in or approve transactions using JioID during that time. After 3 hours you can start using the JioID again.

What happens if I enter wrong PIN2 during a transaction?

You will have to enter the PIN 2 again. If you enter wrong PINs 3 times in a row your JioID account will be locked for 3 hours and you will not be able to log in or approve transactions using JioID during that time. After 3 hours you can start using the JioID again.

What happens if I entered wrong PINs frequently?

To protect your identity, if wrong PINs are entered for 3 times in a row then your JioID will get locked first for 3 hours. After 3 hours has passed you can use JioID again, but if you enter wrong PINs again then JioID will be locked for 24 hours and you will not be able to use JioID during that time. If you can’t remember your PINs to enter them after 24-hour lock you will need to recover your JioID. You can find recovery process in your JioID app and it is the same process as signup.

How can I change my PIN 1 and PIN 2?

Currently it is not possible to change your PINs. We are constantly improving the features of JioID and changing PINs will be available soon. If you have forgotten your PINs you have to go through a JioID recovery process. You can find recovery process in your JioID app and it is the same process as signup.

Can I change PIN 1 or PIN2 only?

You must change both the PINs at same time as we are generating the signatures for PIN 1 and PIN 2. You cannot change a single PIN.

What should I do if I forget my PINs?

You can perform the recovery process and recreate your new PINs. You can find recovery process in your JioID app and it is the same process as signup.

I have lost my JioID mobile phone? How can I get my JioID back?

You can recover your JioID even if you lose your mobile phone, however you will need to use the same mobile number that you used to create your JioID. You can simply do a SIM replacement for the lost SIM card and recover your JioID by installing the JioID app and submitting your same Aadhaar card pictures that you used to create the JioID earlier and recording and uploading your fresh video again.

I have purchased a new phone; can I transfer my JioID to the new phone?

Yes, you can simply install the JioID app on the new phone and can approve the JioID log in on new phone by approving the same from your old phone. If after logging in to JioID on your new phone you don’t want to use JioID on the old phone anymore, simply uninstall the JioID app from old phone.

What do I need to do if I don't want to use JioID anymore?

JioID provides you a secure way to authenticate yourself and authorize a transaction on any app/portal. If you do not want to use it anymore, you can deactivate your JioID by deleting your ID.

I can't uninstall my JioID?

You may have activated device administrator. Please disable device Administrator before you uninstall JioID. You could enter setting menu of your phone, find device administrator and close JioID, then find app manager from where you can uninstall it.