why is kyc necessary for every sim purchased through prune ?

As mandated by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), KYC is 100% compulsory for all new mobile connections in India — whether you buy a SIM offline, online, or through platforms like Prune.

Why KYC is legally required

KYC helps ensure safety and compliance by:

Preventing identity theft

Linking every SIM to a verified user

Reducing frauds like SIM swapping, banking fraud, spam, and phishing

Enabling verification in emergencies

Protecting customers from unauthorized SIM issuance

How KYC works on Prune

Prune enables fast and paperless verification using Aadhaar OTP eKYC:

Identity is verified through Aadhaar OTP

Your Aadhaar number is not stored by Prune

Verification is securely handled by UIDAI and the telecom operator

This makes SIM activation quick, safe, and store-free, while remaining fully compliant with DoT rules.

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