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UPI Payments Go Biometric: Fingerprint & Face ID Replace PINs for Secure Transactions

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News18•10-03-2026, 10:58

UPI Payments Go Biometric: Fingerprint & Face ID Replace PINs for Secure Transactions

•UPI payments now support biometric authentication like fingerprint and Face ID, replacing traditional PINs.
•This change aims to significantly enhance security, reduce scam risks, and simplify transaction processes.
•Popular apps such as Paytm and Google Pay are set to integrate this new biometric payment option soon.
•Users can enable fingerprint payment for their bank accounts directly within the settings of their preferred UPI apps.
•The feature leverages the smartphone's on-device security, making payments safer and more convenient without revealing PINs.

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