Is Someone Using A SIM Card In Your Name? Safe Yourself From Potential Risk Of Crime?
Updated: 28-01-2025 at 6:47 AM
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These days, different types of crimes can be seen in society. Cyber crimes are especially on the rise and in light of this, you must know that sometimes unauthorised individuals may be using your name and details for a SIM Card. To avoid such a situation, you must check if someone is using your name and information for a SIM Card. Here is how!
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How To Check If Someone Is Using Your Name For A SIM Card?
To check if your information is being fraudulently used by someone to get a SIM Card in your name, follow the steps given below:
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Visit the official website of Sanchar Saathi.
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Click on the ‘Know Your Mobile Connections’ or TAFCOP option.
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You will be directed to a new window on this page.
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Enter your 10-digit mobile number and enter the captcha code correctly.
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An OTP will be sent to your number, enter it and validate the OTP.
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A list of numbers registered in your name will appear.
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What To Do If Someone Is Fraudulently Using Your Mobile Number?
You have the option of removing numbers that are not related to you on the page where they are displayed. You can remove their connection with your name and number.
Also, it is required for you to report any suspected fraudulent activity immediately. You can do so by filing a complaint with the cybercrime or Sanchar Saathi website, or by lodging an FIR in the police station.
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Conclusion
Remember, you must always be aware of all your details and always keep a check if they are being misused. The misuse of your number to obtain a SIM card can prove to be harmful to you as well. So always keep everything in check and if you find something suspicious, report it to the authorities.
For more information, queries or grievances, drop a mail at help-sancharsaathi@gov.in.
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