Biometric Authentication

byPaytm Editorial TeamLast Updated: July 31, 2025

Meaning

Biometric Authentication is a security method that verifies a person’s identity using unique physical traits such as fingerprint, iris scan, or facial recognition.

How It Works

A biometric device or phone sensor captures your biological input (e.g., fingerprint), which is matched against stored data for verification.

Use Cases

Widely used in Aadhaar-based payments, mobile banking, UPI logins, and to unlock secure apps and devices.

Benefit

Eliminates the need to remember passwords and offers a highly secure and user-friendly way to verify identity.

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